In a landmark initiative, the Punjab government has earmarked a whopping Rs. 1.6 billion for the educational uplift of its youth, ensuring that every student in the province has access to free textbooks. This generous allocation by the Finance Department is set to empower the Schools Education Department to distribute these essential learning resources, fostering an environment where knowledge is both accessible and free.
Simultaneously, the government is intertwining education with environmental stewardship. School administrators are now at the forefront of a green revolution, mandated to engage with a cutting-edge tree plantation app. This digital platform will serve as a virtual canvas, showcasing the green endeavors of schools throughout Punjab, including the vibrant city of Lahore.
Educational institutions are called upon to document their journey towards a greener tomorrow, uploading snapshots of their tree-planting ventures and tracking the growth of their leafy companions. This initiative not only beautifies school grounds but also instills a sense of responsibility and care for the environment among students.
In a clarion call to action, the School Education Department has dispatched directives to school heads, ensuring adherence to this green mandate.
Adding to this green wave, Punjab’s Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz, has extended an invitation to the masses to partake in the ‘Plant for Pakistan’ campaign, aligning with the global celebration of the International Day of Forests. This campaign is more than a call to plant trees; it’s a call to nurture the very roots of the nation’s future.