Student strength of Lahore and other districts has been given a boost with the Punjab government officially introducing Phase 2 of the Chief Ministers Laptop Distribution Scheme which seeks to equip students with the latest digital tools. This new stage is concurrent with the current Phase 1 distribution to make the most of reach and efficiency.
Based on the official sources, the second phase will see 60,000 students getting brand-new laptops in a schedule that was announced in advance. The initiative belongs to the larger education plan of encouraging research and digital literacy across the province.
Phase 1 will proceed to deliver the distribution to Phase 2 which will be launched but initially the targets are to deliver laptops to 100,000 learners. The government desires to ensure the process is faster and does not place the qualified students under unnecessary delays by conducting the two stages at the same time.
How to Apply via HED Portal
The authorities have attested that there will be a total of 160,000 laptops that will be issued under the whole scheme (Phase 1 + Phase 2). The process of application is completely digital and transparent.
Portal Open: Students will have the option to keep on making their applications using the portal of Higher Education Department (HED).
Eligibility: The scheme is aimed at meritorious students in order to help them in their studies and research.
The government has once again expressed its desire to offer young people access to modern technology so that they can compete in academia and profession on the global front.
What is the number of the laptops that will be distributed in Phase 2?
Phase 2 will involve distribution of 60,000 laptops by the Punjab government, which will make the scheme count 160,000.
What are the application details of Punjab Laptop Scheme by the students?
Online Higher Education Department (HED) portal allows students to check their status or apply and the portal is open to registrations.
Does Phase 1 still exist?
Yes, Phase 1 is currently in a process of running along with Phase 2 to allow all the 100,000 students who are initially targeted to obtain their devices.
