AIOU employees celebrate Christmas

Islamabad:A Christmas celebration was held at Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) yesterday for Christian staff members. The event was presided over by the University’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood, while the guest of honour was Reverend Father Azam Sadiq of Saint John Paul II Parish, Iqbal Town, says a press release.

Addressing the gathering, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Nasir Mahmood praised the role of the Christian community in the development of the country, acknowledging their significant contribution to the progress of the university as well. He emphasized that AIOU belongs to everyone and ensures the protection of minority rights, offering Christian staff the same benefits as other employees.

Extending Christmas greetings to the Christian staff, Dr. Nasir Mahmood remarked that AIOU commemorates the birth anniversary of Prophet Jesus (AS) with great enthusiasm every year. He highlighted that the Holy Quran regards Prophet Jesus (AS) as one of the greatest prophets and mentions him with various honourable titles.