Ashrafuddin Pirzada
NATHIAGALI: The Young Leaders Parliament, in collaboration with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Youth Affairs and the Prime Minister’s Youth Program, organized a three-day entrepreneurship conference in Nathiagali.
The event was attended by Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Program and Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, Advisor to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and youth coordinator Yaseer Khan.
Approximately 70 young leaders from various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa participated in the conference.
In his address, Rana Mashhood emphasized the determination and potential of Pakistani youth, stating that their enthusiasm paves the way for a brighter future. He highlighted the abundance of talent in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and assured that the Prime Minister’s Youth Program aims to provide equal opportunities for youth across all provinces. He said the youth were provided opportunities regardless of their backgrounds. He reaffirmed the commitment to education and skill development as key priorities.
Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif expressed his pleasure in engaging with young leaders, noting that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government was implementing policies to equip youth to face future challenges. He encouraged young people to strive for entrepreneurial success rather than solely relying on government jobs. He announced an upcoming initiative by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur that would offer interest-free loans to youth for various business ventures, aiming to empower them economically.
Rana Mashhood and Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif commended the efforts of the young leaders of parliament in organizing the impactful event.
The conference also included detailed sessions on entrepreneurship, e-commerce, technical education, and online business. Participants were allowed to engage with speakers, enhancing their understanding of the topics discussed.
The President of the Young Leaders Parliament, Naveed Ahmad Khan, explained that the conference aimed to enhance leadership skills among youth, emphasizing the importance of parliamentary training. He noted the role of these initiatives in preparing youth to tackle future challenges and thanked participants for their engagement.
After the conference, Naveed Ahmad Khan presented shields to distinguished guests and awarded certificates to the participating youth.