- Monitored deployment to track usage and results.
- Students nationwide included with phased delivery.
- The initiative aims to reduce digital disparities.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to deliver 700,000 Google Chromebooks to students across the country, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Program, announced on Friday.
The initiative aims to expand digital learning for youth, describes the extent of support deployed, identifies the regions included, explains the purpose of the effort, and details the method by which the devices will be distributed.
Speaking at the event, Mashhood said the government remains focused on improving access to education for the younger generation, adding that providing modern digital tools is key to preparing students to meet national and global challenges.
He noted that the youth population represents Pakistan’s greatest strength and initiatives such as this are designed to unlock their full potential.
The government official highlighted the growing confidence of overseas Pakistanis, saying they are increasingly willing to invest in the country’s development.
Such investments, he explained, fuel economic activity and create jobs, as well as skills development opportunities in emerging areas that shape the industries of tomorrow.
During his speech, the President officially revealed that an organization was providing 700,000 Chromebooks to students enrolled in schools, colleges and universities across the country.
He said the program would significantly strengthen the country’s digital learning environment by giving students access to reliable online platforms, updated educational resources and modern software that supports both research and creative learning.
Mashhood emphasized that distribution will be carried out in carefully planned phases to maintain transparency and ensure that institutions across the country receive the devices based on need and readiness.
A national monitoring mechanism will accompany the rollout to track usage, evaluate outcomes, and ensure Chromebooks are used effectively in classrooms and remote learning environments.
He added that the initiative is of crucial value to Pakistan’s future as it will narrow the digital divide between urban and rural learners and encourage equal access to technology-rich learning spaces.
To ensure balanced inclusion, he confirmed that students from Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan will fully participate in the programme, reinforcing the government’s commitment to extending equal opportunities to every region.
Mashhood concluded by saying that the Chromebook program reflects a long-term commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s education system, equipping young people with globally relevant skills, and placing the country firmly on the path to a digital future.
