Institutions of Higher learning must serve as Centres of Intellectual Enlightenment, Ideological Awareness & Patriotic Consciousness among youth while nurturing National Unity, Peace & Unswerving commitment towards Pakistan sovereignty through intellectual engagement & moral values: Brigadier Younus Javed.

A dignified and intellectually enriching seminar was organized at Mirpur University of Science and Technology under the theme “Paigham-e-Pakistan in the Context of Marka-e-Haq and Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos” through the joint efforts of the Institute of Islamic Studies and the Directorate of Students Affairs. The event reflected the spirit of national unity, ideological awareness, and gratitude for the sacrifices rendered for the sovereignty and stability of Pakistan. The Worthy Vice Chancellor, Brig (R) Prof. Dr. Muhammad Younus Javed SI (M), formally inaugurated the proceedings with the Flag Hoisting Ceremony alongside Principal Officers, Deans, and senior university officials, followed by a collective Dua for the peace, sovereignty, and prosperity of Pakistan and tribute to the Armed Forces of Pakistan.

The official seminar commenced in the Mechanical Hall with the recitation of the Holy Quran and presentation of Naat-e-Rasool-e-Maqbool ﷺ. Dr. Tahir Aslam, Director Institute of Islamic Studies, delivered the welcome address and highlighted the ideological significance of Paigham-e-Pakistan and Marka-e-Haq in promoting national cohesion and intellectual harmony among youth. The seminar also featured reflections from Ms. Aila Jamil, student BS Islamic Studies, and a comprehensive lecture by Mr. Muhammad Imran Khan, Lecturer Institute of Islamic Studies, on the historical and national significance of the day. Prof. Dr. Zafar Iqbal, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, emphasized the role of academic institutions in promoting patriotism, national integration, and constructive dialogue among students.

In the concluding session, Worthy Vice Chancellor appreciated the efforts of the organizers and stressed the need for universities to play a proactive role in fostering patriotism, intellectual development, and national harmony among youth. The program was efficiently moderated by Dr. Ghulam Mustafa and concluded with an awareness walk and patriotic rally from the Mechanical Hall to Shuhada Chowk, where the Worthy Vice Chancellor, faculty members, officers, and students expressed solidarity with Pakistan and paid tribute to the martyrs and Armed Forces of Pakistan.