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Dera Ismail Khan , Nov 16 (APP): Gomal Medical College (GMC) held its annual Convocation 2025 in a dignified ceremony attended by graduating students, faculty members, parents, local representatives, and senior officials of the divisional and district administrations.
The event commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the formal arrival of the Chief Guest, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s former Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur. He was warmly welcomed by Dean and Chief Executive Professor Dr. Naseem Saba, faculty members, and students.
The ceremony began with the national anthem, during which the Chief Guest, Dean/CEO GMC, Chairman Board of Governors Medical Teachng Institute (MTI) , faculty members, and graduates stood in respect and solidarity.
Addressing the gathering, Acting Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Robina Nazli congratulated the graduating class and emphasized their professional responsibilities. She remarked, “With great privilege comes great responsibility. Now it is time for you to shine and make a meaningful difference.”
In her welcome address, Dean and Chief Executive Professor Dr Naseem Saba highlighted the achievements of Gomal Medical College during 2025, terming it a year of academic excellence, research progress, and significant institutional growth. She said the graduating batch stood out for their dedication, hard work, and professional competence.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Guest Ali Amin Khan Gandapur congratulated the new doctors and reminded them of the sanctity of the medical profession. “The field of medicine is a sacred duty. Patients come to you with hope and consider the doctor a healer. You must uphold justice, fairness, and compassion in your service,” he said.
He elaborated on the difference between justice and equity, urging the graduates to support those who cannot afford treatment. “Charging equal fees is justice, but true equity is helping the poor and the underprivileged who have no means. Supporting such individuals is equivalent to placing food in the mouths of their children, and its reward is granted both in this world and the hereafter,” he added. Gandapur reaffirmed that the government and administration would continue extending full cooperation to improve the health sector.
A major highlight of the ceremony was the administration of the professional oath by Prof Dr Naseem Saba, during which the graduating doctors pledged to uphold medical ethics, patient welfare, and professional integrity.
The convocation also featured the distribution of gold medals, shields, and degrees to students who demonstrated outstanding academic performance. The joy of graduates and their parents added to the celebratory atmosphere.
The ceremony concluded with group photographs featuring the Chief Guest, faculty members, and the graduating students.
Gomal Medical College’s Convocation 2025 came to an end with a renewed commitment that the newly qualified doctors would apply their knowledge, skills, and professionalism in the service of the nation and the welfare of humanity.