Knowledge driver of economic progress, says IIU rector

Islamabad : Knowledge is the driver of economic progress, all eyes are focused on higher education sector to play an effective role, said Dr. Masoom Yasinzai, rector at the International Islamic University.

He was addressing a training workshop attended by students of Iqra Residential College.

The workshop was jointly organized by Dawah Academy and Institute of Professional Development (IPD). "The major flaw in our education system is the paucity of funds," said Dr. Masoom.

He added that it is the need of hour that youth must be nurtured in the light of Islamic teachings.

The rector said youths of the country had proved that we are a people of tolerance and patience, the world should know that our message is to preach love, harmony, mutual cooperation and brotherhood.

He said the country’s 56 million young men and women are the solution to the problems.

The rector said instead of thinking about shortcuts, young people should prepare themselves according to contemporary requirements and paves the way for stability and development in the country whereas investing in high quality education has given us the path to success in the future.

Talking about peace in society, he said the IIU had always focused to teach peace and love for humanity to its students. He said the university was an omen of cultural diversity where no sectarian bias prevailed.

The rector urged youths to come forward and help education sector to build a well-balanced and peaceful society. Earlier, 35 member de­l­e­gation hailing from Iqra Residential College visited new campus of the IIU on Tuesday.

The delegation was headed by its Principal, Muhammad Usman Kasi, while it included incharge of the delegation Muhammad Aslam, staff members and students.

The IIU rector welcomed the delegation at the new campus and briefed them about academic programs of university. He elaborated the role of university in nation building, inculcating Islamic values and imparting contemporary knowledge.

The delegation also visited Faculty Blocks, Central Library and Administration Block of New Campus of the university. The delegation also visited Faisal Masjid.