The Sindh Education and Literacy Department has imposed a complete ban on the sale of textbooks, uniforms, and stationery ุฏุงุฎู private schools across Sindh, aiming to ease the financial burden on parents.
According to the new notification, private school administrations are no longer allowed to sell books, copies, uniforms, or any related items within school premises under any circumstances.
Authorities have also prohibited schools from forcing parents to purchase educational materials from specific shops or vendors, a practice that had been widely criticized by families.
Schools are now required to provide a full list of books and stationery at the ุจุฏุงูุฉ of the academic year, giving parents the freedom to purchase items from the open market at competitive prices.
Officials further clarified that making it mandatory to buy notebooks with a school-specific logo or monogram is also illegal under the new directive.
The move is intended to promote transparency and reduce unnecessary costs associated with education, especially for middle- and low-income families struggling with rising expenses.
The Directorate of Private Institutions has warned that strict action will be taken against violators, including heavy fines and possible cancellation of school registrations.
Parents and civil society members have welcomed the decision, calling it a positive step toward making quality education more affordable and accessible across the province.
