Dear Editor,

I’M not a supporter of the top-class politicians who prey on the weaknesses of people or their need to have certain things addressed in a timely manner, so as to have development taking place.
Also, I have become immune to the politicians who promise things and don’t deliver them when the time comes. Similarly, those political talking-heads on social media will find no love from me if I find out that they do not have the future of this country at hand.
I am therefore compelled to say I was wrong about those in power, or at least some. The government seems to be taking its mandate seriously and every sector of development is being transformed into something that we gan be proud of in the future.

Recently, I saw the government rolling out its education scholarship programme. I was amazed just looking at the opportunities that the students will be afforded via these programmes which are free of cost to pursue. The boldness in terms of ministers taking time to go to each and every community to have the residents made aware of the programme is indeed laudable. I am reminded by a good friend, the PPP said they will give scholarships to 20, 000 persons, and they are doing just that.
Even the focus on making sure students do not miss out on opportunities, classes and exams appear to be a focal point in this administration’s delivery of education during this pandemic phase which has made it difficult for engagement and learning to take place.

The level of consultation with the stakeholders of various entities is good and must be commended. Education delivery cannot move forward in this country unless it’s a collaborative effort of the teachers, parents, students and organisations making the effort.
The Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, is doing a splendid job with the sector. I am sure other issues that are sporadic in nature are being addressed and will be addressed to the satisfaction of those concerned. She has learned how to balance her political responsibilities with her aim to develop the sector.
The government is keeping its promises so far where education is concerned.

Yours sincerely,

Attiya Baksh