The distribution of 100,000 laptops under the Prime Minister’s Youth Laptop Scheme has been postponed. This delay comes as relief efforts intensify in flood-affected areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The scheme aims to provide free laptops to eligible students across Pakistan to boost digital literacy.
Originally set for July 2025, the laptop distribution event has been put on hold. University closures nationwide and ongoing flood relief operations forced authorities to reschedule the event by two weeks. Officials from the Prime Minister Youth Programme said a new date will be announced soon to ensure smooth distribution.
The recent floods caused massive damage, displacing thousands and disrupting vital services. The government’s priority remains focused on rescue and relief in the hardest-hit regions. The department managing the laptop scheme is actively working to resume the program once the situation stabilizes.
Students eligible for the laptops are advised to stay updated through official channels for new announcements. Authorities assure that despite the delay, laptops will be delivered as soon as conditions improve. The initiative remains a key step towards empowering youth through technology.
The government thanks the public for their patience and cooperation during this challenging time. It emphasizes that supporting flood victims is a national priority alongside continuing efforts to enhance education.