KOHAT, July 30: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) IX division, Major Gen Mohammad Tahir, has urged the students to equip themselves with the latest information technology to play their due role in the progress of the country.

Addressing the prize distribution ceremony at Garrison Cadet College, Kohat, on Wednesday, he announced Rs500 a month for students getting first and second position in the ninth class examination, and promised scholarships for top three position holders in the next 10th class examination.