Political undertones mark CM's varsity visit

Political undertones mark CM's varsity visit

A visit by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to the University of Gujrat drew mixed reactions on Monday, with several students terming the event "artificial" and tightly controlled. The ceremony, arranged for more than 3,000 students from the Gujranwala Division districts of Sialkot, Narowal and Gujrat, was meant to mark the distribution of laptops and scholarships. However, according to students, the chief minister left without personally hand…

CM Maryam turns scholarship, laptop ceremony into political pitch in Gujrat

GUJRAT: Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Monday mixed celebration with sharp political messaging as she addressed a large gathering of students during the Honhaar scholarship and laptop distribution ceremony in Gujrat. Speaking at the event held at University of Gujrat, the chief minister called students the “real heroes and chief guests” of the day, saying their faces reflected hope and confidence about Pakistan’s future. “This is not just a ceremony. It…

Chief Minister Maryam calls on youth to stand against hatred and discord

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz urged children and youth on Monday to rise above division, hatred, and destructive tendencies, calling for political disagreements to remain devoid of personal animosities. Addressing a laptop distribution ceremony at Gujrat University, she underlined that differing opinions on policies are a natural aspect of politics but should not breed hostility. She affirmed her party’s commitment to safeguarding e…