The government has planned to introduce a new curriculum for grade six from 2027, which will gradually extend to grade twelve, Education Adviser CR Abrar said on Wednesday.
Speaking at a media briefing at the Secretariat, Abrar said, “We have made a collective decision within the ministry to roll out a new education programme from 2027. Work on this has already begun.”
He emphasised that the new curriculum would focus on integration of technology and inclusive education. “To make this happen, discussions with stakeholders and building a national consensus are essential,” he noted.
Abrar said that they are taking utmost care in designing the new curriculum. “We may no longer be in charge when the textbooks are printed, but we hope to lay the foundation for a quality education system that those in charge will be able to carry forward from grade six and beyond.”
Referring to the 2012 curriculum review, which took place under special circumstances, the adviser said that they hope to break away from the constraints of past frameworks.
“To ensure there are no errors in next year’s curriculum, I am personally committed to monitoring and overseeing the process closely,” he added.
Regarding the formation of an education reform commission, the adviser said, “Under this government, I don’t see a strong possibility that such a commission will be effective or able to complete its tenure. However, the intention remains, and we have started working toward that goal.”
He mentioned that consultations have already been held in several regions with education experts and local stakeholders and more such meetings, around eight to ten are planned across the country.
The knowledge gained from these sessions will be compiled into a comprehensive document, he said, adding that a national convention may also be organised.
“I appreciate those who call for an education commission,” said Abrar. “But that is not the only path. We can move forward through alternative means.”
The adviser further noted that since a formal commission cannot be established at this point for various reasons, the ministry is pursuing an alternative approach. “By October or November, we will definitely come up with a reasonable document, focusing on secondary education, though we haven’t finalised that yet.”