ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) – The Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights (PCCR) of the National Assembly held a special briefing session in Islamabad to evaluate the Federal Budget 2026–27 from a child rights perspective and identify areas requiring greater investment in children’s welfare.
The session, titled “Budget Through Children’s Lens: Post-Budget Analysis 2026–2027,” was chaired by Dr. Nikhat Shakeel Khan and organized in collaboration with Sustainable Social Development Organization at Parliament House.
In her opening remarks, Dr. Nikhat stressed that national budgets reflect a country’s priorities and highlighted the importance of ensuring adequate funding for children’s education, healthcare, nutrition, protection, and overall development. She emphasized that investing in children is essential for Pakistan’s long-term progress and prosperity.
Budget expert Amer Ejaz presented a detailed analysis of the federal budget, focusing on child-related expenditures across various sectors. The review covered allocations for education, health services, nutrition, water and sanitation, disaster management, and special initiatives aimed at supporting children and vulnerable communities.
The session also featured an interactive discussion involving parliamentarians, parliamentary secretaries, and development experts. Participants examined the effectiveness of existing allocations and highlighted gaps that require additional attention in future budgets.
Lawmakers reaffirmed their commitment to advocating for increased and targeted funding for child-focused programmes in upcoming fiscal plans. They stressed that stronger investments in children’s welfare would help advance Pakistan’s development goals and improve outcomes for future generations.
Concluding the session, Dr. Nikhat Shakeel Khan thanked the experts and participating legislators for their contributions and acknowledged the support provided by SSDO in facilitating discussions on child-responsive budgeting.
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