By Moin Ullah Shah
KARACHI: Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi attended an Independence Day ceremony at Dawood University of Engineering and Technology on Thursday as chief guest, where he hoisted the national flag and cut the Independence Day cake.
The ceremony was also addressed by Türkiye’s Consul General Ergul Kadak and Dawood University Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Samreen Hussain. A large number of students and parents attended the event.
Students performed national songs, delivered speeches on the significance of independence and presented tableaus highlighting national unity, harmony, love and solidarity among different communities. He distributed certificates among outstanding students and faculty members in recognition of their academic achievements and services.
Addressing the gathering, Commissioner Naqvi described freedom as both a precious blessing and a responsibility. He said young people today had greater opportunities than previous generations to learn, develop their skills and demonstrate their abilities. He said the younger generation held the opportunities needed to shape its future and contribute to the country’s progress.
Naqvi praised the students for their tableaus and speeches on national issues, saying their talent and confidence offered hope for Pakistan’s future.
“Our youth possess tremendous talent, and their abilities are a valuable asset for the country,” he said, adding that the confidence and enthusiasm he saw among the students pointed towards a promising future and strengthened the hope that Pakistan could join the ranks of developed nations.
Referring to Dawood University’s reputation and academic standards, Naqvi recalled that he had once hoped to study there and had considered it his first choice for admission. He said he had even visited the university to obtain an admission form but later changed his plans and was eventually admitted to NED University of Engineering and Technology.
