Youth of today to lead country in 2047: Sindh Governor

KARACHI, Oct 16 (APP): Governor of Sindh Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi has said that education is Pakistan’s heritage and today’s youth will lead the country in 2047.

     He said that members of the younger generation could become senior government officials, prime ministers or even presidents of Pakistan, and therefore must contribute to national development through knowledge, modern skills and strong moral character.

   He expressed these views while addressing the joint convocation ceremony 2026 of MiTE and TMUC.

      Congratulating the graduating students, their parents and teachers, the Governor said that earning a degree was not merely an achievement for students but also the fulfilment of their parents’ dreams. He added that teachers’ hard work and guidance played a vital role in this success.

   The Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi urged young people to embrace modern technology, artificial intelligence, the digital economy and entrepreneurial innovation to help build a prosperous future for Pakistan.

    Referring to father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Governor said that the nation was fortunate to have such an extraordinary leader. Despite his illness, Quaid-e-Azam worked tirelessly for the creation of Pakistan. He said the country was the result of the struggle and sacrifices of its elders, who voted for the establishment of an independent homeland. He urged young people to remember these sacrifices and work sincerely for Pakistan’s progress and prosperity.

   Speaking about Pakistan’s nuclear programme, the Governor Sindh said that Zulfikar Ali Bhutto played an important role in laying its foundations. He added that former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif subsequently conducted six nuclear tests in response to India’s five tests, strengthening Pakistan’s defence capabilities.

   The Governor of Sindh  further said that Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif was establishing Danish Schools in Sindh and Islamabad following their establishment in Punjab, with the aim of providing children with better access to quality education. He described such initiatives as important steps towards promoting education and empowering young people.

     Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi appreciated the educational contributions of the leadership of MiTE and TMUC, particularly Dr Faisal Mushtaq and Professor Dr Huma Baqai. He stressed the need to further strengthen academic collaboration and educational links with international universities.

    The ceremony was attended by Professor Anthony Woodman, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom; Professor Melanie Gray, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University for the Creative Arts; faculty members, parents and graduating students.

    In his concluding remarks, the Governor of Sindh urged young people not to limit their education and skills to personal success but to use them to improve society, create new employment opportunities and bring honour to Pakistan. He said that the true measure of success lay not only in personal advancement but also in contributing to the betterment of society.