Millions spent on rent as students demand immediate completion
PESHAWAR
The permanent building of Government Hakim Abdul Jalil Nadvi College Gulbahar has remained incomplete for several years, forcing the institution to continue operating from a rented facility.
The prolonged delay has resulted in the expenditure of millions of rupees annually from the public exchequer on rent, sparking concern among students and local residents.
According to sources, funds were allocated for the construction of the college’s new building, and development work had initially commenced. However, due to unknown reasons, construction activities gradually slowed down and eventually came to a complete halt.
As a result, students remain deprived of essential academic facilities, while government resources continue to be spent without achieving the intended outcome.
Students expressed frustration, stating that the rented building fails to meet basic educational requirements.
They pointed out the absence of proper laboratories, a well-equipped library, and adequate sports facilities. “On one hand, the government speaks of promoting education and improving infrastructure, but on the other, a key institution like ours has been left in limbo for years,” a student remarked.
Residents of Gulbahar have also voiced strong concerns, emphasizing that the delay not only affects the quality of education but also leads to unnecessary financial losses for the government.
They urged the authorities to immediately resume construction work and ensure its timely completion so that students can benefit from a proper academic environment.
Local citizens and students have appealed to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Afridi, Provincial Minister Mina Khan Afridi, and other concerned officials to take immediate notice of the longstanding issue.
They stressed the need for decisive action to complete the project on a priority basis and to place the college on a permanent and stable footing.
Educational circles warn that if prompt attention is not given, students’ valuable academic years may continue to suffer, and public trust in government institutions could further erode.
They believe that completing this important educational project is not only a matter of infrastructure but also a commitment to the future of Gulbahar’s youth.
