Feb 29, 2024
The two day 2nd SMIU Global Research Congress organised by Sindh Madressatul Islam University was concluded with a most positive note by speakers that it was a huge successful global event that provided a platform to the scholars of six foreign countries and about one thousand participants from different parts of the country, who participated in one or other way in the congress and six international conferences. Thus, this kind of the global events are necessary for exchange of views, ideas and experiences with each other, that ultimately benefit the country.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and the host of the Global Research Congress and six international conferences in his speech said this the Global Research Congress was purely a broad of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and an initiative of SMIU’s faculty, that has an international impact. Dr. Sahrai said SMIU believes that our country can move forward by encouraging research work and SMIU is preferring to invest its energies in this field also.
He thanked the national and international scholars who make the congress and conferences successful by their presence and the Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah for his support to SMIU and other public sector universities of Sindh in his previous tenure, when he had increased grant of universities from 6 billion rupees to 23 billion rupees and had made the universities sustainable. He also lauded the supportive role of chairman of Sindh HEC Dr. Tariq Rafi, who extended his support to the congress financially and appreciated the SMIU for holding the international event, the vice chancellor also thanked the Department of Universities and Boards of Sindh for supporting the SMIU and the organisers and students of the congress who had worked day and night to make the congress successful.
Dr. Tariq Rafi, Chairman Sindh HEC has congratulated the vice chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai and his team for organising such a great event and said that holding this congress was a good step forward. He said now the SMIU should established collaborative linkages with the international faculty that has participated in the congress. He further said that the recommendations which the congress and international conferences have formulated should sent to the policy makers and Sindh HEC also, but individually at the universities level we can implement these. American scholar American scholar Prof. Dr. Keith also shared his views about the congress.
Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, convener of the Congress presented report of the two-day Global Research Congress and said that during the two days of the congress and international conferences 57 panelists participated in the panel discussions, 204 scholars were chair and co-chair in 120 technical sessions and 22 were keynote speakers, among them were 4 foreign scholars, who delivered speeches and presentations during the congress. In the end of the concluding session Dr Aamir Umrani, Secretary of the congress presented vote of thanks, while Mr. Wafa Mansoor Buriro, Assistant Professor SMIU conducted the proceedings.
On this occasion, Dr. Tariq Rafi and Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai gave away shields to the organiser of the congress and conferences.
Recommendations of the Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s 2nd Global Research Conference and its six international conferences
Karachi: February 29, 2024
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s 2nd Global Research Conference and its six international conferences presented recommendation to the policy makers for implementations, in the concluding session of the GRC held on Thursday at the auditorium of the SMIU, which was attended by chairman Sindh HEC Dr. Tariq Rafi, Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Shari, vice chancellors of different universities, national and international scholars, faculty, heads of various sections and students.
The convener of the congress and international conferences Dr. Zahid Ali Channar presented following recommendation in the concluding session.
The Department of Environment recommended that there is a dire need to establish a Nature-Inspired Innovation Hub by the higher education institutions as a collaborative space, where academia, industry experts, and global community can participate in community of practices, discuss and bring sustainable solutions to forefront inspired by nature.
It further said that there is a need to conduct projects and research on nature inspired smart communities and share findings with the global research and academic communities through open educational practices.
The Department of Education recommended that there is a crucial need to cultivate interdisciplinary dialogues among educators, researchers, and policymakers regarding the policy and curriculum issues in teacher education to shape a sustainable future.
It was further recommended that there is a need for teachers to work closely with learners and conduct field analysis before designing any course. Foster collaboration between educators, industry experts, and students to ensure relevance, adaptability, and a commitment to sustainable educational practices.
It said mental health is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being. Integrating this course into various disciplines ensures that students receive comprehensive support, by normalizing discussions around mental health, universities contribute to creating an inclusive and empathetic learning environment.
The department of Media and Communication Studies in its recommendation suggested training for media personal to report ethically about human rights, justice, and social issues, working collectively with authorities to give out correct details, and using different media to teach communities how to stay safe and informed.
It further said that the research centers should be established that should be dedicated to conducting studies, provide policy recommendations, and engage in advocacy to address pressing societal issues.
The department of Business Administration recommended that that businesses have more responsibilities towards economic, social and environmental sustainability, therefore, entrepreneurship and social innovation culture should be promoted among higher education learners. It said that the practice of publishing sustainability reports has become widespread among companies globally, and it has become crucial for companies to take action to reduce the impact of their operations on the environment and society. There is a need to develop strategies to enhance capabilities of business students to understand various issues related to circular economy, waste management and business models.
The Department of Computer Science said the it should conduct research projects and also encourage research scholars to collaborate and embrace innovative intelligence computing systems and its implementation.
It said that Pakistan faces a number of challenges when it comes to cyber security. One of the biggest issues is the lack of resources and expertise dedicated to this field. There is a dire need to develop expertise in students/researchers to cope up with this issue. In this regard, new courses such as Computer Forensics and Advance cyber security may be included
Block chain technology can be implemented to the different industries to increase data security, decrease fraud and errors, and the improvement of records accuracy. Software industry is growing in Pakistan, therefore, students need to enhance their knowledge to others related filed like, Robotics, AI, and Big Data analytics.
The Department of Language and Culture recommended that the culture and languages should be the part of curricula so that, learners can express and share their ideas with more confidence. Furthermore, these languages should be taken on global platforms to support diversity, pluralism and culture openness.
To preserve cultural heritage, cultural departments across higher education institution should be established to training teachers and learner about cultural integrity through academic activities.
Feb 28, 2024
The speakers, at the inauguration ceremony of the 2nd SMIU Global Research Congress, held at Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Wednesday, said the nations of the world were facing many challenges including environmental change, poverty, social issues and terrorism at regional as well as at the world level, therefore, we have to collectively overcome these challenges and research scholars should find solutions of the issues through their research.
Chairman, Higher Education Commission Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed congratulated Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Mujeeb Sahrai and his team for organising the most valuable Global Research Congress and said that he was delighted and honoured to be participating in the congress.
Addressing the inaugural session via video link said this congress is a very important initiative because Consul Generals of the two best friendly countries of Pakistan China and Turkiye are participating in it along with other foreign speakers, hence we all have to think about the collective solutions to the challenges being faced by the humanity.
Dr Mukhtar Ahmed said this Congress is the most important initiative in the life and history of SMIU. These congresses are providing opportunities to learners, researchers, faculty and students. Also, the participants who are coming from different areas and countries learn from each other’s experiences, knowledge and research work. Apart from this, the congress will establish a network between the participating scholars to work together in future.
The HEC Chairman hoped that the congress would end up with a roadmap that how could we collaborate with each other in different areas. He advised the Vice Chancellor of SMIU that he should share the roadmap and findings of the congress with the HEC as they could develop a strategy for development of the higher education and society.
Dr Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his speech welcomed the guests who came from Russia, USA, UK, Vietnam, UAE and other parts of the country to participate in the 2nd SMIU Global Research Congress.
Speaking on the background of holding Global Research Congress the vice chancellor said that it was the idea and dream of the young and dynamic faculty of SMIU to organise the Congress with five international conferences last year.
He said that as he always believed in the confidence of youth, so they organised the successful 1st Global Research Congress last year. This is the second edition that has attracted a large number of scholars across Pakistan and abroad than the previous congress.
Dr. Sahrai said this Global Research Congress is a brand of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in Pakistan, thus it will produce good results that will benefit to the nation and the country as well as at the global level. He further said that SMIU is moving forward in research work and it is publishing 6 research journals which are recognized by the HEC Pakistan.
Also SMIU’s research output by faculty has increased a lot. The vice chancellor said that he is a researcher and preacher, hence this conference will come up with a certain output as we are organising six international conferences as well. Therefore, its findings will be shared with all stakeholders nationally and internationally.
In his speech, Consul General of China in Karachi Yang Yundong, especially mentioned the brotherly relations of Pakistan and China. He said in 2017, China's first university launched the Pakistan-China Corridor, but today 16 Chinese universities are affiliated with Pakistani universities, some of them are also teaching Urdu language. He said China is cooperating with Pakistan in many fields, including global warming. CPEC is also a comprehensive plan for better relations between the two countries, which is being further improved.
The Consul General of Turkiye in Karachi Cemal Sangu said that Turkiye has a very historic and emotional connection with Sindh Madressatul Islam as Sultan Abdul Hameed of the Ottoman Empire had given two highest civil titles of Turkiye to Sindh Madressatul Islam’s founder Hassanally Effendi and that were “Bey” and “Effendi by recognizing his services for modern education in Sindh and support to Turkiye in the war with Russia.
He said that they shall built a mausoleum of Hassanally Effendi in Hyderabad Sindh soon. The Turkish Consul General said the Global Research Congress will play a significant role in promotion of the research in Pakistan and other countries.
The Secretary of Universities and Boards, Government of Sindh Noor Ahmed Samo, in his speech, said that it is a unique and different Global Research Congress in its theme, hence certainly it will share actionable recommendations to the government of Sindh for their implementation.
He congratulated the vice chancellor, and faculty of SMIU for organising such huge congress. He said that being a representative of the Sindh Government, Sindh is the only province in Pakistan that understands value of higher education more than other provinces of the country.
He said the provincial government of Sindh allocates 23 billion rupees as a grant for 29 public sector universities and about 12 billion rupees for their development schemes, on the contrary, the government of Punjab allocates only 5 billion rupees for its universities.
Earlier, the 2nd SMIU GRC was inaugurated by Consul General of China Yang Yundong, Consul General of Turkiye Cemal Sangu, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr Mujeeb Sahrai, Secretary Universities and Boards Noor Ahmed Samo, Russian scholar Dr. Solnyshkina Marian Ivanovna, American scholar Prof. Dr. Keith, UK Scholar Dr. Shajara Ul Durar and others by lighting a globe. On this occasion, the vice chancellor of SMIU gave away souvenirs to the guests.
Ms. Quratulain Nazeer, Assistant Professor at SMIU and the member of CEC of SMIU GRC-2024, conducted the proceedings.
February 26, 2024
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, in a briefing session on Monday, February 26, 2024 finalised all arrangements for the two-day 2nd SMIU Global Research Congress-2024 (2nd SMIU GRC), which will be held on the theme of “Re-envisioning with Nature Inspired Smart Communities” on February 28 and 29 at SMIU. The inauguration session will be held on Wednesday at 9:30am at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium.
The Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeeb Sahrai while addressing the session said that SMIU is going to organise a unique global research congress along with six international conferences on different subjects from Wednesday.
He said there would be a good presentation of distinguished scholars from home and abroad, hence the 2nd GRC will be more successful than last year’s GRC. Dr Sahrai said SMIU has set great standards by organising the Global Research Congress, which will ultimately promote the research work in the country. “Since 2020, when he took charge of the vice chancellorship of SMIU, he gave priority to the research work and preferred to utilise the resources of the university. Thus, we discovered the magic of the historic buildings of SMIU and carried out all activities over here smoothly. The GRC is also being held within the premises of SMIU,” he added.
Giving details of the 2nd SMIU GRC, Dr Zahid Ali Channar, the Convener of the 2nd SMIU GRC, said the six prominent research scholars from abroad and six from country’s provinces are attending the congress, among them are Prof Dr Keith Barton, a Professor at the Indiana University, USA, Ms Shajara Ul-Durar, an Associate Professor at the University of Sunderland, United Kingdom, Dr Solnyshkina Marina Ivanovna, a Professor at the Kazan Federal University, Russia, Dr Ridwan Adetunji Raji of Zayed University, Abu Dhabi, UAE, Dr Norsiah Abdul Hamid, Associate Professor at University Utara Malaysia (UUM), Dr Mohd Sobhi Ishak, an Associate Professor at the University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Prof Dr Jürgen Hescheler, a renowned German physician and researcher, Dr Shuo Yu, Associate Professor at Dalian University of Technology, Prof Dr Nadeem Ul Haque, Vice Chancellor of the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics, Islamabad, Dr Jawad Syed, of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Prof Dr Wasima Shehzad, Acting Dean and Professor at the Air University, Islamabad, Dr Nadeem Javaid of the COMSATS University, Islamabad, Dr Shahida Sajjad, Vice Chancellor Metropolitan University, Prof Dr Muhammad Aslam Uqaili, Pro-Vice Chancellor Mehran University, Jamshoro, Prof Dr. Riaz Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of Education and Social Sciences, SZABIST, Karachi, Ms Ambar Shamsi, Director CEJ, IBA, Karachi, Ali Abbas, Commodore Director at National Centre for Maritime Policy Research, senior journalists Wusatullah Khan, Sohail Sangi, Shahzeb Jillani and other speakers are participating in different sessions.
Dr Channar further said that 49 panelists from different fields are participating in nine-panel discussion sessions. While there would be 140 technical sessions of the six international conferences that are being organised by different faculties of the university. Thus around 1,000 research scholars are participating in the 2-day Congress. He also informed that 30 research scholars will chair different sessions. Similarly, there would be 30 co-chairs. Some online sessions are also scheduled.
The convener said that sessions of the International Conferences will be hled simultaneoulsy at the 19 venues of three buildings of SMIU including Main Building,Talpur House and the I.T. Tower. Different committees were also formed to execute the assigned works during the two days of the 2nd SMIU GRC.
The meeting was also informed that Pre-2nd SMIU Global Research Congress workshop on R will be held on Tuesday, February 7 at SMIU at 10:00 am. Dr. Irfan Haider Shakri, a lecturer at RMIT Vietnam will conduct it.
The CEC members Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Ms. Quratulain Nazeer, chairpersons Dr. Mansoor Ahmed Khuhro, Dr. Subhash Babu, Dr. Raiaz Ahmed Mangrio, Dr. Stephen John, Dr. Hina Shahzad and other sectional heads shared their views about the 2nd SMIU GRC. Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Secretary of the 2nd SMIU GRC conducted the proceedings.
January 18, 2024
The 7th Senate meeting of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was held on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at its Senate Hall. Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai chaired it on behalf of the Chief Minister Sindh, who authorized him for it due to his other engagements.
The Senate meeting after a detailed discussion approved the minutes of the 6th Senate meetings and actions taken on its decisions. It also passed resolution on the annual budget estimates for the financial year 2023-24 and revised budget estimated for the financial year 2022-23. Another resolution on the annual statement of accounts for the financial year 2022-23 against non-development recurring resources was passed. Apart from it, a resolution on the annual statement of accounts relating to the development projects of the university for the financial year 2022-23 including expansion of SMIU’s city campus and development of SMIU’s Malir Campus in the education city was passed.
Speaking at the meeting the Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said SMIU has come out from the deficit, now it is stable in many ways, this is why it fully concentrates on quality education and research and development projects.
The vice chancellor said we are living in the competent world, where many challenges are ahead of us, but the universities of the country have to make themselves financially sustainable by generating their own resources and SMIU is working on it.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said a high-tech lab for researchers has been established at SMIU with the cost of 11 million rupees, which were donated by an alumnus Dr. Ibrahim Mulla. Likewise, seven research journals are being published and these are recognized by the HEC. He informed the Senate the SMIU besides its main library has established another liberty at the I.T Tower, with the name of an alumnus Allama I.I. Kazi. It carters the needs of the students of the information technology related departments.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai informed the Senate that SMIU is working to make a plan for the next ten years, as how the SMIU will reflect in the coming ten years. In this respect a two faculty members of SMIU Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Assistant Professor and Ms. Quratulain Nazir, Assistant Professor are working with the help of Dr. Tauha Hussain Ali, Vice Chancellor of Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro. The vice chancellor lauded the role of outdoing members of the Senate played for betterment of SMIU during their tenure and welcomed the new members of the Senate.
The members of the Senate appreciated the services of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai rendering for SMIU’s development since the last three and half years.
The meeting was attended by Prof. Dr. Tauha Hussain Ali, Vice Chancellor, Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Dr. A.Q. Mughal, Research Professor, Greenwich University (Nominee of Sindh HEC), Prof. Dr. Khalid Mehmood Iraqi, Vice Chancellor of University of Karachi (Nominee of Higher Education Commission, Islamabad), Mr. Noor Ahmed Samo, Secretary, Universities & Boards Department, Government of Sindh, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Memon, Ex-Chairman, Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education, Prof. Dr. Tanweer Hussain, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro, Dr. Khalida Ghous, Former Managing Director, Social Polity & Development Center (SPDC) and Haji Muhammad Hanif Tayyab, Ex-Federal Minister and Aalim, Deans of SMIU Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Advisor to the Vice Chancellor on Academics Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Registrar Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, chairpersons and other members.
January 11, 2024
The students of SMIU’s Department of Business Administration organised the “Start-Up Summit: From Concept to Success” on 11th January 2024 at the premises of the varsity, where 26 groups of students under the supervision and guidance of Assistant Professor Shahid Obaid set stalls of variety of products.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai along with deans Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Jamshed Halepoto, Advisor on Academics Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Assistant Professor Shahid Obaid, Registrar Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, and other officials visited the stalls.
On that occasion the vice chancellor while appreciating the products made and innovated by different groups of students and their other business adventures, said this young business community will enrich the country in the future because they are empowered with new and innovative ideas, vision, and spirit, that is needed for successful entrepreneurship. He said that universities have to produce a strong business community that could flourish their business on the lines of modern-day business trends and needs of the country to make the land and the nation prosperous. He maintained that universities must encourage their students to participate in business activities at micro level, as after graduation they could easily run their own businesses.
The students had displayed food items, handicrafts, furniture, decoration pieces, candles and candle holders, thread work, home appliances, abbaya, t-shirts, wedding suits, armaments, and other items on their stalls. They also offered career counseling, car wash and maintenance, photography, facilitating the students in availing hostel accommodation, and providing services in decorating classrooms of private and public sector schools, and other educational institutions.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai was of the view that our young generation can gain economic benefits from their business activities and at the same time they can serve the nation through it. He emphasized to the student that they must focus on low cost but the quality of their products and evaluate and search the market points for it. Some female students said that their main objective was to empower women through business ventures.
January 9, 2024
The Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr Mujeeb Sahrai has said that SMIU’s Hawks Bay campus will be established on the plot spread over ten acres of land, which was given to SMIU by the government of Sindh for education purpose.
He said this on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 during the visit to the SMIU’s Plot located in Hawks Bay near the Hawks Bay Scheme 42, Benazir Town and Sahafi Colony. The Vice Chancellor said SMIU wants to start construction work of its Hawks Bay campus soon but its development is related to the development of the nearby societies, as the proposed campus mostly would attract students of the nearby areas.
During the visit Deans of SMIU Dr Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr Jamshed Adil Halepoto and Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Advisor to the Vice Chancellor Dr Abdul Hafeez Khan, Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Additional Director Planning & Development Uzma Batool, Additional Registrar Qasim Ali, Director I.T Administration Dr Shah Muhammad Butt, Project Coordinator Suresh Mal Dodani, Anwar Ali Abro, Additional Director I.T Services Department Abdul Waheed Jatoi, In-Charge Director Works and Services Engineer Shairan Najeeb, Engineer Imran Ali, Engineer Salman Ali, Deputy Registrar (Staff) Sajid Ali Lashari, Assistant Registrar Ghulam Ali Ramejo and Ghulam Sabir were accompanied the vice chancellor.
January 4, 2024
SMIU’s students of the Department of Business Administration in collaboration with the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) organised a “Marketing Expo SMIU 2024” at the inner courtyard of university’s Main Building on Thursday, January 4, 2024.
Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Prof. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai along with Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Deans Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Advisor to the Vice Chancellor Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Registrar Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Manager ORIC Dr. Muhammad Afzal Chhajro and instructor of the course Mr. Asadullah inaugurated it by cutting the ribbon.
Later on, he visited stalls setup by different groups of students of the BBA, where they had displayed variety of products which ranged from handicrafts including handbags, mobile covers, handmade fans of straws and perfumes, decoration pieces, electronic devices, electric items and other things.
Talking on the occasion Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai appreciated the technical expertise, skills and products of the students and said SMIU will facilitate them in marketing their products. The vice chancellor said students should not be restricted to classroom learning but they must be encouraged in entrepreneurship activities, as in future the graduates could not be job seekers but could create job opportunities for others.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said that the SMIU will include an extended version of the course of producing products in its syllabus as students could continue to produce their products. He maintained that the students who have made these products will be made a part of the Incubation Center of SMIU at aimed to provide them additional support and training for starting up their own businesses.
“We are living in the world, where business dominates all professions of life, that is why SMIU is also working on producing young business persons that could play a major role in future of the country, he said.
Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC said the ORIC supports SMIU’s students in enhancement of their innovative ideas, and skills as well as providing them a platform to launch their products for the market. He said SMIU’s students will be linked to the Incubation Center to train them for opening their own business companies and marketing their products. He said our students have a huge potential and skills, but they only need a guideline and the SMIU is providing it to them.
December 29, 2023
Syed Muhammad Ahmed Shah, provincial minister for Information, Minorities Affairs & Social Protection, Government of Sindh has said that the legacy of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is to serve the nation and the country with honesty and sincerity as he himself had emerged as the great leader of Muslims in the entire subcontinent by honesty, determination, dedication, passion and commitment.
He said this while addressing at a seminar organised by Sindh Madressatul Islam University on “Jinnah: A Timeless Legacy,” in connection with the 147th birth anniversary of the Founder of Pakistan at SMIU’s auditorium on Friday.
The provincial minister said our younger generation must follow thoughts of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, in which he has addressed poverty, hunger, education, health and social issues. He maintained that whatsoever our youth play their role in the society, that must be co-related to the thoughts of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, because he guides us in every sphere of life. “Every citizen of the country is equal, hence they must keep open window of their mind to get fresh breeze and light, and that comes from the ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah,” the provincial minister said.
He also thanked the Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai for organising a most meaningful seminar on the Father of the Nation and inviting him to address it.
Vice chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was a great visionary and independent in making decisions about his life, education and other matters. He said Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had left SMI on different times due to his own will and also joining the Lincoln's Inn was his own choice. Dr. Sahrai said his such decisions show that he was seeing things with his own eyes and mind. Likewise, he led the Muslims of undivided India by observing the conditions of Muslims, who were deprived of all rights in the British India. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said the Quaid has left his footprints in every sphere of life, therefore our young generation must act upon his ideology that how we have to live and survive in this 21st Century. The Vice Chancellor thanked to the minister Syed Muhammad Ahmed Shah and Syed Jaffar Ahmed for their participation in the seminar and praised Mr. Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, Director of Student Affairs and his team for organising successful seminar.
Distinguished scholar Dr. Syed Jaffar Ahmed in his speech traced the political history of subcontinent from the British era to the creation of Pakistan. He also talked on the life, political struggle and thoughts of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah achieved his objective of creating Pakistan through arguments because he was a lawyer. Going into depth of the then social fabric of subcontinent Dr. Syed Jaffar Ahmed said that there were two elite classes in the subcontinent at that time, among them one was of Nawabs, Nizams and feudal lords and other one was religious elite class, but Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was belonging to a middle class with enlightened thoughts.
He further said there were only 24 percentage of Muslim population in the undivided India, but Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah tried to get provincial status for Muslim majority provinces like Sindh, NWFP (present KP) and Balochistan at aimed to bring the Muslim strength equal to the non-Muslim population.
He said the Quaid was of the view that cultural minority becomes permanent political minority, and cultural majority becomes permanent political majority, hence these two never become one nation, that is why he struggled for separate country for Muslims.
Earlier Mr. Muhammad Naeem Ahmed presented welcomed address and thanked the guests who attended the event. On this occasion SMIU’s students of different societies delivered speeches on life, struggle and achievements of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. They also participated in quiz competition on the Quaid and other segments.
In the end the provincial minister Syed Muhammad Ahmed Shah, Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Dr. Syed Jaffar Ahmed, advisor to the vice chancellor Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Director Student Affairs Mr. Muhammad Naeem and others participated in the cake cutting ceremony. The minister and the vice chancellor gave certificates to the students. Also souvenirs were presented to the guests.
December 19, 2023
The Sindh HEC Chairman Dr Tariq Rafi, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr Mujeeb Sahrai, Regional Director of federal HEC Mr. Javed Ali Memon and deans, chairpersons and sectional heads of SMIU distributed 300 laptops among the students of different departments of Sindh Madressatul Islam University under the Prime Minister Youth Program Laptop Scheme on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at a ceremony, which was held at the SMIU’s auditorium.
The chairman Sindh HEC, Vice Chancellor SMIU and Mr. Javed Ali Memon distributed laptops among 50 top position holders, while the rest laptops were distributed by deans, chairpersons and sectional heads. The ceremony was organised by ORIC of SMIU.
Addressing the ceremony Dr. Tariq Rafi appreciated the federal HEC for giving laptops to the talented and deserving students of the country, which may be supportive of their academic progress. He said we are living in a digitalized world, where our students, faculty and researchers must be connected with the world through gadgets because we can’t live in isolation.
He said unlike our generation’s past today’s world is connected to figure tips, hence students must benefit from modern gadgets, that would be beneficial for their academic growth and development of the country.
He further said today multiple challenges have emerged for faculty as well as for students, hence they must concentrate on quality education, which is necessary for national development.
He said that the federal HEC had taken a wise decision ten years ago to give laptops to deserving students, which have been a necessary tool especially for their academic and research work.
Emphasizing the laptop recipients of the Alma-Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, he said they have to play their due role in changing the destiny of the country through their dedication, commitment, and hard work.
Praising the role of former Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, the Sindh HEC chairman said due to his support the public universities of the province received an appropriate budget, as he was a highly qualified person and was aware of the needs and importance of higher education.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech said by the end of the 20th century world has been changed and it is being driven now by technologies.
He said laptops have brought huge change in human development, and every field including science, education, health, social development, art, etc., generates results with the help of technology. He asked the students to benefit from the latest technologies including laptops for academic purposes.
Appreciating the role of federal HEC in providing laptops to students all over the country and said the decision shows that higher management of higher education is concerned for the bright future of the young generation.
He further said that the federal HEC and Sindh HEC have always supported Sindh Madressatul Islam University in its development and benefit of its students.
“The Sindh HEC under the leadership of Dr. Tariq Rafi makes smooth transition of budget to the universities like the Federal HEC,” Dr. Sahrai said and added the previous Sindh government saved the public sector universities of the province especially old universities by increasing their almost 200 percent budgets. “They were almost on the verge of collapse,” he remarked.
Regional Director of federal HEC Javed Ali Memon has said this time one lac laptops are being distributed among the students in the country. Also, they wish to give laptops to all students at the time of their admission. He said that the federal HEC wants to increase the innovative and creative abilities of the students by giving them laptops so they can get good results in their academic careers.
Earlier, Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC of SMIU in his welcome address said the recipients of the laptops have been selected by following the HEC policy. He hoped that students would use laptops for their education purposes.
The ceremony was attended by Deans of SMIU Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Advisor on Academics Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Director of Finance Ghulam Ali Surhio, Director Students Affairs and Counselling Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, chairperson, faculty members, head of departments and students.
December 12, 2023
The Directorate of Student Affairs and Counselling (DSA) of Sindh Madressatul Islam University organised the “SMIU Job Fest 2023” on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 and it was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodhi, Vice Chancellor of NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi along with Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of SMIU by cutting a ribbon.
Prof. Dr. Fateh Muhammad Marri, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, Prof. Dr. Tauha Hussain, Vice Chancellor of Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Prof. Dr. Sadia Akram, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Dr. Afshan Rubab, Additional Secretary of Universities and Boards, Government of Sindh, Deans of SMIU Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, faculty, administrative staff and students were present on the occasion.
Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Sahrai, in his speech, said SMI is a unique institution in the country that had set its manifesto 139 years ago by saying “Enter to Learn-Go forth to Serve,” and SMIU still believes in it and takes efforts to prepare such students who could serve the nation and country like their predecessors. Adding to it, the vice chancellor said besides the said motto, in present age we also say that “we are receiving students as customers and sending them as a product.”
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said SMI University is merely 12 years old, but it has set remarkable examples in grooming its students according to the needs of the present day and providing jobs to them. Last year about 100 students were recruited by about 30 companies during the SMIU Job Fest, and this time, about 300 alumni and final year students are appearing before 32 companies.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said SMIU has also an incubation center at its I.T. Tower that trains its students and outside persons, who are willing to start their own job. The vice chancellor expressed gratitude to the respectable guests and companies who honoured their invitation and attended the ceremony. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai also appreciated Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, Director Student Affairs and Counselling of SMIU for organising successful SMIU Job Fest.
In his speech as a chief guest Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodhi said although at present economic conditions and business circumstances are challenging for all sectors in the country, despite that fact, talented graduates could easily avail job opportunities in public as well as public sector organizations. He emphasized the universities must provide job oriented and quality education to students so that they can easily avail job opportunities in the public and private sector organizations on merit.
Appreciating the SMIU Job Fest he said the administration of SMIU has provided a great opportunity to its graduates and final year students, therefore, these initiatives may prove beneficial for industry as well, as they could recruit most talented and learned graduates from here. “It is a good omen in these circumstances that a wide variety of companies related to IT, banking sector, human resources, social development, textile and higher education related organizations are invited,” Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodhi remarked and added he appreciated services of Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, who encourages and creates these career opportunities for SMIU’s graduates.
Earlier Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, Director Student Affairs and Counselling in his welcome address said the main objective of organising this job fest was to facilitated SMIU’s graduates in finding job opportunities. He thanked to Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai for encouraging and supporting them in organising the job fest.
On this occasion Vice Chancellor of SMIU gave away shields to the guests of the program including Prof. Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodi, Vice Chancellor of NED University, Dr. Prof. Dr. Fateh Muhammad Mari, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ismail Kumbhar, Prof. Dr. Tauha Hussain, Vice Chancellor of Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Prof. Dr. Sadia Akram, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi and Dr. Afshan Rubab, Additional Secretary of Universities and Boards, Government of Sindh. Prof. Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodi also gave way a shield to Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai. At the same time students of SMIU presented bouquet to the guests.
Later on, the guests visited stalls of different companies and talked the employers about the scope, and job positions they were offering to SMIU graduates. The ceremony was attended by deans, chairpersons. faculty and administrative officials and students of SMIU in a large number.
In the evening, the concluding ceremony was held, where Deans of SMIU Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academic Affairs Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Director of DSA Mr. Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, Registrar Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh and Controller of Examinations and Admission Mr. Furqan Iftikhar gave away shields to the representatives of the participating 32 companies.November 27, 2023
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has decided to organise a second “2nd Global Research Congress 2024” (GRC-24) in the month of February 2024. Prominent research scholars from abroad and all provinces of the country will be invited to present their latest research works in the Congress.
To execute arrangements of the GRC, Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai has constituted a 13-member Central Executive Committee (CEC) with Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences as its convener and Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, as secretary.
Among its other members would be Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of Information Technology, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Dean of Faculty of Management, business Administration and Commerce, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academic Affairs, Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Registrar, Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Assistant Professor, Ms. Quratulain Nazeer, Assistant Professor, Syed Azeem Imam, Assistant Professor, Mr. Nisar Ahmed Memon, Additional Director Finance, Mr. Abdul Waheed Jatoi, Additional Director I.T., Anwar Ali Abro, Director PR Department and Asif Ghafar, Director Broadcasting and Media Training.
On the other hand, the 1st meeting of the CEC was held on Monday, November 27, 2023 at the conference room of the university, which was chaired by Dr. Zahid Ali Channar. All members of the committee attended it.
The CEC critically reviewed the previous -1st SMIU GRC-23, which was held on 8th and 9th March 2023 and said it was a mega event of the country, now the 2nd GRC will prove more successful than the previous one.
The CEC made some other decisions regarding the arrangements of the Global Research Congress.
November 21, 2023
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s 29th meeting of Syndicate was held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the Conference Room of the university, chaired by Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Mujeeb Sahrai.
The Syndicate approved minutes related to the academic and administrative matters, passed earlier in different statutory bodies. Decisions regarding administrative and academic matters were also made.
The members of the syndicate expressed satisfaction over SMIU’s performance in many areas including academic activities and development. They also appreciated services of Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeeb Sahrai for successfully heading the university towards progress and making it quality institution of higher education.
They said Dr Mujeeb Sahrai has promoted the SMIU as a reputable seat of learning and has achieved many milestones in different fields, including encouraging research work in the university and increasing strength of students from 1,800 to 6,000 in the last three years. Dr Sahrai speaking in the meeting said SMIU has fully concentrated on its quality education, research work and related purely academic activities. The vice chancellor informed the syndicate that SMIU’s students’ population is growing during every admission time, but it has been restricted due to limited space available at the present campus. “Despite that difficulty the space issue will be resolved soon,” the vice chancellor said.
The meeting was attended by Noor Ahmed Samo, Secretary Universities and Boards Department, Dr AQ Mughal, Nominee of HEC and Research Professor at Greenwich University, Prof Dr Sarosh Lodhi, Vice Chancellor NED University, Prof Dr Tauha Hussain Ali, Vice Chancellor Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Haji M Hanif Tayyab, former federal minister, Ms Nasreen Askari, Director and Co-founder Mohata Palace Museum, Prof Dr Abdul Hafeez Khan, Professor of SMIU (Representative of Professors), Prof Dr Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of IT Dr Ambreen Fazal, Associate Professor (Representative of Associate Professors), Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Assistant Professor (Representative of Assistant Professors), Ms. Quratulain Nazir Ahmed, Assistant Professor (Senate member elected on Syndicate), Mr. Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, Assistant Professor (Senate member elected on Syndicate), Mr. Shafique Ahmed, Lecture (Representative of Lectures), Mr. Mushtaq Muhammad Gopang, Radio Producer (Representative of Administrative Officers) and Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Registrar.
October 24, 2023
A special meeting of Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Academic Council was held on October 24, 2023 at the Senate Hall of the university with Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor in the chair.
In the meeting the modified undergraduate policy by HEC was discussed in detail and taken some important decisions. The Academic Council decided that the said policy will be implemented at SMIU as it has been formed according to the needs of the day and will benefit the students at large. At the same it was decided that that after seeing the ground realities at SMIU, new courses will be added to the syllabus of the university. These new general courses are included in the HEC’s policy: Arts and Humanities, Natural Sciences, Functional English, Expository Writing, Quantitative Reasoning, Islamic Studies (or) Religious Education/Ethics in lieu of Islamic Studies only for non-Muslim students, Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan, Applications of Information and Communication Technologies, Entrepreneurship and Civics and Community Engagement. The council was informed that the majority of these courses are being taught at SMIU.
The Academic Council resolved that the mode of implementation of modified curriculum for different departments will be finalized in the Board of Studies and Board of Faculties, then recommendations of these bodies will be placed before the next meeting of the Academic Council for final approval. The Academic Council formed a five-member committee that will look into some new courses that may be started at SMIU as per the policy of HEC. The committee will be comprised of Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan and Dr. Stephen John.
The Academic Council also resolved that at present SMIU shall continue its four-year degree program but in the future when required resources will be available at SMIU two-year associate degree program and a five-year degree program will be added. Vice Chancellor SMIU praised the new undergraduate policy of the HEC and termed it most important for grooming and learning of students. He also lauded the inclusion of the Field Experience/Internship of six to eight weeks as the mandatory degree awarding requirement. It was much needed for the learning of students as I had personally advocated for it on many forums in the country, Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said.
He directed the deans and chairpersons of SMIU to include field experience/internship in the syllabus of their respective departments and explore opportunities for students’ field work. He said SMIU will fully support students in their field work and will provide them with facilities whatsoever they are needed. He emphasized on the importance of strengthening linkages with private and public sector organizations and industries.
Dean Faculty of the Social Sciences Prof, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Advisor to the Vice Chancellor on Academic Affairs Prof. Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Dean Faculty of I.T. Prof. Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Assistant Professor Asif Hussain Samo and Assistant Professor Muhammad Naeem Ahmed also expressed their views on the HEC Policy in view of the present courses being taught at SMIU. Dr. Zaheeruddin Khan and Dr. Khalida Ghous, members of the SMIU’s Academic Council also shared their opinion about the policy.
September 12, 2023
The 12th meeting of the Academic Council of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai at the Senate Hall of the university. In a meeting, the Graduate and Postgraduate Studies Policy and the Examination Policy were both given unanimous approval by the Academic Council.
The university’s top academic body also decided that the formulation of the admissions and research policies would happen soon. The Academic Council approved changes in courses in different disciplines recommended by the Board of Studies and the Board of Faculty of different departments. The syllabus, especially in information technology, was upgraded according to the demands of the digital age. Close Player
The meeting was also informed that although the HEC has not revived its courses in the last many years, the SMIU shall upgrade its courses according to the requirements of the present day.
However, it was made clear that the changes in the courses would be made according to the guidelines of the Higher Education Commission. A No Objection Certificate will also be sought from the HEC to avoid problems that may face students in the future, the Academic Council resolved. The meeting resolved that there would be no compromise on quality education; rather, it would be improved with the passage of time. A four-member review committee was also constituted to look into matters related to the proposed changes to the syllabus. The members of the committee will be Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Prof. Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Prof. Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, and Mr. Furqan Iftikhar.
The minutes of the 11th Academic Council were also approved. The Academic Council decided that the Environmental Science Laboratory of SMIU will be made functional soon as it has received the certificate from the Sindh Environmental Protection Agency.
Two professors of SMIU, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh and Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, were nominated as members of the Affiliation Committee. Similarly, two more professors, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar and Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, were nominated as members of the discipline committee. Speaking in the meeting, Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said SMIU fulfills its responsibilities with dedication and has many achievements to its credit, especially in the areas of quality education and research.
He said besides the BS programs, SMIU is currently running six MS programs and six PhD programs in different disciplines. These programs will also be increased very soon. He further said SMIU is publishing seven research journals, and out of these three journals, three have been awarded the Y category by the HEC. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai praised the faculty for their sincerity towards teaching and the university. He also lauded the services of academic advisor Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan and Assistant Professor Asif Hussain Samo for making efforts for quality education and making the academic environment better. The vice chancellor also praised the services of deans, chairpersons, and other faculty members for making the SMIU one of the most modern universities in the country.
The vice chancellor highlighted the role of outgoing members of the Academic Council - Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan and Mr. Kamlesh Kumar, played during their tenure as members of the academic council. Similarly, he welcomed the newly elected members of the Academic Council – Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Mr. Muhammad Ameen Chhajro, Mr. Inayatullah Magsi and Mr. Abdul Majeed Pirzada.
In the meeting, the deans, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, and Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, gave presentations on the academic development of the university. Asif Hussain Samo said it was necessary for the university to form its essential policies and work accordingly. He further said SMIU was moving in the right direction, but we still have a lot to do for the betterment of the university. Deans, chairpersons of different departments, and heads of different administrative departments attended the meeting.
September 1, 2023
The speakers at the 139th foundation day celebration of Sindh Madressatul Islam (SMI) held at Sindh Madressah University on Friday paid great tribute to the founder of SMI Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi and highlighted services of SMI in bringing fundamental changes in Sindh in the end of 19th century and in the 20th century. They also said SMIU is still not stagnant but it is progressing and evolving with the passage of time.
Mr. Madad Ali Sindhi, Federal Education Minister in his presidential address said those persons who are torch bearers of the nation are alive. Likewise, the role of Hassanally Effendi is marvelous in founding a great institution- Sindh Madressatul Islam, that produced great leaders of the county including Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
The minister said although British did a good job in making Sindh a modern region but he, raising a question for historians said, he is still wonder that when British government established Bombay University, Kolkata University and Punjab University, then why they did not establish a university in Sindh? Adding to that Mr. Madad Ali Sindhi said in Sindh, at that time, Sindh Madressah, D.J. College, a college in Hyderabad, a college in Shikarpur and other schools and colleges were established by different communities privately.
He said that our young generation must be informed about Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi’s services and of such personalities. “I have also an association with Sindh Madressah as my father had received his education from SMI in 1913,” the minister said and added that he feels proud to be here at this historic institution.
He was of the view that we have forgotten Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi. Our scholars have ignored him too. He said the last abode of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi in Hyderabad was in most deplorable condition, when he had last seen. “I am also member of the Heritage Committee of Sindh, thus we have included the resting place of Effendi in the heritage and I also have said to Sindh Culture Department to work for its preservation,” Madad Ali Sindhi said.
Talking on standard of education in the country, the federal minister said that we have been lost the quality education on all levels, we must think on it. He informed that he has called an inter-provincial meeting of vice chancellors of the country next week. In it the matters related to education would be discussed.
The federal minister announced 500 copies of books of the Pakistan Book Foundation for the Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi Library of SMIU. He appreciated services of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai for organising the foundation day and inviting him.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his address said Hassanally Effendi has not been given due importance in the history as his role was bigger than many people because he founded the most modern educational institution that produced founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders of the land. The vice chancellor said almost all prominent persons one or other way have been linked with Sindh Madressah, because it is a pioneer modern Muslim institution of Sindh.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said we have upheld the legacy of Hassanally Effendy by developing SMIU as a modern university of the country. Highlighting the performance of SMIU he said three year ago there were only 1850 students at SMIU, now such figure has reached at 6000 students. Also SMIU’s budget has been increased from Rs.300 million to Rs.700 million in the last three years. He said SMIU also earning 46 percent of its budget from its resources. He thanked the guests who attended the event.
Turkish Consul General in Karachi Mr. Cemal Sangu said that Hassanally Effendi was the first Consul General of Ottoman Empire in Sindh at Karachi. He said “Effendi” and “Bey” are two highest civilian awards of Türkiye and that were given to Hassanally Effendi by the Sultan of Ottoman Empire. He further said there is a historic relation between Türkiye and Pakistan. Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Moulana Rumi and Allama Iqbal are strengthening the relation of two nations.
Dr. Tariq Rafi, Chairman Sindh HEC congratulated the vice chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai on organising the 139th foundation day. He also highlighted the role of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi in modern education in the region. “Sindh Madressah University has upheld the legacy of quality education of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi,” the chairman said.
Senator Javed Jabbar in his speech said although Hassanally Effendi had become orphan in his childhood, but he acquired education not only in Arabic and Persian but he learned English language, because he had a vision and was witness of the British rule over here. He said Englishmen were arrogant and racist but Hassanally Effendi earned their confidence through his abilities. He said second half of the 19th century was difficult for Muslims of British India, and that conditions pushed Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Hassanally Effendi to launch education movement in respective parts of the subcontinent.
Madam Mahtab Akbar Rashdi said it was the first time that Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi is being remembered on a big level. She said Hassanally Effendi was a great visionary who was loving his land and its people. He was not prejudice about any language, that is why he learned English and established English medium school- Sindh Madressatul Islam for Sindh’s people.
Dr. Subhash Babu, Chairman of Department of Social and Development Studies, SMIU and noted historian Prof. Aijaz Qureshi highlighted the social impact of SMI on Sindh’s society.
Earlier a cake cutting ceremony was held. Different groups of SMIU’s students presented theater, songs and tableaus. A documentary on life and struggle of Hassanally Effendi was also screened. Mr. Madad Ali Sindhi and Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai presented shields to the keynote speakers and guests of honour. The celebration was attended by dignitaries, writers, academicians, journalists, SMIU’s deans, chairperson, faculty, officers and students in a large number. Ms. Sundas Nisar conducted the event.
August 14, 2023
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, the Alma Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah celebrated the Independence of Pakistan with great national sprit and enthusiasm at its campus on Monday. Vic Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai hoisted the national flag and participated in the cake cutting ceremony.
The celebration was organised in the backdrop of the Main Building of SMIU, where addressing the faculty, staff and students Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah led the peaceful struggle by his wisdom, intellect, national spirit, maturity and tolerance and succeeded in getting a sovereign of Pakistan. He said our nation must go through the life of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah specially from 1935 to 1947, when he most effectively led the nation, did parlays with British rulers, other political parties and get passed Pakistan Resolution.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said that our generation was unaware about the conditions that were prevailing in pre Independence days. Also, we did not witness and observe physically that how our ancestors struggled for the independence, but we must realize that there were sacrifices of our ancestors behind the establishment of the sovereign state of Pakistan. Now it is our prime responsivity to make the country prosperous, progress, peaceful and developed.
Talking on the role of SMIU in independence movement, Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said that alumni of SMI had remained on the forefront of the independence movement and one of them was Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He also said that we should salute the founder of Sindh Madressatul Islam Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, that he established SMI that produced freedom fighters of Pakistan movement. He also said that there would also be hundreds of thousands of unsung heroes of SMI, who would have participated in the independence movement and then nation and country building, they must be remembered on this day.
