Family donates Rs4 million for KMU Islamic Centre

PESHAWAR: A family has donated Rs 4 million for the construction of an Islamic Centre and Mosque at Khyber Medical University (KMU), Peshawar.

The contribution has been made in memory of the late Engineer Muhammad Ishaq Khattak, who wanted to integrate education with moral values.The announcement was made by Mrs. Jameela Jan Khattak, widow of Engineer Khattak and founder of Country Grammar School and The Educators College, during a special ceremony at the KMU.

The under-construction Islamic Centre will include separate prayer halls for men and women, classrooms, and a research department focused on Islamic studies.Speaking at the event, Mrs. Jameela Jan Khattak said: “This donation brings to life my husband’s dream. He believed in societal uplift through education and shared values. We hope this centre reflects that spirit and continues to serve people for years to come.”

Dr. Maria and Dr. Saad, children of the late Engineer Khattak and both medical professionals, shared how their father’s values inspired their decision.KMU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Zia ul Haq praised the Khattak family’s contribution, stating: “This centre will go beyond being a space for prayer. It will foster dialogue, Islamic scholarship, and the integration of ethical values within academic life.”

He emphasized that investing in the construction of mosques and Islamic centres was a noble form of continuous charity (Sadaqah Jariyah) and congratulated the Khattak family for their generous initiative.

“This donation reflects the late Engineer Khattak’s commitment to education, public service, and the collective spirit of compassion and progress. The KMU Islamic Centre and Mosque is expected to be completed this year, serving as a lasting hub for both spiritual and academic enrichment,” he remarked.He hoped that, like the Khattak family, other generous individuals and their families would also contribute to this noble cause through their donations.