The federal government has proposed allocating Rs. 2.05 billion under the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) to provide 1,600 scholarships to students from Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIJOK). This move highlights Pakistan’s commitment to supporting higher education for Kashmiri youth amidst ongoing challenges.

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The scholarships aim to offer educational opportunities to students from the disputed region, helping them pursue academic advancement. This announcement comes just days before the federal budget is scheduled to be presented on June 10.

The PSDP plays a crucial role in outlining development priorities across sectors such as education, infrastructure, and health in the federal financial plan.