During a recent assembly session, Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman unveiled the provincial budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2024-25. With a total allocation of Rs5.4 trillion, this budget reflects Punjab’s financial roadmap following the federal government’s budget announcement.
Among the key highlights of this budget is a commendable initiative: the earmarking of Rs. 2.5 billion for undergraduate scholarships. This allocation underscores Punjab’s commitment to enhancing accessibility and affordability in higher education, aiming to empower deserving students across the province.
However, the budget presentation was marred by scenes of opposition members tearing up the documents in protest, expressing their discontent with the proposed financial plan.
Despite the opposition’s objections, the scholarship program remains a beacon of hope in Punjab’s educational landscape. By providing financial support to thousands of undergraduate students, the provincial government is not only investing in individual futures but also laying the groundwork for a more prosperous and educated society.