In the first phase, these centers will be set up in government offices and universities to facilitate working mothers
- All Dar-ul-Amans (shelter homes) across the province will be upgraded with modern facilities. Additionally, play areas and tutoring services will be provided for children residing in these shelter homes.
Karachi, Sindh
To support working women, the Sindh government has decided to establish 115 daycare centers across the province. In the first phase, these centers will be set up in government offices and universities to facilitate working mothers in managing childcare while at work.
A high-level meeting of the Women Development Department, chaired by Chief Secretary Sindh Asif Hyder Shah, attended by Provincial Minister for Women Development Shaheena Sher Ali and other senior officials, was held on Monday December 16, 2024 to discuss the initiative.
During the meeting, detailed briefings were given on the ongoing development projects of the Women Development Department. It was decided that all Dar-ul-Amans (shelter homes) across the province will be upgraded with modern facilities. Additionally, play areas and tutoring services will be provided for children residing in these shelter homes.
Provincial Minister Shahina Sher Ali highlighted that the Sindh government is actively working to provide women with both safety and employment opportunities. She further stated that eight development projects worth Rs.954 million are currently under construction under the Women Development Department, and efforts are being made to expedite their completion.
The Chief Secretary assured that necessary funds will be allocated to support skilled women through the Women Development Department. These initiatives mark a significant step by the Sindh government towards empowering women and enabling them to play a more active role in society. (PR)
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