He said that he has come to a small university - SMIU as its vice chancellor from a big university of Sindh- Agriculture University Tandojam, but he found SMIU a great university amongst all universities of the country in terms of its historic role that it played for the independence of Pakistan through its great alumni.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai congratulated the deans, faculty, staff members, heads of different department and specially the Directorate of the Students Affairs for organising this great event.
Earlier, students of SMI Model School and SMI University presented national songs and speeches on the various aspects of the Pakistan Movement.
SMI’s alumnus Mr. Mulla Ibrahim, his spouse, Deans Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Advisor on Academics, Registrar Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, chairpersons of different academic departments, heads of different administrative sections, Principal of SMI Model School Ms. Nabeela Kanwal, faculty and students of SMI University and SMIU Model School and staff members participated in the ceremony.
July 14, 2023
Sindh Madressatul University (SMIU) has decided to celebrate foundation day week in connection with the 139th foundation day of Sindh Madressatul Islam in the first week of September 2023.
This decision was taken in a meeting held here on Friday, July 14, 2023 at the university’s conference room. The meeting was chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai.
It was decided that during the one-week celebrations, a National
Seminar on Life, Struggle and Services of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi will be organised, where prominent scholars and intellectuals present their research papers on Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi.
The meeting also decided that during the celebrations students of SMIU would present theatre, sing national songs, recite poetry and participate in other events. Different committees were formed to organise the 139th foundation day’s celebrations.
Speaking in the meeting, Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said SMIU was going to organise a mega event to mark 139th Foundation Day of SMI, which was a matchless institute of the country as it had served the nation for the last 139 years. It has also largely and positively impacted on the people of Pakistan in many ways.
Paying great tribute to the founder of SMI Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, Dr. Sahrai said that Hassanally Effendi needed great recognition on the national level as he founded a great modern educational institute in 1885 that produced great leaders of the country including founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
The meeting was attended by Deans of SMIU Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh and Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academic Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Chairman Department of Social and Development Studies Dr. Subhash, Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director Students Affairs Dr. Asif Ali Wagan and Anwar Ali Abro.
March 9, 2023
Conclusion ceremony of the 1st Global Research Congress
The second and last day of the 1st SMIU Global Research Congress was full of activities. Besides technical sessions, panel discussions, concluding ceremony and then a music program held. The concluding ceremony was held on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium. The ceremony was addressed by Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Dr. Mehmet Emin Aydin, Senior Lecturer at the University of the West of England, UK, Dr. Mumtaz Ali Memon of NUST, Islamabad and Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, convener of the congress. Presenting report of the congress Dr. Zahid Ali Channar said about 2000 research scholars participated in the congress. During the congress 70 sessions were held at the university and 10 sessions were held online.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai in his concluding speech said it was huge and marathon congress that attracted a large number of research scholars from Pakistan and other countries, who presented their latest research works on environment, climate change, artificial intelligence, education, business, media and social development. They all came up with the conclusion that without research work no country will progress. Dr. Sahrai congratulated the organisers of the congress specially SMIU’s faculty that done a marvelous work under the leadership of Mr. Asif Hussain Samo.
Dr. Mehmet Emin Aydin said it was amazing event that gathered old to young scholars from other countries and from Pakistan. He found it most disciplined and systemic. Also, papers presented in the congress and international conferences were of high quality.
Dr. Mumtaz Ali Memon also appreciated the congress, vice chancellor, hospitality and stressed upon to organised such research congresses to strengthen research in the country.
On this occasion awards were given to organisers of the congress.
Before the concluding ceremony a number of technical sessions as well panel discussions were held on various places of the university. Some of them are given below:
Online Panel Discussion on “Media as a Catalyst for Social Change and Sustainable Development”
A technical session was held on the theme of “Media as a Catalyst for Social Change and Sustainable Development,” which was attended virtually by scholars from all over the world including Pakistan and students at SMIU. It was jointly organised by the Department of Social and Development Studies and Media and Communication Studies. It was chaired by Prof Dr. Donna from Lisley University, Massachusetts, USA and co-chaired by Associate professor Dr Subhash Babu from SMIU. Scholars from Malaysia, Pakistan and Canada presented their research papers on different issues.
Prof Dr Derrick from Algoma University, Ontario, Canada was a keynote speaker. In this session Dr. Derrick has said that world is rapidly changing and media has a crucial role to play. He said, social media is changing people's belief and ideas but at the same time the main stream media is not focusing on indigenous people’s issues. In the last, Dr. Donna concluded the session. She appreciated the researchers who presented their papers. She said, in current world, overall the role of popular media is not good. She said unfortunately main stream media is becoming more commercial and not highlighting the real issues of humanity.
Panel discussions on “Reimagining our Futures Together: A New Social Contract for Sustainable Education”
The academicians and research scholars have said that new technologies have brought multiple challenges for teachers, students, policy makers and community as well. Thus, curriculum must be prepared according to the standards of the day and teachers should be updated about the changing occurring in science, education and social sectors. They said this during a panel discussion held on “Reimagining our Futures Together: A New Social Contract for Sustainable Education,” on the second and last day of the 1st SMIU Global Research Congress at SMIU.
Dr Shahida Sajjad, Vice Chancellor Metropolitan University Karachi said our curriculum should address issues emerging from technological development, students should understand social responsibility and evaluation process and quality of education should be improved. She said students should not be competitors to each other, but they must be cooperative. Her was of the view that we must respect diversity and the social justice must prevail.
Dr. Bushra Khurram, Assistant Professor of University of Karachi said vision, planning and care are necessary to face the challenges. She said students should be aware about things related to knowledge, attitude and conditions of the country.
Dr. Najamunisa of SZABIST, Karachi said we are facing climate change and economic crisis, but the sustainable education is all about promoting global citizenship and there is a global economy. Now learner has become global learner. Hence keeping these things in mind we should improve teaching mythology. She said the basic challenge is curriculum reforms and teaching community must change their mindset, as they still believe in outdated and old thoughts and practices.
Dr. Anjum Bano of Iqra University Karachi said teachers and students are not aware about sustainable goals of education, hence students, teachers and community must be introduced with them. Mr. Ajab Ali Lashari, lecturer of SMIU moderated the session,
Panel Discussion on Need of Policy Reforms to Promote Sustainable and Innovative Business Practices
Talking in a session of “Need of Policy Reforms to Promote Sustainable and Innovative Business Practices,” Mr. Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, Group Head of Compliance Meezan Bank said we must promote local industry and local manufacturing, without it, we couldn’t progress. He further said the business leaders are not adopting new technologies, hence most challenges are coming from them. He was of the view that whenever a ban or restrictions are imposed then our business community is changing their attitude and mode of working.
Dr. Shujaat Mubarak, Dean CBM, IOBM said in our country manufacturing is not promoted. This is why, there is no sustainable manufacturing in Pakistan. He feared that in coming few years our textile industry will pass through more difficult days and its major parts have been shifted to Bangladesh. He said we are importing used electronic material including computers from other countries and when these are become out of order after a little bit usage, then they are burst, that is producing diseases including cancer specially in Karachi city.
Mr. Sarfraz Ahmed Khan, a country head of a private food company said in the pandemic era, some food companies that were relying on other countries for their material lost their business completely and other companies, that were relying on their indigenous sources, grown. He said food sector in our country is growing but there is an issue of quality food. Therefore, food companies must provide quality food to their customers.
Dr. Jamshed Adil, Dean of SMIU said our businessmen are failed to adopt new technologies. Hence industry must accept challenges of the world. Mr. Naeem Ahmed Lecturer of SMIU was the moderator.
Panel Discussion on “Role of Human Rights in Social Inclusion and Women Empowerment”
The panelists talking on human rights in a session held on “Role of Human Rights in Social Inclusion and Women Empowerment” said there are laws about child Labour, child marriages and women rights but these are not implemented. They said women should be considered as a human being, not only women and she must be treated like a woman. Also, trans genders should also be given equal rights. Mr. Ayub Khoso, Member Sindh Human Rights Commission, Mr. Iqbal Ahmed Detho, Human Rights Expert, Ms. Kami Sid, Transgender Rights Activist and Ms. Marvi Awan, Member Provincial Human Rights Vigilance Committee, Human Rights Department, Government of Sindh were among the panelists.
March 8, 2023
A two-day 1st SMIU Global Research Congress held at Sindh Madressatul Islam University from Wednesday to Thursday March 8-9, 2023. Mr. Saeed Ghani, provincial minister, Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, Dr. Amjad Siraj, Vice Chancellor of Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Turkish Consul General in Karachi, Mr. Cemal Sangu, Sindh HEC Chairman Dr. Tariq Rafi, Dr. Mehmet Emin Aydin, Senior Lecturer at the University of the West of England, UK, Dr. Moosa Salim Moosa Alkharosi of Oman University and Mr. Javed Memon, Regional Director Sindh HEC inaugurated the 1st Global Research Congress and five International Conferences at the Sir Shahnawaz Auditorium.
Addressing the congress provincial minister, Mr. Saeed Ghani said this is the first congress of its kind where five international conferences have been organized. He said the Global Research Congress covers most modern challenges to society, including green energy, environment/climate change, sustainable development, artificial intelligence, media, management, business leadership, education, and linguistics.
“Universities are nurseries of new knowledge, and it is always a pleasure to be with the brains of the country at different events organized by institutions,” the minister said and added that he congratulates and appreciates the organizing committee of the congress and the Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai for putting in their efforts to organize this mega event.
Mr. Saeed Ghani said he would appreciate it if the organizing committee of the congress would forward the recommendations of the congress on different key issues related to climate change, education, green energy, sustainable development, media, and artificial intelligence to the Government of Sindh, The Government of Sindh shall support those recommendations and their relevant implementation.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai giving background of the congress said when we recovered from Covid-19, then focused on research and this congress and international conferences are also part of the said objective. He said at present SMIU publishes seven research journals and faculty is doing a qualitative research work.
He said SMIU students’ population has increased threefold, from 1800 to 6000, in the last two years, which shows people’s trust in the institution’s education system. Additionally, the university has obtained projects of a Youth Development Center from HEC and National Incubation Centers through Punjab I.T. Board, which are crucial facilities for the university and will contribute towards producing refined quality youth for the country’s ever-growing human resource needs.
Mr. Cemal Sangu, Turkish Consul General in Karachi said Turkiye has offered scholarships to SMIU’s students and one for its faculty. He said SMIU has old relations with Turkiye as its founder Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi had supported Turkiye in the Ottoman empire and Russian war. That is why, Turkiye had given titles of “Effendi” and “Bey” to Hassanally Effendi. He said without research work no nation could progress and develop.
March 1, 2023
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, on Wednesday, organised a condolence ceremony to express solidarity with the people of Turkiye in wake of heavy human loss in the recent earthquake. The ceremony was held at SMIU’s auditorium and was attended by Turkish Consul General in Karachi Mr. Cemal Sangu. Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, deans, chairpersons, faculty, staff members and students presented flowers in the respect of innocent persons who lost their lives in the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria.
Turkish Consul General in Karachi Cemal Sangu, Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, faculty members, staff and students presented flowers in the respect of victims who lost their lives in the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria.
On this occasion, SMIU announced to donate one-day salary of its employees of 17 and above grades for Turkiye.
The Turkish envoy Cemal Sangu, speaking at the occasion, expressed deep sorrow and grief on a vast scale human casualties and destruction in Turkiye and vowed, “Although it is the most difficult time for our nation but we are resilient and determined to rebuild our country.”
He said the Turkish nation had a very special bond with SMIU due to the close relations of its founder Khan Bahadur Hassan Ali Effendi with Turkiye.
Recalling his recent visit to SMIU and decision taken in a meeting with the Vice Chancellor for working together in area of education, Cemal Sangu said that he had not imagined that he shall come soon to SMIU to attend a condolence meeting organised for his countrymen.
He said that on the very first day of the earthquake, a large number of people of Pakistan had visited the Turkish Consulate in Karachi to show solidarity and expressed their deep grief for human loss in Turkiye.
“We, our entire nation and the government of Turkiye are thankful to the people of Pakistan, especially SMIU for extending their support towards us,” Turkish CG said and added that the emotional support of Pakistan’s people was their strength.
Vice-chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said that the day of 6th February was a catastrophic one for Turkiye and it would be remembered as a disastrous day in world history due to heavy human losses due to the earthquake.
He said that the world was changing rapidly due to the climate change and in the last year many parts of the country particularly Sindh had affected by disastrous rains and floods. Climate change might cause such natural disasters in future as well so comprehensive efforts were required for disaster risk reduction, he stressed.
Earlier, Wafa Mansoor Buriro on behalf of SMIU’s faculty expressed deep condolence with the Turkish Consul General and the people of Turkiye. In-charge Director of Works and Services Shairan Najeeb and students of the university also expressed solidarity with the people of Turkiye through their speeches.
Feb 28, 2023
The sixth meeting of Senate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University was held at SMIU’s Senate Hall on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Mr. Muhammad Ismail Rahoo, Provincial Minister for Universities and Boards presided over the meeting. Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai and other members of the Senate including Dr. A.Q. Mughal, Mr. Shahzad Mahmood, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepota, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Malook Rind, Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Ms. Quratulain Nazeer Ahmed, Mr. Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, Mr. Mushtaq Muhammad Gopang, Register Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, deans, chairpersons, heads of various sections and faculty members of SMIU attended the meeting.
The minutes and actions taken on the decisions of 5th Senate, meeting were confirmed. A resolution was passed on the Annual Budget Estimated for the fiscal year of 2022-23 and the revised budget of fiscal year of 2021-22.
The Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai informed the Senate that government of Sindh has allocated Rs.292 million as a Grant-in-aid for the fiscal year of 2022-23. In this regard the vice chancellor lauded the role of Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, Minster for Universities and Boards Mr. Mohammad Ismail Rahoo, Secretary Universities and Boards Mr. Muhammad Mureed Rahimoon and other officials of Sindh Government for their support. Adding to it, he said SMIU is needed more funds as it is an expanding university, which had planned to launch different development projects.
He also informed the Senate that SMIU is bearing expenditure of about 90 million rupees of SMIU’s Model School annually. Hence, to get separate budget for the SMIU Model School, the matter is with the provincial department of education and literacy. The vice chancellor hoped that the SMIU will be given separate budget for its School in the next fiscal year of 2023-24.
Mr. Muhammad Ismail Rahoo said that he shall take efforts to get the matter resolved, because he conserved an important part of SMIU.
The report of construction of two buildings i.e. I.T. Tower and SMIU Model Schools’ building in the city campus was presented and it was said that these buildings were constructed from SMIU’s own reserved funds. Similarly, the Senate was informed about the construction work of the Malir Campus.
It was also said that since the last two years, SMIU has progressed a lot in the field of research. Seven research journals are being published and out of them two have received Y- category from the HEC Pakistan. Thus, it was decided that the financial assistance for research work will be sought from national and international organizations.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai informed the Senate that SMIU is going to organise a mega research event titled 1st Global Research Congress on 8th and 9th March 2023, that will boost the research culture in the country.
In the Senate it was decided that study visits for students within the country and abroad will be started at amid to give them exposure of the world. Some members raised questions on the leadership program initiated by the former management of the university, and in their response it was decided that a committee will be formed to look into the matter.
The Senate members lauded role of Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai playing for progress and development of SMIU.
Minister Mohammad Ismail Rahoo also gave his observations in the meeting and appreciated the services of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai. He said SMIU being a historic educational institution is on the priority of the Government of Sindh, and he personally takes keen interest in its development.
Feb 7, 2023
Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai and Vice Chancellor of Ilma University Dr. Mansoor Uz Zafar Dawood signed a MoU at a simple ceremony held on February 7, 2023 at SMIU’s Conference Room. Both the vice chancellors agreed to jointly work in multiple areas of education and training including organizing joint national and international conferences, exchange of faculty and students and initiate joint short courses for students. They said a certificate with signatures of both universities will be given to participants of the courses.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai while talking in the MoU signing ceremony said we have to fill the gap that prevails in private and public sector academic institutions. “We can’t work in isolation, but can generate good results by extending cooperation to each other,” Dr. Sahrai said and added this is a time to use public and private resources jointly for benefit of younger generation. He was of the view that we also have to sign MoI (memorandum of implementation) as it has been generally observed that MoUs doesn’t serve actual purpose, but have become a formal activity, now we have to act upon the agreed points. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai suggested that we should start our joint working from bottom level and do the minor things first, then move to the big projects.
Dr. Mansoor ul Zafar Dawood said we believe in cooperation not in competition, hence our cooperation is necessary for benefit of students and faculty of both the universities. Appreciating the role of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai for promotion of higher education, he said this agreement between two very important universities is a start of a new era for them, which ultimately benefit SMIU and Ilma University. He also suggested that we shall prepare a calendar for cooperation in a year.
Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC of SMIU and Mr. Mr. Fawwad Mehmood Butt, Director, Quality Assurance and Liaison of Ilma University also signed a MoU for mutual cooperation.
The ceremony was attended by deans and others officials of SMIU and Ilma University including Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Jamshed Halepoto, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh and Ms. Uzma Batool and Ms. Sajida Qureshi, Deputy Director, Quality Assurance and Liaison of Ilma University. Souvenirs were also exchanged on the occasion.
Feb 7, 2023
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) visited Turkish Consulate General in Karachi on Tuesday, where he met with Turkish Consul General Mr. Cemal Sangu. During the meeting with Mr. Cemal Sangu, Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai expressed deep sorrows on heavy loss of human lives in earthquake in Türkiye and said Türkiye is our brethren country, hence we consider loss of human lives in Türkiye as ours.
Dr. Sahrai said Pakistan, specially Sindh Madressatul Islam University has historical relations with Türkiye as Turkish government had given titles of “Effendi,” and “Bey” to the founder of SMI Khan Bahadur Hassanally in 19th century on his friendly relations with Türkiye and for his services in the field of education. That is why, the said natural catastrophe in Türkiye has also jolted people of Pakistan. Dr. Sahrai also wrote his views in the condolence book kept at Consulate General.
Feb 5, 2023
The Alma-Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah- Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) observed Kashmir Day in solidarity with Kashmiri people for their right to self- determination, on February 5,2023. In this respect a rally was took out from the main campus, which was led by deans of various faculties including Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Director Students Affairs Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Controller of Examinations Mr. Furqan Iftikhar and chairpersons of different departments.
SMIU Officials, faculty members and other employees participated in the rally in a large number, The rally went from Main Building of SMIU to Aiwan-e-Tijarat Road and Hasrat Mohani Road. Then it entered in the premises of SMIU from the Talpur House and culminated at the Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi Library of SMIU.
On this occasion Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences said that Kashmiri people of occupied Kashmir are being meted out with brutality by the hands of India forces as they just want their right of self-determination. “Since the last 76 years’ Kashmiri people are demanding their right, but Indian forces have imposed an unending war upon them,” Dr. Channar said and demanded that the UNO, Muslim world and other developed countries should come forward to get resolved the Kashmir dispute and people of Kashmir must be given their right of self-determination according to the UNO resolutions.
Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Halepoto, Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani and Mr. Furqan Iftikhar also shared their views and demanded that atrocities committing by Indian forces in occupied Kashmir must be stopped and the right must be given to Kashmiris to decide about their destiny.Feb 1, 2023
The Research and Innovation Division of Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan in collaboration with the Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi organized a two-day capacity building workshop for officials of ORIC and editors of research journals of Universities of Sindh on January 31st and February 1st at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU. During the workshop trainers talked on HEC’s recognition policy of research journals, funding for them, upgradation, review process and their quality enhancement.
Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai presided over the last and concluding session of the workshop, where in his speech he said this kind of capacity building workshops promote quality of research work and strengthen research culture in universities. “Besides quality teaching, research work serves as a backbone of universities, thus it must be given priority. Also, research journals are very important to get published research work of academia,” the Vice Chancellor concluded.
Jan 5, 2023
Mr. Cemal Sangu, Consul General of Türkiye has said that relations of Pakistan and Türkiye are very much friendly and Turkish government is trying to strengthen these brotherly relationships more strong.
He expressed these views during a meeting, he held with Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, deans and other officials of the university on Thursday at the Conference Room of SMIU, during his visit to SMIU.
Mr. Cemal Sangu said people of Pakistan especially of Sindh are of mystic thoughts. This land of Sindh has a number of prominent mystic poets like Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. Similarly, people of Türkiye are believers of Sufism and we have also saint-poet Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi. Hence, we are working to bring people of Sindh and other provinces of Pakistan close to Turkish people for spreading love and harmony in the world.
Tracing relationship of Sindh with Türkiye, he said founder of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Hassanally Effendi had strong relations with Türkiye’s Ottoman rulers. That is why he was given titles of “Bey” and “Effendi” by Sultan of Türkiye in the 19th century. “Government of Türkiye feels proud on the services of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Bye Effendi, rendered for promotion of modern education in Sindh by establishing the great institute of Sindh Madressatul Islam,” the Consul General said and added that the Turkish government with the collaboration of Department of Culture and antiquities of government of Sindh is working to restore the home place and tomb of Hassanally Effendi located in Hyderabad City. “There was no proper care and cleanness at the home and last resting place of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi. Even there was a narrow street leading there, no vehicle could pass from it. This is why, our team members went there by foot,” he said and maintained that we have requested the commissioner of Hyderabad for clearing the street that leads to Effendi’s home.
Mr. Cemal Sangu announced one PhD scholarship for a student of SMIU in Turkey’s University of Ankara or University of Istanbul. “This first scholarship will be given to a female student of SMIU on poverty cum merit bases. The SMIU shall nominate its deserving candidate for the scholarship. He said this scholarship will be given to SMIU student every year due to the association of its founder Hassanally Effendi’s relationship with Türkiye.
He further said Turkish government had given 128 scholarships to Pakistan’s students for undergraduate, graduate and post graduate programs, last year. Therefore, students of Pakistan must be encouraged to avail these opportunities.
Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai lauded the offer of Turkish Consul General for giving a scholarship to SMIU’s student for PhD. He said SMIU will open a Rumi Chair in SMIU and Turkish Corner, where information about Türkiye’s history, literature, culture and education will be available for SMIU’s students. Dr. Sahrai also said SMIU will support a scholar who will conduct research on the relations of Hassanally Effendi with Ottoman Empire.
Mr. Khalil Ibrahim Basaran, TIKA Karachi Program Coordinator talked on the projects of TIKA in Sindh and said we are working to support the people of Sindh as they are Sufi from their core of heart. In this respect we are arranging Turkish language classes here also. Documentaries on SMIU and TIKA were also screened on the occasion. On the occasion, Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai gave away shields and Ajrak as a gift to the guests. They also presented a souvenir to the Vice Chancellor.
The meeting was attended by deans of SMIU Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Halepoto, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Advisor to Vice Chancellor Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh and Ms. Uzma Batool, Additional Director Planning & Development.
Later on Counsel General visited Jinnah museum along with Vice Chancellor of SMIU and other officials, where he shown keen interest in relics of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali, Hassanally Effendi and other alumni of SMIU. He also offered that they will translate the certificate which had been given to Hassanally Effendi by Turkish government and which are written in Turkish language.
The Turkish Consul General visited other sections of the university including Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, I.T. Tower and incubation center.
Jan 3, 2023
Former Federal Minister and Chairman of Water Environment Forum Pakistan Mr. Nisar Ahmed Memon has said Pakistan’s contribution in greenhouse gas emission is less than one percentage but it suffers a lot from climate changes and for which mainly the superpower countries are responsible. He said this during a lecture delivered on “Coastal Climate Change Challenges” at Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Tuesday.
Referring to the floods of 2010 and rains and floods of 2022 Mr. Memon said UN rated 2010 floods as ‘greatest humanitarian crisis in the recent history.’ Also UN General Secretary António Guterres during his visit to Sindh province of Pakistan in the month of September 2022 termed the 2022 floods in Pakistan as ‘unimaginable damage,’ caused by record monsoon rains, glacier melt and floods.’’
He further said Pakistan ranks 76th in 107 countries on the Global Food Security index and Pakistan’s current water availability is less than 1100 cubic meters per person.
He said Pakistan’s coastline is spread on 1,000 km, and out of which 250 km are in Sindh and 750 are km in Balochistan. This coastal area is very important for the country specially in terms of its economic development, but todays our sea from Karachi city is most polluted.
“The Indus irrigation system was a large irrigation system in the world, hence it needs attention of the concerned authorities,” Mr. Nisar Ahmed Memon said and added that in Sindh natural waterways are currently under occupation, hence during the floods and heavy rains people met out with heavy loss of properties and human lives, therefore, natural waterways must be restored. Mr. Nisar Ahmed Memon was of the view that Indus delta is enrich with mangrove forests and other hidden treasures, hence sweet water is needed for its ecosystem.
Talking on the Pakistan Vision 2025 he suggested key goals for responding to climate change. In this respect he said design water, food and energy security policies and plans with specific reference to climate change challenges, recognition of relevant risks and implementation of mitigation and adaptation strategies and promoting long term sustainability, conservation and protection of natural resources are needed.
He advised the students of SMIU to formulate a forum, through which they could aware the masses about environmental changes. He thanked to Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai for inviting him for the lecture.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said SMIU has started a Popular Lecture Series of lectures by scholars on very important issues facing the world and this was the first lecture of the series. He said we have huge energy in the form of youth, to whom we should use for betterment of the environment. He said the present day world has great threat from global warming and environmental changes, hence the world leaders must give priority to it for saving the planet of earth.
Earlier Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani presented welcome address and thanked the guest for delivering the lecture. On the occasion Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai gave away shield to Mr. Nisar Ahmed Memon. Deans, chairpersons, faculty, registrar, director finance, staff members and students attended the lecture.
Dec 12, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), Karachi and Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on academic cooperation on December 14, 2022 at the conference room of SMIU. The MoU was signed by Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor Islamia University of Bahawalpur.
In the MoU it was decided that cooperation will be extended between the Department of Environmental Sciences of SMIU and the Institute of Agro-Industry and Development of the IUB. Both the universities agreed upon to develop collaborative activities in the academic areas of mutual interest, on the basis of equality and reciprocity. The areas of cooperation would be faculty and students exchange program, joint academic and research activities, joint arrangement and participation in research conferences, lectures, seminars, symposia, short-term academic programs and academic meetings, joint research activities/joint research projects, to facilitate the exchange of academic materials and research publications and joint initiatives for establishment of entrepreneurial eco-system. It was decided that the MoU shall remain in force for a period of three years, and that will be extended by mutual consent.
Dr. Ghulam Hassan Abbasi, Director Institute of Agro-Industry and Environment of IUB, Dr. Imran Ali, Chairman Department of Environmental Sciences, SMIU, Dr Abdul Hafeez Khan, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academic Affairs, Dr. Aamir Iqbal, Umrani, Director-ORIC, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of IT, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences and other officials were present on the occasion.
Later on, Vice Chancellor of Islamia University of Bahawalpur Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob visited Jinnah Museum, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, TV and Radio Studios, Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi Library, Allama I.I. Kazi Library and IT Tower of SMIU.
Dec 13, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which has an honour being the Alma Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, organised a cultural day with the title of “Colors of Pakistan: Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity” on Tuesday at SMIU.
Students had set up five different cultural halls in the premises of varsity representing culture of each province of Pakistan as: Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Cultural relics including traditional food, fabrics, furniture, musical instruments, cot, relhi, Ajrak, topi, handicrafts and other things were displayed in the halls.
All students were clad in cultural dresses. This is why, amazing colors of our whole cultural identities of provinces of Pakistan had made SMIU most beautiful and colorful. Life was seemed live during this festivity at SMIU.
Mr. Mohammad Ismail Rahoo, Provincial Minister of Sindh’s Universities and Boards along with Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai inaugurated the event, which was organised by Directorate of Students Affairs and Counselling (DSA) of SMIU.
Thereafter, while addressing the moot at SMIU’s Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, Rahoo said people living on both sides of Indus River in Pakistan, from Kashmir to Arabian Sea, do possess same culture of Indus Valley Civilization, that now brings closer to all people of Pakistan to each other. He said our culture and civilization is combined product of people since centuries.
The minister opined that ancient Ved were written on banks of Indus River and now spirit and enthusiasm of students shown during their performance on their respective cultural songs shows that our young generation is closely associated with their culture that will benefit country in many areas including promoting harmony in the country.
Mohammad Ismail Rahoo was of the view that presently we are passing through difficult days, but our culture, cultural values and centuries old traditions are binding us with each other in our joyful and sorrowful times.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor SMIU in his speech said cultural diversity enhances tolerance, love and brotherhood in the society. Therefore, it was essential for SMIU to promote cultural diversity through this kind of events as young generation is the best ambassador of the culture. Dr. Sahrai said Sindh inherits a great civilization of Indus Valley and amazingly, we all including experts of archeology found specially drainage system of Mohen Jo Daro better than today’s constructions, during recent torrential rains.
Dr. Sahrai said five thousand years ago, our people had introduced agriculture in the world. Besides, peace is our culture as no weapon was found from Mohen Jo Daro, instead, a dancing girl was found from it. Therefore, young generation must show love for their culture that brings us together.
He expressed gratitude to Mr. Mohammad Ismail Rahoo on attending the event. Similarly, he praised the role of DSA’s Director Dr Asif Ali Wagan and his team for organising the most beautiful event. Dr. Sahrai praised the performance of students too.
Earlier, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director DSA in his welcome address thanked Mr. Mohammad Ismail Rahoo and Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai for supporting and gracing the event by their presence. He said the basic objective of organising this event was to spray message of love and brotherhood in the country through cultural diversity, which is a need of the hour.
Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Registrar, presented vote of thanks.
Before it, students of SMIU performed on tableaus depicting respective cultures of all provinces of Pakistan.
The cultural day was attended by deans, heads of various departments, faculty and students in a large number.
November 24, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Syndicate while appreciating the role of Government of Sindh for supporting SMIU, has resolved that although the provincial government of Sindh has provided sufficient funds to the university during fiscal year of 2022-23, but it needs more financial support as it could carry out research and development work to meet its requirements according to the needs of the day.
These views were expressed in the 27th meeting of SMIU Syndicate, which was held on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at the Conference Room of the university under the chair of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor.
The Syndicate members said due to the financial constraints, just ten years old SMI University needs expansion in many areas, and without financial support it fails to accomplish projects which it intends to start.
Mr. Muhammad Mureed Rahimoon, Secretary Universities and Boards Department praised the role of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor SMIU for running the university according to the rules and regulations and giving emphasis on academic and research. Other members of the Syndicate also praised the services of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai rendering for SMIUs’ development and said that since his tenure of about two years the SMIU has emerged as one the best higher educational institutions of the country. They hoped that the SMIU will be made more strengthened in coming days.
The members of the SMIU Syndicate as Mr. Muhammad Mureed Rahimoon, Secretary Universities and Boards, Haji Muhammad Hanif Tayab, National Advisory Group Member, Dr. A.Q Mughal, a representative of Sindh HEC, Prof. Abdul Bari Khan, CEO and founder of the Indus Hospital Network, Mr. Shahzad Mahmood, eminent person, nominated by the Chief Minister Sindh, Mr. Kamal Siddiqui, Director News, Recorder Television Network, Prof. Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepota, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Malook Rind, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Ms. Quratulain Nazir Ahmed, Mr. Muhammad Naeem Ahmed, Mr. Mushtaq Ahmed Gopang and Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh of SMIU attended the meeting.
Nov 3, 2022
Academicians and prominent industrialists of the city have said that academia and industry must work together to produce entrepreneurs who could lead the nation and the country for development in this most competitive world.
These views were expressed on the occasion of the Entrepreneurship Youth Conference organized by Entrepreneurs Den in collaboration with the Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Thursday, November 3, 2022 in its auditorium.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor SMIU said there is no lack of talented youth in the country, but for getting support from them the industrial class and businessmen should come forward and invest youth talent in their respective areas of business and trade for the progress of the country. “Receive the students as customers and send out them as quality products,” Dr. Sahrai said and added that since the last twenty years universities have been changed in the priorities and now these are giving preference to market oriented courses.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said we have to learn from natural disasters as Covid-19 has made the glob digitalized and floods and torrential rains of the current year have compelled us to think that how one can work in these conditions. He stressed upon the faculty of SMIU to send students to different industrial zones as they could physically observe manufacturing process there.
Mr. Faraz ur Rehman, President Korangi Association of Trade and Industry said his family entered in business in 1964 and faced major crises but they never abandoned their struggle but worked hard that brought success for them in later days. He said those children can be succeeded in life that starts business after matriculation examination.
Prominent entrepreneur Tania said when she was entered in the field of entrepreneurship her parents didn’t permit her to do so, but she was determined to achieve some goals in life through entrepreneurship, and she achieved that. She suggested students must set their goals clear and move ahead with determination.
Mr. Junaid Naqi, CEO of Prestige Apparel advised students that they must be positive in all aspects of life, without positive thinking no one succeed. He said youth is in majority in our country hence it should be engaged in business instead of giving free hand to remain engaged in in Tik Tok activities.
Mr. Abdullah Akhtar, CEO of Schole International Academy said young people must believe in their abilities and knowledge that would be main factor of their success.
Chairperson of Department of Business Administration of SMIU Dr. Saima Tabassum also shared her views and urged upon students to learn from the experiences of successful persons who have attended the conference. Earlier, Dean Dr. Jamshed Adil welcomed the guests and said SMIU works on the line to bring closer to industry and academia and this conference was also a part of such efforts.
Mr. Hamza Tabbani, ECO of Tabbani Group, Ms. Ayesha Motiwala, CEO Motiwala, Mr. Bilal Talib, CEO California Real Estate and Builders and other prominent industrialists, SMIU’s Deans, chairpersons, directors, sectional heads, faculty and staff members and students attended the conference.
In the end, the souvenirs were exchanged.
Oct 26, 2022
Chairman Higher Education Commission of Pakistan Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed along with Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai and Sindh HEC Chairman Dr. Tariq Rafi inaugurated Allama I.I. Kazi Library at IT Tower of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Wednesday.
Thereafter, he addressed the inaugural ceremony, which was held at the Allama I.I. Kazi Library where he said that quality of higher education in Pakistan has improved, but still there is a long way to go and invest more quality into it. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed said we couldn’t compete with those universities of the world that are established hundreds of years ago, while our most universities are established within the period of 75 years. The HEC Chairman maintained that the universities of other countries that are ranked as top world universities enjoy highest budget. “Budget of a high ranked university of developed country is almost equal to the budget of our all universities of the country,” Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed said and added that despite that fact our universities are producing highly successful students that are competing on the world level. A large number of our students have been succeeded in getting scholarships of European countries.
HEC Chairman praised the role of provincial government of Sindh for allocating 15 billion rupees for higher education in Sindh and said other provinces should also allocate some amount for higher education in their respective institutions.
He further said after Covid-19 the torrential rains and floods our nation is suffering a lot. Therefore, we are trying to cut our expenditures and support affected people. He said HEC has decided that fees of two semesters and hostel expenditure will not be charged from the students of affected families. “This process has been delayed a little bit as students belonging to non-affected families have also applied for support, that is why some time has wasted in scrutiny of students,” The HEC chairman said and urges the students of whose families who are not affected that they should not apply for support and didn’t usurp right of real affected students.
Praising the role of SMIU, HEC Chairman said SMIU has emerged as one of the quality universities of the country. Also, it inherits many distinctions as it has been Alma-Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who had bequeathed one third of his residual property to SMIU. He also praised the role of SMIU’s Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai and said he is striving for the development and quality education of SMIU. He announced every possible support to SMIU.
Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai in his address thanked the Chairman HEC Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Chairman Sindh HEC Dr. Tariq Rafi and other guests for gracing the event. Talking about SMIU Dr. Sahrai said students’ population is increasing during every admission process at SMIU, because besides quality education SMIU offers those courses which are being offered by best private universities. He said, apart from adding a new academic block of IT Tower, now SMIU has added third library named Allama I.I. Kazi Library to it. “Allama I.I. Kazi was alumnus of SMI, founder Vice Chancellor of University of Sindh and a great scholar of the country,” Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said and added, that is why SMIU has paid a great tribute to him in the form of this modern library.
On the occasion Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai gave away shields to the chairman HEC and other guests. Advisor to Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Deans Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepota, Registrar Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Liberian Mr. Shahnawaz Mahessar and Additional Liberian Ms. Mahjabeen Ali also presented souvenirs to the guests.
Dr. Tariq Rafi, Chairman Sindh HEC, Regional Director HEC Karachi Javed Ali Memon, Prof Dr Ghulam Raza Bhatti, Vice Chancellor of Shaikh Ayaz University, Shikarpur, deans, chairpersons, sectional heads and other officials attended the program.
Oct 19, 2022
A newly constructed seven floor building of Information Technology Tower (IT Tower) has been added to Sindh Madressatul Islam University. It has twelve classrooms, four computer labs, seventeen rooms for faculty on ground floor, three executive centre rooms, incubation centre and a library.
The IT Tower building is located in premises of SMIU near the SMIU Model School.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor SMIU, inaugurated IT Tower on Tuesday. Later on, while addressing the participants Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said there was a need of more academic blocks for SMIU as enrollment of students was increasing during every admission process, while there was insufficient space for academic activities.
Now this building will accommodate a sizeable number of students.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said we are living in the age of information technology, hence our young generation must be given education of information technology, computer science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, data science and cyber security as they could compete with the world.
“When I had joined SMIU as a Vice Chancellor two years ago, the building of IT Tower was incomplete, then I took special efforts for its completion, now it is complete and fully functional,” the Vice Chancellor said. He praised the role of Dean Faculty of I.T. Dr Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academic Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Director Works and Services Parvez Ali Bhutto and others for making the I.T. Tower functional.
October 5, 2022
Prof. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the development and economic growth of a country and a nation is directly linked with the literacy rate of a country and teachers plays a decisive role in it.
He said this while addressing the World Teacher’s Day celebration organised by the Department of Education in collaboration with the Directorate of Students Affairs and Counselling of SMIU at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university on Wednesday.
Dr. Sahrai said almost 99 percent of developed countries have achieved their prosperity and progress due to their increased literacy rate. “Teachers must be given their due status, respect and value, as they are producing learned people who are contributing towards the development of the country,” the Vice Chancellor said and added that if we have to go shoulder to shoulder with the developed world then we have to give importance to a teacher and education.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said teachers are game changers, hence they could change the destiny of a nation and shape a new civilized society through imparting quality education to young generations. He was of the view that he feels proud being a teacher and his father Mr. Taj Sahrai, a noted archaeologist, historian, who has received Pride of Performance Award was also a teacher and founder of the Talibul Moala School Dadu.
Praising the role of SMIU’s teachers the Vice Chancellor said since the establishment of SMI in the 19th century, its teachers have played very significant role in transformation of the society and they have produced great personalities including founder of Pakistan Quaid-e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Dr. Sahrai opined that each and every person of the country must think about his/her role and also teachers must think about their role. He was of the opinion that we have to work for capacity building of primary teachers, then we can improve learning process of students up to higher education level.
Dr. Jamshed Halepoto, Dean Faculty of Business Administration, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Director Post Graduate Studies, Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC, Ms. Khushboo, and Mr. Ajab Ali Lashari, Lecturer SMIU also spoke on the occasion. Students highlighted the role of a teacher through theater, songs and speeches.
On the occasion souvenirs were presented to the Vice Chancellor and teachers of the university.
September 23, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and the Voices Against Tobacco (VAT) has signed an MoU at amid to initiate dialogue and debate among the students of the varsity about importance of tobacco control. In this respect the MoU signing ceremony was held at the I.T. Tower of the university on Friday, September 23, 2022.
Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC, SMIU and Mr. Majid Soomro, Program Manager for Lung Health Program, Community Health Directorate of Indus Hospital and Health Network signed the MoU.
On that occasion Dr. Umrani expressed his views about the hazards of tobacco and said that SMIU will fully support the cause of spreading awareness among youth of the society as it considers its responsibility to try to guide young generation about fatal habit of usage of tobacco. “We have to save our young generation from tobacco as it destroys lives specially of young people;” Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani concluded. Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director Students Affairs and Counselling was also present on the occasion.
September 9, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and Leverify signed an MoU for Job and trainings to the SMIU students. Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director Students Affairs and Counseling, SMIU and Mr. Zaka-Ul-Mustafa, from Leverify, signed the MoU at a ceremony held at the conference room of the varsity. The ceremony was attended by Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC, Dr. Muhammad Afzal Chhajro, Manager ORIC and Muhammad Kamil Lakho, Lecturer Department of Social and Development Studies, SMIU.
September 1, 2022
The Sindh Madressatul Islam University celebrated its 138th on Thursday, 1st September 2022 foundation day at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, with simplicity due to the present day sorrowful conditions of people of the country created by torrential rains and flood. It was the first time in the history of SMIU that no cake cutting ceremony was held and not a singing session by students and other such jubilations were held on the occasion.
While addressing the ceremony Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor SMIU said we are passing through hard times these days. Sindh and other provinces of the country have badly affected by heavy rains and floods, hence we all are worried for our countrymen. Thus, we are just remembering this historic day of SMIU’s life by organising a simple ceremony.
The vice chancellor announced to donate his two days’ salary for rain and flood affected people and SMIU’s Endowment Fund respectively. The vice chancellor advised to SMIU employees to voluntarily donate for rain affected families, whatsoever they can. “If you donate one-day salary, half day salary, few hours or one-month salary, it’s up to you, but must support rain and flood victims,” the vice chancellor suggested.
Paying rich tribute to the founder of SMI Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said he was a real son of the soil and unsung hero of the land who established a modern educational institute for the nation as he was fully aware about the challenges the nation was facing in 19th century in the British colonial rule and had to face in coming days. “Unfortunately, a large number of our literate people are unware about the role and services of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi,” he said and added that we must explore and share his great contribution towards modern education specially with our young generation to motivate them for the service of the country.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai was of the view that when a child is born in a family, he/she brings a lot of happiness for them, but when an institution is built it brings happiness for a nation- and the institution can’t meet to a natural end like a human being but it can grow with the passage of time. He said we are custodian of SMIU, and its legacy, hence our sincere and honest efforts are needed for its progress and development. He opined that stable educational institutions are produced good results and good students, but the unstable institutions fail to serve the nation accordingly. Hence stability and strength of SMIU must be given priority.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said I have also a sentimental attachment with SMI as my father Mr. Taj Sahrai (who was a noted research scholar, historian and academician of Sindh) was its alumnus.
He also lauded efforts of Director Directorate of Students Affairs and Counselling Dr. Asif Ali Wagan and his team for organising the event.
Earlier, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan delivered welcome address and congratulated SMIU’s students, faculty and staff members on the SMIU’s foundation day and termed the SMIU a proud institution of the country. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Director Post Graduate Studies talked on the co-relation between education and economy and Ms. Nabila Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School reviewed the role of SMIU and SMIU Model School in the quality education.
On the occasion students of the SMIU Model School delivered speeches in English, Urdu and Sindhi languages, in which they highlighted role of SMI’s founder Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, SMIU’s alumnus Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, and Sindh Madressatul Islam, played for the nation and the country. Alumni of SMIU Sohail Khan Jadoon and Moomal Bughio also narrated their success stories, while success stories of SMIU Model School’s alumni were told to the audience too.
The ceremony was attended by Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academic Affairs, deans of different faculties, chairpersons, heads of various administrative departments, faculty, staff members and students.
August 26, 2022
The Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and the Mindstorm studios, a leading gaming studio in Pakistan, will jointly work for promotion of game development industry in the country. In this respect Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC, SMIU and Mr. Yasser Awan, Director, Mindstorm Studios signed MoU on Friday, August 26, 2022 at Board Room of I.T. Tower of SMIU.
Both the organizations agreed upon to promote Industry-Academia linkages and encourage game development talent in Pakistan. It was said that the MoU will be operationalized at SMIU with the mutual efforts of both the institutions. In the MoU it has also been stated that both organizations will create exposure opportunities for students and strengthen their connection with professional game development industry.
Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC said that this kind of cooperation between SMIU and Mindstorm Studios will surely pave the way for those students who are interested in the field of game development. He further said it will be the first opportunity for students in a university, to connect them with the field of game development to compete with the rest of the world.
Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Adviser to Vice Chancellor SMIU on Academic Affairs, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of I.T, Ms. Saima Sipy Nagaraj, Lecturer Department of Software Engineering and Ms. Fareeha Akhtar, Manager Operations at Mindstorm Studios also attended the ceremony.
