Date Published: July 19, 2025
Murad Ali Shah Highlights Digital Education and Youth Empowerment at NED University Event
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to higher education, digital advancement, and youth development during an official ceremony at NED University on Friday. The event marked the inauguration of two new university buildings and the distribution of Chromebooks to high-performing students under the People’s Information Technology Programme (PITP).
The Chief Minister stated that Rs42 billion has been allocated for public universities across Sindh in the current fiscal year, calling it the highest allocation by any province in Pakistan. This budget is set to cover research, infrastructure upgrades, operational costs, and technological innovation in higher education institutions.
New Developments at NED University
During the ceremony, CM Shah also inaugurated two major infrastructure projects at NED University:
| Project | Details |
|---|---|
| Department of Food Engineering | A state-of-the-art facility featuring advanced research labs. Cost: Rs96.48 million |
| International Boys Hostel | A new hostel accommodating 112 students. Cost: Rs67.11 million |
He emphasized that these new facilities are part of a broader vision to align Sindh’s educational ecosystem with global academic and technological standards.
Chromebooks Distributed Under PITP
In a move to digitally empower the youth, CM Shah distributed Chromebooks to the top-performing participants of the People’s IT Programme (PITP) — a flagship initiative aimed at equipping young professionals with digital skills in areas like coding, cloud computing, AI, and data science.
“These initiatives are designed to create a knowledge-based economy and ensure that our youth are ready to compete in the global digital workforce,” he stated.
Sindh Leads in Higher Education Investment
According to CM Shah, the Rs42 billion investment in universities is unmatched across Pakistan’s provinces. The funding aims to strengthen:
Academic research and innovation
Technological integration in classrooms
University infrastructure and campus expansion
Access to modern tools for students and faculty
Final Thoughts
The Sindh government’s initiatives reflect a proactive approach to bridging the gap between education and technology. By prioritizing university development and launching programs like PITP, the province is positioning its youth for success in the digital economy.
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