Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif promised laptops for top students along with five buses for Kinnaird College for Women during a speech emphasizing her administration's focus on broadening educational and job prospects for women.
Speaking at the 89th convocation of Kinnaird College, the Chief Minister congratulated the new graduates and called every female student present a "complete story of success."
She stated that the provincial administration aims to reach every home to guarantee schooling for every child despite financial barriers.
The Chief Minister noted the extra hurdles women encounter when chasing their goals. "When a boy works hard, people say he wants to get ahead. When a girl works hard, they say she is only concerned about herself," she remarked, encouraging women to remain steadfast and demonstrate their skills via dedication.
She emphasized that Punjab will not tolerate violence or harassment directed at women, pointing out that panic buttons and CCTV cameras are now installed on electric buses for quick responses to harassment incidents.
Discussing learning programs, she pointed to the Honhaar Scholarship Programme, laptop distribution, and Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence, noting the administration supports students forced to stop their studies because of money issues.
She disclosed that 22 universities had no vice chancellors when she took power, but she filled those roles based on merit. She additionally shared plans to provide electric bikes to women through simple installment plans.
Before her speech, Board of Governors Chairman Bishop Alexander John Malik started the event and called the Chief Minister an inspiration for women.
The Chief Minister handed out degrees and gold medals to high-achieving BS and MPhil students, and gave honors to teachers for their research and teaching work.
