The Prime Minister’s Youth Programme has announced the distribution of 700,000 Chromebooks to students across the country to expand digital access and support technology-driven education.

The initiative was unveiled by PM Youth Programme Chairman Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, who said the move aims to equip young people with modern learning tools and help bridge the digital divide between urban and rural areas.

He said the Chromebooks would be provided to deserving students enrolled in schools, colleges and universities, adding that the programme would be implemented in phases to ensure transparency and effective monitoring.

According to the PMYP, students from all provinces, including Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, will be covered under the scheme.

The announcement comes as Pakistan moves toward local assembly of Chromebooks. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar recently described the start of Chromebook assembly in the country as an industrial milestone, saying it would support technology adoption, create jobs and strengthen the local manufacturing ecosystem.

Officials have said locally assembled devices would help reduce costs and improve access to affordable technology, particularly for students and educational institutions.

Rana Mashhood said Pakistan’s youth was the country’s most valuable asset and access to digital technology was essential to prepare them for future academic and professional challenges.

Officials said further details regarding eligibility criteria and the application process would be announced in due course.