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The Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and the Mindstorm studios signed MoU on Thursday at a ceremony held at Board Room of I.T. Tower, SMIU. Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC, SMIU and Mr. Yasser Awan, Director, Mindstorm Studios signed the MoU. Both the organizations agreed to promote Industry-Academia linkages and encourage game development talent in Pakistan. Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Adviser to Vice Chancellor SMIU on Academic Affairs, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of I.T, Ms. Saima Sipy Nagaraj, Lecturer Department of Software Engineering and Ms. Fareeha Akhtar, Manager Operations at Mindstorm Studios also attended the ceremony.August 14, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, the Alma-Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, celebrated the Independence Day of Pakistan in befitting manner. Flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Main Building of the university with the hands of Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai. It was attended by deans, chairperson, heads of different sections, faculty and other employees. Dr. Sahrai also participated in cake cutting ceremony, which was held at the same venue.
Addressing the participants, the Vice Chancellor said that the independence day and freedom fighters are remembered in the history of a nation and the country with great respect. Likewise, we should remember those leaders and workers who selflessly fought for freedom of our country.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai further said our elders gave great sacrifices for creation of Pakistan and we, the later generations of the country, are enjoying the benefits of the freedom. “But freedom brings a responsibility too, hence our responsible role and error free character will guarantee the development, progress, and prosperity of the nation. He said that the free nations value the freedom, hence we must go through our history, culture, identity and values, that will make our right direction to move ahead.
The Vice Chancellor was of the view that we all, individually as well as collectively should show seriousness and sincerity to our responsibilities and follow the principles of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, which were ‘Faith, Unity and Discipline.’
While talking on Sindh Madressatul Islam, the Vice Chancellor said SMI produced and groomed a Superhuman and that was Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Even today, SMIU holds same values and academic culture that was in the past, and almost all employees of SMIU, either they are faculty members, officers or other employees, fulfil their responsibilities with dedication.
Another program was held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Pakistan, which was organised by the Directorate of Students Affairs and Counselling. It was presided over by Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeeb Sahrai. Faculty and students of SMIU and teachers and students of SMIU Model School participated in it. Students delivered speeches and presented tableaus on national songs. Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director Directorate of Students Affairs and Counselling (DSA) in his welcome address said that participation of students in national days brings them close to their heroes and the history of the country and the nation.
Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai talked on the role of Sindh Madressatul Islam and its students in the Pakistan Movement and stressed upon the students to follow the footsteps of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who had shown his great association with his Alma-Mater SMI on many occasions. “You are future leaders of Pakistan, hence you must go through the lives and struggle of the leaders who created Pakistan,” Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said. The Vice Chancellor also appreciated the role of Dr. Asif Ali Wagan in organising the series of meaningful programs of the Diamond Jubilee of Pakistan.
August 4, 2022
Pakistan’s independence day celebrations have been started at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which happens to be an Alma-Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, from Thursday, August 4 and will continue entire month of August. In this connection an inaugural ceremony was held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university with the chair of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of the university. The ceremony was organised by the Directorate of Students Affairs and Counseling.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, the Vice Chancellor along with students and other officials performed ribbon cutting ceremony. Then he, in his address talked about the contribution of Sindh Madressatul Islam in the creation Pakistan through its alumni like Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders. While quoting the words of an alumnus of SMI and former Vice Chancellor of University of Sindh and former federal education minister Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, Dr. Sahrai said, once he had remarked that “Sindh Madressatul Islam is a child of Sindh and mother of Pakistan.” He had said this in the background as Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders of Pakistan movement had received their education from Sindh Madressatul Islam.
Dr. Sahrai further said that SMI had played an important role in the life of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, that is why he never forget it and even he bequeathed one third of his residual property for his Alma-Mater SMI, through his Last Will.
He said those nations couldn’t forget their heroes, history, culture and traditions who have struggled for the dependence of their country. Because, they considered slavery a curse. He emphasized the young generation to work for the development of the country being a ‘youth energy. `
He was of the opinion that Pakistan is a fortunate country on the planet of Earth, where all the four seasons are supporting our economy, while almost half countries of the world had no such seasons. Only we have to utilize our resources for the development and progress of the country and the young generation have to play their decisive major role for betterment of the country.
The Vice Chancellor also praised the role of Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director Directorate of Students Affairs for planning series of events to celebrate the 75 years of the country.
Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Director Post Graduate Studies, SMIU said the academicians have a great responsibility to educate young generation according to the needs of the country, as they could serve it with dedication and honesty in the future life.
On this occasion Zeeshan Khan, Amaema and Nimra Shakeel, students of the university, highlighted importance of independence through their speeches and a poem. They were of the view that we are fortunate that our nation is enjoying independence today, hence we must value it and do our job with responsibility.
Earlier, Ms. Quratulain Memon, Senior Manager Students Affairs delivered welcome address and Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Registrar gave concluding remarks. The ceremony was attended by deans, chairpersons of different academic departments, administrative officials, and students of the SMIU Model School.
August 2, 2022
The inauguration ceremony of “Dr. Ibrahim Mulla High Performance Computing Lab” was held on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU). It was organised by the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), SMIU. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor SMIU, Dr. Ibrahim Mulla, alumnus of SMI, Mrs. Mehnaz Mulla, spouse of Dr. Ibrahim Mulla and Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC inaugurated the lab, set up at the ground floor of the Talpur House, an academic block of the university. They also participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony.
Thereafter, the honorable guests visited the lab and praised the role played by Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of I.T. Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Chairperson of Department of Software Engineering and Adviser to Vice Chancellor on Academic Affairs, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director Students Affairs and Counseling and others, in setting up most modern lab.
Later on, a program was held at the Senate Hall of the university, where Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, VC SMIU, in his speech said that it was the founder of Pakistan and alumnus of Sindh Madressatul Islam- Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who had donated Rs.5000/- on June 21, 1943 for SMI, when he had inaugurated college section of Sindh Madressatul Islam. Besides, Quaid-e-Azam had bequeathed one third of his residual property to his Alma-Mater-SMI through his Last Will. Likewise, Dr. Ibrahim Mulla, who lives in USA, came forward and financially supported his Alma-Mater-SMIU for establishment of a most modern computing lab.
The Vice Chancellor further said that at the time when Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had decided to open a college in Sindh Madressah, some people had opposed it, but the Quaid never bothered and came to open college along with Pir Illahi Bux, the then education minister of Sindh and who was also the Secretary of Sindh Madressah Board. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai said leadership always leads the nation to get the institutions flourish and develop according to the needs of the time. Therefore, Dr. Sahrai said, from Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to Dr. Ibrahim Mulla, SMIU’s alumnus have always supported their Alma-Mater in its development.
“Tens of thousands of SMIU’s alumni are spread all over the world, and they want to support SMIU, hence the Alumni Chapter of SMIU must be reorganized,” the Vice Chancellor said added that grandfather of Dr. Ibrahim Mulla had also received his education from Sindh Madressah. Thus, Dr. Mulla’s love and reverence for his Alma-Mater is visible.
He also said that there is a need of research in the universities and the newly established computer lab will help the faculty and post graduate students of SMIU to get benefit from it, which is equipped with latest and most modern computers and other I.T facilities. He thanked to Dr. Ibrahim Mulla, Mrs. Mehnaz Mulla, spouse of Dr. Ibrahim Mulla and other members of Mulla family who generously supported for this noble cause.
Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai also lauded the efforts of Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC, Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of Information Technology, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Chairperson Department of Software Engineering and Advisor to VC on Academic Affairs and Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director Students Affairs and Counseling, taken for establishment of the computing lab.
Dr. Ibrahim Mulla, in his speech said he wants to see Sindh Madressatul Islam University like Oxford University, because it happens to be an Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other great personalities. “This (Sindh Madressah) is my Alma-Mater and I had always thought to do something for it in the field of science and technology,” Dr. Ibrahim Mulla said and opined that there is a need of research work in the country and SMIU provided him an opportunity to do something for it. He praised the role of Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor and Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC for executing the work of establishment of the lab.
Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Dean Faculty of Information Technology in his speech gave details of the laboratory and said that by the year 2026, 11.5 million job openings are expected in data science which needs high computing labs. He said this most modern lab would be a power nap for research scholars of SMIU and great asset for academia. He was of the view that this newly established lab also fills up one of the basic requirements of post graduate programs evaluation.
Earlier, Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director ORIC in his welcome address welcomed the guests and said this lab is a wonderful addition to SMIU, which will promote research culture at SMIU.
Mrs. Mehnaz Mulla, spouse of Dr. Ibrahim Mulla also expressed her views and highlighted the importance of the lab.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by deans, chairpersons of various academic departments, heads of different administrative sections and faculty members.
June 30, 2022
Members of Charter Inspection & Evaluation Committee (CIEC), headed by Chairman Sindh Higher Education Commission and CIEC Prof. Dr. Tariq Rafi visited Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Thursday. Among other members of the committee were Professor Amjad Siraj Memon, Vice Chancellor Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Dr. Fateh Muhammad Marri, Vice Chancellor Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, Dr. Nasira Khatoon, Acting Vice Chancellor University of Karachi, Prof. Dr. Tauha Hussain Ali, Vice Chancellor Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Prof. Moineedin Siddiqui, Secretary Sindh Higher Education Commission, Mr. Khalid Hyder Shah, Secretary Colleges Mr. Noman Ahsan, Director General CIEC, Dr. Syed Ali Raza, Prof Business Administration Iqra University, Ms. Shahila Memon, Deputy Director, Charter Inspection and Evaluation Committee, Sindh HEC, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali Ismail, Chairman Department of Computer and Information System NED University and others.
They attended a meeting which was chaired by Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor SMIU at the Conference Room of the university. In the meeting they were briefed about the various matters related to SMIU’s academic as well as administrative performance. They were briefed about modern facilities being provided to the students, academic and research work by faculty, achievements of the ORIC, establishment of Incubation Centre, admission policy, construction work of Malir Campus of SMIU, newly constructed Information Technology Tower at City Campus, Hawksbay project and SMIU’s relations with industries etc. The members of the committee discussed on all matters of university and evaluated its performance, facilities, strength of students, faculty and staff members and development schemes in detail.
Later on, they visited various departments and sections of SMIU and attended briefings given them by heads of different departments.
The members were of the view that within a short period of ten years of its establishment the SMIU has emerged as one the of the quality universities of the country. They lauded efforts being taken by Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeeb Sahrai for SMIU’s development and assured that they will fully support SMIU for its more progress and development.
VC Dr Mujeeb Sahrai also presented shields of SMIU to chairman and members of CIEC.
June 28, 2022
Dr Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has expressed deep grief over sudden demise of Mr. Yasir Iqbal Umrani, a young brother of Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Director Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) of SMIU.
Dr Mujeeb Sahrai said death in a young age is a very tragic and the demise of Mr. Yasir Iqbal Umrani is a great loss of has family, relatives, friends and also of society. He has condoled with Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani and other family members.
It must be mentioned here that Mr. Yasir Iqbal Umrani, 26, was performing election duty in a Sarhari town, district Sanghar on 26th June, where he sustained sun stroke and then couldn’t survive.
Faculty members of SMIU Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Muhammad Ameen Chhajro, Irfan Ali Kandhro, Mohammad Naeem Ahmed, Mr. Ajab Ali Lashari and others went to the ancestral village of Dr Aamir Iqbal Umrani and participated in last rituals of the deceased and performed Fatiha with the grieved family. SMIU’s staff members have also expressed condolence with Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani.
June 21, 2022
Final semester examinations for the session of Spring 2022 have been started at Sindh Madressatul Islam University from June 20, 2022 and will continue till 26th June. Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University inspected examination halls on Tuesday and keenly observed examination process. Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan, Advisor to the Vice Chancellor on Academic, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Director Post Graduate Studies and Mr. Furqan Iftikhar, Controller Examinations were accompanied him. During the inspection Vice Chancellor Dr. Sahrai talked to the students appeared in the examination and checked question papers also.
On this occasion Dr Mujeeb Sahrai said discipline must be maintained strictly during the examinations, because examinations are test of knowledge, students are gained during their studies,” he said and added that the learning ability of students is also gauged from examinations.”
June 17, 2022
Prof. Dr Mujeeb Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University visited different sections of the SMI University campus including Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi Library and another library which is being established in the Information Technology (IT) Tower of SMIU.
In the Hassanally Effendi Library, Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai observed the collection of books including some old books and ‘Dr. Hamida Khuhro Corner.’
It must be mentioned here that Ms. Nuha Ansari-Moore, daughter of eminent scholar and historian of Pakistan Dr. Hamida Khuhro had given more than two thousand rare books for the corner set up with the name of her great mother, some three years ago. Ms. Ansari had also visited the library some days ago.
During his visit Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeeb Sahrai said SMIU already runs two modern libraries in the campus. Among these, one is Hassanally Effendi Library, which is for the students, faculty and staff members of the university and other one is set up in the building of SMIU Model School, for its students, teachers and staff members. While, the third library is being established in the IT Tower, especially for the students of Department of Software Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Department of Artificial Intelligence & Mathematical Sciences of the university.
Dr Mujeeb Sahrai said, in the modern age of information technology, importance of printed books still prevails and especially the young generation must establish their relationship with books, which are basic and authentic source of knowledge. He said all the three libraries of SMIU will be more improved.
June 10, 2022
Prof. Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said pollution of all sorts, climate change, food scarcity, water shortage and increase in temperature has brought the earth in danger zone, hence everyone must play his/her role to normalize the environmental situation in the world.
He said this while addressing the seminar organized by Department of Environmental Sciences and ORIC of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, in connection with the World Environmental Day, on Friday.
Dr Sahrai said Pakistan has so many blessings and fortunes include strong solar and hydro system, four seasons, major crops, plains, river, sea and mountains. “When we couldn’t preserve our good things then how could we handle the difficulties,” the vice chancellor said and maintained that we are not rightly using our resources for development of the country.
He said the younger population is Pakistan’s fortune, which is more than 50 percent of the total population of the country, but we have been failed to get them involved in the betterment of the country.
He said currently we are living in a hazardous world, but younger generation should come forward and play their significant role in spreading awareness among masses including farmers about environmental issues.
The Vice Chancellor said, in Sindh province Karachi city is more affected by the climate change. “Disasters come in seconds but recovering from the destruction takes years. Therefore, before meeting the disaster we must try to handle the issues seriously and consciously,” Dr Sahrai said.
He advised the Department of Environment of Sindh Madressatul Islam University to form a waste management system in the campus, and work on the agenda that how can we keep clean and green to the university.
Mr. Muhammad Umer Karim, water resources management specialist, who is working with UN-FAO talked on the environmental issues of Sindh with connection underground water issues. He said, in Sindh, river flow is decreasing due to increase in usage of underground water through tube wells on governmental as well as private level. “The natural flow of a river firstly maintains the underground water level, but it is causing low flow of water in the river,” he said.
Mr. Umar Karim said we are producing good crops in Sindh, but rise in cash crops results in dried up of Indus River. He said before colonial era, there was a centuries old natural irrigation system in Sindh, which was environmental friendly. Looking back to his childhood, he said in his childhood days, people were getting sweet water by giving a cut to the land, but today about 80 to 85 percent water is saline. He said when the river is filled with water, then we are getting fresh underground water. “Indus River is our lifeline, but we had destroyed our environmental system by shortage of water,” he said and added that ground water availability in Sindh must be maintained up to 8 to 10-million-acre foot. Usage of more underground water will create geological problems too. Therefore, we should not over exploit underground water.
He was of the view that floods and rains used to recharge a thin layer of aquifer, which used to be consumed throughout the year through hand pumps or dug Wells. The contiguous irrigation system raised the cropping intensities as well as ground water tables.
Mr. Umer Karim further said the intensification of crops and further use of artificial fertilizers and pesticides has contaminated the resource base. We cannot directly use water for drinking purpose from any source place in the country. This is very deep environmental issue which needs proper research. He gave presentation on historical mapping of Ground Water in Sindh by M.H Panhwer, and Lower Indus Development Plan 1966. In last he encouraged the young students to adopt this topic for future research and diagnosis.
Mr. Jibran Khalid Kidwai, environmentalist and social development consultant and alumni of SMI University, who is working on various national and international projects, emphasized that it is the time we should promote environmental education, inspire action, and renew and expand commitments to protect our planet, country and province. Mr. Jibran also updated the forum that Sindh will be leading province to launch first ever cleaner production policy by Sindh Environmental Protection Agency.
He also said that specially in Sindh province there are very serious environmental issues including deforestation, urban and rural flooding, desertification and degradation of fresh water bodies.
Later on, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University gave away shields to the guests. Incharge chairperson of the Department of Environmental Sciences Dr Imran Ali thanked the guests.
June 6, 2022
The Department of Software Engineering, SMIU organized a session on “Game Development and Its Current Trends” with collaboration of ORIC. It was held on Monday, June 6, 2022 at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium. Concerned faculty members and students attended it in a large number.
Mr. Yawar Awan, Director M- Labs, talked on the subject as the guest speaker. He discussed on game development essentials in detail and said game development is grasping enormous importance in the world with advancement of technology. He said software games are being adopted by people of all ages and that trend is increasing day by day.
It followed the question-answer session, where students raised very important questions that made the session more informative.
The program was moderated by Ms. Saima Sipy, Lecture Department of Software Engineering, SMIU.
June 3, 2022
The concluding ceremony of Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s
Job Fest and Students Festival held at the Sir Shahnawaz Auditorium of the University on Friday. Prof. Dr. Tariq Rafi, Chairman Sindh Higher Education presided over the ceremony, while the chief guest was Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai and organizer of the event and Director Directorate of Students Affairs Dr. Asif Ali Wagan.
Addressing the concluding ceremony, Prof. Dr. Tariq Rafi appreciated the efforts of DSA, SMIU and organizers of different events and said it was a matter of pride for him that he is attending the concluding ceremony at the great institute that holds the title of Alma-Mater of Father of the Nation-Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other great leaders. He said this sort of activities are surfacing abilities of students. Education always comes first but there is also a room for other activities. He also praised the role of students’ societies of SMIU and said students will get positive results of their association with the societies, in their future life.
He said SMIU has a great legacy that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders had received their education from here. SMIU students are carrying such great legacy; hence they should follow the footsteps of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Praising the Job Fest organized by SMIU, he said providing jobs opportunities to youth was a great service being rendered by SMIU. Now SMIU and Sindh HEC should jointly work in such direction and jointly organize a job expo at expo center.
Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon in his speech congratulated the organizing body of the Job Fest and Students Festival, Directorate of Students Affairs and said the Students Festival has showcased hidden talent of SMIU students with the support of faculty and other staff members. He specially congratulated Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director DSA, for organizing this wonderful and mega event. He said about four hundred students of SMIU were registered at the different companies during the Job Fest and almost one hundred students surely will get jobs. He said this kind of festivals shall be organized at SMIU with high frequency. He thanked Chairman Sindh HEC for attending the event. “Today he had to leave for Sukkur by air but he preferred to attend our program and tomorrow he will proceed there by road,” VC Sahrai said and added that professors always prefer to the academic activities.
Dr Asif Ali Wagan in his welcome address thanked to Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai, faculty, staff and students who supported them during the festival.
Earlier, patrons of Art Society, Debating Society, Community Service Society, Music Society and Sports Society presented reports of the activities they organized during the festival. Ms. Khushboo Rafiq, Patron Art Society said they organized variety of programs including photo exhibition with the title of Life at Karachi, My Dream, Live Sketch and SMIU to Eyes. She said for making the society stable and peaceful we have to encourage art.
Kiran Shirazi, Patron of Debating Society in her report said they organized two guest speaker sessions, theatre, bait bazi and set up stalls. The patron of Music Society in the report said they organized three singing competition programs during the last three days, where eight students participated in the singing competition.
Wajiha Naeem, Patron of Community Service Society said they organized “Two People Two Stories,” Monologue Theatre “Meri Maan”, and documentaries. Similarly, Sports Society organized eight indoor and outdoor sport events. The all patrons appreciated the cooperation extended to them by Dr Asif Ali Wagan, Director DSA during the festival.
Later on, prize distribution ceremony was held at the same venue, where Chairman Sindh HEC Dr. Tariq Rafi, VC SMIU Dr Sahrai and Director DSA Dr Asif Ali Wagan distributed prizes among the winner students. Also, Dr Sahrai gave away a shield to Dr Tariq Rafi and Dr Asif Ali Wagan.
June 6, 2022
International Journal of Computing and Related Technologies (IJCRT)
SMIU’s Department of Computer Science is publishing research journal titled “International Journal of Computing and Related Technologies (IJCRT)”It provides an international-level platform for researchers, scientists and engineers to publish their high quality research work in the field of computer science and technology. It is an international level peer reviewed research journal. Good quality, novelty, and constructive contribution in the field of computer science and technology are ensured.
The research scholars of the country as well as other parts of the world are invited to submit their work for publication in this journal.
IJCRT covers the following subjects, but not limited to, areas related to computer science and technology: Computer Architecture and Design, Artificial Intelligence, Pattern Recognition, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Networking, Software Engineering, Database Management System (DBMS), Data System, Cloud Computing, Computer Language, Information Security and Cryptography, Wireless Communication and Radar Systems, Signal Processing and other emerging computer technologies,
Deadline for submissions of research papers is July 15, 2022. Submission link is: http://ijcrt.smiu.edu.pk/ijcrt/index.php/smiu/about/submissions. Details of the paper format are given in the author’s guide on the journal’s website.
Managing Editors of the journal are: Dr. Asif Ali Laghari (asif.laghari@smiu.edu.pk) and Dr Sarmad Ahmed Shaikh (sarmad@smiu.edu.pk).
June 2, 2022
The 3- Day Students Festival is continuing at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which is being organized by Directorate of Students Affairs (DSA). Urdu Mushaira was a unique segment of the festival. Prominent Urdu poets Mr. Anwer Shaoor, Mr. Ramzi Asim, Mr. Hidayat Sayer, Mr. Imran Shamshad, Mr. Yasmeen Yaas, Ali Ahmed Jan, Dr. Salman Sarwat and Mr. Khurram Tahir recited their poetry and received a great response from audience.
Vice Chancellor SMIU Prof. Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon attended the mushaira and praised the poetry presented on the occasion. Dr. Sana Shahid, Assistance Professor, Department of Media and Communication Studies conducted the programme. Organizer of the Festival and Director DSA, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Deans and chairperson of various faculties and academic departments including Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Shaikh, Dr Subhash, Dr. Ambreen Fazal, faculty and staff members and students attended it in a large number.
Students of Art Society presented story of society's disparity prevailing between rich and poor people through a comedy mime performance. This was a silent act in which students performed with the help of facial expressions and background music. Act received a standing ovation and a huge round of applause by the audience.
In the documentary competition, five documentaries were short listed and among these three documentaries won prizes. Documentary that won first prize was “Save Water Save Life” by Fakiha Hassan, student of Environmental Science Department. In this documentary she has highlighted importance of water in the world and said that if water was not saved human beings and other creatures could not survive in future. It was said that even we people are wasting water in our homes and could not care that what we are losing. Documentary on Thalassemia which was made by Urzam Butt, student of Media Studies Department, won second prize and third prize won the documentary titled “Meri Kahani Merey Sheher ki Meray Ghar ki,” made by Safdar Shah, student of Education Department, SMIU.
SMIU’s old student Sameer Ali Khan, who is also founder of Pakistan's first digital startup Collective Pakistan told his story in the session titled “Two People Two Stories”. This session was organized by Community Service Society to celebrate the contribution of our youth for society. Sameer talked about his journey of success and shared his valuable experiences with the students of SMIU. The session was interactive and audience asked questions to Sameer. The event concluded with giving away appreciation shield to the guest by the director DSA Dr. Asif Ali Wagan.
Also, Intra-University Declamation Contest was held in Urdu and English languages respectively. In Urdu competition Muhammad Talha, won first prize, Kumail Raza and Marzia Zehra received second prize and Gulshair Aftab won third prize. In English language declamation contest, Ghulam Abbas won first prize, Saima Soomro received second and third prize was shared by two students Raheela Soomro and Abdul Manan. Faculty members of SMIU Mr. Hatesh Kumar and Mr. Wafa Mansoor Buriro were judges for Urdu and English language competition contest respectively. It was organized by the Debating Society.
SMIU's young singers also participated in a singing competition, which was organized by Music Society with the title of "Battle of Singers." Abdullah Farooq, Parker, Parkash Kumar, Anmol Rahuja, Osama bin Hassan, Alishba sheikh, Mifzal Hassan and Afaq Sheikhani participated in it and received great response from audience.
June 1, 2022
Mr. Muhammad Mureed Rahimoon, Secretary Universities and Boards Department, Government of Sindh has said manpower comprised of youth is an asset of the country, and that should be groomed and trained by universities according to the needs of modern digital age.
He said this on Wednesday at the inaugural ceremony of the 3 – Day Students Festival organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Directorate of Students Affairs in collaboration with the Students Council. This festival will remain continue till Friday.
Mr. Rahmoon said universities must maintain job record of their alumni, as it could be assessed that how many young people are in jobs. The secretary said now job market has been reached to the saturated point, but our talented youth can find jobs in national as well as international market specially in private sector.
He said, there is no doubt that universities of Sindh are facing financial problems, but they should create their own financial resources like private universities. He also said except three or four universities majority of our universities are out from world ranking. Thus, remaining universities need improvement in their working and vision.
Criticizing young generation Mr. Muhammad Mureed Rahimoon said majority of our youth is lacking in general knowledge. Even they didn’t know history of their own country. On the other hand, present day world is changing rapidly day by day. Hence, they must equip themselves with knowledge power to get some place in the society.
He congratulated Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai and organizers of the festival for encouraging and organizing this sort of activities in the university.
VC Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai in his speech said SMIU believes that students must be given some space to showcase their creative abilities in form of art, literature, debate, sports etc. He said SMIU has always set a good tradition by supporting students to involve in such meaningful and healthy activities. The Vice Chancellor announced that two students (male and female) of SMIU shall be given award in the category of “The Best Student of the Year.”
He thanked the secretary of universities and boards for giving some time to students of SMU and said that he has always remained supportive to SMIU.
Dr Faizullah Abbasi, Vice Chancellor of Dawood University of Engineering and Technology said when they were young, radio was the only source of their information, while Daily Dawn was reached at their home town through train in those days, from which they were finding job opportunities. But today’s generation has multiple sources of information on their fingertips. They could easily receive required information through internet now. But, he confessed, our generation has created a large mess, now our young generation have to clear it.”
Later on, VC Dr Mujeeb Sahrai gave shields to the guests and organizer of the event Dr Asif Ali Wagan. Students also presented bouquet to the guests.
After that Mr. Muhammad Mureed Rahimoon participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony along with Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai, Dr Faizullah Abbasi, Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Director DSA Dr Asif Ali Wagan, Director ORIC Dr Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Deans and chairpersons Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dr. Aftab Shaikh, Dr. Jamshed Halepoto, Controller Examination Furqan Iftikhar and other officials.
Then they visited different stalls set up by students and appreciated young artists who had displayed their paintings in an exhibition.
Different student societies had also organized music, mushaira and other programs in the auditorium.
May 31, 2022
Mr. Muhammad Ismail Rahoo, Provincial Minister for Universities and Boards, Government of Sindh has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has provided a good opportunity to its students for their professional career by organizing a Job Fest, and other universities of Sindh should follow it.
He said this while addressing the inaugural ceremony of "Job Fest" organized by Directorate of Student Affairs and Counselling (DSA) with collaboration of faculty, at the auditorium of SMIU on Tuesday.
The minister said that the national and international realities regarding education and employment have been changed now. In the past, sole objective of educational institutions was to impart education to students, but today, they have enhanced their role by taking efforts for seeking job opportunities for their students.
Mr. Rahoo said SMIU has always played a historic role in the field of education, and even today it is proved to be a torch bearer for our young generation. He said universities of Sindh must establish their linkages with industries and other private sector organizations to benefit students.
Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon in his speech said in the days when they were students, there were limited facilities for students specially in backward areas of Sindh, today, in the 21st century, students of all areas of the province are enjoying a lot facilities and opportunities for learning as well as getting jobs.
Dr Sahrai said it is the first ever event on job opportunities that has been organized by SMIU in its history and it is creating almost one hundred jobs opportunities for its students of various disciplines, through the Job Fest. “SMIU has always focused on quality learning and training of its students through co-curricular activities,” Dr Sahrai said and added that he has remained vice chancellor of some other universities in Sindh, but he has never found such intelligent and active students like SMIU students. He appreciated the efforts of Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director DSA and his team for organizing such mega event for students.
Prior, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan presented welcome address and thanked Mr. Muhammad Ismail Rahoo and Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai for their presence and support. Dr. Jamshed Halepoto presented vote of thanks. Mr. Wafa Mansoor Buriro, lecturer of English Department conducted the proceedings.
In the end, VC Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai presented a shield to the provincial minister Muhammad Ismail Rahoo. Also, Mr. Rahoo gave away shield to Dr Sahrai. The minister and the vice chancellor gave away a shield to Dr Asif Ali Wagan.
After this session the provincial minister Mr. Muhammad Ismail Rahoo along with VC Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai attended ribbon cutting ceremony of the Job Fest at IT Tower of SMIU. He visited more than thirty stalls set up by different companies of various sectors and appreciated the role of SMIU in taking this sort of initiative for benefit of students.
May 25, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Directorate of Students’ Affairs and Counselling in collaboration with the SMIU faculty is organizing the “SMIU Job Fest” on 31st May in the premises of SMIU, while the Student’s Week will be organized from 1st June at the campus.
In this respect a meeting was held in the Conference Room of SMIU on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 which was chaired by Vice Chancellor SMIU Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon. In the meeting all arrangements of the “Job Fair” and “Students Week” were reviewed in detail and taken some important decisions.
Addressing the meeting Vice Chancellor Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai said that SMIU is going to organize a mega event for students. “We prefer to organize student-centered activities, and students must be involved in all programmers,” the vice chancellor said and added that after covid-19, the situation has become a little bit normal so we should start the activities that could benefit the students. Dr Sahrai also appreciated the Director of Directorate of Student’s Affairs Dr Asif Ali Wagan and his team for organizing the most meaningful events.
Dr. Asif Ali Wagan informed the meeting that about 30 companies including banks are participating in the Job Fair. Similarly, a part from various stalls students have prepared a number of programs during the Student’s Week including debates, declamation contests, poetry recitation sessions and workshops etc. Dr Abdul Hafeez Khan, Advisor to VC SMIU on academic briefed the meeting about participation of students and faculty in the above mentioned fairs.
Others officials of SMIU who attended the meeting were registrar, chairpersons of different academic departments, directors of various departments and other concerned officials.
May 20, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has participated in the two-day Research & Technology Showcase 2022, held at Expo Centre, Karachi on Thursday and Friday - May 19 and 20. SMIU has showcased its three projects of computer applications at the exhibition, which were Highway App, Crops Disease Detection and ApkaCare App. The projects were appreciated by the leading universities and major industry players of Sindh.
Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon and faculty members have congratulated the faculty members Mr. Muhammad Ameen Chhajro, Ms. Saima Sippy and Ms. Syeda Wajiha Naim for successfully supervising and finalizing the projects and guiding their talented students Mr. Shahbaz Khan, Ms. Ayesha Khalid, Ms. Seema Sikander, Mr. Daniyal Khan, and Mr. Hamza Asghar for showcasing their projects.
It was Pakistan’s first Expo for advancement of research and commercialization culture and facilitating the Industry-Academia Collaboration. This mega-event was a joint venture of NEDUET and the Sindh Higher Education Commission (SHEC). Over 340 commercialisation-ready research and technology products developed by more than 32 universities were displayed in the exhibition.
SMIU’s students project of “Highway App” was a GPS application with a built-in React Native for nearest places finder for the tourists and travelers on one click. In case of any emergency like accident or any needs of police station user can get location on one click. It also provides a service to easily find the nearest places includes Fuel Pumps (petrol pumps, CNG and diesels pumps), transport stations (bus stops, airport and railway stations), food (hotels, fruits, pizza and burger), stay (restaurants, cafe), shopping (malls, market stores, mobile shops, books), vehicle (car wash stations, mechanic, puncture shop), prayer places (mosques) and emergency (police stations, fire brigade, clinic) etc. This project was prepared by student of SMIU’s computer science department Shahbaz Khan, and supervisor was Mr. Mohammad Ameen Chhajro.
The second project was of “Crops Disease Detection”. It was Artificial Intelligence based android application, which was built in React Native for health status of plants to enhance Pakistan’s economy. This real time plant disease recognition app would deliver accurate information about plants. It will reduce huge work of monitoring in big crop fields and in early stages, detects symptoms of disease. This project was prepared by Ayesha Khalid, student of Computer Science and project supervisor was Ms. Saima Sipy.
SMIU’s third project was “ApkaCare.” It was also an android application about maintaining patient medical’s history by uploading their medical reports so that they can easily get such reports whenever they need. This application can also assist medical industry including medical laboratories for testing, charges and location issues as well as requiring blood etic. It also can support a patient for providing online doctor’s’ consultation to him/her including the first aid treatments, before reaching to the hospital.
This project was jointly prepared by Seema Sikander, Daniyal Khan and Hamza Asghar, students of Department of Computer Science and the supervisor was Ms. Wajiha Naim.
May 19, 2022
Department of Software Engineering of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, is going to publish a research journal titled: “The Sindh Journal of Headways in Software Engineering (SJHSE)” under supervision of experts of SMIU.
The SJHSE) is a bi-annual research journal which aims to publish peer-reviewed, expert review/research in all areas of Software Engineering and scientific research. The main objective of bringing out this research journal is to provide an appropriate platform to honourable researchers, who are associated with higher educational institutions and industry, to share their quality expert reviews and research work related to the computing field, on large scale of readers.
Researchers of Pakistan and other countries of the world are invited to submit their research work for publication in the said journal. The SJHSE will cover following (but not limited to these) areas of Software Engineering and other related technologies:
Deadline for submissions of research papers: June 6, 2022
Submission link: http://sjhse.smiu.edu.pk/sjhse/index.php/SJHSE/about/submissions
Details of paper format are given in author’s guide in journal’s website.
Managing Editor:
Dr. Kamlesh Kumar
Email kamlesh@smiu.edu.pk
Associate Editors:
Mohammad Ameen Chhajro
Email: ameen.chhajro@smiu.edu.pk.
Ms. Wajeha Naeem
Email: swnaim@smiu.edu.pk
Ms. Saima Sipy
Email: snangraj@smiu.edu.pk
May 12, 2022
The academics, human rights activists, government officials and civil society members at a seminar here on Thursday underlined the need for promotion of Interfaith harmony in the society for development of the country.
The seminar was organized held on the subject of “Interfaith Harmony in Sindh” by Department of Social and Development Studies of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), Karachi in collaboration with ‘The Knowledge Forum (TKF) at the Senate Hall of the university.
Ms. Noureen Bashir, Secretary Human Rights Department, Government of Sindh, has said that youth should respect different ideas and cultures for interfaith harmony in the province of Sindh as well in the country. She also asked the students to work for spreading tolerance and peace in the society. However, she said social media has provided opportunities to work for peace in society.
Member of Provincial Assembly, Sindh Ms. Mangala Sharma spoke on the importance of harmony in different aspects of life and said all religions teach us love and tolerance. She said Sindh province has a credit to have peaceful society, where people from different faiths have been living in peace for centuries.
Prof. Dr. Jahan Ara Lutif from Sheikh Zayed Islamic Centre, University of Karachi said Islam is a religion of peace. We have to move towards one-point agenda of spreading the message of Interfaith Harmony in the society.
Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, SMIU elaborated necessity of Interfaith Harmony in the society and explained different aspects and concepts of topic to the students.
Chairperson of the Department of Social and Development Studies Dr. Subhash highlighted importance of interfaith harmony in Sindh and welcomed the participants. “Our society needs harmony, tolerance and respect for each other,” Dr Subhash said.
Mr. Muhmmad Kamil Lakho of Department of Social & Development Studies talked on the importance of the seminar and said students of the university, especially those who are studying the subject of human rights, must understands the essence of harmony.
Bishop of Karachi and Balochistan Mr. Frederick John; Prof. Dr. Shahzad Channa from Regional Dawah Centre of International Islamic University, Islamabad; Ms. Naghma Shaikh and Shujauddin Qureshi from TKF also spoke.
The seminar was attended by government officials, religious leaders, academia, human rights activists, journalists and students in a large number.
May 11, 2022
SMIU’s Department of Artificial Intelligence and Mathematical Sciences announces to publish online research journal
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Department of Artificial Intelligence and Mathematical Sciences has announced to publish Bi-Annual Research Journal titled The International Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Mathematical Sciences (IJAIMS) online, in the first phase. The research scholars of the country as well as other parts of the world are invited to submit their original research works latest by May 30, 2022 through journal’s website: http://ijaims.smiu.edu.pk/ijaims/index.php/AIMS or email: editor.ijaims@smiu.edu.pk.
Dr Mansoor Ahmed Khuhro, Head of Department of Artificial Intelligence and Mathematical Sciences and Managing Editor of the Research Journal while suggesting topics for research papers said that the researchers may send their papers on Machine Learning , Fuzzy Logic, Calculus of Variations, Expert System, Functional Analysis, Deep Learning, Robotics, Differential Geometry, Cloud Computing, Fog Computing, Neural Network, Game Theory, Data Analytics, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Fluid Mechanics, Natural Language Processing, Operations Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Operations Research, Ordinary Differential Equations, Partial Differential Equations, Fourier Analysis, Operations Theory, Optimization, Probability Theory and Stochastic Process and Mathematical Programming. He further said that they may also send their papers on other subjects related to the Artificial Intelligence and Mathematical Sciences.
May 10, 2022
Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has condoled the demise of Mohammad Ismail Hingoro, former teacher of Sindh Madressatul Islam school and father of SMIU’s employee Mr. Abdul Abdul Aziz, who passes away on Tuesday at the age of 68 years. Dr. Sahrai in his condolence message said that Mr. Hingoro was a best and dedicated teacher, who had served Sindh Madressatul Islam with honesty and devotion. He has also expressed condolence with the grieved family.
SMIU’s administrative staff, teachers and other employees of SMIU Model School also went to the house of late teacher of SMI Mr. Hingoro, at Hingorabad, Lyari and offered condolence with his family.
Mr. Hingoro was born on October 12, 1954 and had done Master in Education and B.Ed. in Sociology/Sindhi subjects from University of Karachi. He had joined SMI on January 1, 1978 as the JST and got retirement from the service in 2014.
April 29, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Department of Business Administration and Management Sciences has announced to publish a new edition of its research journal- JOBAMS. For that purpose, it has invited researchers of the country as well as other parts of the world to submit their research articles, works and case studies for publication in the research journal.
Dr. Saima Tabassum, Managing Editor and Mr. Shahid Obaid, Editor of the JOBAMS have said that the research scholars may submit (Submission Link:
http://jobams.smiu.edu.pk/index.php/jobams/about/submissions) their papers on finance and economics, human resource management, marketing, supply chain management, entrepreneurship, business ethics and sustainability, organization behavior, corporate governance, industrial relations, general management and other subjects latest by May 15, 2022. After reviewing the submitted papers by a committee, selected papers will be published in the journal.
April 27, 2022
The Higher Education Commission, Pakistan has approved a research project worth Rs.13.86 million, of another faculty member of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, under its National Research Program for Universities (NRPU).
The approved project was submitted by Dr. Sarmad Ahmed Shaikh, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, and it was about Radio Frequency (RF) Front End Development, using ground breaking Electromagnetic (EM) Lens, assisted massive Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) Technology for location based services in cellular communication system.
Before it, the HEC has approved two other research projects of SMIU’s faculty members and that were of about 14 million rupees. Dr Imran Ali Chhajro, Assistant Professor and Chairperson of Department of Environmental Sciences has received a project of worth Rs.9.723 million. It is based on advancement and use of 3D printing to develop water purification filters for commercial use (3D-Purify Water).
Similarly, SMIU’s faculty members of Department of English, Mr. Wafa Mansoor Buriro, and Dr. Riaz Ahmed Mangrio have received a project worth Rs.4.8 million. This project was based on creating 2000 new Sindhi words, which were missing from Sindhi language. Mr. Wafa Mansoor Buriro has created new Sindhi words of those English words and also of Science and Technology, that were commonly used in Sindhi language these days.
Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has congratulated to Dr. Sarmad Ahmed Shaikh and other faculty members on getting approved research projects from HEC. He said that SMIU’s young researchers are contributing a lot towards development of the country through their innovative and remarkable research work.
April 5, 2022
The Industry Liaison Committee of Department of Software Engineering of SMIU, while keeping in view the importance of collaboration between academia and industry, held a meeting with industry professionals for industry liaison at the Senate Hall of the university.
The professionals from different software houses and organizations attended the meeting, where they gave their input regarding how can SMIU strengthen relations with industry that could lead to strong Industry- Academia collaboration in future.
In the meeting, it was discussed that the Industry - Academia linkage and collaboration is a crucial mediator and modulator of skill development, adoption of knowledge and promotion of entrepreneurship. It was also said that it too aids in the strengthening research and development (R&D) investment via exploiting the synergies and complementarities present in scientific and technological capabilities. This, in turn, nurtures commercialization and mobility of IT graduates in both the public and private sectors.
It was concluded that collaboration of academia with industry provides opportunities for academia to train students as per the industry requirements and speed up the creation of spin-off entities and licensing of patents.
In the end of the meeting souvenirs were presented to the guests by Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, In-Charge Dean Faculty of Information Technology, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan Incharge, Chairperson Department of Software Engineering and Advisor to the Vice Chancellor on Academic Affairs, Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, Assistant Professor, Department of Business Administration and Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science.
March 24, 2022
Department of Software Engineering of SMIU organized an introductory session on “IEEE Students Chapter – Purpose, Benefits and Registration Process” for students and faculty members of Faculty of Information Technology; at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university. Dr. Tariq Raheem Soomro, Rector & Dean CCSIS – Institute of Business Management conducted the session along with his team of volunteers, included Mumtaz Hussain Soomro, Chair Young Professionals, M. Rafay Sheikh, Vice Chair Young Professionals and Sadaf Manzoor, Section Student Representative.
Dr. Tariq Raheem Soomro is also serving as Vice Chair of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Karachi Section. He is the first Pakistani who has been selected by the IEEE Computer Society for “Inaugural Class of IEEE Computer Society Distinguished Contributors” as a recognition to his efforts and hard work towards profession and for IEEE Computer Society.
During the session the guest speaker introduced IEEE, its purpose and benefits with the audience through presentation. The presentation was divided into two parts. The first part was covered by Dr. Tariq Raheem Soomro, in which he talked on all important aspects of IEEE in detail. The second part of the presentation was presented by Ms. Sadaf Manzoor, that was comprised of detailed information of IEEE Students Chapter and its Registration process. The guests also gave answers to the questions raised by audience.
Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani, delivered Vote of Thanks. The session concluded with the presentation of souvenirs to the guests.
The students who were part of the organizing committee and volunteered during this event included Hiran Hassan, Iffah Fatima, Shayan Ali, Aveed Ahmed, Shah Hamza Farooqui and Laraib Waheed.
April 11, 2022
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Assistant Professor and Chairperson, Department of Environmental Science Dr. Imran Ali Chhajro has received a project of worth Rs.9.723 million from Higher Education Commission of Pakistan under its program- National Research Program for Universities (NRPU). The approved research project was about advancement and use of 3D printing to develop water purification filters for commercial use (3D-Purify Water).
Similarly, SMIU’s faculty members of Department of English, Dr. Riaz Ahmed Mangrio, Associate Professor and Mr. Wafa Mansoor Buriro, Lecturer,
had received a project of worth Rs.4.8 million from HEC under its same National Research Program. This project was based on creating 2000 new Sindhi words, missing at the moment in the language, through various linguistic and lexicographic means; and to eventually get them published in the form of a glossary and make it available in all major libraries across Sindh province. The same will be made available in the form of a website.
Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has congratulated the faculty members; Dr. Imran Ali Chhajro, Dr. Riaz Mangrio and Mr. Wafa Mansoor Buriro on receiving research projects from HEC. “Research work is essential for a university and SMIU’s faculty is doing well in research field,” the vice chancellor said and hoped that other faculty member will too succeed to get such research projects.
April 6, 2022
Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has said special attention will be given on development and quality education of SMIU Model School, which is an integral part of the university. He said this while chairing a meeting held on SMIU Model School at SMIU’s Conference Room on Wednesday.
