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Sindh Launches SAMRS, an Integrated Digital Platform for School Attendance and Management

A new provincial policy secures long-term use following deployment in 600 schools across 12 districts.

Overview

  • Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated SAMRS, described as the first province-level system linking attendance with facilities, teacher performance, and learning outcomes in Pakistan.
  • Officials said the rollout will extend to four additional districts with UNICEF support following the initial launch phase.
  • Education Minister Syed Sardar Shah reported 99% attendance reporting compliance and 92% implementation of corrective measures in participating schools.
  • Student records are being tied to verified NADRA B-Form numbers to ensure accurate identification and inclusion.
  • World Bank Country Director Bolormaa Amgaabazar praised the initiative as government-conceived and executed, with development partners attending the launch.