Bureau Report
BAHAWALPUR:The Department of Public Administration at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB) organized a seminar titled “Pakistania, National Cohesion and Role of Youth” at Ghotvi Hall, Old Campus.
Chairman Dr Shahbaz Ali Khan in his welcome address stressed engaging youth to strengthen national unity and responsible citizenship. Keynote speaker Dr Nayyar Mustafa, MD Bahawalpur Horticulture Agency, highlighted national identity, mutual respect, interprovincial harmony and youth participation in tackling social challenges.
Chief Guest Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Kamran said higher education institutions must go beyond academics to promote ethical values, tolerance, critical thinking and social responsibility. He said youth are the driving force for national integration, innovation and sustainable development and should rise above linguistic, regional and cultural differences.
He added that national cohesion is strengthened through respect for diversity, equal opportunities and democratic values, reaffirming IUB’s commitment to intellectual growth, character building and leadership development. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr Shahbaz Ali Khan.
