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PESHAWAR, Nov 18 (APP):Khyber Medical University (KMU) Peshawar successfully held the first weekly co-curricular session for the 2025–2026 academic year, focusing on interfaith harmony and social cohesion.
These sessions are being conducted under the supervision of the Secretary Higher Education, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with support from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Centre of Excellence on Countering Violent Extremism (KPCVE).
Aimal Riaz Khan, the designated focal person for the Peshawar region, ensured the effective organisation of the session in close coordination with KMU’s nominated focal persons.
The event was arranged by the Welfare Societies of the Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (IPMR) in collaboration with the IPS Events Society, under the supervision of Director Academics, Prof. Dr. Zille Huma.
The session centred on promoting understanding, tolerance and mutual respect among different religious communities.
KMU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Haq attended the event along with the heads of various institutes.
Notable speakers, including Mufti Muhammad Arshad Muslim religious scholar, Rohan Sarb Dayal Youth Leader, Pakistan Council of World Religions and representative of the Hindu community, and Augustine Jacob Member, Deputy Commissioner Peshawar Interfaith Harmony Council and representative of the Christian community, shared their perspectives on fostering social cohesion.
In their remarks, the speakers highlighted that a peaceful and resilient society can only emerge when people from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds adopt attitudes of respect, acceptance and goodwill.
They emphasised that Pakistan is a shared homeland for all its citizens, where followers of every faith contribute equally to national development.
Their messages further strengthened the spirit of harmony, unity and appreciation of diversity among the participating students.
Participants described the session as constructive and informative, commending KMU’s efforts to promote inclusive and positive engagement.
They expressed hope that similar meaningful activities would continue in the future.