In a significant development, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has announced the recruitment of **2,800 Chowkidars (Watchmen)** for public sector schools across **28 districts**. This initiative aims to enhance school security and provide stable employment opportunities for low-educated individuals amid rising inflation and unemployment in Pakistan. According to ProPakistani, District Education Officer Hidayatullah Khan stated, "The department has started appointing 270 watchmen in government primary, middle, and high schools across the district," highlighting the focus on strengthening administrative support in education. The Finance Department confirmed that the hiring process will be transparent, fair, and merit-based, ensuring that all positions are filled through public advertisements and open competition.