Islamabad : A national flag-hoisting ceremony was held at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU), Islamabad, on Friday to commemorate Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day. Prof. Dr. Zafar Nawaz Jaspal, Vice Chancellor, Quaid-i-Azam University, along with Chairpersons and Directors of various departments, senior faculty members, officers, administrative staff and students, attended the ceremony.
Addressing the gathering, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zafar Nawaz Jaspal said that the Independence Day celebration was an opportunity to renew the nation’s commitment to the principles of Unity, Faith and Discipline and to work collectively for a brighter, stronger and more prosperous Pakistan.
He said that Quaid-i-Azam University, established in the name of the Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, was playing an important role in national development and progress through quality education, research and innovation. The VC urged the youth to follow the principles and vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and contribute towards realizing the full potential of Pakistan.
