Rawalpindi Women University (RWU) held an orientation session on “Taleem Aur Hunar Sath Sath”, an initiative of the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) to empower the youth and raise awareness about making efforts to foster both skills and education.

Former federal minister for planning, development, reforms & special initiatives Asad Umar expressing his views on the occasion said that digital technology could revolutionise the country’s economy. He stressed that learning new skills was the need of the hour and youth must focus on this to lift Pakistan’s economy besides supporting their families through entrepreneurship. "We have a plan to train one million students in the next three years," Asad Umar added.

Punjab Information Technology Minister, Dr Arslan Khalid said that the purpose of “Taleem Aur Hunar Sath Sath” drive was to empower the youth and build awareness about making efforts to foster both skills and education. “Along with the degree, students will also be equipped with various digital skills. This programme has given equal opportunities to female students as companies with female leaders are making huge profits,” he pointed out.

RWU Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Anila Kamal appreciated the efforts of PITB in training the students. PITB Director General e-Governance, Sajid Latif said that the orientation drive will take place in major cities of Punjab so the university students can focus both on skills and education.

Freelancing Guru Hisham Sarwar, Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) Secretary General Hira Zainab, Impact Dynamics Founding Director Maryam Arshad also shared their views on the importance of digital skills and emphasized that university students should focus on both education and digital skills. They also shared their experiences with online earning through social media and e-commerce.

Credit : Independent News Pakistan-WealthPk