CM Punjab Launches Digital Skills Program for Educated Rural Women Good initiative, CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched the Chief Minister Digital Skills Program which is latest youth Program in Punjab aimed at empowering educated rural women through cutting-edge digital skills training. This initiative, introduced under the Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF), is set to uplift thousands of women by equipping them with essential digital expertise, enabling them to earn online and become self-reliant.Details of Programs are Mention below.
Digital Skills Program Program Introduction
The program will provide six months of free digital training, along with a free desktop computer, internet device by govt of Punjab , and internet package for all enrolled participants. Additionally, each trainee will receive a monthly stipend of PKR 30,000 to support their learning journey.
Digital Skills Program Program Courses Include
- Digital Marketing
- Content Creation
- E-Commerce (Shopify, Daraz, and other platforms)
- English Language Proficiency
- Product Development
Objective of Program
This program is designed to help women become freelancers or online entrepreneurs, allowing them to generate income from home while contributing to the growing digital economy.
Training Phase According to Districts
The initiative Divide into three phases across various districts:
Class Start Date : Phase 1 (Starting March 15, 2025)
Cities Include :
- Lodhran, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Sheikhupura, Bhakkar, Sialkot, Rahim Yar Khan, Muzaffargarh, Kasur, Lahore, Chakwal, Multan, Bahawalnagar, Chiniot, Gujrat, Hafizabad, Jhang, Khanewal, Khushab.
Class start Date: hase 2 (Starting April 15, 2025)
Cities Include
Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Mianwali, Nankana Sahib, Okara, Attock, Toba Tek Singh, Dera Ghazi Khan, Layyah, Mandi Bahauddin, Narowal, Pakpattan, Rajanpur, Sahiwal, Vehari, Murree, Talagang, Wazirabad, Kot Addu, Taunsa.
Class Start Date : Phase 3 (Starting May 15, 2025)
Cities Include
dditional districts will be included in the program based on demand and feasibility.
Eligiblity Criteria
- Minimum education requirement: 16 years of education
- Age Limit: Preference for women under 30
- Residency: Applicants must belong to Union Councils within the District Council limits
- Entry Test: Candidates must pass the test for selection.
How to Apply for Digital Skills Program Program?
- Interested women can visit the official website https://www.psdf.org.pk/empowering-rural-women
- For further inquiries, call the helpline: 0800-HUNAR (0800-48627)
- This initiative marks a significant step towards bridging the digital divide in rural Punjab, providing women with opportunities to gain financial independence and thrive in the global digital economy.
- Incomplete Applications will be Rejected.
- Female are Also Encouraged to Apply
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