Govt prioritizes skills-based learning to shape future-ready youth: Minister Wajiha Qamar says

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 20th Feb, 2026) Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, Wajiha Qamar Friday stressed the importance of equipping young people with market-driven skills and commended Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and CM Punjab for modernizing the education system through digital transformation.

In an exclusive morning show interview with a local news channel, Wajiha Qamar highlighted the government’s commitment to fostering practical and professional education for young people.

She emphasized that developing market-relevant abilities is crucial for preparing the nation’s youth to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world.

She added that strengthening technical and vocational programs is a cornerstone of the administration’s education strategy, adding that modern learning approaches and industry-focused training, the government aims to create a generation of skilled individuals capable of thriving in competitive environments.

Wajiha Qamar further noted that digital tools and innovative teaching methods are being incorporated to enhance the learning experience.

She reaffirmed that nurturing a workforce equipped with contemporary competencies is essential for national growth and ensuring that future generations are ready to tackle global challenges.

Responding to a query, she praised the present government’s policies, highlighting the proactive role of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Chief Minister of Punjab in addressing the needs of young people.

She noted that the government’s initiatives focus on providing practical opportunities, skill development programs, and employment support, which directly reflect the ground realities faced by youth across the province.

She emphasized that these programs are not just policy statements but are being implemented effectively at the grassroots level.

Such initiatives will help empower the younger generation, fostering innovation, entrepreneurship and long-term socio-economic growth, she said, adding that continued support and collaboration from all stakeholders to ensure the programs achieve their full potential and benefit the youth community at large.