10,000 Free Laptops for Private School Students Announced

Punjab Expands Laptop Distribution Program to Include Private School Students

In a significant policy shift, Provincial Education Minister Rana Sikandar has announced that private educational institution students will now be eligible for the government's laptop distribution initiative. The expanded program will provide 10,000 laptops to qualifying students across the province.

Official Approval and Distribution Timeline

The competent authority has granted formal approval for this inclusive approach to the laptop scheme. Minister Sikandar confirmed that distribution will be completed within the current calendar year, ensuring timely delivery to eligible recipients.

Substantial Budget Increase for Education Sector

Demonstrating the government's commitment to educational advancement, the education development budget has been enhanced to Rs. 110 billion, marking a substantial investment in the province's academic infrastructure and student support programs.

Recent Educational Reforms and Achievements

School Infrastructure Upgrades

During 2025, the provincial government successfully upgraded 268 educational institutions, improving facilities and learning environments for thousands of students across Punjab.

Teacher Protection and Recognition

The administration has taken concrete steps to support educators:

• 37 teacher harassment cases were resolved through official intervention
• Teacher Takreem Awards launched for the first time to honor excellence in teaching
• Enhanced protection mechanisms for educational professionals

Future Development Initiatives

Centres of Excellence Initiative

Work has commenced on establishing Centres of Excellence in 10 districts throughout the province, designed to provide advanced educational resources and specialized training facilities.

Schools of Eminence Project

The government is developing 300 Schools of Eminence across Punjab, aimed at creating high-standard educational institutions that serve as benchmarks for academic quality.

Impact on Students and Education Quality

The inclusion of private school students in the laptop scheme represents a departure from previous policies that typically focused exclusively on public sector institutions. This change acknowledges the diverse educational landscape and ensures equitable access to digital learning tools regardless of institutional affiliation.

With the combination of increased funding, infrastructure development, and technology distribution, Punjab's education sector appears positioned for substantial advancement in the coming years.

Students from eligible private institutions should contact their respective schools for application details and eligibility criteria for the laptop distribution program.