In an age of smartphones, short videos and endless scrolling, many students are increasingly consuming information in brief fragments rather than engaging with books, articles and ideas in depth. Reading is more than an academic activity. It develops critical thinking, vocabulary, imagination, concentration and the ability to understand different perspectives. However, constant exposure to fast-paced digital content may encourage us to seek instant information instead of patiently exploring complex ideas.
As a result, students may know many facts yet struggle to focus on a lengthy text or engage thoughtfully with an argument. Educational institutions and families should therefore take practical steps to revive the culture of reading.
Tayyba Bibi
Mianwali
