In a significant move to strengthen the education sector, the Government of Punjab's Finance Department has approved the release of Rs. 1103.621 million for the payment of stipends to 10,202 School Teaching Interns (STIs) appointed in public schools across the province for the financial year 2024-25.
The decision follows the approval by the Provincial Cabinet in its 22nd meeting held on January 14, 2025.
The funds will be disbursed through a supplementary grant, enabling timely payments to teaching interns across various districts of Punjab.District-Wise Breakdown of School Teaching Interns (STIs)
The allocation of funds covers three teaching categories: Primary Teachers, Elementary Teachers, and High & Higher Secondary Teachers, ensuring coverage at all education levels. Below is a snapshot of STI deployment and corresponding fund allocation in top districts:
Lahore leads with 600 STIs and an allocation of Rs. 72.750 million.
Kasur follows with 456 STIs, receiving Rs. 48.408 million.
Gujranwala has 362 STIs, with a fund allocation of Rs. 39.382 million.
Faisalabad hosts 320 STIs, receiving Rs. 37.324 million.
Other districts like Multan, Rawalpindi, Bahawalpur, and Sialkot also see notable deployments and funding support, reflecting the government's commitment to improving the quality of education through trained teaching interns.
Purpose and Impact
The initiative aims to bridge the teacher shortage in public schools by deploying qualified interns temporarily while ensuring they are compensated fairly. This move not only boosts employment opportunities for young educators but also enhances educational outcomes in underserved areas.
Contact and Reference
The official communication comes under the Finance Department's reference dated April 11, 2025, and is part of the broader strategy to reform education in Punjab. The release is aligned with the School Education Department’s request and will be managed by the District Education Authorities across the province.
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