In the meeting, academic, administrative and admission matters of the school were reviewed in detail and some important decisions were taken. Ms. Nabeela Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School and other officials of SMIU attended the meeting.
April 1, 2022
SMIU’s Department of Computer Science, in collaboration with Directorate of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) of SMIU organized One-Day Workshop on the topic of ‘Desktop Oriented Graphical User Interface.'
Mr. Irfan Ali Kandhro, Lecturer SMIU’s Department of Computer Science conducted the session, where he said workshops help students to learn essential and basic concepts related to their subject of interest.
“Workshops are highly important at the university level,” he said and added that this kind of activities must be organized on regular basis.
April 1, 2022
The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Mathematical Sciences of Sindh Madressatul Islam University organized a seminar on the subject of “Start Your Digital Business Without Investment” at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, SMIU.
Addressing the seminar Mr. Muhammad Faizan, Founder and CEO of PaperFree organization said, today, people are spending more money online. It proves that the business emphasis has shifted from traditional to digital sources of revenue and channels.
He was of the view that growth of digital economy has made people more familiar with digital products and services. Therefore, digital transformation is a fundamental reality for businesses, today. He said the PaperFree is an experienced and trusted provider of enterprise content management solutions for government and industry.
The seminar was moderated by Mr. Syed Muhammad Hassan and it was attended by Professor Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dr. Imtiaz Hussain, Mr. Syed Azeem Inam, Mr. Hassan Hashim, Departmental Coordinator AIMS, and Dr. Sarmad Ahmed Shaikh. At the end, the Departmental Chairperson Dr. Mansoor Khuhro presented souvenirs to the speaker.
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March 24, 2022
The Department of Software Engineering in collaboration with ORIC SMIU organized a session on “The Art Of Freelancing”. Mr. Muhammad Ali Mughal the CEO of Jawan Pakistan delivered the talk on freelancing platforms and guided students about freelancing job market. The session was held on 24th of March 2022 at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium. The number of students and faculty members from various departments attended the session and it was moderated by Mr. Ameen Chhajro Faculty coordinator ORIC.’
March 25, 2022
Pro. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said the entrepreneurship started from 18th century, but it seems different since the last fifty years. It is playing a major role in transforming the society. He said this in his concluding speech at an awareness seminar held on entrepreneurship at the Senate Hall of SMIU. It was jointly organized by SMIU and Pakistan Entrepreneurs Club (PEC).
Dr Sahrai further said the SMIU is already working on to aware its students about entrepreneurship through its Department of Business Management Science. “ORIC and QEC of the university are also contributing a lot towards research and innovative fields. Apart from it, SMIU has incubation center, which supports the students to learn about entrepreneur, entrepreneurship and business development. Dr. Sehrai said the SMIU and PEC shall work together in the areas of mutual interest.
Mr. Riaz Hussain Shah, Special Assistant to CM Sindh said Sindh Madressatul Islam University being the historic institution, has a great contribution in the development of the country. “The government of Sindh will support SMIU in its development and in its all initiatives be taken to benefit students and youth of the country.”
Ms. Zeelaf Haris Yameen, Chairperson, Pakistan Entrepreneurs Club (PEC) said youth must design their own destiny. Male and female can equally move forward for development. There is no difference in capabilities of male power and female power. She said there are a lot opportunity in entrepreneurship, which must be availed by youth of the country. She offered her cooperation to SMIU and its students in the field of entrepreneurship. “Initially we may select fifteen students who are willing to visit different industries including Port Qasim Authority,” she said.
Prof. Dr. Jamshed Halepoto, Dean Faculty of Business Administration and Management Science, said entrepreneurship brings reforms and positive change in the society. He said the society needs business and for that youth must be encouraged. He hoped that this event will prove positive initiative for students of SMIU.
Ms. Nilofer Lalani, representative from Real Estate, Travel and Aviation Industry talked about importance of the real estate in the country and said there are large opportunities in the area of real estate, which is flourishing day by day.
Syed Aijaz Ali Rizvi, Secretary Port Qasim Authority, Ministry of Maritime Affairs, invited SMIU students to visit the Authority.
Mr. Ali Suhag of Sindh Police also addressed the seminar, while Mr. Muhammad Asad Ayub, renowned Naat Khuwan of the country recited Naat.
Earlier, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, In-charge Director, Student Affairs & Counselling, SMIU, in his welcome address thanked the guests, and said this seminar will enhance cooperation between SMIU and PEC in near future.
SMIU Vice Chancellor and PEC Chairperson presented souvenirs to the guests on the occasion.
The seminar was attended by Muhammad Furqan Bilal, Chairman Karachi Division, Consumer Association of Pakistan and President Karachi All Private Schools Management Association, Mr. Kaukab Iqbal Chairman Consumer Association of Pakistan, sectional heads of SMIU including Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Dr. Abdul Hafeez, Academic Advisor to Vice Chancellor, and students of SMIU.
February 13, 2022
Sindh Government is arranging very healthy and peaceful initiative “ City Marathon” to encourage healthy and peaceful life and build harmony among citizens . The Marathon begins on 13th February 2022 at Moin Khan Academy DHA Sports Club, Karachi .
Sindh Madressatul Islam university, in collaboration with Karachi Commissioner Office is also supporting this initiative. The Department of Office of Research Innovation & Commercialization is liaising with internal departments to support this cause.
January 4, 2022
National Agriculture Education Accreditation Council (NAEAC) chairperson, Prof. Dr. Ishtiaq A. Rajwana called upon higher education institutions to dedicate the 8th semester for full fledge internship. There should not be a short course, no parallel internship or classwork in the last semester. Ideally, internships should be paid and to find such internships should be the responsibility of the head of the departments and career placement officers. The universities that adopted this practice have had fruitful results.
He was addressing the 'NAEAC Quality Assurance and Accreditation Awareness Seminar' organized by the Department of Environmental Sciences, Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU).
While addressing the importance of curricula he said that the environmental sciences discipline might be on the radar of the National Curriculum Council of Pakistan in 2022. New and national curricula of Environmental sciences were going to emerge under academic pision.
He stated, “reputable organizations present themselves and ask the professional councils for third party evaluation voluntarily.” He said that before providing accreditation, they tried to organize awareness seminars, in which their experts guided the institutions so that they could complete the requirements to get accreditation.
“To prevent parents and students from any fraud we try to differentiate between legitimate and non-legitimate educational institutions so that children get rid of defaulter institutions,” said Dr. Rajwana.
The Vice chancellor, SMIU, Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon concluded the seminar and said that usually people come and visit the institutions and concentrate on weaknesses and shortcomings but this time, he said, they received positive attitude.
“I felt quite comfortable while going through the parameters of accreditation council, and simultaneously, I was analyzing the university that fulfills the requirements,” said Dr. Sahrai, adding that he was hoping that in future visits of NAEAC they would do their best to receive W or X category.
He appreciated the inception of HEC and said the role and support of HEC shall be appreciated. Institutions like HEC were a blessing for us. If this institution did not exist, all the universities would be scattered.
On this occasion, Dr. Imran Chhajro, HoD of Environmental sciences gave a presentation on SMIU. Deans, Director ORIC, faculty, and students of the Department of Environmental Sciences were also present.December 22, 2021
More than 500 students were conferred degrees at the fourth convocation of the Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s (SMIU) held on Wednesday at a private Banquet. Girl students clinched eight out of nine gold medals whereas an equal number of boys and girls received silver medals. Gold medalist included Moomal Baig, Usama, Iqra Abbas, Hadiqa Malik (all four students of the department of business administration), Fatima Rais (computer science department), Sania Iftikhar (department of media studies), Maira (department of environmental sciences) and Hira Naz (department of education). While silver medalist included Wardah Abdul Khalique, Wajiha Islam, Aiman Khalil, Bilal Anwar, Ayesha Kalhoro, Zain-ul-Abdeen, Mohammad Annas, Rafia Qadir, Indila Mazhar, Abdul Bari, Zohaib Muhabat Ali, Sumair Abdullah, Atiqa Iqbal, and Nimra Naz.
Speaking as the chief guest, Sindh Governor Imran Ismail, also the chancellor of all public-sector universities in the province said that he has been attending convocations since the last three years and has observed how female students generally take all top positions. He said that this is to be seen whether girls are more intelligent than boys or do they take studies seriously and then why girls don’t pursue their careers in practical life. “This has become a dilemma of our society that as soon as girls get done with their education, they’re married off,” he said, adding that doing so all the hard work of girls, their struggles, and gold medals go in vain.
The governor addressing the female students said that they should step out in the professional world and serve the nation as well. He said that students generally think that life after graduation is easy, “but let me tell your nothing is easy in life, you have to struggle.”
The governor said that the federal government initiated Kamyab Nojawan Programme in Pakistan under which the youth will get an Rs50 carror load. “The students should bring in their ideas and achieve their dreams,” he said.
Vice chancellor SMIU Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that he felt highly content and pleased to congratulate his students and their proud parents for their presence in the wonderful convocation. “Indeed, it is a great pleasure to see my students clad in color gowns with smiles on their faces and fully prepared for take-off towards their bright career,” he said.
He said that all stakes of the university; those are faculty, officers, and supporting staff, need to have a strong chemistry to produce a wonderful graduate, to produce a groomed person, to produce a human being, and henceforth to produce a responsible global citizen. “It is this connection that I preached at 5th Asia-Europe Rectors’ Conference held at the Czech Republic in 2016 that in the 21st-century institutes shall receive the students as their customers and send-off them as quality products. I and my faculty are pretty confident today that the product which we are sending in the mainstream of this country and global stream of the world will serve with utmost responsibility, integrity, and honesty.”
The SMIU, he said, carries the legacy of 137 years with credit of producing visionary leadership, educationists, sports champions, rather I shall say icons of any field and top of everything the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. However, being a university, we are just nine years old starting with five programs, 129 students, and around 150 faculty and staff, he said adding that currently they are running 16 programs, having a student population of 4000 with 87 faulty of which 40% Ph.D. and 222 supporting staff. He said that they have established their recognition and space at the provincial, national, and international levels.
He shared how the Chancellor, Pro-Chancellor, and the faculty of the varsity have been able to hunt research and other projects worth Rs73 million. The projects like the establishment of High-Performance Computing Lab, National Incubation Center in collaboration with Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), Incubation Center at SMIU are few to mention, he said.
Despite financial constraints he said, the university was able to manage appropriate funds for the construction of state-of-the-art Information Technology (I.T) Tower along with the new SMIU Model School building at the city campus. The I.T. Tower houses I.T related departments with highly sophisticated equipment and an Artificial Intelligence laboratory to meet the needs of the modern-day generation. Also, the SMIU Model School of the university currently houses 720 children from lower strata of the society and are currently receiving a quality education.
In addition to these facilities at its city campus, he said, the developmental work is going on with full swing on its 100-acres land in Education City, Malir District, Karachi with a federal-funded development project to the tune of Rs.1.57 billion. In order to promote green education and food security in the country, he announced that the university aims to open the Faculty of Horticulture and Natural Sciences and Faculty of Food Sciences at its Malir Campus.
Minister for Universities and Boards also pro chancellor of SMIU also congratulated the graduates and spoke on the occasion.
January 1, 2022
As many as 2200 candidates applied via an online application, in the pre-entry test for 42 disciplines in bachelors, masters, and Ph.D. programs for spring 2022 intake at Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU).
More than 1,200 candidates appeared in undergraduate programs and the rest for those of MS and Ph.D. programs.
The university decided to hold the admission test in two phases on Saturday and Sunday to prevent the spread of Covid-19. A total of more than 1400 male and female candidates across Sindh had applied to secure admission in different departments including the Department of Business Administration, Accounting Banking and Finance, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Mathematical Sciences, Media & Communication Studies, English, Social Development, Education and Environmental Sciences, B.Ed, Commerce, at the SMIU.
On this occasion Vice Chancellor SMIU, Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that the steady increase in the number of candidates applying for admission test compared to each year is quite welcoming.
“We strive to educate the youth as per the requirements of the present age,” said Dr. Sahrai, adding that this time the university announced the admissions in various new departments to meet the needs of the market. Dr. Sahrai further stated that providing admissions on the basis of full merit is the distinction of the varsity.
The conduct of test was monitored by all the deans, Advisor Academic Affairs, Registrar and Controller of Examinations.
The result of the entrance test shall be announced on January 4, 2022, while interviews of qualified candidates would be started from January 5, which will continue until January 7, 2022. The final merit list of successful candidates will be displayed on January 13, 2022, and classes of the Spring Semester would commence from February 14, 2022.December 3, 2021
Department of Environmental Sciences and ORIC jointly organized a guest speaker session on ‘Indus Delta: Environmental and socioeconomic issues and solutions’ at Sindh Madre4ssatul Islam University (SMIU) on Friday.
Guest speaker Mr. Nasir Ali Panhwar who is also an environment and climate expert explained the importance of the Indus Delta. “Water scarcity in the Indus Delta is causing many problems like fish and crab production is declining,” he said adding that 40,000 yards of land near Thatta and Badin could not produce crops. Panhwar also highlighted different socioeconomic, climate, and environmental issues of the Indus Delta and their solutions as well. “Decreased freshwater flow, construction of dams and numerous canals, clearing of mangroves for agriculture, encroachments, habitat destruction, and pollution are major threats to the Indus Delta,” said the expert.
Guest of honor, Vice Chancellor, Prof Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon also shared his thoughts and stated that looking back over ten years, Thatta and Badin were considered export hubs. The business had grown but due to lack of water in the Indus Delta, the soil did not get productive. Addressing to the policymakers, he advised that providing water to the delta as per 1991 policy would be beneficial.
Dean Faculty of Science Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal, Manager ORIC Dr. Muhammad Afzal, HoD of Environmental Science, Dr Imran Ali, Abdul Majeed Perzado, faculty and students from different departments were present at guest speaker session.December 14, 2021
The Academic Council of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday approved 7 new programs, incorporating innovation and inspiring curriculum into Business Administration, Computer Science and Social Science. The Academic Council’s 11th meeting was chaired by the vice chancellor of SMIU Pro. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon at the Senate Hall.
Dean, Faculty of Information Technology, Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean, Faculty of Management, Business, Administration and commerce Dr. Jamshed Adil, Dean Faculty of Social Science, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Regional Director of IUCN Muhammad Zaheer Khan, former Executive Director of Ministry of Commerce Athar Jamal Abro, former MD of Oxford University Press Ameena Saiyid and others attended the meeting.
The academic council approved new courses including BS in Data Science, Cyber Security, IT, Economics, Commerce, Public Administration and Sociology.
On this occasion, Vice chancellor of SMIU Pro. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that in COVID-19 we had observed the necessity of information technology this is why we have introduced some new programs i.e. cyber scrutiny, data science, and furthermore. The world has stepped into the digital era and we need to produce well trained I.T professionals, he said and added further “our newly constructed 6 stories I.T tower is well equipped and allocated for the education of Information Technology”. Dr. Sahrai said SMI University has achieved a high position in the short time of period and added more “
he emphasized and said the induction of new courses in the Spring session includes the hard work of the members of the academic council, through which the varsity is providing furthermore quality education’.
Dr. Sahrai furthered we are offering education in10 disciplines despite challenges.
The council approved the minutes of the last Academic Council meeting. The Academic Council also confirmed the minutes of meetings held in different departments were also approved. The END
December 9, 2021
Speakers stressed the need of creating mass level awareness among the public as they may know about their fundamental (universal) rights. They expressed these views while addressing the seminar titled “Equality-Reducing Inequalities, Advancing Human Rights” which was organized by the Department of Social Development, SMIU in connection with the Human Rights Week which is being celebrated by the Department of Human Rights Government of Sindh.
Mr. Javed Sibghatullah Mahar, Secretary Human Rights Government of Sindh said we could not get our own fundamental rights until we do respect the universal rights of others. The social intolerance is increasing with the passage of time, he said and added further “since the day a human being is born his basic rights have started”. He stressed awareness about the fundamental rights of every person should be created at the mass level because the majority of people don’t know the right direction that where from their issues to get resolved. If you talk about human rights you should fulfill your due responsibilities as well, he said.
SMIU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said we must understand human rights in local connectivity, we need to create awareness as people may know what is their due right and where they are bound to respect others rights. The subject of Human Rights is already included in our course, he said and added further “We cannot protect the rights until we do not increase our literacy ratio”.
Mr. Zulfiqar Shah from Sindh Sindh Human Rights Commission sheds on the role of youth in implementing Human Rights. “the youth are the majority portion of this country’s population so as more responsibilities lie on them” he added further it is the responsibility of government to protect fundamental rights of the people.
Human rights activist Ms. Zeenia Shoukat said that where there is no equality then as a result human rights issues have occurred. The climate movement is emerging as a result of people’s activism he said and added more “People would protect their fundamental rights by the following freedom, right to information and unity”.
Later, the VC SMIU Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon distributed shields among the speakers. He appreciated the Department of Social Development for organizing seminar on human rights. THE END
December 8, 2021
Sindh Culture Day was celebrated in the Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Wednesday with jubilant students wearing Sindhi caps and Ajraks, dancing to traditional music and songs sung by students.
The main event was held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium. Speaking to the students on that occasion Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that we have the best student societies among all the universities. These [SMIU] students are making this university very different from others, he said and added further “We love entire cultures of Pakistan as much we love and respect our own culture”. He stressed to students that they shall not forget our social values, we are hopeful that our students will adopt these values with their education at SMIU.
Appreciating the role of the Directorate of Students Affairs and Counselling and student’s societies who organized this event Mr. Memon said, this is a great sign that students were involved in curricular activities besides their education.
Earlier Dr. Asif Ali Wagan Students Affairs and Counselling, Dr. Subhash Guriro, Lecturer Mr. Ajab Ali Lashari, Lecture Wafa Mansoor and Lecturer Khusboo also shed light on the rich culture, heritage and civilization of Sindh on the occasion.
The students of various societies presented poetry, sung songs, arranged cultural walks and dances at the occasion.
Students displayed stalls of their handicrafts and traditional Sindhi food on the premises of the varsity. The EndDecember 1, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has promoted its 45 lower staff
The ceremony to distribute the orders under the Time Scale Promotion of non-promotional posts of the employees from BPS-1 to BPS-14 was held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Wednesday.
SMIU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said due rights of the employees of the universities were being provided accordingly. “I ensure you to have your due rights in coming years as well,” he added.
Prof. Memon said that there was not a single precedent of promoting the lower staff to upper grade. “I am your supporter and I will always support you to get your due rights,” he said.
SMIU VC also announced that every employee of the university will be given financial assistance of Rs50,000 on the occasion of marriage ceremony of his/her first child.
December 1, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and University of Sufism and Modern Sciences, Bhittshah have agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to foster academic and research cooperation.
The MoU was signed by vice chancellors of both the universities at main campus of SMIU on Wednesday.
According to the MoU, both the institutions will establish academic linkage through exchange and cooperation in education and research through mutual interest of their faculty members, students and research scholars.
Both the universities will also conduct research activities in the discipline of management sciences, social sciences and information technology.
“The University of Sufism and Modern Sciences is one of important universities of Pakistan,” commented SMIU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon. He said the university will progress more in coming years. “We need such university,” he said, adding that the MoU signed between both the universities will help each other to learn and progress.
Speaking on the occasion of MoU signing ceremony, USMS Bhittshah Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Parveen Munshi said that the students from her university will an opportunity to interact with the students enrolled in the universities of Karachi city. “We focus over women education,” she said. She said that 40 percent female students were enrolled in her university.
SMIU officials, including deans Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dr. Jamshed Adil, Dr. Zahid Channar, Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani abd Advisor to VC Dr. Abdul Hafeez attended the MoU signing ceremony. Dr. Muhammad Sohaib Khan director USMS Bhittshah was also present. EndNovember 23, 2021
SMI University Celeberates World TV Day 2021
Sindh Madreessatul Islam University’s Directorate of Broadcasting and Media Trainings (MTC) organized one-day seminar on the occasion of “World Television Day”,on topic of EVOLUTION OF TELEVISION IN PAKISTAN
At Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi, On Tuesday 23rd November 2021 from 2pm to 5pm.
The Seminar started with Recitation of Holy Quran and National anthem of Pakistan. In Inaugural session Director MTC Mr. Mushtaq Muhammad welcomed all esteemed guests and students in the seminar and briefed about World Television Day. Mr. Tanveer Jamal (senior TV artist), gave his speech as keynote speaker at the event in which he addressed the issues of media and motivated the students to join television industry. Senior Broadcast journalist and Political Analyst Mr. Mazhar Abbas also highlighted the changing trends of media specifically current affairs and news section. Honorable Vice Chancellor SMI University Prof. Dr. Mujeeb Uddin Sahrai Memon expressed his views and thanked the dignitaries who attended the seminar.
Seminar on Evolution of Television in Pakistan consisted on 2 panel discussions covering entertainment and news sections of Television with renowned guest panelist.
First panel discussion was named; TV as a Household: Journey of Its Diversity moderated by Ms. Hadia Khalil, lecturer Department of Media and Communication Studies with veteran and senior names of entertainment TV drama industry.
Mr. Kaiser Khan Nizamani,Actor, Director, Producer
Ms. KaifGhaznavi,Vatern TV Drama Actress
Mr. Tanveer Jamal, Senior TV artist, Director, Producer
Mr. Akbar Subhani, Senior TV Artist
Second panel discussion was about; Evolution of Television News in Pakistan. The panel moderated by Mr. SadaquatHussain, Program Manager MTC. The session as named discussed evolution process of news in Pakistani TV Channels. Guests of the panel discussion was;
Mr. Mazhar Abbas,Senior Broadcast Journalist, Political Analyst
Ms. NajiaAshar,Senior Broadcast Journalist, Consultant, Trainer
Mr. Masood Raza,Senior Broadcast Journalist, Anchor, Producer
Shields and souvenirs was distributed by Honorable Vice Chancellor SMI University to the guests and moderators.
October 27, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Ziauddin University singed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday.
The officials of both the universities agreed to develop academic cooperation in various fields and also agreed to initiate collaborative activities in academic areas of mutual interest such as exchange of faculty and researchers for purpose of teaching, conducting lectures and research, exchange of expertise, exchange of students, conducting collaborative research projects, to jointly organize symposia, seminars, conferences as well as sharing of academic information and materials.
“This is the start of a relationship between the two leading universities of Pakistan,” said SMIU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon. “We will have to work together in different fields in coming years,” he added.
He also briefed the delegation about the historical background of the university, quality education being provided to the students and the overall progress of the university since its inception.
Vice Chancellor Ziauddin University, Prof. Dr. Syed Irfan Hyder, commented that he was honoured to witness the MoU between the two leading universities of the country.
He also briefed the growth of Ziauddin University in different fields, appreciating the role of SMIU in education sector.
The MoU documents were signed by both the vice chancellors at the main building of SMIU.
SMIU’s officials, including university Registrar Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Prof. Dr. Jamshed Adil Halepoto, Director ORIC Dr. Aamir Iqbal Umrani and Dr. Abdul Hafeez Khan while Ziauddin University’s Director-ORIC Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Umrani and Ms. Ambreen Muzammil, also attended the MoU signing ceremony.
October 15, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) organized a series of events including Qira'at and Naat competitions among students and a special talk on the ‘Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH)’, celebrating the ‘Ashra Rehmaul-Lil-Aalimeen (PBUH).
Addressing the students, faculty members and staff, university’s Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, said that Muslims should follow the Holy Quran and Sunnah for a better life. “The life of Holy Prophet (PBUH) is an ideal life for every Muslims,” he said, advising students to follow the Islamic principles of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) as his teachings provide a "Mashal-e-Raah" to all the generations.
“His life is a complete code of conduct,” Prof. Memon said. He said that the Prophet of Islam talked about everything, including gender equity, justice, liberty, human rights, environment and many others issues. He urged the university students to read more and more about the life of the Prophet (PBUH) to develop a better society.
Meanwhile, SMIU’s Directorate of Student Affairs and Counseling in coordination with Allied department faculty members organised series of events at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium.
In the Qira'at competition, Shah Abdul Hadi from the department of Software Engineering secured the first position, Abdullah from Computer Science Department secured second position while Hafiz Abdur Raffay from the Department of Business Administration got third position.
In the Naat competition, Waheed Ahmed from Business Administration Department got the first position, second position was secured by Tasadiq Hussain of Computer Science Department and the third position was achieved by the student of Department of Artificial Intelligence, Abdullah Farooq.
Dr. Umair Raeesuddin, a lecturer, highlighted the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), shedding light on the concept of calling him Rehmatul-Lil-Aalimeen. He shared some great examples from the life of Holy Prophet (PBUH) stating that how an individual in today's world may lead an ideal life by following the Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH).
Prof. Memon also awarded certificates and cash prizes to the winners of the competitions.
October 14, 2021
The health experts said that one in every eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer. They advise the early detection is very important to overcome the disease.
During the awareness session organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Thursday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, Dr. Sehrish Fatima from Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital said that Pakistan has highest number of breast cancer patients. “This is because of lack of awareness and the shyness among the women,” she explained.
While speaking to the female faculty members and students of SMIU and the SMIU Model School, Dr. Sehrish Fatima said that the exact cause of the breast cancer was not known as yet. “Everyone is at risk of developing breast cancer irrespective of class, creed or gender,” she said.
Dr. Sehrish Fatima also advised the participants to regularly monitor the body as there was no age limit for the disease. She said that women aged above 40 should go for mammography once in a year.
“It’s solely your responsibility to take care of yourself,” Dr. Sehrish Fatima advised the female students, asking the participants to spend just five minutes to monitor the body once in a month.
Another expert Dr. Sheeba Qureshi, explained the participants about the non-cancerous lumps around the breasts. She advised the female students to be aware of the disease as the awareness about it could save the life.
Ms. Zonaira Jalali, SMIU Manager of Directorate Students Affairs and Counselling, said that SMIU was observing the Pink Ribbon Day each year to create awareness among the female staff and the students.
SMIU students presented a theater performance to create awareness among the young girls.
The students also arranged an awareness walk and an art exhibition in the campus related to breast cancer awareness.
October 14, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University Vice Chancellor Prof. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that teachers played a very crucial role in shaping the future of the people and society.
He said this while addressing a farewell party held in honor of the retiring vice principal of SMIU Model School Ms. Zahida Abbasi on Thursday.
While lauding the services of Ms. Abbasi for the historical education institution of the country and its pupils, Prof. Memon said that: “your services will always be remembered. You will remain always the part of this institution.”
SMIU Model School Principal Ms. Nabila Kanwal also commended the outstanding performance of Ms. Abbasi. “Our school has progressed significantly and this is all because of teachers like Ms. Abbasi,” she said.
Ms. Nabila Kanwal said that SMIU’s school has been considered as one of the reputed schools in the city where every parent wanted to enroll his kid.
Sharing her experience at the school and with its management, Ms. Abbasi said that she had invested the most valuable time with the great and historical institution of the country. “This institution has itself a motivation,” she said, thanking the relationship with her colleagues.
Seniors teachers also lauded the services of Ms. Abbasi.
SMIU VC Prof. Memon also presented a shield to the retiring teacher of the school.
October 6, 2021
The Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sindh Madressatul Islam University Karachi signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with University of Cologne, Germany which is one of top ten universities of Germany, on October 6, 2021. The MoU has been inked to collaborate between the two high seats of learning on Stem Cell Technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) along with other areas of mutual interest such as faculty and students exchange programs, research activities, joint research projects, and distinguished lecture series. Both the institutions have vowed to undertake research activities in the areas: 1) mental age and stow behind genetics of people with Down Syndrome, 2) improving speech disorders in people with Down Syndrome using Artificial Intelligence, and 3) artificial intelligence based tools and techniques for early detection and management of stress. The MoU was signed by Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Pakistan, and Prof. Dr. J. Hescheler, Director, Institute of Neurophysiology University of Cologne, Germany.
October 8, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Sindh Forest Department inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up urban forest at SMIU Malir Campus.
Sindh Forest Department will provide 20,000 native plants. The drive to plant trees will continue for one-and-half month.
The forest department will plant the indigenous trees, including ornamental and fruit plants.
During the signing ceremony of the MoU, officials from SMIU and Forest Department agreed that all possible help will be provided for the successful plantation campaign.
“The climate change is one of the major challenges Pakistan has been facing,” said SMIU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon. He said that the country could overcome the prevailing situation with the help of vigorous plantation drives.
Prof. Memon said that SMIU’s Environment Science Department was already offering various degree programs and conducting environmental research and studies.
Karachi’s Divisional Forest Officer Mr. Maqsood Ahmed Memon said that Sindh Forest Department has started plantation drive with the help of different government departments as part of the Ten Billion Tree Tsunami Project. He said that his department will provide all technical support to SMIU.
University’s Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Deans, Chairpersons, and other officials were present during the MoU signing meeting.
October 5, 2021
Teachers are born naturally and they must pay their services voluntarily and dedicate their efforts to the future of society.
This was said in a discussion held in connection with the ‘World Teachers’ Day’ celebrated at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the Sindh Madressatul Islam University.
Well-known educationist and former vice chancellor of the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Mazharul Haq Siddiqui was the chief guest of the event. He said that teachers should be sincere with their profession and must provide services without any greed.
Sharing his experience and opinions, Mr. Siddiqui said that universities in Sindh have played a very important role.
SMIU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon gave all the credit of his achievements to his teachers. “Whatever I am today and serving in this capacity is because of my teachers.” He added that he was still learning. “I feel immensely proud that I am the son of a school teacher [Taj Sahrai] who is also an alumnus of this great institution [SMI]. I am leading an institution where my father also studied.”
Prof. Memon said that after he had graduated, he had the option to choose some other profession but he joined the field of teaching. He emphasised that the only thing a teacher deserved was respect.
Another panelist, Prof. K.S. Nagpal said that a teacher must consider his profession as worship. "It is a teacher who invented and transformed all the professions,” he remarked.
“The role of the teacher in the Indus civilization was that of a spiritual leader,” he said, adding that teachers in South Asia were also supposed to develop moral, ethical and psychological sides of learners. “Teachers were known as Guru that means a person who brings students from darkness to light.” He said the best teacher would be friend of students.
The other speakers included SMIU Social Science Dean Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Business Administration Dean Prof. Dr. Jamshed Adil, Dr. Stephen John and Dr. Amir Umrani.
Students of Department of Education presented a theatre, paying the tribute to their teachers.
September 1, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University celebrated its 137th Foundation Day on Wednesday (September 01) at its main campus.
Advisor to Sindh Chief Minister on Law and Administrator Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Barrister Murtaza Wahab Siddiqui was the chief guest of the event.
Highlighting the importance of SMIU he said this institution has played a vital role in the movement of independence of Pakistan. He said that university’s structure was amazing. In the university’s premises, I.I. Chundrigar Road and Aiwan-i-Tijarat Road will be renovated very soon. “SMIU is providing education and producing leaders for 137 years,” added Mr Siddiqui.
SMIU’s Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that Hassanally Effendi, the founder of SMI, transformed the youth with his vision of serving education. When Mr Effendi met Sir Syed Ahmad Khan he was told to think about the university instead of a school. Today that dream has come true and SMI became a university, he said.
He further said that this institute created so many leaders in almost every walk of life. He added that due to financial constraints we are moving slowly and the government must look into it.
Secretary Universities & Boards Dr. Mansoor Abbas Rizvi also spoke on the occasion and highlighted the historical value of the SMI.
University students presented tableaus and songs on the foundation day.
The guests were presented shields by Prof. Memon.
August 14, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that Sindh Madressatul Islam played unprecedented role in the creation of Pakistan.
This he said during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations on Saturday at the main campus while speaking to the staff and the faculty. He said that many renowned personalities have been part of this great institution, including the father of the nation – Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Quoting Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, an alumnus of SMI and renowned educationist, Prof. Memon said that: “Shah called SMI as Child of Sindh and Mother of Pakistan.”
After the hoisting Pakistani flag and the cake cutting ceremony, speaking to the staff of the university, Prof. Memon said that the people of this country are privileged Pakistanis. We are blessed nation. Pakistan is an amazing and a rich country and everyone has to play the due role for the progress and development of it.
He also said that the educational institutions especially the universities were playing a very important role for the nation building. “We have a youth energy that will certainly develop this nation in years to come,” he added.
July 14, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and the Balochistan University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) Khuzdar signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen the relationship between the both universities.
SMIU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon and BUET Khuzdar VC Dr. Ehsan Ullah Khan Kakar signed the documents of the MoU during Dr Kakar’s visit to SMIU.
Dr Kakar visited various parts of the varsity and was inspired by the architecture, educational environment and dedicated faculty members of the SMIU. He said that he felt hanoured to see the historical institution of Pakistan that had played a pivotal role in the history of the country in particular and the region in general.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by SMIU’s deans, including Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dr Jamshed Adil, Dr Aftab Ahmed and Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh.
Mr. Hamid Tariq and Mr. Aslam Zaib from BUET Khuzdara were also present during the ceremony.
According to the MoU, both the institutions will jointly collaborate in educational, training and research activities and will make suitable arrangements for the trainings of students and faculty members.
July 6, 2021
The President of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Mr. Shariq Vohra has said
on Tuesday that the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) will be provided internships and job opportunities.
This he said while addressing the oath taking ceremony of newly elected office bearers of SMIU Student Council for 2021-2022 at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium.
After administrating the oath, Mr. Shariq Vohra congratulated the newly elected student council members and expressed his appreciation for their active involvement in the health activities during studies.
KCCI President advised the students to hone their leadership potential by developing a vision and enhancing their communication skills. “You [students] have an opportunity to grow and decide your own career,” he remarked, saying that the era of great development of science has created many opportunities to the students.
Addressing the students, Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, Vice Chancellor SMIU, said that SMIU was one of the few universities in the country whereby a 35-member
Student Council body was elected through a pure democratic process. He encouraged the council to work with dedication and provide maximum opportunities to the students of the university for their personal and professional development.
“SMI has played a great role in the history of Pakistan,” Prof. Memon said. “We will try to involve industrial sector to provide better opportunities to the students of this great institution,” he added.
On this occasion, Dr. Asif Ali Wagan, Director Student Affairs, elaborated the electoral process of SMIU Student Council and encouraged the students to participate in the extra-curricular activities of the varsity. “Apart from these healthy activities, I will advise you to concentrate on your studies as
well,” he added.
The appreciation certificates were distributed by Mr. Shariq Vohra and Prof. Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon among the former office bearers of Student Council 2019-2020.
Souvenirs were also presented to Mr. Shariq Vohra by Vice Chancellor SMIU.
July 1, 2021
Students of Media and Communication Studies organized ‘The Beginner’s Composition’ exhibition on Thursday.
The students displayed their unique work, including photos, graphic designing in the Inner Courtyard of the university.
Students from various departments, faculty members and staff of the university visited the exhibition
and appreciated the efforts of the students. “Our youth is very talented,” commented SMIU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahari Memon.
“Their ideas are innovative and unique,” he added. He asked the officials of the university to introduce the talent of the students to the world. “Other universities will also be invited to display such kind of work in future exhibitions,” he added. Prof. Memon appreciated the organizers of the event, including Ms Ifrah Imam, the lecturer of the department and Mr. Khalid Soomro, the visiting faculty. Various officials and faculty members, including Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Dean Social Science Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Business Administration Dr. Jamshed Adil and others, attended the exhibition.
30 June, 2021
The SMIU arranged a three-day program titled ‘Skill Development Program’ for the final year students of the university.
The graduating students attended various sessions, including CV writing, Mock Interview, Career Counseling, Motivational Speaking, Time Management and Change Management.
Addressing the certificate distribution ceremony, university’s Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that: “we believe in supporting and developing our students to compete in the market and such programs are extremely important for them.”
After the reopening of the university, the SMIU is actively engaged in organizing different initiatives for the faculty and students.
More than 150 students participated in all the sessions which were conducted by 13 national and international experts from various industries.
Prof. Memon appreciated the efforts of the Directorate of Students Affairs and faculty members for planning and organizing such an excellent program. He further said that skill development was indispensable in today’s competitive market. “This university believes in supporting and developing the skills of students in every possible way,” he remarked.
Prof. Memon said that the SMIU as an institute aimed to produce mature and groomed students. “You as a student enter this university as a customer and leave as its product,” he said.
June 15, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Dawn Convertec Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the relationship in education and academic research.
The MoU was inked at SMIU campus in the presence of officials of SMIU and Dawn Convertec Limited. Both the institutions will jointly collaborate in educational, training and research activities.
Professor Dr Jamshed Adil the SMIU’s Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce while Mr. Asadullah Khan Rajput Chief Financial Officer of the Dawn Convertec Limited singed the MoU.
Dr Aamir Iqbal, Director Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), Manager ORIC Dr Afzal Chhajro and Mr Faisal Naseem from Dawn Convertec Limited were also present during the signing ceremony.
June 2, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and the Hashmani Group of Hospitals inked the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide health facilities to the employees and students of the SMIU. The SMIU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon and the Chief Executive Officer of Hashmani Group of Hospitals Mr Arslan Hashmani signed the documents at the VC Secretariat.
The Hashmani Group of Hospitals will provide health facilities to the SMIU employees and its students. It will also set up medical camps and conduct health awareness sessions at different occasions.
Prof Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon briefed the delegation about the university and said that: “we were living in pandemic situation and safety and health of employees and students was university’s priority.
“SMIU is a historical institute and relationship with it is considered an honour for any organisation,” said Professor Memon. He said that he wanted a strong and better relationship with Hashmani Group of Hospitals in future too.
Speaking on the MoU signing ceremony, Mr. Arslan said that the Hashmani Group of Hospitals will also collaborate in other areas, including internships and scholarships for the SMIU students.
SMIU Registrar Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dr Jamshed Adil, Dr Aamir Iqbal, and Ammar Shakeel Corporate Manager, Hashmani Group of Hospitals witnessed the MoU signing ceremony.
The Vice Chancellor also presented a shield to the CEO of the Hashmani Group of Hospitals.
March 30, 2021
The Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and the Dawood University of Engineering and Technology (DUET) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
Both the universities have agreed to cooperate and collaborate in the field of research and academic excellence.
The registrars of both the universities signed the MoU while the Vice Chancellor of SMIU Prof. Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon and Vice Chancellor of the DUET Dr Faizullah Abbasi witnessed the signing ceremony.
The faculty members and officers of both the universities also were present during the MoU ceremony.
March 26, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Water (USPCAS-W) established at the Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Jamshoro have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on different areas of collaborative research and academic exchange.
Representatives of both institutions, including Prof Dr Syed Asif Ali, the Dean Sciences of SMIU and Prof Dr Rasool Bux Mahar, the Director US-PCAS-W, signed the agreement and shared their views regarding collaborative research and academic exchange.
They showed the cooperation for the betterment of institutes and country. Both the major universities of Sindh have agreed to promote and co-operate in academic research and agreed to explore in different fields, including environmental sciences, integrated water resources management, GIS and remote sensing, soil and water analysis, water, sanitation and health sciences, advance water and wastewater quality analysis.
The MoU was signed at USPCAS-W Mehran UET Jamshoro on Friday.
March 23, 2021
The Consul General of Turkey in Karachi Mr. Tolga Ucak called on SMIU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Mujeebduddin Sahrai Memon on March 25, 2021.
Mr. Ucak visited different parts of the varsity, including its museum and library. The honourable guest showed his keen interest in belongings of the founder of SMI Khan Bahadur Hassanaly Effendi because of Effendi’s Turkish legacy.
Mr. Ucak appreciated the team of the museum for keeping the historical record of SMI, its founder, alumni’s belongings, and souvenirs. He also wrote his views in the ‘Guests’ Book, lauding the use of technology in the library.
The Turkish envoy acknowledged the role of the SMI in the development of the society and especially the role of its students in the creation of Pakistan.
Mr. Ucak was very impressed by the architecture of SMI and admired the custodians of the 136-year-old building. “It was an honor and privilege to visit this historic museum and the university,” Mr Ucak said.
He assured SMIU administration for the future support in academic and research sides from the Turkish government.
March 8, 2021
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) celebrated the International Women’s Day, lauding the role of women in the development of the country.
The faculty members, staff and scores of students participated in the event held at Sir Shah Nawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Monday.
Owing to outstanding role in various fields, the Pakistani women received a standing ovation by the students and the faculty members of the varsity.
Addressing the program, Tara Uzra Dawood, president of the Ladiesfund and the Dawood Global Foundation, said that she was inspired by the role the university was playing in the development of society. “This great institution is building resilience.”
She said that the future is female, advising the female students of the university to work hard if they want to achieve something in their life.
Nisha Rao, the first transgender lawyer of the country, urged the government and other organisations to spend money on education and skill development projects for the transgender community. “This will be a great service to our people.”
She said that her presence at the law college while she was pursuing her degree was unacceptable to her classmates. “I don’t understand why people don’t accept us as a part of society,” she asked. She remarked that education has changed her life completely.
Commending the role of different Pakistani women, SMIU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon said that they have played a very positive role in making this nation proud. “We have to maintain the balance for further development of the country. The country will prosper with your [women’s] participation.”
He said that Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, the great poet of Sindh, conveyed this message to the world through his characters like Sohni, Momal, Sassui and Marui. “His poetry has different meanings at local and global levels.”
He remarked that Pakistan’s geography and human resources makes it a wonderful country. “I want to salute some of the best women of Pakistan who played a very important and a decisive role in the development of the country and this nation.”
Among the names he listed were Fatima Jinnah, Begum Ra’ana Liaquat Ali Khan, Benazir Bhutto, Fahmida Mirza, Hina Rabbani Khar, Malala Yousafzai, Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and Arfa Karim.
The students of the Department of Media & Communication Studies also presented a theater titled ‘Daagh’.
On the occasion, Prof. Memon distributed trophies and shields among the winners and runners of a women cricket tournament and painting competition. End
March 1, 2021
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has allowed the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) to start a PhD program in Environmental Science. SMIU Vice Chancellor Pro Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, while congratulating faculty and staff members of the university, said that HEC’s decision to permit the university to start another PhD program along with the ongoing undergraduate and graduate programs in Environmental Science showed its trust in its quality education. He also congratulated the Faculty of Environmental Science on the success of their efforts in this regard.
The PhD program would be started from the current Spring session. It is pertinent to mention that SMIU has already run three PhD programs in subjects of Media & Communication Studies, Computer Science, and Artificial Intelligence & Mathematical Sciences.
January 8, 2021
The Syndicate of Sindh Madressatual Islam University (SMIU) meeting with its Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Mujeebuddin Sahrai Memon, in chair, held 24th online session on Friday and decided to upgrade office superintendent, office assistant and clerks as per Sindh Government rules.
The meeting approved the minutes of the last Syndicate about Academic Council and Financial Planning Commission.
The Syndicate approved the committee to form SMIU’s policy on sexual harassment as per the Higher Education Commission’s policy guidelines.
The Syndicate members welcomed the appointment of Prof Memon as the Vice Chancellor of the SMIU, saying the historical institution of the country will progress further under the leadership of Prof. Memon.
The meeting was attended by CEO Indus Hospital Dr Abdul Bari, representative of Sindh Higher Education Commission Dr. A.Q. Mughal, Director Centre for Excellence in Journalism-IBA Kamal Siddiqi, Haji Hanif Tayyab, Shahzad Mahmood and others. Ends
Karachi, September 20, 2019
The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Mayor Mr. Wasim Akhtar visited the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Friday and discussed educational activities with the university Vice Chancellor Mr Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
The City Mayor was briefed by VC Mr. Dr. Shaikh about the historical importance of the SMIU that is also the Alma Mater of Pakistan's Founder Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
"The SMIU is a historical education institution of not only Karachi but of Pakistan," Dr Shaikh briefed. He said that the SMIU is one of the modern public sector universities in the megalopolis and provides quality education to its students.
Karachi, September 5, 2019
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that those students who have succeeded to get admission at SMIU are very fortunate because they, now have become a part of that historic institution, where founder of Pakistan Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was also a student for four and half years. This why this fact, while brings honor, also brings responsibility on their shoulders to steer Pakistan in the direction envisioned by Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
He said this on Thursday, while addressing the Orientation Day for a class-2023 in which batch of five hundred new students were inducted, at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU. The students have been admitted in the disciplines of Computer Science, Business Administration, Media and Communication Studies, Environmental Sciences and Education in Under Graduate, Graduate and PhD programs.
