Sindh Chief Minister Announces 30,000 Google Scholarships for Students
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced that 30,000 students will be awarded Google scholarships, with the potential to earn between 70,000 to 1.6 million rupees per month. The scholarships are part of an agreement between the Sindh government, Google, and Tech Valley.
### Investment in the Future of Youth:
The scholarships aim to invest in the bright future of young people, fostering digital skills that will contribute to the social and economic development of Sindh. During the launch of 30,000 Google Career Certificate Scholarships, the Chief Minister emphasized that the Sindh government is making revolutionary strides in digital education and skill development.
He explained that the scholarships will not only benefit students in general but will also focus on special quotas for underprivileged communities and women.
### Focus on Women and Marginalized Communities:
The Chief Minister further stated that 30% of the scholarships are specifically targeted towards women, with special attention being paid to disadvantaged groups. Google has designed the courses, which can be completed online, allowing students to learn at their own pace.
### Earning Potential for Graduates:
Upon completing the program, students will be able to earn anywhere between 70,000 to 1.6 million rupees per month. The aim is to ensure equal educational opportunities for all youth in Sindh, empowering them with the skills needed for global-level training.
### Impact on Youth and Women:
Spokesperson for the Sindh government, Tahseen Abdi, stated that the primary goal of this initiative is to equip Sindh’s youth, particularly women, with quality education that empowers them to become financially independent. Initially, students from 30 universities in Sindh will benefit from this program.
This initiative promises to provide quality digital education and will open doors for thousands of students, enabling them to achieve success in the global digital economy.
