15th September 2012
There has been an enhancement in aptitude towards acquisition of education in Sindh and a proof of this is increase in the number of universities in the province.
This was stated by the Governor of Sindh, Dr. Ishrat Ul Ebad Khan, while speaking at the stone-laying ceremony of the new gate of the University of Karachi as well as its inauguration of the new administration block and building of the Department of Public Administration of the University of Karachi.
The Governor, who is also the Chancellor of the public sector universities in the province, said that it is a matter of pride that Karachi University is among the best institutions of higher learning internationally.
This is because of the hard work put in the by the faculty and the students. He assured that measures would be taken to steer the University of Karachi out of its financial difficulties.
The Governor said that new projects would be undertaken for the betterment of the academic institutions and that cooperation would be extended to those youngsters who are keen to acquire knowledge.
He stated that steps are being taken for the fool-proof security at the universities in the province. The Vice-Chancellor of Karachi University, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Qaiser, presented the welcome address.
The ceremony was attended by the Deans, Directors and Chairpersons of the teaching departments of the University of Karachi.
