Last Updated on: 15th August 2024, 03:10 pm
The Prime Minister of Pakistan has just launched an exciting new initiative for students across the country. The government will distribute one million laptops, mobile phones, and tablets to high-performing students. This effort is designed to encourage greater participation and support students in their educational journey.
PM Shehbaz Sharif, one million laptop program launch details and application process
Wondering when this program will launch and how to claim a free laptop? This article will tell you everything you need to know. However, if you are a beneficiary of the 8171 Benazir Kafaalat program, first make sure to check for the latest payment updates with your CNIC.
Distribution of 10,00,000 laptops, mobiles, and other devices among students
At a special event organized by the Prime Minister’s Youth Program (PMYM) to mark International Youth Day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the government’s commitment to youth empowerment. He announced that the federal government would distribute one million mobile phones, tablets, and laptops to the country’s top students.
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Increasing Pakistan’s economy through youth empowerment
The Prime Minister stressed his belief that with adequate resources and modern education, the youth have the potential to take Pakistan to new heights. He highlighted his efforts so far in providing state-of-the-art facilities to students of Danish schools and shared his vision of equipping talented youth with modern education, information technology, and artificial intelligence. The aim is to spark a transformation in Pakistan similar to the progress made in China.
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Which region will receive the 10,00,000 laptops, tablets, and mobiles
The Prime Minister outlined the first phase of this initiative, which will focus on the best students from Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, and remote areas of Balochistan. In addition, each province has its own student empowerment programs.
Eligible students for PM 1 million laptops and mobiles
No specific eligibility criteria for the program have been set so far. However, the main objective is to improve educational opportunities and motivate students to excel in their studies. Top students with good grades can apply through the contact person designated by their college.
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Shehbaz Sharif Major initiative to empower youth and grow the economy
Shehbaz Sharif also expressed his commitment to personally fund the training of one thousand Chinese agriculture graduates and equip them with advanced tools to boost agricultural production. Huawei has committed to providing higher education and IT training to 200,000 youth. The Prime Minister plans to announce a comprehensive development plan for the country on August 14.
He also launched several key projects including the AI for Youth program that offers Intel-certified skills, the PM Green Youth Movement, the Digital Learning Portal, and the Commonwealth Youth Alliance Secretariat in Islamabad.
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Last Words
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s announcement to distribute one million laptops, mobile phones, and tablets to top students represents a significant step towards empowering Pakistan’s youth and expanding educational opportunities.
The objective of this initiative is to provide students with the tools they need to succeed and innovate in the future. This is intended to demonstrate the government’s commitment to building a more prosperous and technologically advanced nation.