Welcoming the newly enrolled students at SMIU, the Vice Chancellor, Dr.Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the selected students were more 20% of the total applicants. He regretted that 80% students could not be offered admission at SMIU due to constraints of space. "A large number of applicants also showed their and their parents’ confidence in the quality of education as well as SMIU’s environment" he added and hoped that with construction of buildings and development of new campus in Education City, Malir, SMIU will be able to admit more students in near future.
Dr. Shaikh urged the students to utilize the period of their degree programs in not only acquiring the skills in their respective grade but also improve themselves as good human beings. He stated that professional skills may help to earn livelihood but moral development alleviates a human being far beyond. He advised them to develop a good balance in their curricular and co-curricular activities.
Earlier, deans of various faculties, chairpersons and heads of different departments introduced their departments through presentations. A documentary on the "Past, Present and Future of SMIU" was also screened on the occasion. Later on, students visited various departments of the university.
Karachi, August 31, 2019
Advisor to Sindh Chief Minister on Universities and Boards, Nisar
Ahmed Khuhro has said the illustrious students of the Sindh
Madressatul Islam had laid foundation of Pakistan as it started with
the separation of Sindh from the Bombay Presidency and that new
province passed the resolution for the creation of Pakistan.
"Those great students of the Sindh Madressatul Islam have the historic
role to be involved, directly and indirectly, in creation of Pakistan.
They struggled for the separation of Sindh from the Bombay Presidency;
thus the province of Sindh came forward to call for a new country for
the Muslims of the British India," said Nisar Ahmed Khuhro while
speaking as the chief guest at the Sindh Madressatul Islam
University’s 135th foundation day at a local hotel on Friday evening.
Mr. Khuhro said all at the event had gathered there to pay homage to
the heroes of the nation; and the occasion was befitting to pay
tribute to those heroes who had tabled and got passed the resolution
from the Sindh Assembly for creation of Pakistan.
He said that he was proud of Sindh Madressatul Islam as we all here
are passing our lives with freedom in a sovereign country of our own.
He said he felt immense happiness in attending the foundation day of
the SMIU and offered his complete support in making the university
attaining its greater ambitions to impart quality education to its
students.
He appreciated the efforts of Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, vice
chancellor, SMIU, for making it possible to get university status for
a great educational institution, which was the greatest tribute that
could be paid to its meritorious students, their faculties and the
founders.
He said all issues and problems, including terrorism and increasing
intolerance in the society were created by the lack of education. He
added Hasan Ali Effendi had realized all that, which was why he
thought to establish a quality educational institution to make the
society better educated that could be forthcoming for modern ideas to
accept and even conceptualize.
Nisar Ahmed Khuhro said late Effendi had founded the SMI for the
children of people belonging to the middle class so that they could
become better and productive individuals of the society who could play
a good role in reforming the society on modern lines.
Mr. Khuhro said Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh’s efforts had enabled the SMIU
to be in the league of the country’s best universities. He said he was
happy to see the SMIU was on the path of progress and the Sindh
government was there to support it at all levels.
VC SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said today we have completed 134 years
to the establishment of the SMIU. He added many institutions could not
maintain its quality with the passage of time; but, SMIU was among
those which had maintained its quality for the past seven years since
it had been granted the status of a university and it was getting even
better.
He said it was quality of the SMIU and sustained efforts by its
faculty and administration that had included it among the country’s
best universities.
Dr. Shaikh said Hasan Ali Effendi was the first person in Sindh who
realized that the Muslims of Sindh could not progress until they did
not attain expertise in science and technology. For that very reason
he established this institution because people belonging to other
communities were way advanced in the field of education in those
times.
He said it was a part of the history that how that institution had
played a vital part in changing the whole region after its
establishment.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said the personalities that got education from
the SMI had played key role in laying foundation of Pakistan. He added
though the SMI had primarily been established for the Muslims of
Sindh, but people belonging to all faiths would render their services
here.
He said former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, his father Sir
Shahnawaz Bhutto and daughter, also a twice-elected prime minister,
Benazir Bhutto, were also related to the SMIU.
Dr Shaikh said the SMIU offered quality education against affordable
fees; while 40 per cent of its students had been given full
scholarship.
"We are producing leaders of the future in the shape of students. We
offer study tours to our students in and outside the country to
enhance their talents," said Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Justice (R) Sarmad Jalal Osmany said he was hugely inspired by the
students’ performance on stage. He said he was proud to be part of an
institution which was alma mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Christina Tribble of the US consulate general in
Karachi congratulated the SMIU’s VC on completion of 134 years to
SMIU. She said SMIU was a famous institution and its students were
illustrious. She expressed best wishes for the progress of the
university.
Justice (R) Ali Dino Metlo said though the SMIU had completed its 134
years, yet, it was a beginning of sorts and he hoped its students
would make SMIU greater in near future.
Turkish consul general Tolga Ucak and director
general of Institute of Business Administration Farrukh Iqbal also
spoke.
Earlier, cake was cut on the occasion of SMIU’s foundation day while
students presented tableaus to highlight cultures of the country’s
four provinces.
Karachi, August 7, 2019
The Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University accepted Dr. Hamida Khuhro’s collection of books on a wide variety of subjects as offered by her family in view of her desire. The Syndicate also approved instituting "Dr. Hamida Khuhro Research Fellowship" to conduct research on Sindh, Pakistan and South Asia, as a mark of respect towards the scholar who remained actively involved with the SMIU during her life. This was decided in the 21st meeting of syndicate which was held yesterday (Wednesday) at SMIU.
It was further decided in an understanding reached with her daughter, Ms. Nuha Ansari, the collection shall be kept in an exclusive room in Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi Library and would be called "Dr. Hamida Khuhro Collection". These books shall be used for reference and research and would be accessible to faculty and students of SMIU as well as outside scholars. It is pertinent to mention that Dr. Khuhro was one of the most renowned historian and scholar of the region, who wrote several books relating to history of this region.
The Syndicate also decided to organize 3rd edition of SMIU’s flagship event, the "Festival of Arts & Ideas" in December this year. It was decided to expand it to the faculty and students of other universities also and opened it general public. The Syndicate was given a briefing about two previously held festivals held in 2017 and 2018, where several national and international scholars and academics had participated in various programs in addition to activities aimed at promotion of arts amongst the younger generation.
The Syndicate also approved holding another event relating to promotion of creative arts and media (CAM) in October this year, in collaboration with DICE-Foundation, USA. The objective of the event is to promote media and creative art in the country in such a manner that they should bring prosperity to Pakistan.
The Syndicate also showed its satisfaction over the construction work of an additional campus of SMIU, being built in Education City, Malir, where first building would be operational from next month. It was decided that the Environmental Science Department of the university would start functioning partially in the newly constructed building from the fall session starting in September 2019, making SMIU the first university to start teaching and research in the Education City.
The meeting was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of SMIU, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Karachi, July 27, 2019
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) with the collaboration of Ministry of Sindh Cultural and Tourism on last evening hosted a reception for two filmmakers from Hollywood who visited the country to have firsthand experience of emerging Pakistani cinema and Karachi was their last destination. The program was presided over by the Provincial Minister of Sindh for Education, Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities, Syed Sardar Ali Shah who is also pro chancellor of SMIU while the session was co-chaired by the Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Sindh Minister for Education and Culture and Tourism, Syed Sardar Ali Shah welcomed Alix Madigan and Maria Raquel Bozzi and accorded warm welcome to the US filmmakers and added that their presence today signaled very positive and encouraging message to the film fraternity here also for promoting our real, true and soft image of Pakistan. He said Karachi had become a peaceful city with the concerted efforts of the provincial government and the state institutions under the patronage of the young leadership of Pakistan Peoples Party, he added further "only culture and its connectivity had the final say, to say goodbye to fanaticism and extremism".
He said he was sure that with the screening of movies by independent Pakistani filmmakers and students on the themes of peace, culture and heritage could provide us opportunity that would inspire more aspirants to compete for the times to come with the film industry in the country and abroad.
He said the culture department would establish a film institute and asked all related people in the country and the US embassy to assist the provincial government.
Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has also welcomed the delegate and got them visited the university before a formal session of speeches followed by a musical evening in which popular folk singers and musicians enthralled the audience with their performance.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said SMIU was the oldest among the educational institutions which had been founded by the Muslim philanthropists in the region and it had produced personalities that left huge impact in the Subcontinent’s history and Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the most notable among them.
He said after attaining the status of a university, the SMIU had imparted education in various disciplines, which included creative arts. He said the university’s students were hardworking and meritorious and would be hugely benefited by an exchange programme elsewhere for development of their skills and capacity.
He said the university would start a programme to award bachelor’s degree in filmmaking while short courses on filmmaking and related subjects would start next month.
He said that Karachi had emerged as the main centre for filmmaking in the country.
US Consulate General’s director public affairs, Jason Green, said he was a big fan of SMIU and was privileged to have visited its magical building. He thanked the VC SMIU for inviting them at the reception.
Alix Madigan said Karachi was last stop to their week-long tour to Pakistan. She said the week they had been in Pakistan was memorable for many aspects, which included their meetings with a number of independent producers and academia.
She said it was heartening for the two US filmmaker to see immense talent for filmmaking in Pakistan whose talent and passion for creating art was not easily describable.
Maria Raquel Bozzi said they met many people during their tour to the country. She said the US government was keen to assist in the field of filmmaking in various countries.
She added the two filmmakers from Hollywood were excited to see how greatly people in the field in Pakistan were involved with filmmaking and that experience would always be a thing for her to cherish.
Later, provincial minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah and VC SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh distributed shields, souvenirs and present Ajraks to the distinguished guests.
Famous singers Taj Mastani, and Faheem Alan, Sarndonawaz Muhammd Hassan, Marwari singer Shoukat Ali and Alghoza Nawaz, Arbab Khoso performed in the end. The songs and great rendition forced the audience to dance in front of the stage.
The reception was attended by the member Sindh assembly Qasim Siraj Soomro, famous singer and social activist Shehzad Roy, well known actress Mehwish Hayat, Muhammad Anwer of Frederick Norman Foundation, Faisal Qureshi and many other showbiz personalities and philanthropists.
Karachi, July 15, 2019
The delegation of Hanns Seidel Foundation here on Monday called on the Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr.Muhammad Ali Shaikh at his office. The delegation was led by Andreas Duerr, country Director Pakistan, Hanns Seidel Foundation. In the meeting they discussed the future collaborations aimed at involving youth in nation building activities and initiatives.
In this connection a MoU will be signed for the collaborations to involve youth in activities aimed nation building.
The Vice Chancellor SMIU, Dr.Muhammad Ali Shaikh said we are interested in cooperation to visible the reflection of real Pakistan. "SMIU is hub of different cultures from across the Pakistan where all the cultural colors merged with each other" he said. He assured the delegation that they will provide them complete facilitation to promote democratic mission, collaboration and coordination for the expansion of nation building goals.
Briefing the purpose of organization Andreas Duerr said they are working with many universities in Pakistan including public and private sector on the subject of research methodologies and promoting student political activism and awareness. They also discussed the future collaboration between SMIU and HSF
The delegation had appreciated the efforts of SMIU for imparting the quality education in the alma mater of founder of Pakistan.
Karachi, July 11, 2019
Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh here on Thursday inaugurated trees plantation campaign.
The vice chancellor inaugurated the campaign by planting a tree at the university’s Thomas Henry Vines lawn.
Addressing the ceremony the Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said trees are like lungs of the earth. Existence of Trees are very important for Sindh especially Karachi needs tree plantation at large scale to counterbalance the effects of climate change, he said. "SMIU gives importance to green earth, in this connection, we are going to launch huge tree plantation drive with the collaboration of forest department at our Malir campus of Education City where construction work on 100 acres of land is going on" he added further.
Highlighting the importance of green campus, the vice chancellor said in our Malir campus it will be mandatory for every student to plant at least one tree and he would bound to look after it.
At the occasions Deans, faculty members, principle staff officers and different head of departments were also present in the ceremony.
Karachi, July 6, 2019
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) conducted an entry test for admissions in under graduate, graduate and PhD programs for Fall 2019 at its campus on Saturday. About two thousand students had applied online for admission on available four hundred seats in different departments i.e. Department of Business Administration, Commerce and Management Science, Computer Science, Media and Communication Studies, Environment Sciences and Education. The candidates had come from all parts of Sindh, because SMIU offers admissions on open merit basis.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that this year SMIU received the applications from candidates for admissions more than the previous admission.
He further said that SMIU has become a great seat of modern education, this is why a large number of students want to get admission at this historic institution, which is an Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. "We also want to give admissions to all the willing students but due to lack of space and other resources, at this stage we only offer admission on a limited number of seats," the Vice Chancellor said. He said that construction work is going on in Malir campus of Education City and simultaneously an Information Technology tower is also under construction at city campus. After completion of both projects we would be able to give admissions to large number of students, he added further.
The result of successful candidates will be announced on 10 July while interviews of candidates would be conducted from 15 to 26 July. The merit list of successful candidates will be displayed on first August while classes would commence from 11 September.
Karachi, June 12, 2019
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has announced its admission schedule of Fall-2019 for Bachelors, MS and PhD programme. The admissions are open in the various disciplines including Accounts and Finance, Computer Science, Education, Media and Communication Studies, Environmental Science, Management Sciences and Public Administration. SMIU is also offering PhD program in Computer Science. Admissions would be granted on the basis of test and interview as per instructions are given in the admission prospectus 2019.
The registration form can be filled online through the SMIU the web portal (http://admission.smiu.edu.pk/) before the closing date of registration 3rd July 2019. The candidates can download fee voucher from the website and later on they must submit attested photocopies of documents and original fee voucher slip to the respective departments latest by 3rd June.
The entrance test shall be held on Saturday, 6th July. The admit cards to would be sent via courier. The result of admission test would be announced on 10th July 2019.
Karachi, May 23, 2019
The Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) in its 20th meeting, held on Thursday at the Conference Room of SMIU on the recommendation of the Academic Council, has approved establishment of Institute of Sindh Studies, which would carry out research on various aspects of Sindh including Sindhi language, history, culture, archeology, agriculture, irrigation, demography, natural resources and technological developments etc.
The Syndicate, in principal, also approved the proposal of the Academic Council to initiate working in consultation with the Higher Education Commission for the award of research degrees like M.S. and Ph.D., in the above stated areas. The Syndicate approved approaching Federal as well as Government of Sindh for appropriate budgetary allocations for the institution. The Syndicate further approved the opening of five new departments during the next three years namely Department of Software Engineering, Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management, Department of Alternate Energy, Department of Social Development, Department of English. In this regard, the Syndicate authorized the Vice Chancellor to open these departments gradually meeting the criteria and codal formalities set by the HEC.
The syndicate also approved the initiation of Ph.D., programs in Management Sciences, Media Studies and Education after obtaining required permission from the HEC. The Syndicate highly appreciated SMIU's innovative program aimed at learning through exposure like students National Leadership Program, Exploring Sindh Educational Trip as well as International Ambassador Program. The Syndicate highly praised the services rendered by the Vice Chancellor, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, for the development of the institution.
The meeting was chaired by Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh and was attended by former Federal Ombudsman Mr. Salman Farooqi, former Chief Justice of Federal Shariat Court Justice (R) Agha Rafiq Ahmed Khan, former Election Commissioner Justice (R) Roshan Ali Essani, former Chairman Universities Grants Commission and former Vice Chancellor Sindh Agriculture University Tando Jam Dr. A.Q. Mughal, former Dean of the Faculty in Karachi University Prof. Dr. Abdul Rasheed and other members.
Karachi, May 8, 2019
The Academic Council of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in its 7th meeting which was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU decided on Wednesday that the new faculties and departments would be added to the university. Among the new departments would be Department of English, Department of Sindh Culture and Language, Department of Mathematics, Department of Social Development and others.
It was also decided that the PhD programs will be started in the disciplines of Media and Communication Studies, Management Science, Business Administration, Commerce, Mathematics and Education. The PhD Program in Department of Computer Science is already running.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, while addressing the Academic Council of SMIU said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is getting expansion in many areas. Opening new faculties and academic departments in SMIU will create new learning opportunities specially for students. He said the construction work of the new IT Block in the City Campus of SMIU would be completed soon. Similarly, a new building of SMIU Model Scholl will also be completed in the end of the current year. The Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that construction work of Malir Campus in Education City is also going on. Likewise, the institute of Information Technology and Communication will be established in Hawks Bay.
The meeting approved the minutes of 6th meeting of the Academic Council and minutes of the previous meetings of Board of Faculties of different faculties of SMIU. The meeting also approved the Incubation Agreement for Business Incubation Center of SMIU, Intellectual Property Policy, National and International Linkages Policy and Internship and Job Placement Policy. The meeting also approved the research journals for HEC journal category.
Karachi, May 3, 2019
The students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) will go to China to attend semester long Summer Internship Program in September this year. The students will go as a part of the agreements between Chinese universities and SMIU which were signed in 2016.
In this connection, an orientation session was conducted by the Department of Students Affairs and Placement at universities' Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Friday.
This internship program has been initiated for the students of the final year who will work in different departments at schools of Chinese universities which will be the most effective way for students to gain work experience, establish credentials and make contacts with professionals at the global level.
This internship program is only for Undergraduate students and duration of the internship is comprised of six months with a stipend. Students who were enrolled in final year 0f 8th semester or passed out in Fall-2018 are eligible for this program. Approximately 20 students will be selected after a long process of selection which including their IELTS/TOFEL score, interviews, personal assessment and academic performance.
It must be mentioned here that two groups of students of SMIU had already completed their internship from Chinese universities in 2016.
Karachi, April 24, 2019
Mr. Liaquat H. Merchant, a grand-nephew of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and President of the Jinnah Society has said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had struggled for independence of Pakistan from the exploitation of British and domination of Hindus. Therefore, the citizens of Pakistan specially youth must know the importance of the idea, vision and ideals of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah about Pakistan, as they have to lead the country in future.
Delivering a lecture on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's idea of Pakistan to the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, in a Guest Lecture Session, on Wednesday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university, Mr. Liaquat Merchant said the idea of Pakistan will never die, because it was based on the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
He said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had wanted to get political as well as economical independence for Pakistan. Hence, we succeeded in getting political independence but we still have to get economical independence," Mr. Liaquat Merchant said and added that the Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's ideology is bridge among all countrymen.
He also talked on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's struggle for creation of Pakistan and role of Gandhi, Nehru and other leaders of Congress against the Muslims, in detail.
Mr. Liaquat Merchant also unfolded some facts about the Last Will of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, in which the Founder of Pakistan had bequeathed one third of his property to his Alma-Mater Sindh Madressatul Islam.
Mr. Liaquat Merchant said that, when he had become Administrator of the Quaid-e-Azam Trust in 1980, the share of Sindh Madressatul Islam from the Quaid's will was received by the then head of a private body - Sindh Madressah Board, Nisar Effendi, and unfortunately that money instead of giving to Sindh Madressah, he used elsewhere.
"It was shocking for me that Sindh Madressah couldn't get its money from the Last Will of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. I apologize to Sindh Madressatul Islam University for that," the grand-nephew of Quaid –e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah said.
He also thanked Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for inviting him to deliver a lecture to students of SMIU on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech said it was very important to keep aware to our young generation about life, ideology and struggle of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that it was a fact that Muslims were deprived of their almost all rights in undivided India. Referring to the situation of Sindh of that time Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that even Sindh, there was a division among Muslims and Hindus.
"When Hassanally Effendi, who was the vice president of Sindh Sabha, had presented the idea of establishment of a school for Muslims of Sindh before Sindh Sabha, as there was no modern school for them, the president of Sindh Sabha Diwan Dayaram Jethmal and other Hindu members of the organization had opposed it. As a result, the Sindh Sabha was divided into two factions of Muslims and Hindus," Dr Shaikh said and added that after that Hassanally Effendi had established Sindh Madressatul Islam and Dayaram Jethmal had founded Sindh Arts College, later known as D.J. Sindh College.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said it is important to educate our youth about the reasons of creation of Pakistan, because today's students are leaders of tomorrow.
On that occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented a shield to Mr. Liaquat Marchant. Mrs. Ameena Saiyid, General Secretary of the Jinnah Society, deans, chairpersons, faculty, administrative staff and students of SMIU attended the lecture program.
Karachi, April 18, 2019
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that those modern documentaries and presentations would be received by viewers that would be based on true facts and personal observations.
Addressing the students of SMIU at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Thursday, after viewing an introductory documentary and ten presentations on various archaeological and cultural sites of Sindh, made by students of SMIU, who were part of the Exploring Sindh Educational Trip, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that although students have tried to present good work, but it shouldn't be completely theoretical work. But, it would be based on personal observations and conversation with the local folks.
At the occassion students who gave presentations and shown their docuementries were namely; Eraj Zehra, Yumna Chouhan, Abbass Haider, Amad Shehzad, Laiba, Zainab Badar, Sania Akbar, Nimra Rao, Usama, Shahrukh, Yasir Tunio, Shajia, Rabia Shahid, Ibrahim Rizwan and Ahmed Nawaz.
Karachi, April 8, 2019
Sindh Madressatul Islam University organized a reception in the honour of delegates of the National Conference on Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, at the inner courtyard of SMIU on Sunday night. It was attended by a large number of distinguished writers and intellectuals including Noorul Huda Shah, Dr Fahmida Hussain, Imdad Hussaini, Sahar Imdad, Waheeda Mahessar, Taj Joyo, Anisa Memon, Nusrat Lashari, Naseer Gopang, Masroor Pirzado, Khalil Jibran and others.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vive Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech said that today's world has changed unbelievably, therefore, we have to walk along with it. Otherwise we couldn't achieve the development goals. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that if young generation wants to serve their land and people, then they must acquire modern education.
He was of the view that it is a need to educate younger generation in the disciplines of information technology, science, entrepreneur, media, environmental science and other such very important fields. Highlighting the role of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU has uphold its great legacy by providing quality education and the best academic environment to its students. He said SMIU didn't believe in quota system, but it offers admissions to the candidates on open merit basis.
"About fifty percent of students of rural areas of Sindh are studying at SMIU today and these all were selected on open merit basis," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that our youth of urban as well as rural areas have a great potential, but there is a need to provide them proper guidance and opportunities of learning as well as service to the nation.
Dr Fahmida Hussain of Siraj Institute of Sindh Studies and former Chairperson of Shah Abdul Latif Chair of University of Karachi thanked Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for hosting a reception in honour of delegates of the 2-Day National Conference, which was organized by the Siraj Institute of Sindh Studies on 'Sindh, Indus River and Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai,' at Mohatta Palace, Karachi on 6th and 7th April, 2019.
Talking on Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Dr Fahmida Hussain said there is a need to redefine the poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, who is one of the great poets of the world. She was of the opinion that the poetry of Shah Latif is based on universal message of love, brotherhood, struggle and tolerance, which has a great relevancy to the present day world. She also said our academia must teach the poetry of Shah Latif to students with its true spirt and message.
The reception was also attended by dean, chairpersons, faculty and staff members of SMIU and other guests.
Karachi, March 29, 2019
KARACHI: The Department of Environmental Science of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) organized the one-day National Conference on Environment and Sustainable Development on Friday at the Senate Hall of the University.
Vice Chancellor of the SMIU, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, said it is honour for us that a number of experts in environment science are present here. Environment is an extremely important subject and "we have to leave a legacy about solving environmental issues so that our children live in a safe place".
He said the university would establish a state-of-the-art facility regarding the environmental science in the university's Malir Campus in addition to the existing department in the SMIU's city campus. We will establish an environmental laboratory equipped with modern facilities.
He greeted the team for organizing a successful conference on a very important issue.
Earlier Prof Imran Hashmi of the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) spoke over the issues relating to water in Pakistan. About water availability, he said 5,260m3 were available with the country in 1951 which had decreased to 1,000m3 in 2016.
Dr Hashmi said expected drop in the available water would be about 860m3 by 2025, marking our transition from a water stressed to a water scarce country
About surface water; he said river flows were heavily dependent on glacial melt (41%), snowmelt (22%) and rainfall (27%). He added that 50 MAF of groundwater extracted from the aquifers and already crossed the sustainable limit of safe yield.
"Water losses are estimated to be 46 MAF annually."
The seminar was informed that 84% of the population does not have access to safe drinking water.
"Pakistan is among top ten countries with greatest number of people living without access to clean drinking water."
Dr Atif Mustafa of the NED University of Engineering and Technology spoke over the nature-based solutions (NBS) to existing environmental problems.
He said supporting economic development in urban areas alongside sustainable urban planning with NBS provided opportunities for adaptation to climate change thus increasing urban resilience to risks involving droughts, floods and heatwaves.
He said constructed wetlands can be defined as engineered water saturated areas in which the natural removal processes for the water pollutants were reproduced and enhanced to optimize the purification performances.
NBS for wastewater treatment in local context of Karachi, Dr. Mustafa said, the existing centralized wastewater treatment systems treated a fraction of total wastewater generated while further expansion of existing wastewater treatment plants was practically impossible because of no availability of land.
He said NBS can successfully remove pollutants from domestic and industrial wastewaters in the environmental setting of Karachi. They can be applied as a sustainable, low cost and low energy technology for solving the wastewater treatment problem with added multiple benefits.
Dr Samiuzzaman of Global Environmental Lab spoke over various problems conflicting Karachi.
He said continuous increase in population due to urbanization, concentration of Industries, lack of civic facilities and treatment plants for industrial and domestic wastes and lack of implementation of environmental laws posed serious hazards to the country's largest city.
"There is a continuous migration from other areas to Karachi. Town planning is not possible due to continuous increase in population, thus all the resources are under heavy stress, and lack of responsibility in civic agencies."
Prof Tasneem Gul Kazi of University of Sindh, said Tharparkar was one of the most food-insecure regions in Pakistan.
"The groundwater that people consume is saline to brackish, and has a high concentration of various salts and minerals, which are dangerous for human, as well as livestock health."
She said around 454 children had died in Thar in 2018, while 450 children died in the region in 2017; 479 in 2016 and 398 children lost their lives in 2015.
"Stable underground water is lacking in understudy areas, however, a number of brackish to saline open dug wells having depth 15–160 ft, used for drinking and livestock purposes."
Shahid Amjad of the Institute of Business Management, Karachi, gave presentation about four coastal locations of the city - Ibrahim Hyderi, Reheri (Khalifa Jat Paro), Lat Basti and Chashma Goth.
He said respondents to a survey conveyed that the mangrove wood selling business had been severely affected due to the availability of gas (cheaper option) which had replaced mangrove wood as a fuel. After supply of natural gas, mangrove wood was no more a primary source of fuel in the four villages, yet, still used if gas pressure was low.
The total value of fuel wood consumption per year in these four locations is estimated Rs274 million.
Earlier in the inaugural session of the conference, Dean, Faculty of Information Technology of SMUI Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean faculty of Information Technology in his opening address thanked the research scholars, who attended the conference. He said that this conference provides an opportunity to the research scholars and environmentalists to rethink on the environmental issues facing the country and the world. He also said that this conference will help to find solutions of the environmental problems.
Incharge Chairperson of the Department of Environmental Science Dr Mohammad Hashim Zubairi in his welcome remarks said that when nature is left alone, it has a tremendous ability to care for itself. However, when man enters the picture and uses many of the natural resources provided the environment, things change. He hoped that the conference will be productive for the country.
Prof. Dr. Aliya Rehman of Department of Botany, University of Karachi in her presentation on Red Seaweeds of Karachi coast, stressed upon that it is the fundamental responsibility of academia to aware young generation about hazardous of environmental degradation. She was of the view the seaweeds can be alternative food source in the country and these can be used for making cosmetic products but we are still unaware about the proper usage of seaweeds. She said in Pakistan there is no one ready to invest in this field, which is a multi-billion dollar business in other countries. She also talked on the environmental implications of polythene bags and suggested that alternative of these bags should be find out.
Other prominent environmental experts and academicians also spoke. Dr Syed Asif Ali presented a shield to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and other speakers of the conference.
Karachi, March 28, 2019
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and the DICE (Distinguished Innovations, Collaboration and Entrepreneurship) Foundation USA are jointly organizing 2-day 'Creative Art & Media- 2019 Innovation Event' at Sindh Madressatul Islam University on October 14 and 15, 2019.
In this respect a meeting of SMIU's committee that was formed for organizing the event at the varsity, was held at the Conference Room of SMIU on Thursday, which was chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh. Dr. Ambreen Fazal, Chairperson of Department of Media and Communication Studies heads the SMIU's committee. In the meeting different tasks were assigned to the members of the committee.
Addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides other important universities and higher educational institutions of the country SMIU has also become a partner of DICE Foundation. This is why, SMIU and the DICE are jointly organizing a mega event in the month of October, this year.
He said that students of different universities of the country, media persons, writers, owners of media houses, entrepreneurs, academicians and prominent personalities of art will be invited to attend the program.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU has always tried to educate its students through academic activities as well organizing meaningful events on the subjects of science, information technology, creative art, literature, journalism, history, commerce, entrepreneurship etc. "The main objective to collaborate with DICE is to enhance knowledge of the students and improve their learning through innovative ideas and events. He said that through the said event importance of "Creative Art and Media" will be projected in the country.
Karachi, March 27, 2019
The prominent businessmen of the country have said that at present economy of the country is in crisis but it will improve soon due to the steps which are being taken by the government. They said increase in entrepreneurship will generate new jobs and that will improve the economy of the country.
This was said by President of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Mr. Junaid Ismail Makda, Mr. Shamim Ahmed Firpo, Chairman, Firpo Group of Companies, Ms Shamim Rajani, CEO of Genetic Solutions and Mr. Atif Iqbal, Director, Parhao Sabaq, at a seminar which was jointly organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University and KCCI on the subject of "Entrepreneurial Success Stories", on Wednesday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his address said that despite having risk in the business it has a major role in the boost of economy. He said that young generation must join the profession of business because it is always growing. He also said that SMIU and KCCI will jointly work in future to encourage people to enter in the field of business.
Mr. Junaid Makda said that there is a need to establish institutions, that will make the economy of the country stable. He said we are living in the era of digital banking and e commerce; therefore, we should get benefit from it. He was of the view that there is also conducive and encouraging atmosphere for entrepreneur women.
Mr. Shamim Ahmed Firpo in his success story said he had started a small business in his tender age by selling some eatables in the area of Saddar, Karachi, which were he used to prepare at his home. He also said that it was his will power, that lead him to become a successful entrepreneur of country.
Ms. Shamim Rajani said that business takes a time. Also patience and resilience is needed in it. She while sharing her experiences with students she advised them that if they want to start their career as entrepreneur they must work in the field for their chosen industry or factory for quite some time to understand it. Then they should start their own business. She also suggested that the business should be started from small scale.
Mr. Atif Iqbal said that he brought a visible change in the traditional business of his family which was cattle farming and of sacrifice animals through online service. He was of the view that although market is unpredictable, but now information technology is largely supporting the online business.
Karachi, March 22, 2019
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Sindh is a beautiful province of Pakistan, adorned with natural beauty, lakes, river, mountains, desert, historical sites, agriculture lands and other tourist places, which must be visited specially by students of the country and those who are living in big cities of the province like Karachi.
He said this on Friday while addressing the interaction session held with the students of SMIU who had recently visited important archaeological and cultural sites and cities of Sindh province under the "Exploring Sindh Study Trip" program, at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said he always prefers to provide such opportunities to SMIU's students, that they could visit their own country as well as foreign lands at aimed to seek knowledge. He said SMIU had already started the National Leadership Program and International Exposure Program for students, but now 'Exploring Sindh Educational Trip' has been added into it, which, now will be a regular feature.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also appreciated the students, faculty and staff members on their responsible role and discipline, which they shown during the tour.
Earlier, the students who were part of the tour, shared their experiences and observations of the visit to Bhambhore, Makli, Hyderabad city, its Sindh Museum, Sindhology, Jamshoro, shrine of great mystic poet Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai at Bhit Shah, shrine of another great poet Sachal Sarmast, Sukkur city, Sadh Belo, Indus River, Lansdowne Bridge, Mohen Jo Daro, Larkana, Ghari Khuda Bakhsh, Naudero etc.
The participants of the tour thanked SMIU's Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for providing them such opportunity. Majority of the students said that it was their first experience of the visit to other parts of Sindh. They, happily said that it was beyond their imagination that Sindh would be so beautiful.
"Like northern areas of the country, Sindh province has also a great attraction for tourists," they said and added that earlier they had read in books about historical and cultural sites of Sindh, but during their recent visit they found that different to the written material. They also praised the mystic kalaam of Shah Latif and Sachal Sarmast, presented by faqirs at shrines of the said great poets.
Karachi, March 15, 2019
A group of SMIU's students reached at the shrine of great mystic poet of Pakistan Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, at Bhitshah, on Friday. It was second day of their four-day visit to some historical, archaeological and cultural places of Sindh under the program of "Exploring Sindh Educational Tour."
The local officials of Department of Culture and Tourism, Government of Sindh, warmly welcomed the delegation. On this occasion officials of Department of Awqaf briefed the students and faculty members of SMIU. In it, they talked on the poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai and said that the poetry of this great poet is a combination of love, tolerance, struggle, determination, sacrifice, and brotherhood. They further said that Shah Latif has written almost in all linguistic dialects of Sindhi language and given a message in amazing Sindhi classical literary genre of wai and bait.
On this occasion Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean of SMIU's faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has always given preference to the visits of SMIU's students to the ancient sites and cultural places of Pakistan to understand their own country.
Over here at Bhitshah students of SMIU listened kalaam of Shah Latif on tradition musical instrument – Tambooro, sung by Fakirs of Bhittai. They also visited the last abode of Sindh's another great poet of 20th century- Shaikh Ayaz at Bhitshah. Some of them also paid visit to the last abode of Dr Umar Bin Mohammad Daudpoto, an alumnus and former principal of SMI.
Later on the delegation of SMIU students visited archaeological site-Kot Diji fort in district Khairpur Mirs. SMIU's students were briefed the history of this ancient fort of Indus Valley Civilization of 3300 BCE. They also got interest in its various sections, its architecture and the things found from it during the excavation.
Karachi, March 14, 2019
A group of students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University led by Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce, visited historic sites of Sindh -Bhambhor and Makli on Thursday. This study tour was a part of their four-day visit of various parts of Sindh under the "Exploring Sindh Educational Trip."
The students were briefed at Bhambhor about its historic importance related to Mohammad Bin Qasim and famous folklore of Sindh-Sassui-Punho. Students visited ruins of Bhambhor with keen interest. At Makli, they were briefed about graves of four ruling dynasties of Sindh including Sama, Arghun, Turkhan and Mughal. It is considered largest necropolis of Asia.
The delegation of SMIU students also visited Sindhology, Jamshoro, a cultural museum of Sindh, where Director Sindhology Dr. Mohammad Ishaque Samejo warmly welcomed them. They also visited Sindh Museum in Hyderabad City.
Karachi, March 8, 2019
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that until and unless women are not empowered economically, they couldn't get equal rights and equal social status in the society.
Speaking at the program which was organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University in connection of the International Women's Day, on Friday at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said in the days of ancient civilizations as Indus Valley Civilization, Mesopotamia and Egyptian Civilizations, women were enjoying equal rights to men, but later on their rights were snatched and were made slaves.
The Vice Chancellor said in America, women struggled for about one century to get right of vote and right of property. Likewise, in Sindh, there were only three Muslim male graduates in 1885. Therefore, Sindh Madressatul Islam was established to provide modern education to Muslims of this regions. Once this one portion of the society, that was comprised of male, got modern education, then they started to provide same education to their women. "All things are getting change through evolution. Hence, all segments of the society will get equal rights through the process of evolution," He said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that in our society both the men and women are equally deprived of their basic rights, therefore, they have to struggle for their rights jointly.
Earlier, the SMIU organized a panel discussion on the subject of "Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovative for Change," at the same venue. Ms. Ameena Saiyid, a former Managing Director of OUP, Prof. Dr. Khalida Ghous, former Director Centre of Excellence for Women Studies, University of Karachi, Dr Rakhshanda Kaukab, Assistant Professor, Department of Education of SMIU and Ms. Zonaira Jalali, Student Welfare Officer of SMIU, were among the panelists.
Ms Ameena Saiyid said our constitution gives equal rights to women, but they are not being implemented. She said women must come in the mainstream on merit, and quota system, reserve seats and reserving funds for women in projects, must be abolished.
She said there is also a need to aware women about their rights, especially those who belong to rural area. She said the movement for awareness must be sustainable, not it should be a temporary activity. She suggested that helplines and support rooms should be set up for women in all areas of the country, from where women could inform the authorities about their problems and atrocities being committed with them.
Referring participation of women in literature and politics, she said that there are big names of women who have contributed a lot in the field of literature. Some of them were Quratulain Ain Hyder, Ismat Chughtai, Fahmida Riaz, Zahida Hina, Fatima Hassan, Azra Abbas and others. Similarly, a large number of women are playing active role in politics from Rana Liaquat Ali Khan to present day women politicians.
Prof. Dr. Khalida Ghous said that there is no public space for women in the society. She questioned how much women are working in private and public sectors respectively? She was of the opinion that the government must take measures for women empowerment and gender equality. She said besides economical empowerment there is a need of social empowerment of women also.
Dr Rakhshanda Kaukab said that women must be made aware about socio-economical barriers and education must be provided to girls, that will bring change in the system.
Ms. Zonaira Jalali, Students Welfare Officer of SMIU said today women are working almost in all departments. Giving reference of SMIU, she said at SMIU female students are encouraged to equally participate in all activities being organized by the varsity. Similarly, a large number of women is being working on various important positions at SMIU. She also emphasized on quality education for both boys and girls.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented shields to Ms. Ameena Saiyid and Prof. Dr. Khalida Ghous. A question-answer session was also held. Ms. Nausheen Hussain, Lecturer of SMIU was moderator of the panel discussion.
The program was attended by Deans, Chairpersons, faculty, staff members and students of SMIU.
Karachi, March 3, 2019
The faculty and staff members of Sindh Madressatul Islam University headed by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh visited archaeological sites of Sindh - Bhambhor, Makli and Haleji Lake on Saturday as a part to revisit the history of Sindh.
At Bhambhor, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh briefed the delegation about historic importance of Bhambhor with reference to Mohammad Bin Qasim and the folk tale of Sassui-Punhoo. On this occasion they visited the site of Bhambhor, which was recently excavated by Italian archaeologists. The delegation was informed by an acting curator that during the excavation some terracotta and other things have been found from it. He also informed that the Italian archaeologists will be back in the month of December this year for further excavation. The members of the SMIU faculty and staff also saw the wall of the fort of Bhambhor. The vice chancellor of SMIU also talked about the character of Sassui in the light of the poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, who has penned down five surs on this folk lore, which is based on love and struggle.
Later on the delegation went to Haleji Lake, which is considered as a largest sanctuary of Asia for the migratory birds that come mostly from Siberia. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also briefed the delegation about the history of lake in detail and said that Haleji Lake was originally a salt-water lake but the then British government of Sindh converted it into a sweet drinking water which was needed to their troops stationed at Karachi during the World War II.
The SMIU delegation also moved to Makli graveyard where Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh informed the delegation about the history of the biggest graveyard of Asia and said that there are last resting places of four ruling dynasties of Sindh like Sama, Arghun, Turkhan and Mughal. Later on the members of delegation visited the area with a great interest.
Karachi, 22 February 2019
The Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) in its 19th meeting, held on Friday at the Conference Room of SMIU has decided that the land of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which is under occupation of S.M. Science College and shopkeepers, respectively, would be get back because Sindh Madressatul Islam is its legal and rightful owner since its inception in 1885. In this regard the Syndicate authorized Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University to fully protect the land of the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and if needed then get legal help from the honorable court also.
The meeting of the Syndicate was chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and was attended by its members including former Chief Justice of Shariat Court Justice (Retd) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan, Dr Samreen Asim Hussain, Prof. Abdul Rashid, former Acting Vice Chancellor and former dean of University of Karachi, Mr. Noor Mohammad Shah, Director Higher Education Commission Sindh and others.
In the meeting it was resolved that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has recently evacuated its precious piece of land from land grabbers, which is located in its premises. Construction work of two academic blocks of SMIU on the said plot is in progress. Likewise, the land which is under occupation of S.M. Science College would be get back as the Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah is its real and legal owner. The land on which more than sixty commercial shops are built, will also be get back.
The Syndicate approved the recommendations of Selection Board and Promotion Board of SMIU also. The Syndicate congratulated Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, faculty, staff and students on holding a successful second convocation of SMIU. It also appreciated holding 2nd Festival of Arts and Ideas of SMIU in December 2018 and resolved that other reputed universities of the country should also be invited in the next edition of the festival.
The Syndicate highly appreciated services of Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for development, progress and promotion of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and making it one of the best universities of the country, through a resolution, which was presented by Prof Abdul Rashid and was seconded by Dr Samreen Asim Hussain. The Syndicate also congratulated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on his nomination as an international scholar by a global scholars organization.
On this occasion, SMIU Syndicate offered condolence on the sad demise of Justice (Retd) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, who had served SMIU as a member of its Selection Board, Promotion Board and Syndicate since the days when it got university status.
Karachi, 19 February 2019
Dr Amir Ahmed Shaikh, Additional Inspector General of Police (AIG), Karachi called on Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday at his office at SMIU.
On this occasion he visited the Jinnah Museum of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, where he observed relics especially academic record of this institution's alumnus and founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, relics of other alumni, founder of SMI Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, old record of the institution, and the photo gallery of distinguished alumni, which were displayed in the museum.
SMIU has preserved the record of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's education, which he received from Sindh Madressatul Islam, CMS, Karachi, Anjuman-e-Islam School, Bombay and Lincoln's Inn, London, in the museum.
Dr Amir Ahmed Shaikh, lauded the role of SMIU in imparting quality education in the country and also its academic environment. Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh expressed his gratitude on the visit of Dr Amir Ahmed Shaikh, AIG, Karachi to the SMIU.
Karachi, 18 February 2019
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his condolence message has paid great tribute to the founder Vice Chancellor of Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro and distinguished academician of the country Dr. S.M. Qureshi on his sad demise.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, on Monday, has said that Dr S.M. Qureshi (Shams Uddin Mohammad Bux Qureshi) was a great educationist of the country, who had contributed a lot towards modern and quality education specially of science and technology while serving on various posts in Pakistan.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Dr. S.M. Qureshi had also remained his teacher and vice chancellor when he was studying in Mehran Engineering University and then serving as faculty at the same university. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he had learnt a lot from him that how the institutions are established and then run successfully. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has expressed condolence with the family of Dr. S.M. Qureshi.
Dr S.M Qureshi had held very important posts in the country including Chairman of Pakistan Council for Science and Technology/Secretary to National Commission for Science & Technology (NCST), Islamabad, Secretary to the Government of Pakistan, Ministry of Science and Technology, Islamabad, Chairman, Charter Inspection and Evaluation Committee, Government of Sindh, Honorary Advisor to Governor Sindh, Adviser, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Secretary to the Government of Pakistan, Zakat and Ushr Division/ Administrator General Zakat, Islamabad and Administrator General Zakat/ Ex officio Secretary to the Government of Pakistan, Islamabad.
Karachi, 15 February 2019
Today, February 16 is the 7th Charter awarding day of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU). Seven years ago on this day, this historic institution was elevated to the level of university. The charter of the university was assented by the Governor of Sindh after getting passed the act of the university from the provincial Assembly of Sindh on 22nd December 2011.
During the last seven years Sindh Madressatul Islam University has emerged as one of the best public sector universities of the country. Besides establishing its city campus, it has received one hundred acres of land in the Education City in Malir and ten acers of land in Hawks bay from the Government of Sindh free of cost, where new campuses will be constructed. SMIU has also got vacated its precious plot from land grabbers, which was located in its premises. Construction work of a new academic block on this plot is in progress. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, who is the founder vice chancellor of this great higher educational institution, is focusing on its quality education, grooming of SMIUs' students as future leaders and also expending it on other parts of Karachi.
At present, there are five academic departments in the university, which include Department of Business Administration, Department of Computer Science, Department of Media and Communication Studies, Department of Environmental Science and Department of Education. SMIU awards degrees of BS and MS in above mentioned disciplines and also PhD in Computer Science.
It must be noted here that the SMIU besides quality education provides modern facilities and learning opportunities to its students through study visits of national institutions of Pakistan and foreign countries through its National Leadership Program and the International Exposure Program, yearly.
