The Federal Ministry of Education and Professional Training has placed an order for 8,000 Chromebooks to be distributed across public educational institutions. This move comes after a competitive online tender process facilitated by the National Book Foundation, which saw participation from 11 companies.
Out of the 11 participants, 10 companies submitted financial bids, with the contract awarded to the company offering the lowest price. The Chromebooks are expected to be delivered within two months, with strict quality control measures in place to ensure the devices meet the required standards.
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This initiative is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to improve the quality of education by incorporating digital learning tools in public schools. The introduction of Chromebooks is seen as a step towards enhancing students’ access to technology and modern educational resources.
In related news, the Federal Directorate of Education in Islamabad had recently revised the operating hours of educational institutions for the winter season. Schools on Fridays operate from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, while morning shift schools run from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Evening shift institutions function from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with the adjustments aimed at accommodating the shorter daylight hours during winter.
