The Punjab government has announced 460 scholarships for students from Balochistan. According to an official statement, applications have been invited for scholarships under the Punjab Education Endowment Fund. The initiative has been welcomed by the people of Balochistan, who expressed gratitude to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. 

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti stated that through collaboration between Punjab and Balochistan, doors to quality education have been opened. He said the scholarship programme represents a significant step towards providing opportunities for students and will help improve educational standards while ensuring equal access for deserving candidates. 

Bugti added that children from underprivileged backgrounds have been given access to education opportunities and that students from Balochistan will now study in leading educational institutions across Pakistan. He further stated that Balochistan is progressing on the path of development and that quality education is a fundamental right of every child. 

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)