Lahore: Provincial Minister for Labour and Human Resource Muhammad Manshaullah Butt inaugurated the Workers Welfare SIS Portal at the Workers Welfare School on Defence Road. The initiative aims to transform the school into a model institution and further the digitalization of Workers Welfare Schools across Punjab.

According to Directorate General Public Relation – Govt of Punjab, the inauguration was attended by Secretary Punjab Workers Welfare Fund Mujtaba Bharwana, Director Education Muhammad Ashraf, and other officials. The SIS Portal is designed to provide online access to educational and administrative data of all schools, allowing senior officials to access information quickly.

During his visit, the minister interacted with children and reviewed the school’s facilities. He emphasized the need for clean drinking water and regular maintenance of washrooms. He commended the efforts of the Director Education and school staff in enhancing educational standards.

Minister Butt highlighted the development of Workers Welfare School, Defence Road, into a model institution with modern facilities as part of the digitalization effort. He stated that this step aligns with the vision of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif to provide quality education to the children of industrial workers. The SIS Portal is expected to enhance transparency, accountability, and school performance.

He noted that approximately 53,000 children of industrial workers are currently enrolled in Workers Welfare Schools across Punjab, where they receive free uniforms and books. Concluding his visit, the minister planted a sapling on the school premises to support a green environment.