Information Technology Dept. Gilgit-Baltistan

15/09/2025

📢 Important Participation Guidelines –
Uraan AI Techathon 1.0 Participants in the Uraan AI Techathon 1.0 have the flexibility to: Work on Official Problem Statements: Each of the 12 thematic areas includes carefully designed problem statements that reflect Pakistan’s real challenges. Teams may select one and develop their solution accordingly. OR Bring Their Own Projects/Startups: Teams already working on ongoing AI projects or startups may also participate, provided that:

🔹 Phase-2 (Physical Techathon Day – Islamabad) The project fits into one of the 12 thematic areas, and It addresses a Pakistan-specific challenge with measurable national relevance. All submissions — whether based on official problem statements or self-proposed projects — will be evaluated using the same criteria to ensure fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity. Shortlisted participants from Phase-1 will be invited to Islamabad for the one-day Techathon event. Participants are also allowed to bring their own laptops for use during Phase-2, if they prefer.

12/09/2025

🚀 Calling All Innovators!
The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Government of Pakistan, proudly presents Uraan AI Techathon 1.0 under the flagship E-Pakistan Uraan Program! 🇵🇰💡

This national AI innovation challenge is your chance to showcase Artificial Intelligence–based solutions to solve Pakistan’s key development challenges across 12 thematic areas, including:
✅ Healthcare
✅ Agriculture
✅ Governance
✅ Education
✅ Fintech
✅ Energy
✅ Climate Change … and more!

📅 Key Information:
🔹 Registration & Submission Opens: 1st September 2025
🔹 Deadline for Submission: 30th September 2025
🔹 Result Announcement: 15th October 2025 (Tentative)
🔹 Techathon Day (Islamabad): 17th October 2025 (Tentative – Winners Announcement & Awards distribution the Same Day)
🌐 Portal: [www.uraanpakistan.pk/uraanai](http://www.uraanpakistan.pk/uraanai)
📧 Queries: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
🔗 Follow Updates:
[LinkedIn: Uraan AI Techathon](https://www.linkedin.com/company/uraan-ai-techathon/)
[LinkedIn: PlanCom Pakistan](https://www.linkedin.com/company/plancompakistan/)

👥 Eligibility Criteria:

Team Composition: Up to 4 members (all students OR mix of professionals/faculty & at least 1 enrolled student)
Verification: University verification letter + confirmation email to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
Who Can Apply: Students, Startups, Freelancers, Faculty Members & IT Professionals

💡Take the Challenge. Solve Real Problems. Build the Future.
Register your team today and represent Gilgit-Baltistan and Pakistan at the Uraan AI Techathon 1.0! 🌍✨

29/08/2025

Orientation Session Held!
The orientation session for the Graphics Designing Course under the E-Rozgar Skill Development Program has been successfully conducted in skardu.
A great step towards empowering youth with digital creativity and new opportunities! 🙌

20/08/2025

Orientation sessions for the E-Rozgar Skill Development Program have been successfully conducted across various districts of Baltistan Division and Diamer-Astore Division. 🌍✨
A great step towards empowering youth with digital skills and creating new opportunities for the future! 🙌

14/08/2025

Happy Independence Day! 🇵🇰
Let’s honor the sacrifices of our heroes and work together for a prosperous Pakistan. 💚✨

14/08/2025

Meeting on National E-Commerce Policy
A meeting of the Working Group on the National E-Commerce Policy was held, chaired by the Executive Director General, Ministry of Commerce, Government of Pakistan.
Officials from all provinces, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir participated and shared valuable insights and recommendations to support the continued development of Pakistan’s e-commerce ecosystem.

08/08/2025

GOVERNMENT OF GILGIT-BALTISTAN

LAUNCHING OF DIRECTORATE OF TOURIST SERVICES (DTS) ONLINE PORTAL

On Aug 08, 2025, The Chief Secretary's Office, Gilgit-Baltistan, hosted the final demonstration and launching ceremony of the Directorate of Tourist Services (DTS) online portal today. Secretary Tourism, Mr. Zameer Abbas, apprised the Chief Secretary of the fully developed DTS system, designed to facilitate the issuance of licenses to tour operators, hotels, and international expeditions for high-altitude climbing and related services.

The DTS online portal is a significant step towards promoting transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the tourism sector. The teams from Information Technology Department GB, and PMRU GB , were present and pledged their technical support to ensure the system's scalability and sustainability.

In the forthcoming phase, the IT Department GB will develop a mobile application to further enhance tourist-related services for the public, thereby improving overall service delivery and citizen engagement.

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08/08/2025

We are thrilled to announce the successful Certificate Distribution Ceremony for the Phase 2 Graduates of the High Impact Skill Development Program (HISDP) and the Graduates of the Advanced Digital Training Program by Hazza Institute, Islamabad!

Held on 7th August 2025 at Boys Degree College, Skardu, this landmark event was proudly organized by the Information Technology Department, Government of Gilgit-Baltistan.

We were deeply honored by the presence and inspiring words of our esteemed guests:

Honorable Minister for IT, Surraye Zaman

Honorable Minister for Social Welfare, Dilshad Bano

Honorable Secretary for IT, Mr.Raiz Ahmed

Their messages powerfully highlighted the transformative role of digital education in empowering the youth of Gilgit-Baltistan and shaping a brighter future.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners, dedicated trainers, and the entire community for making these training programs a true beacon of excellence.

Congratulations to all the graduates! Your hard work and new skills pave the way for remarkable opportunities.

08/08/2025

Empowering GB’s youth for a digital future.