MUZAFFARABAD: Special Communication Organization (SCO) has launched its sixth Soft in Bhimbar (AJK) under its vision 2025 to transform Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJ&K) and Gilgit Baltistan (GB) into IT. Ware Technology Park (STP) has been formally inaugurated. active areas.
The facility was inaugurated by Major General Umar Ahmad Shah, HI(M), Director General SCO, marking another milestone in SCO’s mission to empower youth and enhance regional development. .
Located at SCO Exchange in Bhimbar, this STP is in line with SCO’s vision of “Empowering youth through provision of sustainable IT environment in AJ&K and GB”.
Envisioning the establishment of 50 STPs and Freelancing Hubs (FLHs) across AJ&K, the initiative is modeled on the “Hub and Spoke” model. Each STP provides office spaces, high-speed Internet, and uninterrupted power supply, fostering a corporate IT environment for startups and freelancers.
On the occasion of the inauguration, DGSCO highlighted that the Bhimbar Software Technology Park exemplifies SCO’s commitment to building a digital ecosystem in AJK and GB. He emphasized that with state-of-the-art IT facilities, the initiative promotes innovation, entrepreneurship and economic growth, aligning with Vision 2025 to make the region a hub of IT excellence. .
He attributed the special interest and guidance of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) to empowering the youth of the region.
Since its soft launch on 10 July 2024, Bhimbar STP has attracted six startups and 24 freelancers, creating significant employment opportunities and empowering local youth to develop specialized IT skills. Enabled. The initiative capitalizes on the high literacy rate and untapped IT potential of its youth, offering innovative workplaces that promote both productivity and personal growth.
The young professionals thanked SCO for establishing a facility that provides an innovative environment, empowering them to contribute to the digital economy. This initiative signifies SCO’s commitment to build a sustainable IT ecosystem in AJK and GB, which promotes youth development and prosperity.