In a significant stride towards fostering a brighter future, the Minister of Information Technology for the Azad Government of Jammu and Kashmir, Sardar Zia ul Qamar, recently paid a visit to NLC Technical College in Rawalpindi. The esteemed government official engaged with the dynamic learning environment, touring various departments, and was warmly welcomed by the Director of NLC Technical Colleges, Brigadier Amjad Jameel Iqbal.
During an address to the enthusiastic students at NLC Technical College, Minister Zia ul Qamar emphasized the paramount importance of skills development and technology education in today’s fast-paced world. He articulated a compelling vision, asserting that the eradication of unemployment and poverty hinges on the impartation of technical education.
“Information technology and technical education are the cornerstones of progress in our modern world. By investing in these areas, we are not only equipping our youth with essential skills but also laying the foundation for our country’s development,” remarked the Minister.
In a heartening declaration, he underscored the pivotal role of the youth as the backbone of a nation’s development, revealing plans to leverage the abundant technical talent by exporting it to the global human resource market. Minister Zia ul Qamar encouraged students to embrace technology as a means of achieving progress, envisioning them as role models for the nation.
The collaboration between NLC and the government was solidified with the college expressing commitment to work hand in hand with the Ministry of IT. The focus on Information Technology emerged as a key theme in their joint efforts. Brigadier Amjad Jameel Iqbal assured the government minister that, in the current scientific and technological era, the institution would prioritize technology over traditional education to propel the country forward.
The shared commitment aims not only to alleviate poverty but also to produce a pool of skilled individuals capable of securing meaningful employment, contributing to both personal growth and national development. As the Azad Government of Jammu and Kashmir takes strides towards a more technologically advanced and prosperous future, the visit to NLC Technical College stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration for the youth, echoing the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
