The Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Association (FAPUASA) expresses concern over government policies towards higher education, citing challenges like inadequate funding and the withdrawal of tax rebates. The sector faces an emergency, with limited resources hindering university development and affecting accessibility and affordability for students.
FAPUASA urges the government to restore tax exemptions, allocate Rs. 500 billion for higher education, and ensure budget allocations from provincial governments, emphasizing the government’s crucial role in fostering digital innovation and addressing the sector’s pressing needs.