Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has made the use of artificial intelligence (AI) mandatory in schools across Punjab. For the first time in the history of Punjab, AI training for Punjab ministers has been initiated under the direct guidance of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. An official ministerial workshop titled ‘Empowering Punjab with AI’ was officially launched in the presence of ministers.
During the workshop, members of the Punjab Cabinet were briefed on the effective use of Gemini and other AI tools, policy frameworks, operational policymaking, sectoral reforms, and the role of AI in governance. Discussions also covered policy brief analysis, brief writing, and the use of Google tools. Prime Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, speaking on the occasion, said digital technology has the potential to change the way we think and work.
He stressed that AI support is essential for reform and policymaking, adding that the responsible use of AI tools can bring about positive change. Google for Education experts briefed the Prime Minister on initiatives such as master training for 3,000 teachers in Punjab, issuing IDs to over 300,000 students in the school education sector, and training 200,000 students and 2,000 teachers under the Punjab Education Foundation.
Details were also shared about 1,000 scholarships across 10 organizations to promote digital journalism. The Google team also appreciated that the year was declared the ‘Year of Youth’ and saluted the blend of history and culture in a city like Lahore.
Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)
