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KARACHI, Jul 31 (APP): Sindh Chief Minister (CM) Syed Murad Ali Shah convened a meeting of the vice chancellors of 64 universities, comprising 30 public and 34 private institutions at Chief Minister House to devise a detailed programme for celebrating Independence Day under the theme of “Marqa-e-Haq”.
The CM emphasised the importance of organising educational, cultural, sports and literary events to foster national pride.
Provincial Ministers Sharjeel Memon, Nasir Shah, Saeed Ghani, Mohammad Bakhsh Mahar and Zulfiqar Shah, along with Secretary to the Chief Minister M Raheem Shaikh and Chairman of HEC Sindh, Prof Tariq Rafi, attended the meeting held at CM House on Thursday.
The CM highlighted the pride the Pakistan Armed Forces have brought to the nation through their valiant efforts, stating, “To amplify the celebrations of the nation’s victory and independence, the government has devised a comprehensive plan.”
The Independence Day festivities are set to commence on August 1.
The CM urged all universities to adorn their campuses and classrooms in a manner that reflects national dignity and to organise related programmes. He also announced that the government would reward any university, institution, shopkeeper, or entity that excels in decoration.
Universities are encouraged to prepare schedules for sports, cultural events, debates and literary activities, with Shah instructing Secretary University & Boards Abbas Baloch and Chairman of HEC Sindh Tariq Rafi to organise separate and inter-university programmes.
Suggestions from all universities were included in the meeting’s agenda and it was agreed that a tree plantation initiative would be launched across Sindh to promote environmental sustainability.
Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon provided updates on planned programmes across various provincial and private institutions. The meeting concluded with a strong commitment to celebrate Independence Day with enthusiasm and dignity.