Engineer Rohan Chaudhary
Mirpur(Dudial)– A state-of-the-art Software Technology Park (STP) has been inaugurated in Dudial, a tehsil of Mirpur district, as part of the Special Communications Organization’s (SCO) Vision 2025. The initiative aims to transform Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) into IT-driven regions. The park was inaugurated by Major General Umar Ahmed Shah (Hilal-e-Imtiaz Military), Director General of SCO.
This latest addition marks a significant milestone in the region’s technological development. With over 60 IT setups, including Software Technology Parks and Freelancing Hubs already operational across AJK and GB, the newly inaugurated STP in Dudial is the seventh of its kind in AJK. Additionally, more than 20 freelancing hubs are already functional in various parts of the region.
A Global IT Hub in the Heart of Dudial
The Software Technology Park in Dudial has been designed to provide a world-class IT environment that fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and employment opportunities for local youth. The facility aims to bridge the gap between IT industry requirements and the availability of skilled professionals in the region.
SCO’s Commitment to IT-Enabled Growth
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Major General Umar Ahmed Shah emphasized that the establishment of the STP reflects SCO’s commitment to fostering IT-led growth and empowering the youth of AJK, including those in Dudial.
“This initiative will not only generate employment opportunities but also contribute to the overall economic development of the region. So far, SCO’s efforts have created more than 6,500 jobs, while 1,400 freelancers, including a significant number of women, are actively engaged in online work,” he stated.
Facilities at the Dudial Software Technology Park
The new Software Technology Park offers:
•State-of-the-art infrastructure and modern facilities
•High-speed and uninterrupted internet connectivity
•Incubation centers for startups and entrepreneurs
•Dedicated workspaces for freelancers (both men and women)
•24/7 operational support and collaboration opportunities with regional and national IT organizations
A Platform for Innovation and Success
Director General SCO further added, “We are delighted to launch this initiative, which provides a platform for local youth to enhance their IT skills, innovate, and achieve success. We look forward to collaborating with IT companies, startups, and entrepreneurs to make this park a hub of technological excellence.”
The inaugural event was attended by Sector Commander SCO AJK Colonel Yousaf Javed, Commanding Officer SCO Mirpur Division Colonel Adeel Malik, local administration officials, and distinguished guests from Dudial.