The University is privileged to have highly qualified and devoted faculty with qualifications from the best national and international universities. All of its classrooms are air conditioned and equipped with audio-visual aids, multimedia projectors, designed furniture etc.
SMIU has also the distinction of establishing state of the art television studio and FM Radio station to serve as its broadcasting laboratories. Its radio station (FM 96.6) regularly broadcasts programs prepared and conducted by its students. Both the studios offer hands-on training to the students as well as working journalists.
The uniqueness of the SMIU is that it provides quality education to its all students without any difference of cast, creed and class, on affordable fee. It offers scholarships to its talented students too. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has always said and acted upon his words that they don't want a student abandon his/her education due to their financial problems. As SMI was established for poor students, hence even today SMIU is supporting poor students by giving concession in fee and providing them scholarships. Dr Shaikh pledged to develop SMIU as one of the great national institutions of the country in coming days.
Karachi, 1 February 2019
The delegation of students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and faculty members visited the National Defence University (NDU) and COMSATS University on Friday, the fifth and last day of their study tour of different national institutions of Islamabad under the SMIU's National Leadership Program -2019.
During the visit of the NDU, the students of SMIU were briefed about various academic programs and academic activities by Colonel Munir, Director Public Relations. Later on, the students of SMIU visited library, sports gymnasium and classrooms of the university.
At the COMSATS University Islamabad, its Rector Professor Dr. Raheel Qamar addressed the SMIU delegation. He said that this is the age of information technology and entrepreneurship. However, a child who gets birth today, when he/she would complete their graduation, at that time about 65 percent ----- Message truncated -----
Karachi, January 31, 2019
The delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's students and faculty members, on Thursday, fourth day of their visit to the capital city of the country, visited Supreme Court of Pakistan under the National Leadership Program. During the visit, they witnessed proceedings of the Bench, headed by honorable Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Asif Saeed Khan Khosa.
The students also visited historical museum of the Supreme Court, where they were briefed about important events of Pakistan's judicial history.
On the same day, the delegation of SMIU visited National Assembly of Pakistan, where they witnessed Constitutional Gallery of the Assembly and its other sections. The third visit of the day of SMIU's students was of the Pakistan Television Headquarters. Over here a meeting between Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Managing Director of PTV Headquarters Mr. Arshad Khan was held, where they talked on the role of media, especially in education of youth. Dr Muhammed Ali Shaikh informed the MD about SMIU's web TV, TV Studio and FM Radio, which are playing a basic role in the training of SMIU's students.
Karachi, January 30, 2019
Mr. Omar Ayub Khan, Federal Minister for Energy has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam and other institutions like it, produced the great leaders who created Pakistan and this historic institution is still trying to produce good leaders for future of the country.
Addressing the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's National Leadership Program at Pakistan Secretariat, the federal minister said that today he feels immense pleasure that he is addressing the future leaders, who belong to the historic institution of Pakistan- SMIU.
The minister stressed upon the students to get expertise in technology also, because this is the era of technology, where progress and development of a nation and country depends on it.
He said that industrial growth is being increasing in the world today, hence we have to move forward in this sector also. The federal minister further said that today Pakistan occupies the status of emerging market in the world. This is why, Pakistan is receiving a great attention of the world. Therefore, future of our country is bright, but we all have to work sincerely for development of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his speech said that the family of Mr. Omar Ayub Khan is remained closely associated with Sindh Madressatul Islam. They were also regular visitors of it, because Sindh Madressatul Islam is a national institution of the country. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also lauded services of the family of Omar Ayub Khan for their contribution in progress of Pakistan.
On the same day SMIU's students also met with chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) Dr. Sania Nishtar at her office. On that occasion while appreciating the NLP of SMIU, she said that it was a matter of happiness for her that a considerable number of female students are also part of the SMIU's National Leadership Program. She also praised the role of Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for providing such opportunity to the students of the university. She said that she was personally aware about the historic role of Sindh Madressatul Islam played in modern education of the country.
Suggesting cooperation and collaboration between SMIU and BISP for support of women and poverty eradication from the country, she said that SMIU and Benazir Income Support Program should work jointly for support of poor women and eradication of poverty in the country. She said that BISP has a number of programs, in which both the organizations may work jointly. She suggested that in this respect a team of BISP would be constituted that will visit SMIU soon and finalize the agreement of mutual interest.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU welcomed Dr. Sania Nishtars' offer for establishing working relationship between SMIU and BISP. He said that this sort of collaboration certainly will support poor women of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that they selected the BISP for their visit because they wanted the students of SMIU must meet the world known personality like Dr Sania Nishtar and get inspiration from her and also be aware about the working of BISP, which works for betterment of women. He said that she is a role model for women of the country also.
Karachi, January 29, 2019
A delegation of the National Leadership Program of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's students led by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh called on President of Pakistan Mr. Arif-ur-Rehman Alvi on Tuesday at President House, Islamabad.
Addressing the delegation, the President of Pakistan said that he was fully aware about the historic role of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and its contribution in the modern education in the country. President Arif-ur-Rehman Alvi said that the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had also received his primary education from this great institution and it was Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah who had elevated SMI to the level of college and had bequeathed one third of his property to his Alma-Mater SMI through his Last Will. "It shows greatness of our Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and importance he gave to education and educational institutions," President of Pakistan said and added that the leaders are setting good examples for future generations through their policies and acts.
He also said that those are considered good leaders who are working for progress and development of the country selflessly. He said that although Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was aware about his deteriorating health condition, but he was determined to achieve a separate Country-Pakistan for Muslims of subcontinent and ultimately he succeeded in his aim. Hence, he stressed upon the younger generation to follow the footsteps of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
President Arif Alvi also said that now the fourth industrial revolution is coming in the country, hence youth have to play their positive role in it for the betterment of Pakistan. Talking about the role of women in the development of the country, he said that Pakistan couldn't move forward without women participation in every field of the country. Hence, he said, women must come forward and participate in the development of the country. He also said that the conditions of the country are changed now and peace has been restored in entire country including Karachi city. Therefore, now we have to work for betterment of Pakistan with peace of mind.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that it is a matter of pride for them that President of Pakistan has spared his time to meet with the students of SMIU. He said that it is an old tradition of SMIU that it is producing great leaders of the country. This is why, the students who are now part of the NLP, have been selected through a competitive selection process. He said this generation of student has also a potential and ability to become leaders of tomorrow. He said that the students of SMIU are getting great inspiration from the national leaders after meeting with them during their visit under the NLP.
Earlier, the delegation of SMIU visited the office of The United Stated Educational Foundation in Pakistan, where Executive Director of the USFP Ms. Rita Akhtar, Director Mazhar Awan and Program manager Saleem Raza briefed the students of SMIU about the scholarships being offered to the students of Pakistan by various institutions of the USA.
Karachi, January 28, 2019
A delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's students of National Leadership Program led by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh visited the office of the federal Ministry of Human Rights on Monday. During their visit, they called on Dr Shireen M. Mazari, Federal Minister of Human Rights.
While addressing the delegation of SMIU, Dr Shireen M. Mazari said that it was an encouraging act on the part of SMIU, that it has introduced the subject of human rights in its course with the support of the federal ministry of human rights.
She said that the federal government is reviewing syllabus in the country and a core group has been formed in this respect on the directives of Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr. Imran Khan. She said that the government, besides other subjects, is giving priority to the subjects of human right and environment.
She stressed upon the youth to spread awareness about human rights through their activities including social media. She said that it is necessary to aware people about their rights, which are linked with human rights also.
"There was also seemed a violation of human rights in the West and there were no laws about rights of minorities in the Western countries. Similarity, there was not a satisfactory situation for Muslims in the West. On the other hand, in Pakistan there is a personal law about minorities, under which they can perform their religious duties accordingly," the Federal Minister said and added that the world is silent on the bitter violation of human rights in occupied Kashmir by the hands of Indian forces.
She also said that present federal government is going to introduce bills on anti-torture and women harassment. She also informed that the government is going to introduce the Zainab Alert Bill against the torture and harassment of children. Besides, the changes also being made in the Mercy Petition. She said that it is ironic that mercy petitions are remained in files for many years and the person who had made mercy appeal, couldn't get redress. She also said that the Pakistan has signed a number of agreements about the protection of human rights, with other countries.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that Dr Shireen Mazari has always worked for human rights in the country. He said that SMIU is the only university in the country that has included the subject of human rights in its course. He also said that a BS program about the human rights would be introduced in the university from the Fall session.
Talking about the National Leadership Program (NLP) of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the students of the group have been selected after a competitive selection process at aimed to produce the best future leaders of the country.
The students of SMIU also attended a seminar organized by the Pakistan Institute of Parliamentary Services (PIPS) in its premises on the subject of "Working of Parliament and Peace". Executive Director of the PIPS Mr. Zafarullah Khan welcomed the young leaders of SMIU and said that the SMIU's NLP is a best program to introduce young generation about democracy. He said that the democracy is a brain and constitution is a soul of any democratic system. Director Search and Legislation of PIPS Mr. Rashid Mafzool also talked on the importance and working of PIPS.
On the same day the delegation of SMIU also visited National Library of Pakistan, where Director Syed Ghayoor Hussain welcomed the delegation.
Karachi, January 24, 2019
Mr. Ali Nawaz Memon, noted intellectual, who has also served in the World Bank for some time, has said that today Pakistan is facing big problems of population growth, water shortage and corruption. Without resolving these all problems, the country couldn't move forward.
Speaking at an interaction session with the faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on the subject of "Opportunities and Challenges for People of Pakistan" at the Senate Hall of the university on Thursday, Mr. Ali Nawaz Memon said that there is also a lack of quality education in the country, that is why a large number of students couldn't succeed to get total number of scholarships specially of USA and European countries.
He said that people of Sindh from Jacobabad to Karachi are drinking impure water, which develops fatal diseases like cancer in the common man. Referring his recent visits to Larkana, Sukkur, Khairpur Mirs, Sehwan, Bhit Shah, Karachi and other cities of Sindh, he said that he found huge population growth in each and every city of the province, which he had not witnessed earlier. He suggested that the population growth must be controlled and people should be provided employment opportunities.
Mr. Memon, who had also served The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) in 1996, further said that he has found extreme rich and extreme poor people in Pakistan. Reciting an example from China, he said that with the economic policies of Chinese government millions peoples of the country have grown from poor to middle class in recent years.
Sharing his experiences while serving with World Bank in different countries, Mr. Memon said that in the late 1960s, there was not a big issue of water in Singapore and they were purchasing it from Malaysia, but today Singapore has resolved its said problem including other many problems and emerged as one of the most developed countries of the world. He said in Singapore and in USA, an elected representative is not going to sleep for next four or five years after getting vote from the people. He said that the democracies of Singapore and USA have played a major role in the wellbeing of their people and development of the country, because they have addressed the basic problems of masses. Mr. Ali Nawaz Memon further said that if an elected representative is not remained in contact with their voters, they will not elect him/her in the next elections, but in our country, the elected representatives are not giving proper attention to the issues of their voters. He advised the teachers to provide top quality education to students and guide them about their career.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his speech, welcomed the guest and said that there are so many success stories in the country and we are proud of that. He said that today a large number of universities have been established in the country, which are trying to provide quality education. Also, there is a huge talent in the country, but, there is a need of capacity building of youth, teachers, common man, institutions and organizations and with that the problems could be resolved.
The session was attended by deans, chairpersons, faculty members, senior officials of SMIU, noted poet Imdad Hussaini and other guests.
Later on, Mr. Ali Nawaz Memon also visited Jinnah Museum, TV Studio of SMIU and other sections of the university.
Karachi, January 23, 2019
A fourth group of SMIU's students will visit various national institutions in Islamabad and meet with national leadership of Pakistan under its National Leadership Program (NLP), from January 27, 2019. The arrangements of the one-week visit were finalized in a meeting, which was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, at the Senate Hall of SMIU on Wednesday.
Addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the main objective of the National Leadership Program is to educate and groom the leaders of future, because SMIU understands that this kind of educational visits are integral part of education of the students. He said that during the visit students are learnt about functioning of national institutions including very important universities located in Islamabad and listen the national leaders. "This sort of training and grooming will help the students in their practical life in future," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that similarly SMIU also arranges International Exposure Program (IEP) for its students. So far, different groups of SMIU's students have been visited UK, China, Malaysia and Turkey under the IEP since 2015 under the supervision of their teachers.
Karachi, January 11, 2019
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) chaired a meeting of newly elected representatives of teachers of the university for its statutory bodies include Syndicate, Senate and Academic Council, on Friday. These all members were elected through election, which was held recently.
Addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU has a unique place in all universities of the country due to its association with Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and its history of quality education. This is why, all employees specially faculty, students and administration have to play their most positive and result oriented role for quality education and development of the university in the most challenging 21st century.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the responsibilities of the newly elected members of the statutory bodies of the university have been increased, hence, now they have to actively participate in the activities which are essential for grooming of students and uplift of SMIU.
The members who attended the meeting were Dr. Subhash Guriro, Assistant Professor, Dr. Kamlesh Kumar, Assistant Professor, Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, lecturer, Mr. Shahid Obaid, lecturer, Mr. M. Naeem Ahmed, lecturer, Mr. Ajab Ali Lashari, lecturer, Mr. Irfan Ali Kandhro, lecturer, Mr. Wafa Mansoor, lecturer, Mr. Hassan Hashim, lecturer, Ms. Ifrah Imam, lecturer and Ms. Quratulain, lecturer.
Karachi, January 4, 2019
The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) has accepted research proposals of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's two research scholars - Dr. Muhammad Hasihm Zuberi, Assistant Professor and and Dr. Hina Shehnaz, Assistant Professor, faculty members of Department of Environmental Science of SMIU for funding of Rs. 4.29 million.
The HEC under its 'National Research Program for Universities (NRPU) 2017-18' will provide Rs.2.99 million to Dr. Hina Shahnaz to conduct research on "Natural Preservative a Seaweed: An Alternate Resource for Modern Food Industry" and Dr. Muhammad Hashim Zuberi will be provided Rs.1.3 million for conducting research on "Analyzing the impact of Onshore Wind Energy on Environment and its Social Acceptance in Pakistan (Jhimpir and Jamshoro region Sindh)".
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has congratulated both the research scholars of SMIU and hoped that their research work will certainly benefit the country. He said SMIU will continue to encourage and provide conductive environment, facilities and required assistance to its research scholars to conduct such research studied, which are the need of the country in present days.
Karachi, January 4, 2019
The election for nine vacant seats of teachers for Senate, one seat for Syndicate and one for Academic Council of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) were held at the Hassanally Effendi Library of SMIU.
Mr. Irfan Ali Kandhro, (Department of Computer Science), Mr. Shahid Obaid, (Department of Business Administration), Mr. M. Naeem Ahmed (Department Business Administration), Mr. Ajab Ali Lashari, (Department of Education), Mr. Wafa Mansoor (Department of English, Allied), Mr. Hassan Hashim (Department of Mathematics-Allied), Ms. Ifrah Imam (Department of Media & Communication Studies), Mr. Asif Hussain Samo (Department of Business Administration) and Ms. Quratulain (Department of Business Administration) were elected as members of the Senate.
While Dr. Subhash Guriro, Assistant Professor, Department of Business Administration was elected unopposed as member of Syndicate against the seat of representative of Assistant Professor. At the same time Dr. Kamlesh Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science was elected unopposed as a member of Academic Council of SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU while congratulating the newly elected members of SMIU's Senate, Syndicate and Academic Council, hoped that all the elected members will work for the development and progress of SMIU with more vigour and responsibility.
Karachi, December 28, 2018
Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah, Chief Secretary Sindh has said that today media is not confined within local boundaries but it has become international media due to information technology. Thus, media persons of the country have to compete on the international level. In this respect Sindh Madressatul Islam University has taken a great step by starting 24-hour transmission of its FM Radio "Voice of Education" and that will provide qualified and experienced young people to media industry of the country.
He said this after inaugurating SMIU's 24-hour transmission of FM Radio on Friday at the auditorium of the university. He lauded efforts of SMIU to start 24-hour service of its radio and congratulated to Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, teachers and students on the most positive addition of radio service to their academic resources and in the national service also.
The Chief Secretary Sindh Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah said that media is a very important subject and science in present day world. In the past there was a lack of qualified persons in the field of media. Only Pakistan Television and Radio Pakistan were main sources of information in the country, but after 2002, a new era of media started in Pakistan.
He further said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University being an Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah has always played a historic role specially in importuning modern and quality education to the people of Sindh. This is why, the great leaders, who shaped the society before independence of Pakistan and in the post independent era, had received their education from this great institution.
Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah said today, after getting university status, Sindh Madressatul Islam University under the leadership of its Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh is playing a major role in quality education and, he hopped that SMIU will emerge as the greatest seat of learning of Pakistan in near future.
"SMIU is rendering a remarkable national service by imparting modern education in subjects of media and environmental sciences, which are still being rarely taught in Pakistan's universities," the Chief Secretary Sindh said and added that students of SMIU will play their significant role in future by following the ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his address thanked to the Chief Secretary Sindh Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah for inaugurating the 24-hour transmission of SMIU's FM radio, which has 96.6 frequency. He said that through this radio service the voice of students and education of the country will reach on the world level. He said that SMIU's FM Radio "Voice of Education" will promote education in the country and if the government of Sindh wants services of SMIU's radio, it can highlight educational activities of the provincial government.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said SMIU's radio will ultimately benefit the country in the field of education and will spread awareness among students and their parents. "Today, the voice of education is very much important for development of Pakistan, and SMIU is playing its multi-dimensional role in the field of education," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh concluded.
Earlier, Dr Ambreen Fazal, Chairperson Department of Media and Communication Studies of SMIU presented welcome address and highlight features of SMIU's FM Radio. On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also presented souvenirs to the Chief Secretary Sindh Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah. An introductory documentary about SMIU was also screened on the occasion. Earlier, Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah visited the Jinnah Museum of the university.
Karachi, December 26, 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) organized a prize distribution ceremony for the winner groups of SMIU's students who had participated in the Innovative Ideas Competition (IIC-2018), at its Senate Hall on Wednesday. The competition was held with the collaboration of Distinguished Innovations, Collaboration & Entrepreneurship (DICE) Foundation at SMIU. Dean Faculty of Business Administration, Management and Commerce Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar and Prof. Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh distributed cash prizes among the winner groups.
The first cash prize of Rs. 20,000/- was given to a group of students comprised of Suman Dilip Kumar, Tooba Yousuf, Ufaq Gul and Mushahid Hussain Shah, on their project of "My Assistant." Third cash prize of Rs. 15,000/- was given to two-member group of Syed Usman Hussain and Mahira Mansoor on their project of "Multidimensional Holographic Disopay" and third prize of Rs. 12,000/- was given to Maaz Ahmed and Shajia Sehar on the project of "Recycling App." Also, other seven groups of the students were given cash prizes of Rs. 4,000/- each, on their projects.
Thereafter, Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar in his speech said that the basic aim of the said competition was to provide a platform to the students of SMIU to generate their new ideas through different projects. He said that Incubator Center of SMIU also provides an opportunity to the students to recreate their innovative ideas. He praised the role of Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for providing full assistant to carry out this kind of healthy activities for students of the university.
Karachi, December 24, 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's character was his great legacy and he was a symbol of honesty. Therefore, each and every citizen of Pakistan must be honest and committed to the country and the nation.
Delivering a memorial lecture on the subject of "Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and his legacy," in connection with the birthday anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah at the auditorium of SMIU on Monday, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had held higher positions in his life, but it was his honesty that no could dare to raise a figure towards his character. The Father of the Nation had himself called 'curse` to bribery and corruption in the undivided India and had said that it would be no space in Pakistan.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had wanted to see his country free from bribery and corruption at aimed to see the down trodden and poor masses of Pakistan prosperous and developed. But in the last seventy years we have failed to act upon his ideals.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that competency was also another legacy of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. "Despite getting education from Sindh Madressatul Islam, which was established for downtrodden and poor pupils of Sindh, Mr. Jinnah succeeded to pass entrance test in Lincoln's Inn, London and then became a successful barrister in undivided India," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, a biographer of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah said and added that it was his competency that he became a great leader of Muslims of sub-continent and succeeded to get independence for his Country-Pakistan.
"Youth of the country specially students of SMIU have a great responsibility to learn lessons from the life, struggle and ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and like him, firstly they have to get education, financial independence and social status, then if they want, can enter in the politics for betterment of the country," the Vice Chancellor of SMIU said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that on the occasion of birthday anniversary of the Father of the Nation we have to revisit life, struggle, achievements and ideals of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, after that our nation could move in right direction.
Karachi, December 15, 2018
The annual Festival of Arts and Ideas organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Saturday concluded after weeklong activities, which included 40 sessions on various subjects and issues, screening of documentaries and classical films and quiz competitions in which students actively participated.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor, SMIU, appreciated various committees comprising students and faculty which organized the weeklong event successfully.
He also thanked the guests who arrived at the event from various parts of the country and from foreign territories. He said SMIU had pioneered the tradition to enhance the leadership qualities of students through various innovative means and that festival was part of the same scheme.
He said the event provided platform to students to expose their talents in various forms that would boost their confidence and help them improve on that in future.
He said the annual Festival of Arts and Ideas would resume next year as well.
Speaking at the distinguished lecture series, Ameena Saiyid, a former managing director of Oxford University Press-Pakistan, appreciated the SMIU for organizing an inspiring event, adding, such events should be held in every university in the country. She congratulated the SMIU vice chancellor for spearheading a successful programme, which would provide a wonderful opportunity to students to expose their inner capabilities and bring young people close to literature and books.
Ameena Saiyid in her thought provoking speech said that women in Pakistan were making a niche of their own in the country's male-dominated business establishments and it was just a beginning.
She said Pakistani women were trying to create a passageway for those waiting in the wings.
Ms Saiyid said she was not a feminist but had been working with men for decades and had encountered male prejudice, which took various forms. She added the reason for that was putting down a woman who equated herself with men professionally and to portray her as a person with a handicap or disability.
She added, however, similar statements had also emanated from women.
Ms Saiyid said the empowerment of women in Pakistan had trodded a painful course with every small victory snatched with the utmost exertion from the teeth of hardened prejudices.
"Working women here are still pioneers in the early stages of their pilgrimage because the internal inequalities of power, authority, and resource allocation still remain in many families."
She said unlike men, most women were trained to be managers from a very young age.
"Think of housewives. What are they if not managers? They manage an intricate unit like a household with its human and material aspects; they manage family politics and devise strategies for stretching what is usually a limited income, and take care of countless household and family needs."
She said housewives also managed siblings from early childhood, deal with the wrath of fathers and the recriminations of overworked mothers without running out to seek refuge in interesting occupations outside the home.
"And yet their contribution is evaluated unfairly as being unproductive."
She quoted Dr Mahbub ul Haq: "What a successful conspiracy to reduce women to economic nonentities."
Ms Saiyid said women's attempts to redefine their identities had had success; the context invariably remained the family.
"The family establishes the parameters and frames of reference. At the same time, it provides an anchor in a fast changing world."
She said women's strengths made them peculiarly suited for managerial positions and theirs should be a major presence in boardrooms.
She spoke over building her own business in publishing and selling imported books before she joined OUP to head it 30 years ago.
Prof Abdurrahman Tufan, a Turkish professor affiliated with school of medicine in Gazi University, Ankara, spoke in the distinguished lecture series in which he said modern day technology was helping the field of medicine in saving precious human lives.
He said the use of drones should be enhanced in providing emergency treatment and supply of medicine particularly in the countries forming the Third World.
A panel discussion on stereotypes for women was held in which Shaista Muhammad Ali, Dr Masuma Hasan and Dr Arfana Malahs poke over various issues conflicting women's empowerment in the country.
A session on Shakespeare's poetic wisdom was held; while in another, students sang and indoor games were played.
Karachi, December 14, 2018
The Festival of Arts and Ideas, organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at its premises, entered in its fifth day on Friday in which various sessions were held in which experts and students spoke over various issues and ideas.
Speaking at the distinguished lecture series, Mian Raza Rabbani, former Senate Chairman, thanked Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Vice Chancellor, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, for inviting him and applauded the university's endeavours to promote a culture of debate, which had long gone since the ban was imposed on student unions some decades ago.
He said the ban on student unions divided students; thus, lack of academic freedom deprived them of the gift of critical thinking.
He said that the Senate had passed a resolution demanding lifting of ban on students union, but no action had been taken as per its recommendation.
Giving a brief account of Pakistan's foreign policy to students Mr. Raza Rabbani criticized United States for continuously pressuring Pakistan to 'do more' despite the country had suffered grave losses in terms of human casualties and properties on behalf of America in the Afghan war.
He said Americans had never protected the interests of Pakistan; instead they had always been concerned about their own interests.
"Once their interests are fully served, they show no qualms in leaving us in the lurch," said Mr. Rabbani.
He said Pakistan itself suffered the deadly culture of drug and Kalashnikov in the wake of Afghan war. However, once the Americans got their task accomplished, they never came to rescue Pakistan from those menaces.
He said United States wanted to make India as the policeman of the region because it considered India as its strategic partner; however, such American design was not acceptable to Pakistan.
He said Pakistan was a sovereign country and would accept anything that was agreed upon on equal terms.
Mian Raza Rabbani said the mindset of Indian establishment was rigid and narrow, as it had sabotaged every good thing that had been offered by Pakistan.
He referred to recent opening of Kartarpur route, which was a good gesture offered by Pakistan, yet, Indian foreign minister refused to attend the ceremony.
He said India was involved in state-sponsored terrorism in Balochistan and elsewhere in Pakistan. He added that the worst violations of human rights were being committed in Indian-occupied Kashmir where all international laws and norms were being broken up and the rest of the world was silent. He asked where was the conscience of the West on those violations in Kashmir where children, women and men were being killed and exposed to pellet guns.
He said Muslims in India were being attacked and killed on the pretext of eating beef.
He criticized United States for putting Pakistan in the blacklist of religious freedom.
He also academics and students should be involved for devising the country's foreign policy.
Earlier, SMIU vice chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh introduced the speaker, adding, Mr Rabbani has always struggle for rights of people of Pakistan. He said that his association with SMIU is strengthened because his father was a close associate of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and the Quaid was also an old student of this institution.
He also presented shield to the guest speaker afterwards.
Prof Zeliha Kocak Tufan, a member of Turkish Council of Higher Education, spoke in the international lecture series in which she spoke over the issues relating to higher education of her country.
She said a total of 206 institutions offering higher education in which 140,000 students from various countries were admitted; most of them were enrolled with universities in Ankara and Istanbul. They included 1,822 students from Pakistan.
She referred to an exchange programme under which 256 students and 171 faculty members were affiliated with Turkish universities.
Prof Tufan said students from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Germany, Somalia, Bulgaria, Egypt and Syria were studying in Turkish; adding, her country eagerly wanted wider cooperation with Pakistan in education sector.
A panel discussion was held on leadership strategies for Pakistani business. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Pakistan and Turkey have close friendly relations that are being strengthening day by day. He said SMIU has also a close association with Turkey, because Sultan of Turkey has given title of `Effendi` to Hassanally, founder of SMI.
An impressive school show was organized in the premises; author Muhammad Ibrahim Joyo's life was discussed; and students presented the poetry of Sufi poet Mawlana Jalaoddin Rumi and Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
Karachi, December 13, 2018
The Festival of Arts and Ideas, organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at its premises, entered in its fourth day on Thursday in which various sessions were held in which experts and students spoke over various issues and ideas.
At a session "Media and the state: Is honeymoon over?" speakers blamed the electronic media for negative reporting because of racing for ratings that eventually painted negative image of the country elsewhere.
Speakers, however, said despite being influenced by the highly divisive society of the country, Pakistani media still managed to play its positive role in trying disseminating untwisted information to people.
They said a country of 200 million people was divided on various fronts; as there were people who supported fundamentalism and others sided with liberal and progressive ideas, yet, media outlets in general were ensuring that truthful information reached to people.
They, however, blamed the race for ratings often forced the electronic media to run twisted and incorrect news items and twisted information on primetime talk shows.
"Fundamentalism has gripped the country on the one hand and on the other there are liberal forces. Similarly, our society is divided on ideological grounds as well. In such a situation, media is still making it possible to inform people honestly," said eminent journalist Ghazi Salahuddin.
He said such a role of the media was a part of the concerted effort to get the people glued to democratic process.
Ghazi Salahuddin further said media was mirror to revolutionary changes in the world. He advised the students to broaden their vision and ability to conform with the changing scenario of the media business.
Media personality Wusatullah Khan said media was not just limited to a newspaper or a news channel, but books, poetry, fiction, cinema and drama also fall in its vast definition.
He said freedom of expression was attained through great struggles in the world. The freedom of expression was begotten a century ago in the West, which even increased after the World War-II.
Wusatullah Khan spoke over the current financial crisis as being claimed by the media outlets. He said the media organisations got merely a quarter of its advertisements from the government while the rest of 75 per cent came from the private sector.
Besides, he added, the media owners also had other businesses to earn from; in such a situation, he wondered, the financial problems being claimed by the media organisations was beyond comprehension and absurd.
He said the character of media was also changing because it had to entertain the dictation of the clients who paid for advertisements.
Journalist Mazhar Abbas said most talk shows on news channels were negative in nature and ratings were the key culprit to blame for it.
He said most wrong information was being relayed on electronic media because of continuous pressure of deadlines and wild goose race for ratings; and they could not rectified later on.
"Our reporting is highly irresponsible and this is leading the society to negative path."
He said the electronic media's reckless reporting painted the negative image of Karachi elsewhere in the country and abroad; that even stopped foreigners in visiting the city on bizarre misconceptions.
Owais Zaidi of the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority said people were gradually getting aware about what was happening in the country and elsewhere in the world. He said the situation relating to media was not worse and it would take time for the business to get improved.
Later, SMIU's Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented shields to the guest speakers.
Meanwhile, quiz and poetry competitions among the students were held. Students presented the poetry of Sufi poet Sachal Sarmast. Separately, Madiha Rehman reviewed the works of novelist Kamila Shamsie in 'Life of an Author' session.
Karachi, December 12, 2018
KARACHI: Accompanying scholars and delegates from abroad and across Pakistan, Vice Chancellor of the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on Wednesday formally inaugurated the second edition of the varsity's annual Festival of Arts and Ideas.
National and international delegates, deans, faculty and senior management of SMIU were there to witness the festival.
The vice chancellor visited the stalls set up by SMIU's students on the theme of "World is Our Home." All the stalls were depicting various cultures of the continents and nations of the world.
Addressing the inaugural ceremony at the inner courtyard of the main building of the university, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the theme of last year's festival was "Celebrating 70 Years of Pakistan," and this year's theme "World is Our Home" was selected as Pakistan was also a part of the world, thus, all the people living on the planet formed a single entity.
He said many issues were common among the people living across the borders like poverty, world peace and climate change.
Dr Shaikh said that world peace could bring prosperity and development in all parts of the world. He was of the view that the biggest bond among all people of the world was humanity.
"Today, with the help of information technology people living on the globe are coming closer to each other."
However, he added, it was wrong that the times of wars had gone.
"Wars are being waged in various countries and we, the human beings, have to go a long way to attain peace and tranquility in the world."
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that it was the need of the hour for humanity to sit together and settle down disputes.
He appreciated efforts of coordination committee of the festival, office bearers of student societies, directorate of students' affairs, faculty and management of the university on organising successful festival.
Justice (Retd) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan said that the SMIU had organized a mega event which had benefited its students in all respects.
He said that Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh had turned SMIU in a unique institution within a few years and in future it will attain greater success.
He highlighted SMIU's leadership programme and said the programme also provided opportunities to its students to visit national and international institutions.
Prof Aleksei Bykov, a professor of international journalism associated with the St. Petersburg University, Russia, spoke at length over the 'Lesson on freedom of speech in the international journalism'.
He referred to the World Press Freedom Index 2018 of the Reporters Without Borders where Pakistan had a better standing (139th in the list of 180 countries with last the least free) than Russia (148th) and China (176th).
The Russian professor also spoke over the conditions of the press freedom in his native country; he briefly referred to the happenings in Turkey particularly after the 2016 botched military coup.
Speaking at the Distinguished Lecture Series programme, Junaid Ismail Makda, president of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) said that Pakistan had started proceeding towards positive direction after peace had been restored after many decades. He said Pakistan was still the safest place on the planet.
A panel discussion was held on the subject of "Education as an Instrument of Social Change". Noted educationists Dr. Mohammad Memon, Prem Sagar, Asif Ikram, Chandni Kumari were among the panelists.
The discussants were of the view that during the past couple of decades, education had deteriorated badly as a result, "we have failed to bring social change".
They said at present the country was left with infrastructure and not the institutions. They added there was a dearth of pedagogical leaders and, sadly, teachers had turned into instructors only.
Besides, the participants said syllabus being taught to students did not meet the modern day demands.
"We need to revisit the whole scenario," said Dr Memon.
Another panel discussion was held on "Impacts of Climate Change on Water Resources". Ahmer Bilal Soofi, Tania Saleem, and Naeem A. Mughal were among the panelists.
In the series of "Life of an Author" the lifetime and poetry of Mirza Ghalib was reviewed by Dr Tanzeemul Firdous of the University of Karachi.
SMIU's students presented poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai in the series of "Poetic Wisdom".
Karachi, December 11, 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's second Festival of Arts and Ideas, on its second day, Tuesday, also attracted a large number of students. On this day, classical films Cleopatra (1963) and Charli Chaplin were screened at the auditorium of the university. This event was jointly organized by SMIU's Arts Society and Directorate of Students Affairs.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU also attended the event and appreciated the efforts of organizers for making the festival successful.
On third day of the festival, Wednesday, December 12, a formal inauguration ceremony of the festival will take place at 10:30 am. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU will inaugurate it.
After that in the series of "Life of an Author" life and poetry of Mirza Ghalib will be reviewed by Dr. Tanzeemul Firdous, Chairperson of Department of Urdu, University of Karachi at 11:30 am at the inner courtyard of Main Building of the university. Then Mr. Junaid Ismail Makda, President of KCCI, will deliver a lecture in the series of "Distinguished Lectures" at 12:00 noon at the same venue. Afterwards, Prof. Alexey Bykov of Department of International Journalism, St. Petersburg University, Russia will speak in series of "Instrumental Lectures" at 3:00 pm.
A panel discussion will be held on the subject of "Education as an Instrument of Social Change" at 4.00 pm. Noted educationists Dr. Mohammad Memon, Mr. Prem Sagar, Mr. Asif Akram, Ms. Chandni Kumari, lecturer of SMIU and Mr. Abdul Bari, student, would be among the panelists. Another panel discussion will also be held on "Impacts of Climate Change on Water Resources" at 5:00 pm. Mr. Ahmer Bilal Soofi, Ms. Tania Saleem, Mr. Naeem A. Mughal and Ms. Anmol Memon, student, would be among the panelists.
On the same day SMIU's students will perform on poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai in the series of "Poetic Wisdom" and "Tanseens of SMIU."
Karachi, December 10, 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's 6-Day, `2nd Festival of Arts and Ideas` started from Monday, December 10 in its premises. On its first day, the award winning documentaries and short films were screened at the auditorium of the university. This event was organized by Arts Society of SMIU.
The second event of the day was a competition of documentaries and short films among the students of SMIU, which was held at the same venue, in which six documentaries and five short films were presented. Among these, three documentaries: Story of Amanullah by Syed Haider Rizvi, The life of a Karachians by Hamdan Brohi and Bhambhor by Syed Adeel, won first, second and third award. Likewise, the short films: Ugly by Nida Nayab, Zindagi ke Nishtar by Omar Wali and Laghan by Uzair Khan and Ms. Rahmeen, received first, second and third prize. Vlog competition among the students of SMIU was also held, which was organized by the Science Society. The jury was comprised of Mr. Maskwaith Ahsan, Mr. Fahamuddin Haqi and Mr. Saad Shakil.
On this occasion Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, in his address appreciated creative and technical work, script writing skills and social consciousness of students of the university and said that he has impressed very much from direction and selection of subjects of documentaries and short films.
"The subjects of the documentaries were very important as they were representing cultural heritage of Pakistan. Similarly, subjects of short films were reflecting very important social and environmental problems such as forced marriages, colour discrimination, deforestation and misuse of social media," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that this sort of work will aware younger generation about core issues of the country."
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh also announced that very soon SMIU will organize a National Film Festival at the university, in which students of universities of all provinces will be invited to participate.
On the second day of the festival, Tuesday, classical films will be screened at SMIU's auditorium.
Karachi, December 7, 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) is organizing a grand 6-Day, 2nd "Festival of Arts and Ideas" from 10th to 15th December 2018 in its premises. The festival comprises about forty events, concurrently running in a heavily packed program. The events include lectures by national and international scholars; talks by eminent persons from various walks of life; panel discussions on important issues; depiction of cultural heritage of Pakistan; screening of classic films; performing art shows; exhibitions of paintings, photographs and documentaries and other such events.
These all events are being organised by six societies of SMIU's students include Literary Society, Art Society, Science Society, Community Services Society, Debating Society and Sports Society.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has said that the basic objectives of organizing this festival is to enhance the thinking horizons of our youth as well as to enable them to appreciate various forms of arts. This event will also polish the organizational capabilities of our younger generation as all the events are being organized by elected students' societies/council under supervision of their faculty members. This activity will divert the attention and energizes of our youth towards positive pursuits. He said this while chairing the meeting of the Festival Coordination Committee, which was held on Friday at the Senate Hall of the university.
In the meeting, after a detailed discussion, the sessions to be held during the festival were given a final shape. It was decided that on the first day of the festival, Monday, December 10, award winning documentaries and short films will be screened. Also Documentary/Short Film and Vlog Competitions among SMIU Students will be held on the same day. On second day Tuesday, December 11, classical films will be screened.
On third day of the festival, Wednesday, December 12, a formal Inauguration Ceremony will take place at 10:30 am. On the same day, life and poetry of Mirza Ghalib will be reviewed by Dr. Tanzeemul Firdous, Chairperson, Department of Urdu, and University of Karachi. Mr. Junaid Ismail Makda, President, KCCI, will deliver a lecture in the series of "Distinguished Lectures". Also, Prof. Alexey Bykov, Department of International Journalism, St. Petersburg University, Russia will speak in series of Instrumental lectures. On the same day a panel discussion will be held on the subject of Education as an instrument of social change. Dr Muhammad Memon, Mr. Prem Sagar, Mr. Asif Akram, Ms. Chandni Kumari and Mr. Abdul Bari will be among the panelists.
Another panel discussion will be held on the "Impacts of Climate Change on Water Resources." Mr. Ahmer Bilal Soofi, Ms. Tania Saleem, Mr. Naeem A. Mughal and Ms. Anmol Memon, would be among the panelists. The last item of the third day of the festival would be a performance of SMIU's students on poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, in the series of "Poetic Wisdom."
On the 4thday, Thursday, December 13, literary works of noted novelist Kamila Shamsie will be reviewed by Ms. Madiha Rehman, Former Director PACC in the series of Life of an Author. Then a panel discussion will he held on the subject of "Media and the State: Is Honeymoon over?" Mr. Wusatullah Khan, Mr. Ghazi Sallahuddin and Mr. Mazhar Abbas will participate.
In the series of "Poetic Wisdom" poetry of Sindh's mystic poet Sachal Sarmast will be reviewed. On the same day distinguished intellectual of the country Mr. I.A Rehman will deliver lecture. Then a panel discussion will be held on the subject of "Regulating Social Media: Why and How?"
Ms. Shamim Rajani, Ms. Faiza Yousuf, Ms. Hina Ilyas and Ms. Maham Nasrullah will be among the panelists. In the "Poetic Wisdom," poetry of Parveen Shakir will be reviewed.
On the fifth day of the festival, Friday, December 14, Prof. Saleem Memon will review the works of noted intellectual and writer of Sindh, Mr. Muhammad Ibrahim Joyo, in the series of "Life of an Author." On the same day Mian Raza Rabbani, former Chairman Senate will talk in the series of "Distinguished lectures." Then a session will be held on the poetry of Allama Mohammad Iqbal. In the International lecture program Prof. Dr. Zeliha Kocak Tufan, Executive Board Member of Council of Higher Education, Turkey will deliver lecture. A panel discussion on the "Leadership strategies for Pakistani Business" will also be held on the same day, in which Dr. Huma Naz Baqai, Syed Mazhar Ali Nasir and Dr. Abuzar Wajidi will participate. SMIU's students will also perform on the poetry of Moalana Jalaluddin Rumi.
On the last day of the Festival of Arts and Ideas, Saturday, December 15, 2018, Prof. Abdurrahman Tufan, Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey, Ms. Ameena Saiyid and Mr. Imtiaz Ahmed Shaikh, will deliver lectures. Poetry of William Shakespeare will also be presented. On this day a panel discussion will be held on "Stumbling Block: Stereotypes for Women," in which Mrs. Shaista Muhammad Ali, Dr. Masuma Hasan, Dr. Arfana Mallah, Ms. Mehnaz Rehman and Ms. Suman Dilip will participate.
The concluding session will be held on the same day at 7.00 pm. During all these days of the festival a funfair with various stalls will also be organized by the students.
Karachi, December 4, 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Office of Research Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) with the collaboration of DICE Foundation US, organized an Innovative Ideas Competition (IIC- 2018) at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU on Tuesday.
The students presented their innovative ideas on various opportunities in the competition which were widely praised by the audiences and evaluators.
In the 1st phase, 48 groups presented their innovative ideas out of it, 16 projects were shortlisted by the 6 members jury. Dr. Stephen John Director ORIC said that the main purpose of this activity is to encourage our students come up with innovative ideas. Nowadays our country is focusing on export and as per the need of the time young people should start their business instead of focusing on jobs.
The students presented ideas as per the need of current time. Top ten ideas will be selected by the evaluators and later on awarded with winning prizes. Dean of Department of Computer Science and Information Technology Dr.Syed Asif Ali also spoke at the occasion.
Karachi, November 17, 2018
The second convocation of the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was held at the Convention Centre of the Golf Club, DHA, in which 271 students in five disciplines were conferred with bachelors and masters degrees.
Governor of Sindh, Mr. Imran Ismail, and provincial minister for women development, Syeda Shehla Raza, awarded gold and silver medals to 15 meritorious students.
Governor Imran Ismail said he felt it honour for him to be present at the convocation of an educational institution where Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had received his early education and where the father of the nation spent most of his academic life's years.
"No other educational institution could be more prestigious than the Sindh Madressatul Islam University where my leader, the founrder of Pakistan, had been enrolled with," said the Governor of Sindh.
He advised the students who had completed their education at the SMIU to chase their dreams as they liked, but those dreams should not be dreamed without Pakistan.
He said the country had produced great brains, yet, a dominant majority of them would migrate to other countries at the expense of the country's loss.
"Pakistan deserves to offer success stories to the world, which we have not been able to do over the years for one reason or another. But, you should come forward and become inspiration for the generations to follow," said Governor Mr. Imran Ismail.
He said the outgoing students owed a lot to the country and it was the payback time.
He said loving and contributing better things to the country was part of the partnership every citizen had with one's motherland. He added the students should enter into various fields including economy, politics and arts etc. and set examples for the world.
He invited the students to visit the Governor House and witness the Quaid-e-Azam's office which had been preserved and offered the Quaid's life to look at. Besides, he also advised the women development minister to help those students visiting the Sindh Assembly.
Vice Chancellor, SMIU, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh thanked the governor who chose the university as the first to preside over its convocation after assuming the office.
He said the governor was keen to play his role in higher education in the province.
Narrating the historical significance of the SMIU, Dr. Shaikh said Sindh Madressatul Islam University was the second school founded by Hassanally Effendi in 1885 to impart Muslims with modern education a decade after Aligarh School.
He said the Sindh Madressatul Islam upgraded to the status of college by the Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah himself and was made a university in 2012 as per aspiration of the founder of the nation.
He said Quaid-e-Azam had so much love with the Sindh Madressatul that he bequeathed it a third of his property.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said SMIU was the most qualitative and disciplined university among the public sector universities in Sindh. He spoke over the university's Leadership Programme under which students were exposed to top functionaries in Islamabad and four other countries like China, United Kingdom, Malaysia and Turkey.
He said 90 per cent of the first batch of the university which passed out last year had already got jobs. Similarly, a large number of students who had passed out this year had got job offers.
