Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has taken a significant step to support education by announcing scholarships, laptops, and e-bikes for students of Al-Qadir University. This decision comes following the conviction of Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust case.
Launch of CM Honhaar Scholarship in Okara Division
Maryam Nawaz Sharif introduced the “CM Honhaar Scholarship” program during her visit to the Okara division. The program aims to empower deserving students through financial aid and advanced educational tools. The highlights of the event include:
- Distribution of Cheques: Scholarships worth over Rs72.9 million were awarded to 1,438 students of the Okara division.
- Laptops for Students: Brand new Core i7 laptops were handed over to the beneficiaries.
- E-Bikes for Convenience: Students will also receive e-bikes to make commuting easier.
Additional Development Announcements
During the event, CM Maryam Nawaz announced significant development projects for Okara, including:
- Construction of a medical college.
- Establishment of a girls’ hostel.
- Development of an underpass to improve infrastructure.
Scholarships for Other Universities
The scholarship program is not limited to Al-Qadir University students. Students from other institutions, such as:
- Sahiwal University
- University of Okara
- University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
will also benefit from this initiative. Maryam Nawaz expressed her vision of enabling talented students from low-income families to study at top institutions like LUMS, NUST, and FAST without discrimination.
CM’s Vision for Equal Educational Opportunities
While addressing the audience, Maryam Nawaz emphasized her commitment to providing opportunities to all deserving students. She said:
“The people should have direct access to public office holders. The talented students are getting scholarships without any discrimination. I thank Allah Almighty for granting me this honour.”
She also remarked:
“Those who set off petrol bombs are now in jail, and the children of Al-Qadir University will also be given laptops, scholarships, and e-bikes.”
Conclusion
The launch of the CM Honhaar Scholarship by Maryam Nawaz Sharif reflects her commitment to empowering youth through education and innovation. With scholarships, laptops, and e-bikes, the program will open new doors of opportunity for students, enabling them to contribute to the nation’s growth. Similarly, the Asaan Karobar Finance Scheme is set to uplift small businesses, making a significant impact on the provincial economy.