Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched the next phase of her flagship initiative, the “Maryam Nawaz ka Hunarmand Jawan” Program, aimed at creating a digitally skilled and self-reliant Punjab.
Under this phase, free advanced IT courses are being offered in high-demand fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Database Administration (DBA), and CRM Fundamentals.
The training will be available across 64 TEVTA (Technical Education & Vocational Training Authority) institutes throughout the province.
Maryam Nawaz congratulated the 1,600 meritorious students who earned admission after a rigorous online test and interviews, describing them as the “future of a skilled Punjab.”
It gives me immense pride to launch the next phase of the “Maryam Nawaz ka Hunarmand Jawan” Program! This initiative is central to our vision for a digitally empowered Punjab.
This phase offers FREE advanced IT courses in high-demand fields: Artificial Intelligence, Cyber…
— Maryam Nawaz Sharif (@MaryamNSharif) October 27, 2025[1]
A key highlight of the program is the international certification students will receive upon completion. Courses are being conducted in collaboration with global technology leaders, including Microsoft, Meta, Adobe, and Cisco.
Maryam Nawaz said the initiative represents her government’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment and economic progress. She stressed that a digitally skilled workforce is essential to drive innovation and attract investment in the province.
“We are building a skilled and self-reliant Punjab,” she wrote, reaffirming her vision to transform the province into a hub of digital talent and opportunity.
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- ^ October 27, 2025 (twitter.com)