Phase Two of the Honhaar Scholarship and Laptop Scheme
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has officially launched Phase Two of the Honhaar Scholarship and Laptop Scheme, bringing hope and opportunities for thousands of students across Punjab. The ceremony was held in the Rawalpindi Division, where students warmly welcomed the Chief Minister at Chakwal University with applause and excitement.
On her arrival, students gave her a standing ovation, and on her special instructions, a police contingent presented a guard of honor to the students – a unique gesture that highlighted the importance of youth in shaping the future of Pakistan.
Ceremony Highlights
During the ceremony, a documentary film on the evolution of the laptop scheme was shown to the students, highlighting its journey and impact. Maryam Nawaz personally distributed laptops and Honhar Scholarship cheques among the students.
The students, in return, expressed their gratitude and affection, calling her “like a mother” for her care and support towards the younger generation.
Phase One vs. Phase Two Achievements
The Honhar Scholarship and Laptop Scheme has already made a significant mark in its first phase:
- 40,000 students received Core i7 13th generation laptops.
- 30,000 scholarships were awarded to deserving students.
In Phase Two, the initiative is even more ambitious:
- 33,311 laptops will be distributed among students.
- 20,000 scholarships will be given to BS (3rd and 8th semester) and MBBS (2nd to 5th semester) students.
The response has been overwhelming. For the scholarship program, 153,000 applications were received. Out of 130,000 verified applications, 20,000 scholarships will be awarded strictly on merit.
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Scholarships Beyond Punjab – Phase Three Expansion
The scheme will not stop at Punjab. Under Phase Three, scholarships will also be extended to students from:
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (11,510 students)
- Balochistan (4,763 students)
- Azad Jammu & Kashmir (1,544 students)
- Gilgit-Baltistan (1,338 students)
This expansion reflects Maryam Nawaz’s vision to support talented students from across Pakistan, ensuring no region is left behind.
Distribution in Rawalpindi Division
The Rawalpindi Division is a key beneficiary in Phase Two, with both laptops and scholarships being distributed:
- 2,535 laptops will be awarded.
- 1,888 to students of public sector universities.
- 207 to government college students.
- 440 to medical university students.
- 886 scholarships worth Rs. 32.2 million will be distributed.
- 803 scholarships for university students worth Rs. 29.7 million.
- 52 scholarships for government college students worth Rs. 700,000.
- 31 scholarships for medical students worth Rs. 1.8 million.
Universities and Colleges Covered
Students from several major educational institutions are included in the scheme:
- Pir Mehr Ali Shah Barani University
- Fatima Jinnah Women’s University
- Rawalpindi Women’s University
- Rawalpindi Medical College
- Taxila University of Engineering and Technology
- University of Chakwal
- Kohsar University
Additionally, students from government colleges in Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Attock, and Chakwal are also eligible to receive scholarships and laptops.
Why This Scheme Matters
The Honhaar Scholarship and Laptop Scheme is more than just financial support – it is a step towards digital empowerment and educational equality. By providing laptops, students gain access to modern learning resources, online education, and research opportunities. Scholarships, on the other hand, reduce the financial burden on families and help students continue their studies without interruption.
Maryam Nawaz has consistently emphasized that investing in youth is investing in Pakistan’s future. By focusing on merit and inclusivity, this scheme ensures that hardworking and deserving students, whether from big cities or smaller towns, get equal opportunities.
Conclusion
The launch of Phase Two of the Honhaar Scholarship and Laptop Scheme under Maryam Nawaz’s leadership is a milestone for Punjab’s education sector. With thousands of laptops and scholarships being awarded purely on merit, the program is empowering students to dream bigger and achieve more.
As Phase Three extends support to students in KP, Balochistan, AJK, and GB, the scheme is fast becoming a national model for youth empowerment. For students, this is not just financial aid – it is a recognition of their hard work, dedication, and potential to build a brighter future for Pakistan.