A technical delegation from the Agha Khan Cultural Service Pakistan (AKCS-P) completed a two-day comprehensive assessment of Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU) to evaluate structural conservation and restoration protocols for the university’s historic main building.
AKCS-P technical team conducts two-day assessment to preserve FJWU’s historic heritage building
RAWALPINDI, Nov 02 (APP): A technical delegation from the Agha Khan Cultural Service Pakistan (AKCS-P) completed a two-day comprehensive assessment of Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU) to evaluate structural conservation and restoration protocols for the university’s historic main building.
Chairing the review meeting, FJWU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Bushra Mirza briefed the visiting experts on the architectural heritage, historical significance, and cultural legacy of the iconic campus building.
The AKCS-P delegation, comprising Director Conservation and Design Wajahat Ali, Head of Conservation Shukarullah Baig, Lead Architect Umar, Architect Hanan and Susan conducted site inspections alongside FJWU Additional Director P&D Engineer Sumaira Khalid.
The technical team praised the unique architectural design, historic craftsmanship, and structural integrity of the site, discussing specialized conservation strategies to maintain its original structural state.
The meeting was attended by FJWU Director P&D Prof. Dr. Tahir Mukhtar, Director ORIC Dr. Hisham Akhtar, Head of Fine Arts Department Dr. Surraya Chaudhry and Associate Professor Raheela Mushtaq.
Prof. Dr. Mirza emphasized that under the university’s heritage conservation strategy, FJWU is taking concrete steps to preserve its architectural landmarks for future generations while integrating modern institutional requirements.
