LAHORE: Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz has announced free higher education for the children of registered industrial and mining workers across the province.
According to an official statement, eligible students will be offered admission to COMSATS University in Islamabad and its seven sub-campuses, including Abbottabad, Wah Cantt, Attock, Lahore, Sahiwal and Vehari.
The Punjab government will bear all tuition fees under this program.
On the directions of the Punjab Chief Minister, the Punjab Workers Welfare Fund has started receiving applications. Children of disabled or deceased workers are also eligible for this benefit.
The last date for application varies depending on the campus: Islamabad (July 9), Lahore (July 17), Wah Cantt and Abbottabad (August 4), Vehari and Attock (August 11), and Sahiwal (August 15).
