Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) and China Three Gorges South Asia Investment Limited (CSAIL) signed a grant agreement to renovate and rehabilitate Government Primary School Daad Bux Chang in Jhimpir, Thatta, Sindh, under TGW’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative.

The 12-month project will include the construction of new classrooms and a toilet block, development of a boundary wall, tree plantation, installation of a reverse osmosis (RO) water filtration system, hiring of teachers, and the implementation of community mobilisation and enrolment campaigns, Gwadar Pro reported on Sunday.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Chief Executive Officer PPAF, Nadir Gul Barech, said the agreement formalises a meaningful partnership between the two companies, reflecting a shared commitment to sustainable development, community wellbeing, and inclusive growth. 

He noted that the Chinese investment firm’s engagement in Pakistan extends beyond renewable energy generation to responsible corporate citizenship. 

“Supporting education infrastructure is a strategic CSR priority, as it lays the foundation for human capital development and intergenerational progress,” he said.

Highlighting the importance of the initiative, the CEO stated that the reconstruction of the school addresses a critical gap in educational infrastructure in a remote and underserved area. 

“A safe, functional, and child-friendly learning environment is essential for bringing out-of-school children back into classrooms, particularly in rural settings. 

This initiative will directly benefit local children while strengthening community ownership and trust,” he added.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP) — Pak-China