Maryam Nawaz to inaugurate Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence today

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. File photo
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. File photo
| Published July, 16 2026 | Updated
ARIFWALA (Web Desk): Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif will inaugurate the Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence in Arifwala as Punjab expands its modern education project.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is set to inaugurate the Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence in Arifwala today as part of the provincial government’s initiative to expand access to modern, high-quality education.

During her visit, the chief minister will address the inauguration ceremony and outline the government’s vision for strengthening the education sector across Punjab. Officials said all preparations for the event have been completed, and the venue is fully prepared to welcome the chief minister and other participants.

The Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence is part of the Punjab government’s Schools of Eminence initiative, which aims to establish modern educational institutions across the province that meet international standards.

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According to the Punjab government, 114 Schools of Eminence are expected to become operational across Punjab by August 14, while the target is to complete 300 schools by September.

The government said the schools are being developed to provide quality education and modern learning facilities. Eligible students from low- and middle-income families will also receive free education. Earlier this month, the Punjab government announced that more than 71,000 students had applied for admission to the first 65 Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence.

Officials described the overwhelming response as a sign of growing public confidence in government-run educational institutions and the province’s ongoing efforts to improve the quality of education.

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