ISLAMABAD—Hamdard University Islamabad Campus (HUIC) marked Gilgit-Baltistan Independence Day with a lively cultural event hosted by its GB Student Council. The programme highlighted the region’s rich heritage, its historical struggle and its distinct identity.
The council designed the event to share the region’s traditions with the wider campus community. Students and faculty members gathered to honour the courage behind the region’s freedom.
Prof. Dr. Umar Shahbaz Khan, Campus Director at HUIC, praised the GB Student Council for organising the event. He also commended the council’s efforts to preserve and promote the region’s cultural heritage. Moreover, he stressed the vital role of young people in shaping the future of Pakistan.
He urged students to adopt a positive mindset and promote unity. In addition, he encouraged them to turn their passion, abilities and sense of responsibility into meaningful action. Such action strengthens national identity and helps build a peaceful, prosperous and united Pakistan.
Engr. Sana Mukhtar, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology (FEST) and Student Affairs Manager at HUIC, expressed pride in the younger generation. She noted that students understand the value of freedom and stay strongly connected to their culture, traditions and identity.
Dr. Iqbal Nasiri, Associate Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, then traced the historical journey behind the independence of Gilgit-Baltistan. He paid tribute to the sacrifices, courage and determination that shaped the region’s history.
The Gilgit-Baltistan Independence Day celebration created an atmosphere of patriotism, cultural pride and harmony. Overall, the event served as a meaningful tribute to the history, sacrifices and cultural identity of the region. Furthermore, it reinforced the values of unity, diversity and national solidarity among students and faculty members alike. The GB Student Council deserves credit for keeping the region’s story alive on campus.
