Mian Imran Masood advocated for a phased introduction of a common core curriculum across Pakistan by 1 April 2028 during a media briefing on curriculum reforms on 13 October. The official urged for coordinated planning to improve learning outcomes, ensure high-quality textbooks, and provide effective training for teachers nationwide.
Masood stated that a clearly defined implementation timeline would give publishers, schools, and teachers enough time to prepare for the transition. A shared framework of learning standards would assist students who move between provinces by providing a consistent educational experience.
Despite the 18th Constitutional Amendment devolving curriculum responsibilities to the provinces, Masood noted that a broad degree of consistency has been maintained between 2010 and 2026. Arshad Saeed welcomed the reform initiative and proposed a common core for Mathematics, Science, Urdu, and English.
Saeed suggested that provinces should be permitted to include local geography, history, and perspectives within social studies. He added that a shared framework could streamline textbook development, reduce the duplication of resources, and keep publication costs manageable.