He said the university had got a vacated an encroached plot in its premises where two six-storey blocks were being constructed, which would accommodate another 3,000 students along with the existing 2,000 pupils.
He said the Sindh government had allotted a plot to the university in the Karachi Education City in Malir, for which the federal government had allocated Rs.1.57 billion for its first phase which would complete in 30 months. The scheme of Malir Campus of SMIU would complete in a decade in three phases.
"It will accommodate another 18,000 students," said Dr. Shaikh. Besides, another 10-acre plot allotted by the Sindh government in Hawkesbay area was being used to establish a Pakistan's Silicon Valley like facility which would provide education and research in information and communication technology. This facility would accommodate another 5,000 students.
"Thus, more than 28,000 students will be enrolled with our university after a decade."
Sindh's Women Development Minister Syeda Shehla Raza said what made her happier was that a significant number of female students were among the passing out graduates.
Ms. Shehla Raza offered the university's final year female students to join the career counselling programme being offered by the women development department.
Out of 271 students who were awarded degrees, 142 graduated in the bachelor's programme and another 129 in the master's programme. Some 194 students were male and 77 were female.
Eight meritorious students were awarded with gold medals, six of them were female. Another seven were bestowed with silver medals, four of them were female.
Later, VC SMIU Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented shields to the governor and the provincial minister. The Convocation was attended by Justice (retd.) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan, vice chancellors of differnet universities, parents of the students, faculty and staff members.
Karachi, November 7, 2018
The educationists of Sindh have supported the idea of forming School Education Commission (SEC) in Sindh to re-arrange and bring basic reforms in education system of the province, which is suffering from many problems including governance and administrative problems due to fragmentation and inconsistency prevailing in the Department of Education.
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's four member committee of research scholars have developed the said idea, in which they have suggested the Sindh Government to form SEC in Sindh on the pattern of Higher Education Commission that will look after the school education from pre-primary to intermediate level with the support of seven wings. The commission will be headed by a chairman, and that post must be tenure based.
While giving briefing to the academicians on the subject of "Reforming Education-Rethinking Governance" on Wednesday at the Senate Hall of SMIU, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, who is also head of above mentioned committee, comprised of Dr Stephen John, Dr Muneer Moosa Sadruddin and Dr Rakhshanda Kokab said that the main task of SEC would be to improve education in Sindh from primary to intermediate level and all examination boards, Sindh Text Book Board, curriculum development bureaus, and other relevant bodies should be given under it.
He further said that at present affairs of education in the province are looked after by Government of Sindh's three separate departments and each department has its own secretary. "School education, college education and universities and boards are being looked after by three respective secretaries, and are assisted by other officers of general cadre," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that due to the frequent transfers of these officers, they are failed to acquire in-depth knowledge of education sector and ensure delivery.
He was of the view that the fragmented structure and inconsistency in the department of education in the province, the curriculum development, textbook publications, examination boards, teachers' appointments, their training etc., are carried out by different bodies and organizations without any cohesion and coordination.
He further said that the commission would establish its seven wings such as curriculum development and textbook publication wing, examination and evaluation wing, infrastructural and physical facilities wing, enrollment enhancement wing and monitoring and evaluation wing (this would be responsible for ranking of school in star system), selection, capacity building and training wing, and private, non-formal and Madressah education wing.
He also proposed that the management of schools could be entrusted to the local governments on low level. In this regard schools from class one to class eighth should be given under the administrative control of union councils and from class ninth to intermediate should be given under district councils, while the commission will function as facilitator in vital areas of education including monitoring and evaluation of the institutions.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that this whole new management system will benefit all students especially poor children of the province because in Sindh about 52 percent students are out of school, which is a highest ratio than Punjab and KPK.
He was of the view that in the past Sindh's education system was considered best after Bengal, but today is not producing good results. Therefore, it needs improvement. "Quality education is must for development of any nation," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added we have to bring basic changes in the education system without any delay.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also said that this is the third consultative session with educationists. Earlier, they have been held a sessions with Sindh Education Minister and officials of the Sindh Education Department and media persons.
A large number of educationists including Mr. Qamar Shahid Siddiqui of Provincial Institute of Teachers Education, Nawabshah, Dr. Farida Lodhi, Dr. Syed Abdul Aziz of Department of Education, Jinnah University for Women, Dr. Farhat Khanum, Dr. Kamal Hyder, Department of Education, Federal Urdu University, Karachi, Dr. Safia Urroj, Head of Department Teachers Education and Dr. Anjum Bano Kazmi, University of Karachi attended the session. They all fully supported reforms in education system, which were suggested by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in his presentation.
26 October 2018
Senior most journalist and columnist Mr. Mehmood Sham has said that universities and media houses should cooperate with each other for betterment of journalism. Specially media houses should send their media persons to the Department of Media and Communication Studies of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and other universities for their proper training.
He said this while addressing the students of Department of Media and Communication Studies of SMIU on the subject of Changing Paradigms: News in the Digital Age, as a guest speaker at the Senate Hall of the university.
Mr. Mehmood Sham said that in the past when they were addressing the new generation of that time, belong to media they used to say that we were talking to Moalana Zafar Ali Khan, Shorash Kaashmiri, Pir Ali Mohammad Rashdi, Ibrahim Jalis, Shoukat Siddiqui, Qazi Abdul Majeed Abid and Sirajul Haq Memon of future, but today, time has been changed and they can't say like that about the present day young generation of journalism.
He further said that media persons must be trained in their profession and they should have command on language. Apart from it, they must read literature, history, politics and other subjects, because they will clear the horizon of their mind when they will write a story.
He said that the history of print media in South Asia is more than one century old and it had gotten birth from literature. In the past there were no media departments in universities. That is why; editors and sub-editors were mostly poets and short story writers. Therefore, today's students of media departments must read classical literature of Urdu and other languages. He suggested them to read Deputy Nazir Ahmed, Munshi Prem Chand, Krishan Chander, Quratul Ain Hyder, Asmat Chugtai, Intzar Hussain, Ashfaq Ahmed, Abdullah Hussain and Mustansir Hussain Tarar.
He said that the content must be given preference in journalism. He also said that young generation is future of Pakistan; therefore they must get quality education and work honestly.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his speech paid great tribute to Mr. Mehmood Sham for rendering great services in the field of journalism for last about half century. He said that he considers him as his mentor and he had learnt a lot from his writings. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh stressed upon the students to learn from the life of Mr. Mehmood Sham about media ethics and value of professionalism.
He said, he himself is a professor of Media Studies, therefore, he thinks that media is a great source of national service that is why, media persons must consider national interests before filing news reports and also they must strengthen their institutions. Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of IT and Dr. Ambreen Fazal, Chairperson of Department of Media and Communication of SMIU also spoke. A large number of students attended the session.
25 October 2018
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that SMIU's cultural diversity makes it a true national institute of the country. We consider the cultures of all provinces of Pakistan as our own cultures. This is why, SMIU is trying to strengthen cultural harmony by organizing different cultural programs with the title of "My Beloved Pakistan."
He said this while addressing the cultural program organized by the Science Society of SMIU, in which Pakhtun culture was presented through folk dance and recitation of poetry of Rehman Baba.
While appreciating beauty and colours of Pakhtun culture, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU encourages all cultural colours of Pakistan because these are also the sources that are bringing all communities of the country closer to each other.
He said that we knew a lot about the cultures of other countries but unfortunately, we are less aware about our own cultural heritage. "SMIU being an Alma- Mater of Quaid –e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, has initiated to highlight cultural diversity of Pakistan by organizing various cultural shows through its Students' Societies," the Vice Chancellor said and added that Pakistan is a bouquet of beautiful cultures of difference provinces, therefore we must know about them. He further said that KPK is a beautiful place and its people also have a rich cultural traditions. He appreciated the performance of Pashtun students too.
Patron of the Science Society Dr Muhammad Ali and Manager Department of Student Welfare and Placement Ms. Quratul Ain Memon also spoke at the occasion.
23 October 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University organized an awareness session for female employees and girl students about the breast cancer in connection with the Pink Ribbon Day.
On the occasion chief guest of the event Dr. Masuma Hassan, former Cabinet Secretary and Ambassador of Pakistan, said Pakistan has highest Breast Cancer ratio all over in the Asia, "according to figures quoted by various sources 40000 women are being died due to breast cancer, while ninety thousands women are diagnosed with said disease" she said further.
Dr. Masuma said in our society women are hesitant to tell openly about breast cancer.
She emphasized that Government should work on creating more awareness about breast cancer among women with the knowledge and techniques to detect breast cancer at early stages, as it is registering an alarming increase in girls in Pakistan.
She said there is no awareness among the majority women of Pakistan about the breast cancer, which is a great threat to the lives of the affected women. She said that only the awareness about it can save the women from the disease. She said that our literate women have a responsibility to educate their daughters about it. She said every woman should know the symptoms of the cancer disease.
Earlier, Campus Medical Officer Dr. Maria gave a presentation about the causes and presentation of breast cancer in detail. On this occasion prizes were also distributed among winners of Tag and War competition which was won by the students from department of Education and Environmental Science. Ms. Nimra Naeem student of Computer Science department got first price in competition of wearing Best pink dress while Dr. Maria got award in employees category of wearing pink dress.
19 October 2018
Mr. Saeed Ghani, Provincial Minister of Sindh for Local Government, Public Health Engineering and Rural Development, and Katchi Abadies has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has set a good tradition by forming Students' Council and giving a right to vote to its students to elect thirty representatives of the council. He suggested that other universities of the country should also follow this tradition.
He said this after administering oath to the thirty elected office bearers of Student's Council of SMIU at the inner courtyard of the varsity's Main Building on Friday.
The Student's Council is further divided into six societies as arts society, community service society, debating society, literary society, science society and sports society with each having its own sovereign structure.
Mr. Saeed Ghani said that it is good to see that SMIU encourages its students to have political understanding along with quality education. He said every university and college should have a student union, however, since such unions were also misused in the past, there was a difference of opinion within the society over its complete revival.
He said when everyone in the country was eligible to cast a vote then why such a right was not given to students in educational institutions; as students were the ones who had to run the country in future.
Mr. Saeed Ghani said things would get better in future if students were encouraged to take active part in politics. He asked the faculty to encourage students to take understand the politics and democratic values as the country needs good leadership. He said things would improve when everyone in the country got understood politics and felt the real power of the vote.
He congratulated the elected members of the Students' Council of SMIU and hoped that all the elected representatives will upheld the democratic values along with acquiring quality education, which would help them serving the country in a better way in future.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, felicitated the members of the elected Students' Council and said the SMIU was the first and only among the public sector universities in the country, which had given the right to its students to elect their own representatives on the council.
He said the SMIU offered the Students' Council as an alternative to student unions and the students were empowered to elect 30 members on the Students' Council in pure democratic order.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had founded Pakistan through vote and on the basis of the decision taken by the elected representatives of people.
"That's why, the students of the Alma-Mater of the founder of Pakistan have been accorded the democratic right so that in addition to getting modern education, they could be able to have democratic thought and serve the country as true heirs of democratic values," Dr. Shaikh said.
Earlier, Priyanka Narain and Hassan Farooq, presidents literary and debating societies, spoke promising that they would play their role in improving the university further.
A large number of students, faculty and representatives from various walks of life attended the Oath Taking Ceremony.
19 October 2018
Mir Shabbir Ali Bijarani, Provincial Minister of Sindh for Mines and Mineral Development called on Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Friday at his office. During the meeting they agreed to strengthen cooperation between SMIU and provincial ministry of mines and mineral.
Mir Shabbir Bijarani said that the students of SMIU will be provided opportunities to visit mines located in Thar, Jamshoro and other areas of Sindh and observe mineral resources of the province.
Mir Shabbir Bijarani said SMIU, being an Alma-Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah is most important for him. He also considers it his own institution as his late father Mir Hazar Khan Bijarani had close association with Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and SMIU. Therefore, he will try to play his role in its development.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that the research scholars of the university will support the provincial ministry of mines and minerals in its various areas. He also suggested that the Mines and Mineral Development of Sindh should set up its museum in Karachi, where valuable stones like granite and other nature mineral should be displayed.
Later on, Mir Shabbir Ali Bijarani visited Jinnah Museum and other sections of SMIU and appreciated the discipline and performance of the university.
18 October 2018
The research scholars have suggested the provincial government to form the School Education Commission (SEC) to r-arrange education system of the province which is suffering from governance issues though fragmentation and inconsistency prevailing in the Department of Education.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, head of the four member committee of research scholars that has developed the said idea of formation of SEC on the pattern of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, briefed the media persons on the subject on Thursday, at the Senate Hall of the university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the main task of the SEC would be to improve education in Sindh from primary to intermediate level and all examination boards, Sindh Text Book Board, curriculum development bureaus, and other relevant bodies should be given under it.
He further said that at present affairs of education in the province are looked after by Government of Sindh's three separate departments and each department has its own secretary. "School education, college education and universities and boards are being looked after by three respective secretaries, and are assisted by other officers of general cadre," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that due to the frequent transfers of these officers, they are failed to acquire in-depth knowledge of education sector and ensure delivery.
He was of the view that the fragmented structure and inconsistency in the department of education in the province, the curriculum development, textbook publications, examination boards, teachers' appointments, their training etc., are carried out by different bodies and organizations without any cohesion and coordination.
Dr Shaikh said that the proposed commission should be headed by a chairman, who should be an educationist, preferably with a Ph.D., having vision and adequate experience in the field of education and the Chief Minister Sindh would be over all head of the commission. He further said that the commission would establish its seven wings such as curriculum development wing and textbook publication wing, examination and evaluation wing, infrastructural and physical facilities wing, enrollment enhancement wing and monitoring and evaluation wing (this would be responsible for ranking of school in star system), selection, capacity building and training wing, and private, non-formal and Madressah education wing. He said that these all wings of the commission would work under the chairman.
He also proposed that the management of schools could be entrusted to the local governments on low level. In this regard schools from class one to class eighth should be given under administrative control of union councils and from class ninth to intermediate should be given under district councils, while the commission will function as facilitator in vital areas of education including monitoring and evaluation of the institutions.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that this whole new management system will benefit all students especially poor children of the province because in Sindh about 52 percent students are out of school, which is a highest ratio than Punjab and KPK.
The vice chancellor said that in the world think tanks of universities are playing major role in policy making on various issues, likewise SMIU's think tank is playing its role in re-arranging education system in the country for benefit of the nation. After that a question-answer session was held.
14 October 2018
Prominent intellectuals and academicians have said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was the greatest Muslim leader of 20th Century. He was not a traditional landlord, Sardar and a religious leader, but he had come out from a middle class family and led the nation for independence with a power of arguments.
They said this while addressing the inaugural ceremony of Sindhi translation of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh's book titled "Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Education, Struggle and Achievement," which was held at the inner courtyard of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Saturday night. The book was translated by Anwer Abro into Sindhi. It has also been translated into Urdu by noted journalist Rashid Butt.
The speakers said that it was the only example in the history that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah got independence for the Nation through a legal way, polite politics and a power of arguments.
The Sindh Minister for Education, Culture, Tourism & Antiquities, Syed Sardar Ali Shah said that from Kashmir to Kalibangan, it all area was the Indus Valley Civilization, and the village of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's ancestors was near to Kalibangan, which is now in present day Rajasthan. Hence, it is not a matter of any debate that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was born either in Jhirrak or in Karachi city, but we own him as our great leader and we have to make Pakistan as he had dreamt.
Syed Sardar Ali Shah said that it is a matter of pride for him that he is talking on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah at his Alma-Mater. "Sindh Madressatul Islam has remained a center of knowledge, a place of intellect and it has contributed a lot in the fields of education, politics, social science, literature and other areas of the country," the provincial minister said.
He was of the view that we can make a new Pakistan only by implementing the ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. "The Quaid's dream of independent, prosperous and peaceful Pakistan will come true when we will act upon the constitution," the minister said.
The author Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he has written this book specially for young people of the country, as they are mostly unaware about the real life, struggle and achievements of founder of Pakistan Quai-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
He further said that he preferred to make the book pictorial as in the digital era young people doesn't bother to read big books.
Extending his offer to Sindh Education Minister for printing text books from SMIU Press, he said that SMIU Press will print text books of the Sindh government without getting any profit from it.
He also suggested the names of Dr Suleman Shaikh, Dr Jaffar Ahmed and Prof. Saleem Memon for the board of publication of SMIU, who may suggest most valuable books for publication.
Dr Jaffar Ahmed, prominent intellectual said that this book should be translated into other languages of Pakistan including Punjabi, Pashtu, Balochi, Seriaki etc.
"This is a basic book on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, therefore, the youth of the country must read it," he said. Dr Jaffar Ahmed praised the contribution of Dr Shaikh towards the history of Pakistan by writing this book.
Dr Suleman Shaikh, Secretary of SZABIST said that this is a brief but comprehensive account of the life of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He said that the author has cleared many ambiguities that were especially in the minds of young people about the life and struggle of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
He disparately said that we have not acted upon Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Jinnah's thoughts that he had expressed about Pakistan in his famous speech of 11th August 1947, delivered in the Constitutional Assembly.
Prof. Saleem Memon, Chairman of Shah Latif Chair of University of Karachi also lauded the work of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and said there is a need to write and get published this kind of books for younger generation.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave a presentation to the Provincial Minister for Education Syed Sardar Shah and educationists about the formation of "School Education Commission" (SEC) in Sindh" on the lines of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, at the Senate Hall of SMIU.
In his presentation he said that the idea of formation of SEC is a brain child of five research scholars of SMIU, who want to improve the education system of the province from primary to intermediate level.
Talking on the subject of "Reforming education and Re-thinking governance," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that today the Department of Education is fragmented and is facing inconsistency. He was of the view that the education system in Sindh has been collapsed due to the governance problems, as it has been divided into three parts, one is school education headed by a separate secretary, second is college education, which is also headed by another secretary and third is university education, which is too headed by another secretary.
He suggested that a chairman should head the proposed School Education Commission, who should be PhD and have an ample experience in the sector of education. "Sindh Text Book Board, Curriculum Development, examinations boards and other such related departments should work under the SEC as its wings," Dr Shaikh said.
Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah in his speech said that he himself had received his education from public sector educational institutions, therefore we all should get our children enrolled in public sector schools and colleges, that act will build trust on the public sector schools. He also said that there is a need of improvement and reforms in the education department of Sindh and they are working on it.
Others also spoke on the book.
The ceremony was attended by a large number of writers, intellectuals, academicians and students.
12 October 2018
Elections of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's six Students' Societies including Debating Society, Art Society, Community Service Society, Literary Society, Science Society and Sports Society were held on Friday under the supervision of Directorate of Students' Affairs and Placement of SMIU. Seventy four candidates had contested for thirty seats (five of each society).
On the election day, SMIU was presenting a look of festivity. All male and female students were enthusiastically involved in the election process. Candidates and their supporters had decorated the election area with panaflexes and banners.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU also observed the election process. On that occasion he said that SMIU was the only university in the country which since 2014, just after two years of its elevation to the level of university, has given a democratic right to its students to form societies and conduct elections annually through a transparent democratic process.
He said that we are grooming SMIU's students through this kind of democratic process as well, as they, in the future should prove good leaders of their areas of interest in the country. He was of the view that this sort of involvement of students in their own matters will make them responsible towards their own life and also towards the country, in future.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that the elected representatives of the societies would be responsible to organize various programs for learning and grooming of their fellow students.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU congratulated the young elected leaders and hopped that they will play their active role for creation of more healthy and competitive environment in the university that will help the students to polish their leadership and managerial skills, spirit of team work and tolerance.
8 October 2018
Dr Shireen Mazari, Federal Minister of Human Rights of Pakistan has said that the Federal Ministry of Human Rights of Pakistan and Sindh Madressatul Islam University will jointly work for human rights on various platforms. In this respect the ministry will support SMIU to teach the subject of Human Rights to the students at graduate level as an optional subject.
She said this during the meeting with Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, who had called on her at Islamabad on Monday.
Dr Shireen Mazari said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University, being an Alma-Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, is most important and a national heritage for them. This is why, it deserves special attention of the government. "Keeping its importance in the mind the government will cooperate and support SMIU in its development," she said.
She highly appreciated SMIU's annual programs like Festival of Arts and Ideas and Leadership Program and said that whenever the students of SMIU will visit Islamabad under the National Leadership Program, the Ministry of Human Rights of Pakistan will arrange a session with them.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU briefed her about the SMIU and its most effective role in modern and quality education in the country. He also apprised her about SMIU's various programs initiated for grooming and training of students.
5 October 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that role of teachers has become more responsible and responding in the present day world as the fast developments occurring in every subject of life are creating new engines of knowledge and learning. This is why, teachers must be familiar with that developments and transfer their latest knowledge and information towards their students.
He said this while addressing the World Teachers' Day celebration, which was organized by SMIU at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU on Friday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that teachers have remained agents of change in human society since centuries. Likewise, teachers of today's digital era have more responsibilities to prepare younger generation keeping the challenges and demands of the day in their mind. "Our country and people will not move forward without modern and quality education," Dr Shaikh said and added that in this respect teachers have to play their positive role. The Vice Chancellor of SMIU also congratulated teachers' community on their day and stressed upon students to respect them.
Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce in his speech said that we are living in the period of knowledge based economy, where teachers are contributing more than others.
Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of Information Technology said that the teaching profession is most respectable, now it depends upon teachers that how they maintain their dignity by their activities.
Earlier, faculty of SMIU Dr Syeda Rakhshanda Kaukab, Dr Hina Shehnaz, Mr. Shahid Obaid, Ms. Khushboo and Ms. Syeda Wajiha Naim also spoke on the occasion. SMIU's students too paid homage to their teachers by delivering speeches.
2 October 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that a splendid sports complex is being built in the Malir Campus of SMIU. Similar complex will be built in the Hawks Bay Campus of SMIU and another sports hall will be built in the new academic block of the city campus of SMIU, which is being built on the recently vacated plot of the university, located near SMIU Model School.
He said this while addressing the inauguration ceremony of the Indoor Sports Hall, held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university. The Indoor Sports Hall has recently been built for boy and girl students, faculty and staff members at the premises of the university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that SMIU has always tried to provide the best academic, co-curricular and sports facilities especially to its students at amid to produce healthy minds from the university. "Our younger generation needs such healthy facilities as they may think positively and contribute in the country with fresh mind," the Vice Chancellor said.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh inaugurated Indoor Sports Hall by cutting a ribbon and then visited Gym, table tennis and other sections of the hall.
Mr. Mohammad Kashif, SMIU's sports officer gave presentation on the newly built Indoor Sports Hall. Ms. Quratul Ain Memon, Manager Students Affairs also spoke.
1 October 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has clarified that the All Pakistan Clerk Association (APCA) has no association with SMIU as there is no clerical position in the university. In a statement issued on Monday SMIU has further said that SMIU has not forcefully terminated service of any employee, but as the university believes in discipline, therefore, it has taken disciplinary action against some its employees who were not performing their duties honestly. It was also said that the case of such employees is in the court, therefore, SMIU will not further comment on the subject.
29 September 2018
A four member committee of research scholars of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) headed by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has suggested to the provincial government of Sindh to formulate School Education Commission (SCE) on the pattern of Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, to improve education from primary to intermediate level in Sindh and all the examination boards, Sindh Text Book Board, curriculum development bureaus, and other relevant bodies should be given under it.
Addressing the 6th meeting of the Academic Council of SMIU, held at the Senate Hall of the university, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that at present school education is looked after by the Government of Sindh's two departments of school and college education. Both the departments are headed by secretary, assisted by other officers of general cadre, whose frequent transfers make it impossible for non-educationists to acquire in-depth knowledge of education sector and ensure delivery. He was of the view that due to such fragmented structure of education in the province the curriculum development, textbook publications, examination boards, teachers' appointments, their training etc., are carried out by different bodies and organizations without any cohesion and coordination.
"The proposed commission should be headed by a chairman, who should be an educationist, preferably with a Ph.D., having vision and adequate experience in the field of education," the SMIU Vice Chancellor said and added that the commission may establish its some wings such as selection, capacity building and training wing, curriculum development and textbook publication wing, examination and evaluation wing, infrastructural and physical facilities wing, enrollment enhancement wing and monitoring and evaluation wing (this would be responsible for ranking of school in star system) and private and non-formal and madressah education wing. He said that these all wings of the commission would work under the chairman.
The Think Tank of SMIU also proposed that the management of schools could be entrusted to the local governments, while the commission will function as facilitator in vital areas of education including monitoring and evaluation of the institutions.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that this whole new management system will benefit all students specially the poor children of the province because in Sindh about 52 percent students are out of school, which is a highest ratio than Punjab and KPK.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said so for nine education policies have been formed, but there is a need to implement only one education policy which was formulated by founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah in 1948.
The Academic Council of SMIU supported the proposal of SMIU's Think Tank prepared for establishment of the School Education Commission in Sindh. The other members of the four members Committee of SMIU's research scholars, were Dr John Stephen, Dr Muneer Moosa and Dr Syeda Rakhshanda Kaukab.
In the meeting the minutes of the 5th meeting of the Academic Council were approved and decisions were also taken regarding courses, research work and SMIU's education policy.
19 September 2018
Dr Syed Mohammed Junaid Zaidi, founder Rector of the COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad has said that today outdated syllabus is being taught in educational institutions of the country and 99 percentage of the books of syllabus are authored by academia of other countries. There are no writers in our country who can write syllabus books for their own children with latest knowledge and information of information technology.
Addressing the faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Wednesday at the Senate Hall of the university, noted scientist and educationist of Pakistan Dr Zaidi said that there was a need to bifurcate faculty into research faculty and teaching faculty at aimed to achieve goals of quality education and research in the country.
He said that today PhD has become essential for teachers. Therefore, they must acquire it, because about fifteen thousand PhDs are needed for existing 190 universities of the country.
"There are many challenges ahead for young faculty in the country, but they have to prove good teachers by concentrating on their professional responsibilities. If once they are entered in the field of teaching, then they have to fulfill its all obligations and shouldn't search new job opportunities in newspapers daily," the world known educationist said.
Talking on different layers and stages of education system he said in school, students are just groomed to understand basic things of life, in collage, they are prepared for universities and, in universities, they, being mature persons, are studying different subjects, doing practical and research work and involve in dialogue with other students and teachers. Thus, we have to follow these lines and prepare our younger generation for future challenges.
Talking about SMIU he had that he feels proud while visiting the Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and has very much impressed from its clean and green environment, which is lacking mostly in public sector institutions of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his welcome address highlighted the services of Dr Zaidi rendered in the field of education by establishing a great institute COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, and introducing NTS in the country. He said that our country needs such committed and most learned persons, who can lead the country towards progress and development in present day challenging era. He said there was a need to give royalty to the authors of syllabus books. Also there should be uniformity in education system in the country. He further said that we have to implement the education policy which was prepared by founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
13 September 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and China's South China University of Technology, Guangzhou have agreed to cooperate with each other in various fields including faculty and students' training programs and research work. They agreed upon it during a meeting held between Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and Chinese delegation headed by Prof. Dr. AN Ran during Chinese delegation's visit to SMIU on Thursday.
On this occasion an introductory program was held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU, where Prof. Dr. AN Ran in her speech said that the aim of their visit was to meet the people of Pakistan especially youth and try to learn from each other about the things of mutual interest and culture. She said that during their visit to various cities of Pakistan including Islamabad, Peshawar and Karachi they were impressed from the diversity of Pakistan's culture.
She said that they also want to know that what the people of Pakistan think about CPEC. She also highlighted importance of cooperation between SMIU and her university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his address said that there was a need to establish people to people contact between people of Pakistan and China specially youth of both countries, because youth of China and Pakistan have a lot power and they have to take the important positions in their respective countries in future.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that there are very historic strong linkages between Pakistan and China. Silk Road connects both the countries and maritime route connects Sindh province's Karachi city to China's city Guangzhou.
"The historic Sindh Madressatul Islam University of Pakistan and China's one of the big universities - South China University of Technology can bring a major change in the region through their cooperation with each other, especially in the context of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that common men of Pakistan and China will be benefited from the cooperation of universities of both the countries.
He emphasized that the cooperation between SMIU and South China University of Technology will strengthen relations of both the countries- China and Pakistan.
On this occasion documentaries of SMIU and South China University of Technology were screened.
The other members of the China's delegation were Prof Kang Shang, Mr. Nadeem Akhtar, Associate Professor, Ms. WU Yanran (Master student) and Ms. LIU Xin (Master student).
The program was attended by Deans, Chairperson, faculty, senior management and students of SMIU.
1 September 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University celebrated 134th Foundation Day of the institution on Saturday in a befitting manner. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, diplomates and other guests participated in the cake cutting ceremony, held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university.
Afterwards, addressing the ceremony Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that establishment of Sindh Madressatul Islam on 1st September 1885 was a result of unrest prevailing in Sindh after annexation of Sindh by British in 1843 as Sindh's Muslims despite having six times more in the majority than other religious communities, were legged behind in all spheres of life.
He added that failed war of Independence of 1857 had also compelled the Muslims of sub-continent to get modern education along with their religious education. "In this respect, the first successful experiment was done by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan by establishing Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in 1875 at Aligarh," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that after that successful experiment Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi with the support of Justice Amir Ali and with the advice of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, opened Sindh Madressatul Islam in Karachi in 1885.
He was of the view that in the later days SMI transformed Sindh's Society and produced great leaders of the nation.
He said that today SMIU upholds its legacy and provides modern education especially to the students of under privileged class, because Sindh Madressah was established for poor students of the province. He said in the country there would be a few public sector universities out of two hundred public and private universities that would be imparting quality education to students, but SMIU is unique in its performance and policies as it provides highly modern education with all facilities to the students on lowest fees. "We also provide scholarships and fee concessions to the students," he said and maintained that SMIU gives 6000 rupees per month to poor students who couldn't afford even fare of transport.
Dr Shaikh said that the most costly private universities are mostly producing elite class, which, in many cases used to leave the country and settled down in other countries, but lower middle class and middle people have to live over here in their own country and to serve it. This is why, SMIU gives quality education to the students of downtrodden class who will serve the country and bring positive change in it.
Earlier, Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce, Prof. Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of Information Technology and students of SMIU highlighted role of the institute played in modern education as a school, college and university. On that occasion a group of SMIU's students also performed on a tableau and another group of students presented a song of SMIU. Two documentaries were too screened.
The ceremony was attended by Mr. H.E.Tolga UCAK, Consul General of Turkey, Mr. Jonson Green, Public Affairs Officer of U.S. Consulate, Mr. Stephen Valen, Cultural Affairs Officer of U.S. Consulate, Prof. Dr Akhtar Baloch, Vice Chancellor of Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari, Ms. Nadra Panjwani, philanthropist, deans, chairpersons, faculty and students of SMIU and other guests attended the ceremony.
31 August 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that those students who have succeeded to get admission at SMIU are very fortunate because they, now have become a part of that historic institution, which is an Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. This is why, their responsibilities will increase manifold.
He said this while addressing the Orientation Day, organized by the University for newly admitted students in under graduate, graduate and PhD programs for Fall-2018, on Friday at SMIU's Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto auditorium of the university.
Welcoming the newly enrolled students at SMIU, the Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that being the Alma-e-Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, SMIU, very honestly and devotedly fulfils its national obligation and responsibility to provide most modern education to its students along with other learning facilities including financial assistance and other privileges in a very conducive atmosphere.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that SMIU encourages its students to nurture their hidden talent by providing various activities being organized by the university on different times. He stressed upon them to strictly follow discipline and rules and regulations of the university, respect their teachers, staff members and fellow students, concentrate on study and participate in co-curricular activities, which will give them confidence and improve their leadership skills and qualities. "We never compromise on our principles. Also, SMIU provides protection and respectable environment to its female students and female faculty and staff members. Therefore, the newly admitted students have to follow the policies of the university," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said.
Earlier, deans of various faculties, chairpersons and heads of different departments introduced their departments through presentations. A documentary on the "Past, Present and Future of SMIU" was also screened on the occasion. Later on, students visited various departments of the university.
14 August 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, the Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah celebrated the Independence Day with a great national spirit on Tuesday, 14th August. In this connection three major events were held at SMIU. All historic buildings of this 133 years old institution were decorated with national flags and other decorations pieces. Students were clad in colorful and cultural attire. The entire atmosphere of the university was presenting a look of a national festival.
The first program of the Independence Day Celebrations was flag hoisting ceremony, which was performed by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in premises of the university. The participants prayed for prosperity of the country and its people on the occasion.
The second program was organized by the students of SMIU at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, which was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh. Different groups of the students participated in singing and speech competitions. They also presented a dialogue about the past, present and future of the country.
In his address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU said that we, as a nation, have to pledge for ending gender and other all discriminations, ethnic bias, elimination of poverty and creation of equal system for all citizens of Pakistan according to the vision of founder of the country Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
He said that the nation should not wait for any miracle or masiha, who will run the country according to the ideals of the Quaid, but we all have to work to materialize the vision of the Quaid into reality.
He was of the view that it was not an easy task to get Independence from British rulers, but it was the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders who succeeded in their mission. Now, it is our responsibility to make the country prosperous and developed.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that there is no doubt the Independence Day is the happy day for entire nation, but it is a happiest day for Sindh Madressatul Islam University as the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other central leaders of the Pakistan Movement had received their education from this institution.
"Being heirs of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, SMIU's students, faculty and all employees have a great responsibility to work for development and progress of the country," Dr Shaikh said and added that we have also to change our approach towards poor and weak people. They are as respectable as others are. The country will not move without unity of all sections of the society.
Stressing upon young generation Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the young generation of the country should learn from the life, ideology and struggle of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who in his entire life had never used an abusive language against any one. "Even his opponents were leveling false allegation against him but he had always used most civilized langue for them also," the Vice Chancellor said and added that if young generation acts upon the ideals of the founder of Pakistan, we shall make the country most modern and developed."
In the end Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave away prizes to the winners. Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce and Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of Information Technology also spoke on the occasion.
The third and last program of the celebrations was organized by students of SMIU Model School at the same venue. Little kids of the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah marvelously performed on tableaus and national songs.
Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in his speech lauded amazing performance of the students of SMIU Model School and announced two thousand rupees as a cash prize for each participant of the activities and ten thousand rupees for teachers who prepared and guided them.
Besides the Vice Chancellor, deans, chairpersons, faculty, registrar, heads of different administrative sections, principal of SMIU Model School and students of the university and SMIU Model School attended these all programs.
10 August 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University while appreciating SMIU's more than 70 faculty members on completion of their first research project has said that it was a big task that was fulfilled by the faculty within a one week and announced formation of a research cell in SMIU to monitor the research activities at the campus and provide assistance to the researchers.
Addressing concluding session of "Faculty Research Project Sharing" at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university on Friday Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides teaching, research work is also essential for professional career of faculty members. Keeping such importance in mind, the Vice Chancellor said that SMIU fully supports its researchers for conducting quality research work. "They will also be financially supported in their research work," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that the faculty should also involve students of SMIU in the research work.
He further said that SMIU has set a unique example in the country by initiating more than seventy researches on different subjects at a time. "In the end of the current a research seminar would be organized where researches of SMIU's faculty would be showcased,"Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh announced and said that especially young faculty members should come forward in the field of research as their future success is associated with the research work.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also appreciated the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), that has organized the research workshop to provide research opportunities and guidance to the faculty.
6 August 2018
The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) of Sindh Madressatul Islam University organized a workshop on Statistical Techniques for analyzing primary data of research, for SMIU faculty on Monday at its auditorium. Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce delivered lecture on the subject. This series of lectures is being organized by the ORIC on directives of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU aimed at to promote research culture in the university and guide the faculty in the field of research.
In his lecture Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar talked on research techniques in detail and said that especially young faculty members should know about basic techniques of research work, because without knowing such techniques they could not conduct appropriate research work.
Prof. Dr Channar was of the view that fundamental aim of research is to answer the questions arising from society and human life and also suggest solutions of problems of the country on systemic and scientific based data.
He further said that observation of a researcher should be strong and he/she must be aware of his/her own culture and problems, then they could conduct relevant and accurate research work. Also work of research lies on innovation.
Prof. Syed Asif Ali, Dean of Faculty of Information Technology in his concluding remarks said that due to emphasis given by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU on research work for the faculty, it is a very positive step to organize lecture programs on the subject on regular basis. "Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh is more supportive in conducting research work, therefore, particularly, young faculty members of the university, should learn from these activities and initiate research work accordingly," Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali concluded.
4 August 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that majority of senior researchers of the country are lacking fresh and innovative ideas related to the problems of the country. Also in majority universities of the country, research work and research skills are degraded. Therefore, we have to improve quality of research work and encourage young people, who are still uninitiated in research work.
He said this while delivering a lecture to the faculty of SMIU on the subject of how to conduct a research and promote research culture in the country," at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh talked on research skills, methodology, methods, important components of research paper and other related topics in detail.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that in our country it has been observed that majority of senior faculty members are proved non-cooperative to juniors in research work feeling a fear that they could be replaced by them. On the country, he said, academia of developed countries are happily sharing their ideas and experiences with their juniors and also providing them necessary support which they are needed. Therefore, we have to change the non-cooperative culture in the field of research.
Dr Shaikh said that there is an acute need to educate and support young academia about research work, who are lacking basic concept and importance of it. He advised young researchers that they, instead of depending on anyone else must take initiative by themselves believing in their own abilities.
Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Channer, Dean, Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce, Director ORIC Dr. Stephen John, Assistant Professor Munir Moosa Sadruddin, Director I.T Administration Mr. Shah Muhammad Butt and others gave presentations on the subject of research.
1 August 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has announced the upgradation of SMIU Model School from secondary to Higher Secondary School level and said that the admissions in the first year will be commenced from current year.
He said this while chairing a meeting of the teachers of SMIU Model School on the first day of their return from summer vacation, which was held at Senate Hall of SMIU on Wednesday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU Model School will also be expended and construction work of its another building will be started within one month. He said SMIU Model School is working well, but it needs more improvement as it was known in the past.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that SMIU Model School is an integral part of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, this is why we are giving equal attention and importance to it, but its teachers have to perform their duties with dedication and devotion.
"The teachers will be promoted on the performance basis in the next grades, therefore, they have to give their quality time to the teaching of the students by considering them like their own children," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that SMIU provides all modern facilities to teachers, administrative staff and students of SMIU Model School, in the response the teachers have a prime responsibility to produce best students, who may play their constructive role in development of the nation and of the country.
Ms Nabeela Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School, teachers of the school, Registrar of SMIU Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Director Finance Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Director HR Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro and others attended the meeting.
31 July 2018
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that research work has a great significance in any university. That is why, we are emphasizing on quality research work at SMIU and encouraging faculty members to do it on priority basis.
He said this while presiding over a meeting of the faculty members of SMIU at the Senate Hall of the varsity.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that those faculty members who will do quality research work with innovative ideas will be given awards and remuneration. He further said that the evaluation of faculty members will also be based on their contribution in research work, therefore every teacher should spare at least two hours daily for his/her research work. He said SMIU, besides other facilities, also provides conducive atmosphere to its male and female members.
"Quality research work is also needed for development of the country and the institution," Dr Shaikh said and added SMIU has earned a unique identity through its quality education, now we have to focus on research also.
Dean Department of Computer Science Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean Department of Business Administration, Management and Commerce Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Chairpersons of different academic departments and Registrar Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal were also present in the meeting.
21 July 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) conducted an entry test for admissions in under graduate, graduate and PhD programs for Fall 2018 in two shifts in a local hotel on Saturday. About eighteen hundred students had applied for admission on available three hundred seats in different departments i.e. Department of Business Administration, Commerce and Management Science, Computer Science, Media and Communication Studies, Environment Science and Education. The candidates had come from all parts of Sindh, because SMIU offers admissions on open merit basis. About eighteen hundred students had applied for the admission on about three hundred seats.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU visited the venue and observed the process of the test. On that occasion he while talking to the deans, chairpersons and faculty of various departments and senior management of the university, said that this year SMIU received the applications from candidates for admissions six times more than the previous admission.
He said that since 2012, when this great institute had received university status, the SMIU charges only fifteen hundred rupees for admission form and prospectus, but in lieu it provides a most conducive place and environment for entry test while other universities fail to provide such environment.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU has become a great seat of modern education, this is why a large number of students want to get admission at this historic institution, which is an Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. "We also want to give admissions to all the willing students but due to lack of financial resources and space, at this stage we only offer admission on a limited number of seats," the Vice Chancellor said. He said that SMIU provides modern and quality education to its students with the support of highly qualified faculty and modern facilities.
21 July 2018
The faculty and senior staff members of Sindh Madressatul Islam University celebrated completion of 24 years of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, as the head of this historic institute on Saturday. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh along with deans, chairperson, faculty, senior management and staff members performed cake cutting ceremony. On that occasion they all prayed from more success and development of SMIU.
While talking to the participants Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that it was a great achievement that this historic institution was transformed from a typical public sector school to a modern and quality university within last 24 years.
Referring to the last 24 years he said that when he had taken charge of SMI as its Principal, 24 years ago on 21 July 1994, it was seemed as a complete traditional public sector school, where no basic facilities, even drinking water, was available for students. The school was also lacking discipline on every stage.
He said that SMI being a Alma-Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leading figures of the country was needed full concern, devotion, commitment, honesty and loyalty of its leadership, and he along with the teachers and staff members transformed it from a traditional school to a modern academic institute within a short period. "We added girls' secondary section to it, college classes were started for both boys and girls, science and computer labs were established, buildings of colonial era were renovated and healthy co-curricular activities were started at SMI," he said that when this phase of success was completed then the attention was given to get university status for it and that goal was also achieved in 2012," Dr Shaikh said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that his struggle was not ended at the point when university status was achieved for SMI, but a new vigorous struggle has started after it, because we want to make SMIU as one of the best universities of the world.
He said that when he looks back to the last 24 years of his service at SMIU as its head, he feels proud that SMI which was once a Pelo School, is now considered as a modern and quality seat of higher education of Pakistan.
13 July 2018
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), Karachi and Prof. Dr. Iftikhar Ahmad, Vice Chancellor of Abbottabad University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abbottabad, while recognizing the importance of academic research and technological cooperation between SMIU and AUST, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday at the AUST, Abbottabad, during the visit of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh to the AUST.
In the MoU, both the public sector universities of the country agreed to facilitate the exchange of academic members, researchers and experts for conducting research, teaching and exchange of ideas, to provide opportunities for faculty members and researchers to participate in conferences, symposiums and other international academic gatherings of the institutes, to provide necessary facilities to exchange faculty members to spend their sabbatical leaves in each of the two institutes and to collaborate in holding joint scientific, research and technological exhibitions and conducting joint research projects.
They also agreed to exchange students in the areas of mutual interest consistent with regulation of both universities, to facilitate the exchange of experimental equipments and instrumentations for common scientific researches, to exchange information books, academic publications, scientific and research documents, students' thesis, microfilms and computer software in the educational, research and technological areas and to provide facilities for participation of students in sport competition.
Both the heads of the universities also decided that within the framework of the MoU of cooperation, both universities can set further programs of mutual interest in the near future
3 July 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has formed a 15-member Core Group of SMIU's alumni belonging to school, college and university in a meeting held on Tuesday at the Senate Hall of SMIU. It was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU.
In the meeting it was decided that the main task of Core Group of SMIU's alumni would be to expand its ranks and organize SMIU's alumnus for formation of SMIU's Alumni Council.
Addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that it was a matter of happiness for him that a large number of old students of this historic institution, who have studied over here from 1957 to 2017, have attended the meeting and shown their love and reverence for their alma-mater. He said that SMIU being an alma mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leading personalities of their own professional areas, wants to reunite its alumni and refresh their association with SMIU. In this respect a Core Group of SMIU's alumni will launch a membership campaign for bringing old students of its school, college and university on one platform. After that SMIU's Alumni Council will be formed in the next a few months.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had not only received his early education from SMI, but he had elevated it to the level of college and had also bequeathed one third of his property for it. Likewise, SMIU is trying to bring its old students under the one umbrella of SMIU's Alumni Council. He said that now SMIU is recognized as one of the great institutions of the country, now we are trying to get international recognition for it as a best institution of the world.
He also said that SMIU will provide all required assistance to the core group in its organizational work.
On this occasion SMIU's alumni shared their interesting memoirs associated with this great institution and appreciated efforts of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for providing them opportunity to reestablish their association with their alma-mater through this meeting.
