ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Federal Schooling and Skilled Coaching Madad Ali Sindhi mentioned on Thursday that the Increased Schooling Fee (HEC) has launched the third section of Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarships Programme for Afghan nationals.

He mentioned underneath this new section, 4,500 scholarships might be awarded to Afghan college students over a interval of three years to review in top-ranked Pakistani universities.

The minister was addressing as chief visitor on the commencement ceremony for 281 Afghan college students who’ve accomplished their research underneath Part-II of the Programme at HEC Secretariat. The scholars have graduated from 25 universities throughout Pakistan and obtained their Bachelor’s and Grasp’s levels in varied disciplines together with Medication, Engineering, Agriculture, Administration and Laptop Science. As many as 6000 Afghan college students have been awarded scholarships up to now in the course of the first two phases of the Scholarship Challenge.

Madad Ali Sindhi emphasised that this second is the beginning of a brand new chapter of their lives. He requested them to embrace an elevated sense of accountability upon their return to Afghanistan. He urged them to determine the challenges confronted by Afghanistan and make the most of their mental capabilities to hunt options.

He emphasised the very important want for capability constructing of Afghan college students and school. He additionally acknowledged the essential position of HEC within the provision of upper schooling alternatives for Afghan college students by way of scholarships in Pakistan.

In his welcome deal with, Chairman HEC Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed congratulated the scholars on their achievements, commending them for his or her arduous work and dedication. He particularly appreciated the Afghan college students who secured first positions of their respective diploma programmes and acknowledged all the scholars for standing robust in opposition to quite a few challenges as properly.

Recognizing the shut ties between Pakistan and Afghanistan as neighbouring international locations, he emphasised the accountability Pakistan bears in supporting and aiding Afghanistan, referring to the 2 nations as brothers. He urged the scholars, whom he described as good and hardworking, to see themselves as Pakistani ambassadors and catalysts for his or her dwelling nation’s growth and prosperity.

The chairman additionally highlighted the significance of networking in profession growth, and inspired the scholars to harness their potential, reminding them that Pakistan is their second dwelling. He underlined that Afghanistan deserves to flourish and turn into a developed nation, and the scholars current play a big position on this transformation. He applauded the Vice Chancellors for fostering an surroundings that nurtures vivid minds, able to contribute successfully to their nation upon their return.

Talking on the event, Particular Consultant on Afghanistan, Ministry of Overseas Affairs, Asif Durrani mirrored on the numerous influence of the previous, the place many Afghan alumni who pursued greater schooling alternatives in Pakistan are actually actively contributing to numerous sectors in Afghanistan.

He prolonged his congratulations to the Afghan graduates and expressed hope that their return to Afghanistan would allow them to serve their nation successfully and tackle numerous obligations.

Asif Durrani careworn that the data and experience these people acquired won’t solely enlighten their households however may also foster knowledgeable decision-making of their skilled and private lives. He emphasised the significance of an informed society in facilitating societal growth.

The Particular Consultant concluded by emphasising the symbiotic relationship between Pakistan and Afghanistan, underscoring the cherished bond that exists between the 2 international locations and the optimistic influence it should have on their shared future.