Pakistan re-launches its Computer Centre at YMMA Headquarters

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To augment the younger generation’s skills building with better educational opportunities, the Government of Pakistan through its High Commission donated 17 computers and relevant equipment to re-launch and up-grade the Pakistan Computer Centre at All Ceylon Young Mens’ Muslim Association Conference (YMMA), at its Headquarters in Maradana yesterday.

The Acting High Commissioner of Pakistan Dr. Sarfraz Ahmed Khan Sipra, was the Chief Guest at an impressive re-launching ceremony. The Pakistan Computer Centre was established in 2006 with the support of the Government of Pakistan through its High Commission.

All Ceylon YMMA Conference National President M. Thaufiq Zubyr thanked the Government and people of Pakistan and the High Commission for re-launching and up-grading the Pakistan Computer Centre and said that these computers would help provide ICT training to youngsters. He further said all communities would benefit from this facility without any discrimination.

Acting High Commissioner Dr. Sarfraz Sipra appreciated the charitable services of All Ceylon YMMA Conference and reiterated that Pakistan will continue to support Sri Lanka in enhancing the skills of its youth.

Dr. Sipra noted that the Pakistan Computer Centre management in partnership with National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) would bring the desired outcome from this centre. He praised the working model and contribution rendered by the NAITA towards enhancement of Sri Lankan youth’s skills and providing them with right jobs.