“Educational institutions including schools are being digitized in line with the modern needs,” said Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif in a meeting with a delegation of ADM Holding Limited, led by its Senior Advisor Mr Umar Farooq. She added, “The latest computer tabs will be provided to teachers in schools to improve upon the preparation and attendance of their lessons.” Madam Chief Minister said, “Digitization will be completed through public private partnership.” She added, “Youth, especially women, can be empowered using ICT skills, because by freelancing, they can take the path of self-employment.”
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif highlighted, “The start of free Wi-Fi service in Lahore is a right step in this direction.” She added, “This service will be gradually expanded to other cities of the province after Lahore.”
Earlier, the senior advisor ADM Holding Limited gave a briefing on the provision of internet in schools. The possibilities of mutual cooperation in education, health, housing and other sectors in Punjab were also discussed in the meeting.
Both leaders agreed in principle to cooperate for the establishment of video gaming centers for international competitions. The delegation of ADM Holding Limited also offered to establish entertainment arena, boxing and football academy in Lahore.
Madam Chief Minister directed the Sports Minister to review prospects of cooperation with ADM Holding Limited’s delegation. The meeting also reviewed ADM Holding Limited’s interest in partnering for the issuance of vehicle number plates and digitization of land record system in Punjab.
Mr Umar Farooq appreciated the vision of public service of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. He said,” The Chief Minister is carrying out valuable projects for the welfare of people in Punjab.”
Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb and the Provincial Minister for School Education Rana Sikandar Hayat attended the meeting. Secretary Higher Education, School Education, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister and other relevant officers were also present in the meeting.
Meanwhilem Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif approved Rs 13 lakh aid for the treatment of renowned visual artist, author and art educationist Professor SM Mansoor, who is undergoing treatment at Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) for a liver disease. She said, “The Punjab government will provide Rs 4.5 lakh annually for the treatment of Professor SM Mansoor for three years.” She added, “Prof. SM Mansoor will be able to get free treatment from PKLI.”
Professor SM Mansoor has rendered important services in the field of cultural heritage. His famous works include ‘Logos from Pakistan’ and ‘Mansoor’s Miniatures.” Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif appreciated the services of Professor SM Mansoor in the Department of Fine Arts, and expressed best wishes for his complete and early recovery.
