Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif Approves Honhaar Scholarship Program for Students from Other Provinces
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has officially approved the Honhaar Scholarship Program for students from other provinces, ensuring that deserving students across Pakistan have access to the same educational opportunities. During a meeting, she emphasized that education is a key investment in the country’s future and underscored the importance of empowering youth.
Increased Laptop Allocation and Special Helpline
The Chief Minister has also directed that the number of laptops provided to students in Punjab be increased to 110,000, making technology more accessible to young learners. Additionally, she ordered the establishment of a special helpline to assist scholarship recipients throughout the process.
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Eligibility Criteria for Students from Other Provinces
Students from Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will now have equal access to the scholarships and laptops, with the same eligibility criteria as those for Punjab. To qualify for a laptop, students must meet the minimum requirement of 65% marks.
Maryam Nawaz reiterated that providing laptops and scholarships is the government’s responsibility, and emphasized that students from all regions are equally deserving of these opportunities.
Fee Coverage for Merit-Based Students
In addition to the laptop program, the Punjab government will also cover the fees of merit-based students applying to reputable colleges, further easing the financial burden on deserving students.
Commitment to Student Welfare
The Chief Minister assured that funding will not be an obstacle in supporting student welfare programs, reinforcing the commitment to ensuring that educational standards and opportunities remain equitable across regions.
Future Initiatives
During the meeting, approval was granted for a one-day Vice-Chancellors’ Conference and a Tech Expo in Punjab, aiming to promote innovation and foster collaboration within the educational sector.
Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities reflects a significant step towards empowering students nationwide and ensuring that every student has the resources they need to succeed.
