Islamabad: Minister of State for ICT Shatha Fatima Khawaja chaired the 45th R&D Fund Policy Committee meeting on Monday where Rs. A budget of $599.29 million has been approved for Ignite for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024-2025.
The meeting was attended by IT Secretary Zarar Hashim Khan, ICT Department Special Secretary Azfar Mansoor and others.
During the session, the Minister stressed the importance of managing projects efficiently, directing Ignite management to ensure that all projects have clear timelines and are completed within the specified time frame. It also asked Ignite to focus on shorter duration initiatives to enhance the efficiency of project implementation.
In a move to boost the local gaming industry, Shatha Fatima urged Ignite to organize an e-sports competition that focuses on locally developed games and highlights the potential of local talent in the technology sector.
Earlier in the meeting, Ignite officials provided an update on the company’s current and future projects. The committee also approved the minutes of its previous forty-fourth meeting.
This significant budget allocation reflects the government’s continued commitment to promoting innovation and technological advancement in Pakistan.