KP Minister Inspects Girls’ School Expansion in Khanpur

Peshawar, August 9, 2026: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Elementary and Secondary Education Arshad Ayub Khan has inspected expansion work at the Government Girls’ Higher Secondary School Khanpur, including four new classrooms and three modern science laboratories.

The visit focused on the progress and quality of construction at the school, with the minister directing officials to complete the projects according to the required standards and within the scheduled timeframe.

What is being built at the school?

The expansion includes major additions to the school’s academic facilities.

The four classrooms are being constructed at a cost of Rs17.6 million, while the three modern science laboratories have a reported cost of Rs22.47 million.

Together, these projects represent about Rs40.07 million in reported construction investment at the institution.

Why the expansion matters for girls’ education

Additional classrooms can help schools accommodate more students and reduce pressure on existing learning spaces.

The new science laboratories could be particularly valuable for higher secondary students because practical work is an important part of science education. Proper laboratory facilities allow students to connect classroom concepts with experiments and hands on learning.

For girls in Khanpur and surrounding areas, better facilities can also make it easier to continue their education locally rather than facing the additional challenges that can come with travelling farther for higher secondary education.

The provincial government said it was providing resources to improve educational facilities and promote girls’ education across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Minister orders timely completion

During the inspection, Arshad Ayub Khan directed the concerned officials to ensure that construction was completed according to prescribed standards and within the stipulated timeframe.

This is important because the benefit of an education project depends not only on funding but also on timely completion and the quality of the finished facilities.

Once completed, the additional classrooms and laboratories should provide students and teachers with more suitable spaces for academic activities.

Science facilities could benefit students

The three new laboratories are one of the most significant parts of the expansion.

Science subjects at the higher secondary level often require practical activities alongside theoretical lessons. Access to properly equipped laboratories can give students more opportunities to perform experiments and understand scientific concepts through direct observation.

That can also help students who plan to continue into fields such as medicine, engineering, computer science and other science and technology disciplines.

The investment therefore has potential value beyond the school building itself. Better facilities can support students as they prepare for higher education and future careers.

Focus on quality learning environment

The minister said the provincial government’s vision was to provide quality education and modern facilities to girls across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The Khanpur project reflects that approach by combining additional classroom space with dedicated science facilities.

Local elders also met the minister during the visit and appreciated the measures being taken to improve educational facilities for female students in the area.

Their response highlights the wider community importance of girls’ schools. When schools have adequate classrooms, laboratories and other facilities, they can become stronger options for families seeking continued education for their daughters.

What happens next?

The immediate priority is completing the ongoing construction.

Officials will need to ensure that the additional classrooms and laboratories meet the required standards before they are fully put into use.

For students and parents, the most important outcome will be when the new facilities become operational and begin improving the school’s available learning space.

The project also shows why investment in school infrastructure needs to be combined with qualified teachers, effective academic programmes and proper maintenance. New buildings alone cannot improve education unless students can use them effectively.

A wider push for girls’ education

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continues to face challenges in expanding access to education, particularly for girls in some areas.

Government data has highlighted significant differences in school attendance between boys and girls. A provincial child labour survey found that among children aged 5 to 17, 60.6 percent of girls were attending school compared with 79.3 percent of boys in the surveyed data.

That makes investments in girls’ schools especially important. Expanding classrooms and science facilities can help improve the physical capacity needed to support female students who remain in education.

For families following education developments, we also cover board related updates through our 9th class position holders 2026 updates.

Latest update

As of August 9, 2026, KP Education Minister Arshad Ayub Khan has inspected expansion work at Government Girls’ Higher Secondary School Khanpur. The project includes four additional classrooms costing Rs17.6 million and three modern science laboratories costing Rs22.47 million. The minister directed officials to complete the work according to required standards and within the stipulated timeframe.