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LAHORE, Oct 14 (APP): On the special directions of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the Department of Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Mal Punjab will issue 40,000 Himmat Cards to students enrolled in institutions of the Special Education Department.
The decision was taken during a high-level joint meeting of both departments, co-chaired by Provincial Minister for Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Mal Sohail Shaukat Butt and Special Assistant to the Chief Minister on Special Education Sania Aashiq, here on Tuesday.
The meeting was attended by Secretary Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Mal Javed Akhtar Mahmood, Secretary Special Education Muhammad Khan Ranjha, Director General Special Education Shoaib Jadoon, and senior officers from both departments.
Detailed discussions were held on enhancing inter-departmental cooperation, improving facilities for special students, and ensuring their full inclusion in educational and social activities.
Provincial Minister Sohail Shaukat Butt said that, for the first time in Punjab’s history, historic initiatives are being taken under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif for the rehabilitation and empowerment of special persons and vulnerable segments of society. “The issuance of Himmat Cards will not only provide financial assistance but also help special students lead a dignified and independent life,” he stated.
He informed that the Social Welfare Department will issue 40,000 Himmat Cards in consultation with the Special Education Department and that the procedural framework is being finalized.
The meeting was also informed that the Social Welfare Department has already provided over 1,100 electric wheelchairs and electric bikes to students of the Special Education Department, while instructions have been issued for the continued supply of assistive devices.
Special Assistant Sania Aashiq said that “special students are our pride,” adding that under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, revolutionary reforms are being introduced in special education and welfare sectors.
Both departments reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen collaboration and sustain joint efforts for the welfare and empowerment of special persons across Punjab.