MoITT, CCH sign MoU for Model Digital Institution

August 27, 2025 (MLN): To transform Cadet College Hasanabdal (CCH) into a Model Digital Institution under Pakistan’s National Digital Vision and CCH Vision 2030, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the college.

Under the agreement, MoITT will provide support across multiple domains including digital infrastructure, teacher training, student development, cybersecurity, and strategic engagement.

Key initiatives include high-speed internet, campus-wide WiFi, upgraded IT resources, and smart classrooms, as APP reported.

Faculty members will undergo digital literacy and upskilling programs with certifications in Google Workspace, MS365, AI in Education, and Coding.

Students will gain opportunities in coding, robotics, cybersecurity, AI, blockchain boot camps, and access to internships and mentorships with MoITT-affiliated startups and incubators.

CCH will serve as a pilot institution under MoITT’s National ICT Framework, taking part in projects such as digital identity systems, smart assessments, and e-learning platforms.

The agreement also emphasizes cybersecurity and data privacy with audits and implementation of protection standards.

A joint roadmap with measurable KPIs will guide the transformation, while CCH’s initiatives will feature in MoITT reports, expos, and international forums.

Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja said technology has transformed life, and the government is prioritizing youth empowerment through internet access, digital literacy, and training in AI, cybersecurity, and coding.

The MoU was signed by Brig. Nasir Saeed Khattak, Principal Cadet College Hasanabdal, and Faisal Ratyal, CEO National Information Technology Board (NITB), on behalf of MoITT.

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