About the Organization
Anjuman-e-Falah Wa Behbood Machulo is a non-profit organization established on July 21, 2001, registered under the Voluntary Welfare Agencies Ordinance in Ghanche, Gilgit-Baltistan. The Anjuman represents nearly 100% of Machulo’s population, including youth, religious leaders, women, and overseas residents. Its mission is to address education, healthcare, infrastructure, and community welfare challenges.
Governance:
General Assembly: Over 610 members, including local and overseas residents.
Board of Directors: 11 members elected every three years, responsible for decision-making and coordinating with zonal committees.
Zonal Committees:
Karachi, Punjab, Rawalpindi & Islamabad, Gulf Countries (Overseas)
Each committee maintains a WhatsApp group to coordinate activities efficiently.
History of Anjuman
Established: July 21, 2001
Registered under the Voluntary Welfare Agencies Ordinance, District Ghanche
Represents almost all Machulo residents, including youth, women, elders, religious leaders, and overseas members.
Overseen by a Board of Directors and Zonal Committees (Karachi, Punjab, Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Gulf Countries).
Our Vision
Anjuman-e-Falah Wa Behbood Machulo aims to improve the quality of life for Machulo residents by promoting education, healthcare, sustainable livelihoods, and community welfare, while preserving the cultural and natural heritage of the region.
About Machulo
Machulo is a beautiful town in Hushe Valley, Ghanche District, Gilgit-Baltistan, home to ~7,900 people. Known for breathtaking peaks like Masherbrum, fertile lands, and rich traditions, the town faces challenges in education, healthcare, and economy.
Key Features of Machulo
Agriculture: Irrigated by winter snowfall and spring water, sustaining local crops.
Wildlife: Private parks preserve rare wildlife species, including ibex and mountain birds.
Tourism: Home to the famous Machulo La K2 Viewpoint Trek, offering panoramic views of K2, Gasherbrum I & II, Broad Peak, and Nanga Parbat.
Culture & Community: Residents maintain traditional lifestyles, welcoming visitors to learn about local customs and traditions.
Education in Machulo
Education has gradually progressed since the 1960s, beginning with a religious adult school. Formal primary schooling started in the late 1970s, and by the 1990s, local families began sending their children, including girls, to school. Today, Machulo has six schools, including primary, middle, and high schools.
Challenges:
Lack of infrastructure and basic facilities.
Shortage of qualified teachers and outdated curricula.
Limited access to education for girls due to cultural norms.
High student-to-teacher ratios and insufficient funding.
Solutions:
Improved funding and resources for schools.
Teacher training and curriculum reform.
Community engagement and infrastructure development.
Scholarship programs for girls’ higher education to empower them and encourage leadership in the community.
Challenges in Machulo
Education: Lack of higher education, gender gaps, limited infrastructure.
Health: Limited facilities, shortage of trained staff, maternal/child health risks.
Economy: Dependent on small farming, limited tourism, and few jobs.
Social Issues: Poverty, early marriages, limited opportunities for women.
Our Team
The strength of Anjuman-e-Falah Wa Behbood Machulo lies in its dedicated leadership and active zonal members. Our team works collaboratively to serve the people of Machulo, manage local projects, and ensure community development.
Muhammad Sharif
General Secretary
Shakoor Ali
President
Leadership
