Govt to launch Pakistan Endowment Fund scholarships nationwide

By MG News | April 05, 2024 at 11:30 AM GMT+05:00
April 05, 2024 (MLN): The government has announced to launch the Pakistan Endowment Fund Scholarships programme on the pattern of the Punjab Endowment Fund for students across the country, according to the Ministry of Information's latest news post.
Addressing a news conference in Islamabad today, Chairman Prime Minister's National Youth Program Rana Mashhood Ahmed also announced to increase scope of the national youth loan scheme.
He said IT courses and skill development programmes will be launched to impart the latest skills to youth and increase employment opportunities for them.
The Chairman said agriculture, IT and skill development are the sectors that can accelerate economic growth as the short and mid-term planning, therefore, the government is focusing on developing these sectors.
Additionally, an e-gaming organization will be established to provide a platform to about 60 to 70 lakh youth affiliated with this billion-dollar industry where they can show their talent.
Rana Mashhood said training camps and sports competitions will be held across the country to bring the best talent forth.
For the promotion of our art and culture, local artisans in every area will be empowered by introducing modern techniques to promote their art at the global level.
About tourism, the Chairman Prime Minister's National Youth Programme said camps will be set up across the world to showcase Pakistan's tourism potential and important tourist destinations.
He said a national tourism policy is being worked out and double-decker buses will be run in different cities for tourists.
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