General Officer Commanding (GOC), Jhelum, Major General Muhammad Intikhab Alam paid a visit to Mirpur University of Science and Technology MUST, Mirpur AJ&K on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Event marked a significant occasion for the Mirpur University offering a valuable opportunity for meaningful interaction between the Military Leadership & Academic Community. Upon his arrival at the City Campus of the University, General Officer was warmly received by Brigadier (R) Prof. Dr. Muhammad Younus Javed SI (M), Vice Chancellor MUST along with Brigadier Awais Adil, Brigadier Tanveer Hussain, Deans of the Faculties, Principal Officers, Senior University Officials & Faculty Members.

In his address, Major General Muhammad Intikhab Alam shed light on the importance of the Army in safeguarding the sovereignty & integrity of the Nation by highlighting the challenges faced by the Armed Forces in securing the borders. He spoke about the sacrifices made by Officers and Jawans for their Country & working tirelessly around the clock to ensure the security of the Nation’s Frontiers. The General Officer also stressed the need for National Integration, asserting that a United Pakistan is our strength and the only way to overcome security challenges & ensuring stability. He also asserted the significance of understanding & upholding the ideological values passed down by forefathers & urged students to remain rooted in Pakistan’s founding principles which are crucial for National Unity. He further stated that there is no discrimination & every citizen of our beloved Country is equally respectable. The Youth must avoid falling prey to fake news & foreign propaganda from adversaries. He stressed the importance of verifying information before sharing it, as Islamic values teach us to act with integrity & discernment. The General Officer then emphasised the critical role of the Youth in shaping the future of Pakistan. He emphasised that youth must excel in their chosen academic fields & develop specialised skills that would enhance marketability & contribute meaningfully to the welfare & well-being of the State. The General advised the students that after completing their studies they should utilize their talents & skills to become entrepreneurs and launch their startups, thus becoming Job providers rather than job seekers. University students actively participated in the interactive session asking pertinent questions which were answered in detail with examples by the General Officer. The General also commended the students’ intellect for posing questions of National Importance. General Muhammad Intikhab Alam thanked Brigadier Younus Javed for inviting him to interact with the talented Youth of the Country.

In his concluding remarks, Brigadier Younus Javed thanked Major General Muhammad Intikhab Alam for his visionary talk with University Students & interacting with both Students & Faculty in a thought-provoking session. While sharing his views, he emphasised that the Pakistan Army inducts best of the best individuals, who then undergo a rigorous & meticulously structured training process from the lower to the highest ranks. He further highlighted that the Army’s training is its hallmark that has earned recognition at International level. The exuberant fighting spirit has cemented its reputation as one of the most formidable forces in the world. Vice Chancellor also thanked Brigadier Awais Adil, Brigade Commander, Jalalpur Jattan, Brigadier Tanveer Hussain, Brigade Commander, Jarikas, District Administration, Deans of the Faculties, HoDs, Faculty Members, Administrative Staff and Students for attending the event. The Master of Ceremony was Dr. Sehrish Shafi, Head of the Department of English, who conducted the session in a professional manner. At the culmination of the session Souvenirs were exchanged between the Senior Military Officers & participants had group photographs with the General Officer.