Pakistan signs an agreement with Gauth AI to expand access to digital learning tools, with 4,000 initial free subscriptions for students and teachers.
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN — WEB DESK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving education through artificial intelligence (AI), saying students and teachers should receive the resources needed to benefit from modern learning technologies.
Speaking at a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signing ceremony between the Ministry of Education and Gauth AI in Islamabad on Monday, the prime minister welcomed the company’s decision to provide free subscriptions to support education in Pakistan.
The initial allocation of 4,000 subscriptions is intended to help students and teachers access AI-powered educational tools. Of these, 1,000 subscriptions will be allocated to teachers associated with the government’s Daanish Schools initiative, according to Geo News.
Government pledges support for Daanish Schools
Shehbaz Sharif said the government would provide all possible resources and facilities to Daanish Schools, which offer free education to students.
He described the partnership as a step towards expanding educational opportunities and introducing modern teaching methods.
The prime minister said the government remained committed to supporting students and helping young people gain access to quality education regardless of their financial circumstances.
Gauth AI to provide digital learning tools
Gauth is an AI-powered study platform designed to assist students through step-by-step explanations, personalised tutoring and interactive learning tools.
The platform aims to help learners understand academic concepts rather than simply obtain answers to questions.
The company said its technology was already serving more than 200 million users globally. The initial subscriptions are intended to give Pakistani students and teachers access to digital tools that can support classroom learning and independent study.
The agreement marks another step in the government’s efforts to introduce technology into education, although the extent of its impact will depend on how the tools are implemented and used.
IT minister highlights technology-led education
Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja said the initiative reflected the prime minister’s vision of using information technology to support development and improve the education sector.
She also said paid versions of Gauth AI were being launched in Pakistan, describing the move as a significant development in the company’s expansion.
Maria Kohan, regional director of global public policy at ByteDance, said technology could help inspire creativity, expand opportunities and improve access to educational content.
She also highlighted TikTok’s dedicated science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) feed in Pakistan, developed in partnership with government ministries to help young people explore educational material.
AI and the future of education in Pakistan
The agreement comes as Pakistan pursues broader efforts to strengthen its digital economy and equip young people with technology-related skills.
In February 2026, Shehbaz Sharif announced a planned $1 billion investment in artificial intelligence by 2030, alongside initiatives for AI education, scholarships and professional training.
The government has also emphasised the importance of improving access to quality education and preparing students for a changing employment market.
AI-based educational tools could help provide additional explanations, personalised learning support and access to educational resources. However, their effectiveness will depend on reliable internet access, suitable devices, teacher training and safeguards for students’ privacy and academic integrity.
