Advisor to the Chief Minister(CM) Punjab on Artificial Intelligence (AI),International Cooperation and Special Initiatives Ali Dar on Friday attended the Expo Book and Stationery Fair 2026 at Lahore Expo Center as chief guest and formally inaugurated the exhibition. Speaking on the occasion,Ali Dar said the educational initiatives and reforms introduced under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister(CM),Maryam Nawaz Sharif were unprecedented,adding that historic measures were being taken to promote education and provide better opportunities to youth across the province.
He highlighted various initiatives,including the CM Punjab Honhaar Scholarship Program,Laptop Scheme,Khud Mukhtar Program and Hunarmand Naujawan,describing them as significant investments in the future of the younger generation.
He said empowering youth through education,modern skills and better opportunities was among the key priorities of the Punjab government under the leadership of Maryam Nawaz Sharif.
Ali Dar emphasized that no nation could achieve sustainable progress and prosperity without promoting education and knowledge. Describing books as a person’s best friend, he said they were among the most effective sources of knowledge, awareness and intellectual development. He observed that nations embracing books, knowledge and research were better positioned to achieve progress and leadership at the global level.
He further said reading books helped develop critical thinking, understanding and creativity among young people.
