Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government announces scholarships for 373 students
Higher Education Minister Meena Khan Afridi chairs meeting, directs reforms to enhance transparency
A high-level meeting regarding the ‘Stoori Da Pakhtunkhwa’ Scholarships was held under the chairmanship of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Higher Education, Meena Khan Afridi. Senior officials and representatives of the Higher Education Department attended the meeting.
During the meeting, the Minister was given a detailed briefing on the scholarship program. It was informed that 373 students across the province will be awarded scholarships this year under the Stoori Da Pakhtunkhwa scheme. The scholarships carry a total value of Rs. 134.280 million, which will be distributed among deserving students on merit.
The Minister for Higher Education, Meena Khan Afridi, appreciated the efforts of the department for supporting talented students through this initiative. He emphasized that the scholarship program plays a vital role in encouraging higher education, reducing financial burden on students, and preparing youth for a knowledge-based economy.
He also directed the concerned officials to bring necessary reforms in the Stoori Da Pakhtunkhwa Scholarship scheme in order to make it more transparent, efficient, and aligned with the contemporary educational needs of students. The Minister added that the provincial government is committed to providing maximum opportunities to talented youth and ensuring merit-based support so that they can contribute positively to the development of the province and the country.
