LAHORE,AUG 20 /DNA/- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed her deep admiration for the students who have excelled academically, making the country proud. She made these remarks during a special ceremony organized at the Chief Minister’s House to honour top achievers from across Punjab.
In a heart-warming gesture, the students were presented with a guard of honour by a contingent of Punjab Police, marking the occasion with respect and recognition. The students responded to the chief minister’s arrival with enthusiastic applause.
During her address, Maryam Nawaz revealed that she was deeply moved when witnessing the students receiving the guard of honour, stating that the moment brought tears to her eyes due to the overwhelming emotions. She shared that despite facing hardships and legal battles, including time in jail, she did not shed tears, but the pride and achievements of the students had brought tears to her eyes.
The chief minister announced the launch of a substantial scholarship program with a budget of Rs25 billion. Additionally, she confirmed the revival of the laptop scheme, aimed at equipping students with essential tools for their academic journey.
She also announced that 61 buses will be provided to the tehsils that had no transport facility.
Maryam Nawaz also presented cash prizes worth Rs58.6 million and certificates of appreciation to 138 position holders from nine educational boards in Punjab, along with their teachers, acknowledging their hard work and dedication.
