KP Governor Iqbal Zafar Jhagra said that through quality education we can bring positive change in the society, adding there is no dearth of talent in Pakistan and youngsters graduating from our institutions are doing wonders in various disciplines of life both within the country and abroad. He expressed these views while addressing the cadets of Scouts Cadet College Batrasi on the eve of its 12th Parents Day in Mansehra, here on Saturday.
Cadets were also awarded for their best performance in various categories. Smart contingents of cadet presented well-disciplined march past, demonstrated gymnastic skills, cultural activities and received appreciation from the audience. Parents of cadets, Members of Provincial Assembly Saleh Muhammad, Mia Zia ur Rehman and Sardar Zahoor, District Nazim Mansehra Sardar Syed Ghulam, Deputy Commissioner Mansehra Iqbal Hussain, Principal of the college Brigadier Abdul Hafeez (Retd), senior military and civil officials were also attended the function.
The governor also announced Rs 1 million for the college and Rs 50,000 for the trainers in horse riding. While appreciating the performance of Scouts Cadet College, the governor mentioned that the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Abbottabad has declared this institute as one of the best amongst the contemporary institutes. Highlighting the importance of education, the governor said, it can be the best choice for any individual and society to invest in.
"These youngsters are the future asset of our nation who will become leaders and builders of the country in the time to come," he added. He advised the students to concentrate on their curricular and co-curricular activities because they were the hope for a better Pakistan. He said that the government was giving equal attention to education in the tribal as well as settled areas for bringing about a positive change in the society.
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