In a landmark initiative to modernize education, the Punjab government has partnered with Google for Education and its local collaborator, Tech Valley, to introduce AI-driven digital learning tools across the province. This collaboration aims to equip 200,000 primary and secondary students with Digital IDs powered by Gemini, granting them access to advanced educational resources.
Announced during the British Educational Training and Technology Show (BETT UK 2025), the agreement encompasses the Punjab School Education Department and the Punjab Education Foundation. It focuses on integrating cutting-edge technology into classrooms to enhance learning outcomes.
Education Minister Rana Sikander Hayat emphasized the transformative potential of this partnership:
“By equipping students and educators with world-class digital tools and data-driven insights, we aim to empower future generations in Punjab and beyond.”
Key components of the initiative include:
- Digital Safar Program: An internet safety and skills development program introducing students to coding and safe online practices.
- Teacher Training: Certification for 50,000 teachers to effectively utilize digital tools and integrate AI into their teaching methodologies.
- Chromebook Distribution: Provision of Chromebooks to 200 schools, facilitating access to digital learning platforms.
This comprehensive approach aims to bridge the digital divide, ensuring that students across Punjab have the tools and knowledge to thrive in a technology-driven world.
For more information, visit the Punjab School Education Department or Tech Valley.