25 June 2018
The Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in its sixteenth meeting has approved Master Plan of SMIU's Malir Campus that will be established in Education City of Karachi in three phases. It was decided that after completion of first phase of Malir campus, educational activities would be commenced from January 2021 over there.
The meeting was held on Monday at the Conference Room of the university and was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, the Chairman of the Syndicate and Vice Chancellor of SMIU.
The Syndicate resolved that the buildings of the Malir Campus should be in continuity of architectural structure of SMIU's old buildings. It was too decided that initially two hostels; one for boys and one for girls, having capacity of two hundred students each, would be constructed in it also. The Syndicate decided that most talented students of Sindh and other provinces of Pakistan would be encouraged to study at SMIU. About the Hawks Bay plot, which was spread over ten acres of land, it was decided that its PC-1 should be prepared and be sent to the government for approval.
The meeting also approved the expansion of SMIU's City Campus, where an IT block and an additional building of SMIU Model School will be constructed on the plot vacated from encroachments, enhancing the capacity of the institution from present 3000 to 5000 students within next eighteen months.
The Syndicate approved SMIU's annual budget of Rs.423million for the financial year 2018-19. The syndicate highly appreciated the National Leadership and International Leadership Programs and directed to take actions aimed at promotion of such activities in future.
Mr. Justice (retired) Agha Rafiq Ahmed Khan, Mr. Rahim Bux Channa, nominee of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Mr. Moinuddin Siddiqui, Additional Secretary, Department of Universities and Boards, Mr. Mohammad Iqbal Jumani, Deputy Secretary, Education, Prof. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean SMIU, Prof. Dr Aftab Ahmed Shaikh, Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Registrar and other members of the Syndicate attended the meeting.
21 June 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Thursday celebrated the completion of 75 years of elevation of Sindh Madressatul Islam to the level of college on June 21, 1943 by the hands of its illustrious alumnus Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Addressing the meeting held to celebrate the day, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University said that exactly 75 years ago on this day, 21 June 1943, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had inaugurated "Sindh Madressah College" elevating his Alma-Mater from school to college. He said that the Quaid had specially come from Bombay to Karachi for this occasion and was visibly observed sentimental during his speech delivered at the inaugural ceremony. "On that occasion the Quaid had also donated some amount for his Alma-e-Mater and had appealed to the audience that they must support SMI, because the institutions can't be run without financial support," Dr Shaikh said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had spent a longest period of his academic career at SMI ranging from 1887 to 1892. This is why, he had developed a deep association with his Alma-Mater, which, he had exhibited on various times including during writing his Last Will in 1939 in Bombay, where he had bequeathed one third of his residual property to SMI and after four years of it, he had come to SMI to upgrade it. In the last days of his life, the Quaid had also visited his Alma-Mater, because he seems very weak in a picture, which is preserved in the Jinnah Museum of SMIU.
"Today the Alma-Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah has become university, and is being considered as one of the modern and best quality universities of the country," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said added that today we proudly follow the legacy of founder of Pakistan by working on his ideals, because, without following his ideals, the country and the nation couldn't progress and move forward accordingly.
14 June 2018
The Network Administrator at SMIU Hizbullah Bullo has been elected as member Syndicate on the reserved seat of officers at Sindh Madressatul Islam University. The election for a vacated seat reserved for a officers on SMIU Syndicate was held in the Registrar office of SMIU on Thursday.
The four members contested the election for the slot under the supervision of Registrar Gulzar Ahmed Mughal who acted as election officer as well. Mr. Bullo will serve for three years as syndicate member.
8 June 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that besides City Campus of SMIU, two more new campuses of SMIU namely Malir Campus and Hawks bay Campus will be functional in next three years. In addition to it, two more academic blocks would also be constructed in the present City Campus and a new most modern building of the SMIU Model School will also be built.
He said this while giving briefing on the development plans for next ten years and admission policy of SMIU on the occasion of Iftar Party, hosted by the university in the honor of media persons, at a local hotel.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the architectural structure of all buildings of news campuses as well as of the SMIU Model School will resemble to its same beautiful structure that was of the old historic buildings of SMIU.
Talking on Malir Campus, located in the Education City, he said that it is a nine year project that will be completed in three phases. In this campus about 25,000 students will get education. There would be hostels for male and female students, residences for faculty and staff members and sports complex. "In the next three years two blocks of Malir Campus would be constructed for whom the federal government has given Rs1.57 billion," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that its plot comprises of 100 acres, was given by Government of Sindh free of cost. He said that a building of school and vocational center has already been completed.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that in the Hawks bay Campus the Institute of Information Technology and Communication will be set up, where about 5000 students will get education. This plot is comprised of ten acres, which was also given by the Government of Sindh free of cost. "This institute will serve as a Silicon Valley of Pakistan," Dr Shaikh said.
The Vice Chancellor further said that the construction work of two new academic blocks in the City Campus will start within one month on the plot, which was recently got vacated from land grabbers. He said that presently more than 2526 students are studying at SMIU. After construction of these blocks the total strength of students in the City Campus would be 5000 as each block will accommodate about 1500 students.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also said that after completion of the said three projects total number of SMIU students would be 35,000.
He also said that the SMIU Model School would be upgraded to the level of Higher Secondary School during the current year, where admissions in first year will be offered.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU being an Alma Mater of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah firmly believe that it will generate more good results for betterment of the country and its people by playing a most focused role. He said that in this regard, in the next ten years, SMIU will focus on research and quality education in the areas of energy, environment, water, poverty alleviation, women empowerment, science and technology, quality education and establishment of Sindh Studies Center in the coming ten years.
Earlier, Mr. Furqan Iftikhar, Director Admissions and Controller of Examination in his presentation informed the media persons that SMIU offers merit based admissions to students in Under Graduate (BBA and BS), Graduate (MBA and MS) and Post Graduate Programs (PhD in Computer Science) in its five departments i.e. Business Administration, Computer Science, Media and Communication Studies, Education and Environmental Science. He said that the admissions for Fall 2018 are open from May 13, 2018 and online registration will continue up to 17th July.
Giving details of the last six years of enrollment in SMIU he said that in 2012, the first academic year of the university, 113 students had gotten enrollment in it. In the second year (2013) 152 students got enrollment. In the third year (2014) the ratio of admissions increased to 205 students. In the fourth year (2015), there were 590 students, who got admission. In the fifth year (2016), 650 students were enrolled and in 2017 (last year, 2017) a large number of students that was 816, were given admission at SMIU. Now, during the admissions Fall 2018, four hundred students will be selected on the required seats.
Ms. Nabila Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School also briefed about the school and said it is imparting best of the best education to its both the girl and boy students.
A large number of the media persons attended the Iftar Party.
4 June 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that SMIU has emerged as one of the ideal and valued universities of the country in the shortest period of six years after its up gradation from school to university in 2012, but it has to get more successes in different areas with the help of combined efforts of its employees.
Addressing the general meeting of SMIU's employees belonging to administration on Monday held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that being a head of the university he has always protected rights and honor of its employees, especially female employees are extended more respect and honor and being protected from any sort of harassment. He said that he has always resolved problems of its employees on priority basis.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he has made the SMIU a most modern university of the country from a traditional public sector peela school, which was known only in the pages of history, some 24 years ago, when he had took its charge as a principal. "Now SMIU is moving on the right path of progress and development very fast. Despite that fact it still needs continuous and sincere services of its employees for its further achievements," Dr Shaikh said and added that he only wants sincerity and honesty of the employees for development of the university.
The employees also participated in discussion and gave valuable suggestions for betterment of the university.
11 May 2018
American scholar Dr Wallace Ford, who is also Associate Professor and Chair of the Public Administration Department at Medgar Evers College, New York, USA, has said that a country with income and wealth disparities can never be a just country and a country with income and wealth disparities can be the source for political and social unrest that can produce more inequality and more injustice.
He said this while delivering a keynote speech on the subject of "International Economic Development in the Modern Era: From Conquest and Colonialism to Empowerment and Inclusion," on Friday at second and last day of the 1st International Conference held on Management, Business and Leadership, and which was organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University at a local hotel.
Dr Wallace Ford said that no nation truly stands alone in the international marketplace - notwithstanding the senseless and ignorant statements by the American president whose name will not be spoken. Indeed, such great economic powers like China, the United States and the European Union have remained great through multiple economic alliances throughout the world.
Dr Wallace Ford maintained that for the modern era to be truly modern, international economic development will need to be truly free and truly fair.
Tracing the history of global economical powers he said that until the second half of the twentieth century, international economic was manifested in strategies that began with conquest and evolved into colonialism. From Alexander the Great to Genghis Khan - from Napoleon to Hitler - from the Mughal Emperor Akbar to Queen Elizabeth - from Shaka Zulu to Hannibal to Julius Caesar - international economic development was effected through conquest.
He said there can be little argument that the ancient model of international economic development based upon conquest was the result of the desire to expand markets and to acquire resources to enhance the economy and national wealth of the nation that initiated the wars and consequent conquest. He was of the view that the destruction of the target nation, the decimation and enslavement of its people and the ancillary affect of eliminating the culture of that target nation were typically seen as the cost of doing business by the conquering nation.
The American scholar further said that this unprecedented global conquest was accompanied by technological and scientific advances culminating in the Industrial Revolution which literally changed the face of the globe and challenged ancient notions of sovereignty and the meaning of international business development.
Dr Wallace Ford said that the great wealth of the British Empire was firmly rooted in the Raj, in other words, rooted in the soil (Pakistan) on which we now stand. He further said that what we now know is that there is no such entity called the United States of America and its great wealth without the genocide committed on the indigenous people of the North American continent, killing millions of the original residents of what is now New York to what is now California, while enslaving millions of Africans and decimating the African continent in the bargain.
He also said that the conquest has always played a role in international development. But it is also true that the era of European American conquest took this form of international business development to an unprecedented scale with implications that have affected the planet ever since.
Dr Asoka Jinadasa of Intrinsic Leadership Academy, Sri Lanka said that the people of Pakistan are heirs of great Indus Valley and Harapan Civilizations, therefore they carry a gene of entrepreneurship, which may able them to restore the past glory of the country. "People of Mohen Jo Daro were successful entrepreneurs, city planners and they had technical knowhow to such extend that they dug wells, constructed covered sewage system, houses and great bath etc. He said that Pakistan has a potential to lead the world in many areas.
Mr. Shamsuddin Shaikh, CEO of Engro Energy Limited talked on the Thar coal project and said that besides working on the project, they with the support of Government of Sindh, have provided 71 percent jobs to local people and also working on their education and health facilities. He further said that they are also working to bring people of Thar into the fold of entrepreneurship by involving them in small businesses and also they are opening shops of embroidery of Thar. Mr. Shamsuddin Shaikh announced that they are opening a campus of NED University and community college in Thar also.
Ms Mehr Malik, CFO, Ideas Gul Ahmed, in her speech said that we, today's generation is a lucky one, that enjoys a lot opportunities than their grandparents. "We are living in a time, where things are changing dramatically. This is why; men as well as women have to work together for development and progress of the country. While sharing experiences of her life she said that women should have courage to "ask" about those things, which they couldn't want to do are that are against their interest.
Talking about SMIU, Ms. Mehr Malik said this institute has grown rapidly and will earn more recognition in near future.
Mr. Naseem Beg, CEO Arif Habib said that there is a weak nexus between universities and industries. He also said that universities have failed to do innovative research work that could help industries to grow according to the needs of time. He suggested forming a think tank that could work on the cooperation of universities and industries.
On the last day of the conference three technical sessions were held on various subjects related to economy and business which were also addressed by prominent experts of the country.
10 May 2018
The 2-Day, 1st International Conference organized by Department of Business Administration of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on the subject of Management, Business and Leadership with the major theme-University-Industry Nexus, started at a local hotel on Thursday. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU chaired the inaugural session. Besides the national, the experts and academicians of USA, European countries and Sri Lanka also attended it.
Addressing the International Conference, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU said that universities and industries can serve the nation specially its underprivileged class by conducting researches on social, educational, health and gender issues of common folk. He said that universities have intellectual capital, which must be capitalized for research that should be based on the issues, problems, sufferings and also on the welfare of common men. "Research should not be for the sake of research, but it must be for the interests of the country and its masses," Prof. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that industries should cooperate and collaborate with the universities to resolve the problems of poverty and unemployment from the country.
Dr Shaikh said that poverty and unemployment are big problems of our country that can be addressed by doing proper research work on it and then finding their solution. He said this conference will produce good results in finding out solutions of social, economic, health and gender related and educational problems of the country, because prominent experts from USA, European countries, Sri Lanka and our own country Pakistan are presenting their research papers on very core issues of the world with reference to Pakistan, in the conference. The Vice Chancellor also congratulated SMIU's Department of Business Administration on organizing this successful international conference.
Dr. Jo-Ann Rolle, Dean, School of Business at Medgar Evers College, The City University of New York (CUNY), USA in her paper said that the world of global business is difference. There is diversity of cultures, skills, discipline and diversity of needs. Thus, she said we must find ways to surround ourselves with difference so that we understand the different prisms of opportunity.
Dr. Rolle further said that I have lived in a place and time when men and women were separated by race, gender and class to a time and space that all men and women must work together for the survival of our united future. "We must find ways to re-think, re-engineer and re-shape a future that will be sustainable for all," she said and maintained that I am true believer that education changes lives." Dr. Jo-Ann Rolle said that students we are preparing must be creative, resourceful, and intuitive; they must understand that innovation is a necessity because business as usual is a death sentence in a dynamic global economy.
Dr. Dalia Streimikiene of Vilnius University, Lithuania, in her presentation on Sustainable Development said that the governments should find out long lasting balance between social, economic and environmental aspects with the help of different dimensions. She was of the view that poverty must be eradicated for sustainable development of any country.
Dr. Dalia Streimikiene said we have to improve living standards and wellbeing of all people, promote peace and better societies and reverse the social injustice. She also linked gender equity, human population, health, education and climate change with the sustainable development.
Dr Asoka Jinadasa of Intrinsic Leadership Academy, Sri Lanka while talking on the leadership said that there is no framework of leadership. Today's leadership is better than the leadership of 2008, when global economic meltdown had jolted whole globe and companies went bankrupt. This is why we have learnt the lessons from it, in the last ten years.
Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Chanar, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce, delivered welcome address and thanked to the national and international guests, who made the conference valuable by their presence and presentation of research papers. In the end Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Chanar and In Charge Chairperson of Department of Business Administration Dr Subhash presented a shield to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU.
Later on three Technical Sessions were held on the subjects of Marketing in the Digital Age: A Perpetual Evolutionary Process, Efficacy of HR Practices in Modern Pakistani Organizations and Studies on Key Financial and Economic Deliverables in Pakistan. These said sessions were chaired by Dr Asoka Jinadasa, Dr Wallace Ford and Dr Jo-Ann Rolle, respectively.
8 May 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Altinbas University of Turkey have agreed upon to jointly start educational exchange programs, research projects and form a forum of different universities of Pakistan and Turkey for cooperation and collaboration in various academic and research fields.
This was decided in a meeting of Turkish delegation of Altinbas University, Turkey who called on Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, here at SMIU on Tuesday. The three member Turkish delegation was led by Prof. Dr. Feride Severcan. Among other members were Assistant Prof. Mollaoglu and Ms. Ceren Gedikoglu, Head of Innovation and Research Projects Office of Altinbas University.
Later an while addressing the interactive session, held at the Senate Hall of SMIU, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that a conference would be organized soon, where a forum of Pakistani and Turkish universities would be formed like Sindh Hainan Universities Forum, which was formed by SMIU and Chinese universities in May 2016.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that a leadership program will also be jointly started by SMIU and Turkish universities to help the students of both the countries to understand culture, cultural values, history and education system of both the countries. He also said that cooperation for training programs will also be extended between SMIU and Turkish universities. On this occasion Ms. Ceren Gedikoglu gave a presentation on Altinbas University also.
8 May 2018
Department of Business Administration of Sindh Madressatul Islam University is organizing a 2-Day, 1st International Conference on Management, Business and Leadership from May 10 to 11, 2018 at a local hotel. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU will inaugurate the conference on Thursday, May 10, at 9.00 am. Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Chanar, Dean Faculty of Business Administration will deliver the welcome address on the occasion.
The international experts who will address the 2-Day International Conference are include Dr. Jo-Ann Rolle and Dr Wallace Ford of USA, Dr. Dalia Strimikiene of Lithuania and Dr. Asoka Jinadas of Sri Lanka, while among the national experts would be Mr. Usman Muneer, Mr. Shamsuddin Shaikh, Ms. Mehr Malik and Mr. Naseem Baig and others.
Apart from the inaugural and concluding sessions there would be held six technical sessions on various topics related to business, economy, marketing activities, management, leadership, traditional and digital marketing platforms, banking sector, role of social capital, impact of domestic borrowings on unemployment rate, agriculture sector, poverty, prosperity and macroeconomic variables etc.
In this regard a meeting of the organizing committee of the conference was held on Tuesday at the Conference Room of SMIU, which was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU. In the meeting all the arrangements were reviewed and finalized. Addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that this is the most important International Conference which is being attended by experts of the field of business and commerce. He said that this conference will provide an open forum for the debate on economical issues of the country with reference to the international market economy. Also the reasons and remedies of the poverty will come under discussion. The Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that the SMIU will continuously play its role for development of the country.
The meeting was attended by Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Chanar, Dean Faculty Business Administration, In charge Chairperson of Department of Business Administration Dr Subhash Guriro, Registrar Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal and others.
30 April 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University inaugurated the newly established Centre for Incubation and Entrepreneurship Education at SMIU, on Monday. After inaugurating the Centre, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh addressed a ceremony held at the Senate Hall of SMIU. Students, faculty and senior management of SMIU attended it.
In his address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has practically taken efforts to train its students who are interested in entrepreneurship and business after completion of their education from SMIU. He said that the students especially of Department of Business Administration of the university will be provided all facilities to learn the techniques of trade and business and they will also be financially supported to start their small business. In this respect the SMIU will provide them seed money that will be recovered from them in installments after some time when their business will start to generate profit. He said that the said centre will play a role to establish relationship between industry and academia also.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that our nation and country could only be emerged as a developed nation and country like USA, China, Japan, Thailand and other countries, when our people will participate in business activities and wouldn't depend on government jobs. Tracing the history of Indus Valley Civilization Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that during the era of Mohen Jo Daro Sindh was known as a nation of traders and businessmen and it was also producing a great variety of cotton, which was called Sindan. He said after that people of Sindh were also remain engaged in business and trade, but later on when British occupied Sindh then they destroyed Sindh's business at amid to give get their own business flourished over here.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that today our country faces two big problems and that are unemployment and poverty. But we can resolve these fundamental problems through establishing business activities in all areas of the country. Dr Shaikh said that, in this respect SMIU will take initiative from Sindh in first and will provide technical know how and other related information specially to the youth of other parts of Sindh as they could start their small business and self employment.
Dean Faculty of Business Administration Prof. Dr Zahid Channar, Dean Faculty of IT Prof Dr Syed Asif Ali, Director ORIC Dr Stephen Johan, Registrar of SMIU Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal and Ms QuratulAin, Manager Research, Operation and Development, ORIC also spoke.
27 April 2018
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that SMIU has emerged as one of the modern and quality universities of the country, which is also, provides modern learning facilities and environment to its students. In addition to it, SMIU is going to setup a Helpline Office in the university to quickly provide them required information whenever they need.
He said this while presiding over a meeting of Department of Students Affairs and Placement, which was held at Conference Room of SMIU on Friday.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Helpline Office will work under the Department of Students Affairs and Placement. Therefore, if the students have any problem at the university or want to know any thing related to their academic issues or if they have forgotten their ID card, and are not being allowed to enter in the university premises then they may call on Helpline Office and may get the problem resolved. The Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that we besides providing all facilities and healthy environment to the students are also focusing to resolve their problems, if they arise, as they could study with peace of mind.
The meeting was attended by Head of Students Affairs and Placement Ms. Uzma Batool, Student Welfare Officers Ms Zunaira Jalali, Mahgul Nadir and Sports Officer Mr. Mohammad Kashif.
23 April 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was a symbol of great character and integrity in entire sub-continent; this is why even his political opponents had praised his moral values. Following that tradition, the SMIU is engaged in character building of its students since its inception in 1885.
He said this while addressing the inaugural session of establishment of SMIU Character Building Society (CBS) held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU on Monday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that corruption is a great threat to the development of country; therefore, it must be eliminated at all the levels of the society. He further said that the teachers of SMIU are used to train their students about character and moral integrity as they considered it a part of their duty and moral obligation. Dr Shaikh said the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) is doing a good job for elimination of corruption, but people of the country as a whole should support elimination of corruption from the country, which is essential for progress and development of the country.
Mr. Mohammad Altaf Bawany, Director General of NAB, Karachi in his speech as the Chief Guest said that besides masses, youth must be made aware about the menace of corruption, which is most dangerous for country. He said that in this regard teachers can play a very significant role. They, besides teaching their particular subject, must do the needful for character and moral building, among the students, who have to lead the country in future.
Director General NAB further said that today they are receiving an encouraging response from some faculty members of various universities, who are spreading awareness among their students about corruption.
He said that today, the NAB is taking action only against those persons who are involved in receiving bribe, but there is no law about those persons who are giving bribe to corrupt persons. Hence, they need to be made accountable.
He also stressed upon the girl students to come forward in this holy war against corruption. He said that our women can play a major role in elimination of corruption in roles of being a sister, daughter and mother.
Earlier, Dr Syeda Rakhshanda Kokab presented welcome address and Abdul Bari, President of SMIU's CBS and student of Department of Media and Communication Studies presented introduction to the CBS.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and Director General NAB also exchanged souvenirs on this occasion. Dean and chairpersons of different faculties and departments, registrar, students, faculty and staff of SMIU attended the session in a large number.
On this occasion DG NAB Mr. Mohammad Altaf Bawany visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU and shown his keen interest in the relics associated with Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other old students of SMIU displayed in the museum.
20 April 2018
A delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University visited Ankara University and Hacettepe University on the fourth day of their visit to Turkey, under the International Leadership Program. The delegation, led by Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of Information Technology of SMIU, is comprised of 28 students and 8 faculty and staff members.
During the visit the representatives of SMIU and Ankara University and Hacettepe University agreed to sign MoUs for future cooperation collaboration. The representative of SMIU and Hacettepe University also decided to arrange workshops, seminars and conferences for students and faculty of both the universities.
During the visit of Ankara University, the Vice President of the university warmly welcomed the SMIU delegation at the university. Afterwards, while giving briefing to the delegation the Vice President informed them that as more than three thousand international students are studying in different departments, therefore they had planned to change the medium of instruction from Turkish to English. She further said that Ankara University offered part time job to university students also.
She further said that the Ankara University is a public sector university, which was established in 1946. It has 18 faculties with 9700 staff, 68000 students and 40 research centers. The university offers 536 undergraduate programs, 331 master degree programs and 173 PhD programs.
Prof. Dr. Asif Ali gave the introduction to SMIU and also paid thanks for their hospitality. The International Relation Officer of Ankara University and SMIU's representative agreed to sign MoU for future cooperation between both the universities, SMIU and Ankara University.
On the same day SMIU delegation visited Hacettepe University. Prof. Dr. Timur of the university informed the delegation that initially it was started as health care center and now they have 06 campuses, 14 faculties and 159 programs. He said that the all departments offer PhD studies in their respective disciplines also. He said that it was the first university which was established by Turkish people and the purpose was to stop brain drain.
Furthermore, he said that it was included in top ten universities of Turkey. Every year approximately two million candidates appear in admission test but all were unable to get admission in it.
The faculty and administrative staff belonging to different departments also provided information to the SMIU delegation about their departments and policies related to collaboration with other universities of the world.
SMI University delegation also got opportunity to visit the Departments of Computer Science & Environmental Sciences and research laboratories. The researches conducted by their students on bio-electricity and bio-gas production were also shared with the delegation.
The members of SMI University too shared their objectives of the International Leadership Program of SMIU with reference to their visit to Turkey.
Later on the SMIU students, faculty and staff members also visited Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which is located in South side of Ankara.
Istanbul (Turkey), April 18, 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's delegation of International Leadership Program, on third day of their academic tour of Turkey visited Yildiz Teknik University and Altinbas University of Istanbul.
At the Yildiz Teknik University Prof. Dr. Galip Cansever welcomed the SMIU delegation, which was comprised of 36 students, faculty and staff members.
During the briefing session Prof. Dr. Galip Cansever talked about his university and said that it was established in 1911. It has 11 faculties, 02 campuses, 1837 academic staff and 36915 students. Representatives of Computer Science, Education and Business Administrative Departments of the university also shared information about their respective departments. Prof Dr. Syed Asif Ali of SMIU shared information about his University and informed them about its achievements and future plans. Representatives of both the institutions agreed to sign MoU in near future.
During the visit of Altinbas University Istanbul, the President of the university informed the delegation of SMIU that the university was established by 53 companies. It has three campuses and nine faculties. They are offering one hundred programs. He further informed that they had collaboration with 270 universities across the world, they had 34 bilateral agreements with different countries, and their 22% students are international students.
Prof. Dr. Cagri Erhan, the President of the university and Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, the Dean Faculty Information Technology of SMI University signed MoU for future collaboration. The President of Altinbas University, Istanbul agreed to visit SMI University in month of May 2018.
SMI University delegation also visited Princess Islands to give cultural explore of Turkey to the students. These are a chain of nine small islands in the Sea of Marmara. They evolved from a place of exile during the Byzantine era. It is a popular destination for the tourists and residents of Istanbul alike to escape the hectic city life.
Istanbul (Turkey), April 17, 2018
A delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's International Leadership Program, comprised of 28 students and 8 faculty and staff members, headed by Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of Information Technology of SMIU, on the first day of their visit to Turkey, visited Istanbul Technical University. This was a prominent and pioneering university of engineering and architecture of Turkey, with many innovative studies, technology, research and development. Presently, thirteen faculties are working in the university.
As the SMIU delegation reached at the premises of the university, a group of officials of Istanbul Technical University, warmly welcomed them. Thereafter, an introductory meeting was held at the conference room, where information about both the universities was shared. During the meeting the representatives of both the universities agreed to sign MoU for future cooperation in different fields. After that, the SMIU delegation visited different sections of the university.
Later on the SMIU delegation visited well known Blue Mosque of Turkey, which was constructed from 1609 and 1616 during the rule of Sultan Ahmed-I. The delegation also visited the Hagia Sophia Museum, which is one of the historical architectural wonders that still remains standing today and has important place in the art world with its architecture, grandness, size and functionality.
During their visit to the city the SMIU delegation also visited Marmora Sea, Old Galata Wall and Astiklal Street, which is the busiest street of Istanbul. The students and staff of SMIU took keen interest in culture of Turkey. The delegation of Sindh Madressah University is on one week visit of different universities of Turkey.
13 April 2018
A delegation of SMIU's International Leadership Program (ILP) will visit Turkey from 15h to 21st April 2018. The group is comprised of 28 female and male students and 8 faculty and staff members. The delegation will leave for Turkey on Saturday night. During their visit to Tureky the delegtion of SMIU will visit six major universities of Turkey including Istanbul Technical University, Yildiz Technical University (Istanbul, Ankara University, Hacettepe University (Ankara), Selcuk University (Konya) and Necmettin Erbakan University (Konya). Prof Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean faculty of Computer Science will lead the delegation.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU while addressing the said group of students at the inner courtyard of the university on Friday said that it is a unique featuer of SMIU that it has designed a leadership program for its students to provide them learning and training opportunities within the country and on the international level also.
He said that since 2015 SMIU's various groups of students have been called on the heads of the state and heads of various national institutions of the country and have visited major universities located in Islamabad, under the National Leadership Program. Similalry, some other groups of SMIU's students have been visited UK, China, Malaysia and Turkey under the International Leadership Program
"This is the second trip of SMIU's students to Turkey. A similar group of students of SMIU had visited Turkey last year also," Dr Shaikh said and added that this time a large group of SMIU's students is going to visit the very important universiites of our brethern Muslim country Turkey, which are located in three big cities of the country including Istanbul, Ankara and Konya.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh emphasized the student try to learn more during the visits of various educational institutions of Turkey and keep up their national traditions and values high. He hoped that their visit of a new land will be beneficial for them.
6 April 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the value system of society has destroyed and majority of youth has lost moral values and respect of their teachers, parents and other elders, therefore it a prime responsibility of teachers to educate them to the extent that they could be humble, polite and ideal in their behavior and character.
Speaking at a meeting of faculty of SMIU at the Senate Hall of the university on Friday, Vice Chancellor of the historic institution said that in the past there were role models and most dedicated and devoted teachers who produced most successful students, like Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, therefore, teachers of present day, have to fulfil their most important responsibility of teaching and training students according to our moral values and civilized manners that they could successfully lead the nation and the country in future.
"In the initial days of this institution's foundation in 1885, teachers had come from other parts of the region to impart quality and modern education to SMI's students even getting low salaries. Therefore, after producing their replacement over here at SMI they left the institution and moved towards other parts of the country to carry on their same noble mission of teaching,"Dr Shaikh said and added that today's teachers of SMIU are continuity of the said dedicated teachers of the past.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that present day successes of SMIU are a result of collective efforts of all faculty members and other employees of the university. He hoped that the faculty and other employees of SMIU will continuously put their efforts for development and progress of the university and will make more active to the counselling committees for students' guidance.
The meeting was attended by deans, chairpersons of different academic departments, faculty, Registrar and other members of senior management of the university.
5 April 2018
The first round of 20th All Pakistan Inter-University Declamation Contest for "Award of Allama Iqbal Shield" was held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Thursday. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University was the chief guest.
The contest was organized by the Debating Society of SMIU in Urdu and English languages. In Urdu language declamation contest Ali Raza Mangi, Hasan Farooq and Hammad Shabir won first, second and third positions respectively, while in English language declamation Anmol Memon, Priyanka and Suman won first, second and third position.
In the last, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave prizes to the winner students.
13 March 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University chaired the meeting of SMIU Model School's senior management held at the Conference Room of SMIU on Tuesday. After reviewing academic, admission, managerial and other related matters of the SMIU Model School in detail, some very important decisions were taken. It was decided that the affiliation of SMIU Model School will remain continue with Aga Khan Board of Examinations. Admission policy was reviewed and finalized.
In the meeting it was decided that the Sindhi, Urdu and English clubs of students will be set up, aimed at to improve their language skills and performance in co-curricular activities. It was resolved that besides curriculum, poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Asadullah Ghalib, Allama Iqbal, Shakespeare and Milton etc. will be taught to students of the SMIU Model School.
Addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that SMIU Model School is an integral part of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which is counted among the best schools of the country. He said that like other departments of the university, improvement and development of SMIU Model School is also on priority of the university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that equal importance is being given to Sindhi, Urdu and English languages at the school. The vice chancellor said SMI was basically established for Sindhi children in 1885, but the students of other languages had also not been denied the right to get education at SMI. Therefore, since its inception, education at the school was imparted in Sindhi, Urdu, English and Gujrati medium. Even today SMI upholds its remarkable tradition by imparting education in Sindhi, Urdu and English.
He said that in 1994 a primary Sindhi medium section was added to SMI, because there was no Sindhi medium school in the area, while schools of Urdu and English medium were in a large number in the vicinity. Dr Shaikh said that the SMIU Model School will be made more qualitative and beautiful school. Also, it would be expended.
Besides, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, meeting was attended by Ms. Nabeela Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School, Ms. Zahida Abbasi, Vice Principal, members of the admission, examination and discipline committees of the school and Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Registrar of SMIU.
25 February 2018
Governor Sindh Mr. Mohammad Zubair, who is also the chancellor of public sector universities of Sindh has appreciated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for writing a fantastic book on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, which, he said, will immensely help the younger generation to understand the life and struggle of the founder of Pakistan.
He said this while addressing the launching ceremony of the book titled Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah: Taaleem, Juhid-e-Azadi aur Kamyabiyan", an Udru translation of Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh's book on Saturday evening at the inner courtyard of Sindh Madressatul Islam University.
The Governor of Sindh said that in an age when there was a lack of quality research work in the country that book was based on good research that depicted real life of the father of the nation and conveyed the message of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah to its readers. He said that being the head of the alma mater of the founder of Pakistan, it was part of Dr Shaikh's responsibilities to write such a wonderful tome given the fact that most details about the Quaid were available with the SMIU.
Mr. Mohammad Zubair said that he was undergoing a feeling full of emotions, which was mainly because he was in the school of study of the Quaid-e-Azam and was talking on a book written on his life and times.
He added that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had wanted for a liberal and tolerant Pakistan, where all citizens irrespective of differences of ethnicity and religion could live amicably and peacefully. "Today we also need a liberal and tolerant country as dreamed and desired by the Quaid-e-Azam."
He said that there was no ambiguity about the political system to run the country in the mind of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. "He clearly wanted a parliamentary system in Pakistan on the pattern of the British parliamentary system."
The Sindh Governor said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was the best parliamentarian and democrat who believed in the supremacy of the parliament.
"This made him the undisputed leader of all communities of the then undivided India. Apart from a great politician, he was a great lawyer as well. Had he given more time to his profession, which he had left after returning back from England in the middle of 1930s, he would have been among the greatest lawyers of the region."
Mr. Mohammad Zubair believed that Pakistan was destined to progress and prosperity no matter odds of the day were not in its favour at the present. He hoped that the political process of the country should continue uninterrupted.
Earlier, author of the book, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, in his welcome address spoke on the need of writing that book threadbare. He said that when he went through a variety of biographies on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah including the books of his sister Ms Fatima Jinnah, Mohammad Ali Siddiqui and others he found certain wrong narratives especially regarding the history of his time spent on education.
"Some of them said that he had passed his matriculation examination from the Sindh Madressatul Islam in 1887, which was not correct. He hadn't passed matriculation exams from Sindh Madressatul Islam. Such basic errors compelled me to correct the history with the help of the record that was available at SMI," said Dr Shaikh.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh further said that he also went London to get the education record of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's education at Lincoln's Inn.
The SMIU vice chancellor said that in a textbook in Sindhi published in 1948, it was mentioned that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was born in Jirrack, now part of district Thatta.
"To keep all these things correct with clear perspective along with some other things in my mind I decided to write a book especially for the youth to give them correct life account of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah with the support of his rare pictures," said Dr Shaikh.
Dr Shaikh said that Mr. Jinnah was belonging to an underprivileged family, but later he became one of the rich persons of the region through his perpetual struggle and hard work.
Mr. Wusatullah Khan, a prominent columnist said it was high time to seriously think why Pakistani youth had got alienated and why "we have failed to run the country according the thoughts and vision of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah".
He said that the people of Pakistan had to make the country as visualized by the Quaid-e-Azam especially in light of his speech delivered on 11th August 1947, four days before the creation of Pakistan.
He congratulated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on writing a good book on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Dr Mohammad Ajmal Khan, vice chancellor of the University of Karachi said that he had read the book in a single sitting and found it fascinating and informative.
"I have read such a good book after a long time," he said, adding that its Urdu translation was marvelous, which made him happy. Congratulating Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh he said that it was the right time to write such a book on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah because the younger generation needed such literature the most. He said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was a great leader; which was the reason that millions of people trusted his words despite not knowing his speeches in English.
Dr. Fateh Mohammad Burfat, vice chancellor of the University of Sindh, said that Dr Shaikh had written a most valuable, informative and educative book, which would be helpful especially for the young generation and inspired them for getting engaged in positive activities. He said that in the 21st century, history writing was a job to do with immense objectivity contrary to the past. He said history was a science, thus, it should be based on facts and Dr Shaikh had written the book keeping those tools in the mind.
Prof. Khalida Ghous said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh had beautifully knitted the facts related to the life of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. She suggested that the book should be taught at the university level in the country.
On the occasion Governor of Sindh Mr. Mohammad Zubair along with other guests launched the book. Earlier, the Sindh Governor visited the Jinnah Museum of SMIU.
24 February 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) hosted a reception in the honor of the delegates of Asia Peace Film Festival's Karachi Edition 2018 at its Main Building. A large number of international and national participants of the festival attended it.
In his welcome address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University said that it was a moment of great pleasure for him and also for students and faculty of the university that a galaxy of the persons associates with films and performing art has visited the historic institution of the Asia and Pakistan and which happens to be an Alma Mater of the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
He said that it was a good omen that the festival was dedicated to peace and the people who are living, especially in Karachi city are more aware about the importance of peace, because this city was made hostage for more than three decades by killings and terrorism. But since the last two years the peace has been restored by the government and law enforcement institutions in the city. "Once Karachi city was known for its love for literature, culture and art in the world. Prominent film studios of the country were situated here in the city, where the best pictures were made, but later the city was pushed towards lawlessness by some elements and it lost its such glory," Dr Shaikh said and added that today, the same literary and cultural activities have been restored in the city, which are a sign of its progressive identity."
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said such literary and cultural activities are playing major role in enlightenment and growth of youth. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also talked on the history of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and association of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and Bhuttos with it. He also informed the guests that SMIU is going to establish its two more campuses, one in Education City and other one in Hawks Bay. He said that SMIU due to its progressive character and quality education has become one of the best universities of the country.
Mr. Amjad Bhatti, Chairman of the Festival thanked Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for hosting the memorable reception for the guests and said that the role of SMIU has remained remarkable in the history of Pakistan and Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has not only carried out the legacy of this great institute but he has also enhanced its role and made it university from the school.
Syed Saqlain Imam, a participants of the festival in his speech said that he feels pride while standing and speaking at the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He said that the country is divided on various accounts including language, ethnic and sectarian basis, which is a great hindrance in the development of the country. Therefore, the people should unite for the cause of the country.
Mr. Taneskar, a guest from Sri Lanka, in his speech suggested that the cultural and educational exchanges between Pakistan and Sri Lanka should be materialized. Some other guests also spoke on the occasion, while the students of SMIU performed on mystic songs of the mystic poets of the world. In the end the guests visited Sunni and Shia mosques of SMIU built in 1883 and 1884 respectively.
17 February 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that during the last six years SMIU has achieved lot successes and in forthcoming three years, there would be three more campuses of SMIU with enrollment of twenty to twenty five thousands.
Addressing the 6th anniversary of grant of university charter to SMIU, held at the Main Building of SMIU on Saturday night, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the federal government has allocated Rs1.57billion for first phase of SMIU's campus in Education City of Karachi, spread on 100 acres of land. Similarly, he said, the Sindh government has allotted ten acres of land in Hawks Bay, where Institute of Information and Communication will be set up. Apart from it a tower will be constructed on its plot, located in the premises of the present campus. This plot has recently evacuated with the help of Sindh government from land grabbers.
The vice chancellor further said that during the last three years, SMIU besides imparting quality education has groomed and trained its students for future leadership roles through leadership development programs. He said in this respect a number of SMIU's groups had met the national leadership of the country, visited major universities located in Islamabad and also visited China, UK, Turkey and Malaysia.
Dr Shaikh said the SMIU wants to revive the role of SMIU's great past, where great leaders including founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was produced. "Today, the country needs good leaders and management in every sphere of life. This is why SMIU gives emphasis to produce future leaders and managers with vision, commitment and national spirit," he said.
Former federal minister and member of SMIU's Syndicate Sardar Ghous Bux Mahar in his speech said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has made the institution one of the best institutes of the country. He said that now it is the responsibility of us all to support him for development of the institution.
Dr Faizullah Abbasi, Vice Chancellor of Dawood Engineering University said that it was Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh's great contribution that he got elevated the two institutions to the level of universities and these were SMIU and Dawood Engineering University. Dr Abbasi said as he had remained teacher of Dr Shaikh at MehranEngineering University, so he had found him most dedicated to the cause, hard worker and responsible person. Dr Abbasi confessed that he has always learnt a lot form his student.
Member of SMIU's Syndicate Prof. Dr Abdul Rashid said that in the last six years SMIU has covered the distance equal to the sixty years in many areas and this all credit goes to its vice chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Earlier, SMIU's students shared their views about the National and International Leadership Program. Some groups of students also performed on various mystic songs of great mystic poets of their own country and also of other countries. The celebration was attended by noted academicians, government officials, SMIU's faculty, students and other guests.
15 February 2018
A group of SMIU's students of Business Administration won the first prize at SECP's Inter-University Stock Trading Competition, in which 32 universities of the country had participated. The winner students were Hadeeqa Murad Bux (Group Leader), Mahnoor Pervaiz, Aafia Yousuf, Maliha Saleem, Naeem Uddin Buriro, and Muzaamil Ahmed, who participated in the competition under the guidance of Mr. Poorab Sarhan, lecturer of SMIU.
They achieved the success after months of planning, hard work and dedication. This involved research on the market, portfolio making, risk analysis and beta calculations. Students consulted professional traders in the market. Mr. Sikandar Javed's consultation was of great importance to this project.
As part of the Jamapunji Investor Education Campaign, the SECP organized a three-month long inter-university mock trading competition for the finance and management students of universities of Pakistan. It started from October 2nd, 2017. Nationwide, 32 universities participated in the competition which concluded on 29th December 2017. Top three winning teams of the competition were awarded cash prizes of Rs.100, 000, Rs. 75,000 and Rs. 50,000 as first, second and third prizes, respectively.
This competition was of immense importance to the students of university. Students not only learned a great deal about investing in capital markets in Pakistan but also were encouraged to keep investing and saving. More students at the University now are enthusiastic to learn trading the market.
On the other hand Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has congratulated the winning students of SMIU and said that SMIU students will achieve more successes on national and international level, in the future.
12 February 2018
The UK based historian of Pakistan cricket and renowned novelist Mr. Richard Heller has said that Master Aziz, a sports teacher and a coach of Sindh Madressatul Islam had a great contribution in promotion of cricket in early days of Pakistan.
Delivering the lecture on the subject of "Contribution of Sindh Madressatul Islam and Master Aziz towards promotion of cricket," as a part of the international lectures, organized by SMIU at its auditorium on Monday, Mr. Richard Heller said that Master Aziz was Durrani by clan and basically was hailing from Afghanistan. Later he came to Sindh from Afghanistan in 1930's and was appointed as a sports teacher at Sindh Madressatul Islam.
Mr. Heller said that Master Aziz had trained a number of the best cricketers including Little Master Hanif Mohammad, his brothers and others. While his son Saleem Durrani was the only and first cricketer of Afghanistan and firstly played there. Later Saleem had become a most important test player in India after Partition, but Hanif Mohammad was a great player than him. Mr. Richard Heller added that at that time cricket was encouraged at school, college and university levels, and these were the institutions that were producing good cricketers.
Adding to it, he said that today the situation has been changed in Pakistan and even in England. "Cricket is also in trouble on school, college and university levels inEngland, due to the academic pressures on students," Mr. Heller said and maintained that the students of the England mostly give preference to their study rather than the cricket; this is why the situation has been changed in England too.
He suggested that Sindh Madressatul Islam University may get lead in revival of cricket in schools, colleges and universities like its past.
He further said that security situation has improved mostly in big cities of Pakistan; therefore the PCB may invite visiting cricket teams from England and other countries to Pakistan to play in schools, colleges and universities of the country.
Talking on the history of Pakistan cricket Mr. Richard Heller said that a lot of the material of cricket in Pakistan has been lost. No one had preserved it except a few pictures and some stories, but young generation should collect the history of Pakistan cricket and upload it online for the world.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his welcome address thanked Mr. Richard Heller for delivering lecture to the students of SMIU. He said that in just after the establishment of Sindh Madressatul Islam in 1885, in addition to the education Sindh Madressah was making all efforts to familiarize and encourage students to take up cricket, tennis, hockey and other such sports which had been introduced in the subcontinent only recently and were not much popular. Top priority amongst these sports was given to cricket and a Cricket Club was established in Sindh Madressah. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the institution went to the extent that once a fortnight the whole Madressah was used to get a half holiday for cricket.
He said that Mr. Jacob, an Education Inspector in Sindh was not satisfied with the performance of the club. Later the efforts were taken by Sindh Madressah to popularize cricket among its students, which bore fruit and several students took up cricket as their favorite sport. Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was one of them who gave up playing marbles and took up cricket.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that, in later days Master Aziz, a sports teacher of SMI up held the said tradition of SMI and produced good cricketers like Hanif Mohammad.
In the end a question-answer session was held where a student of SMIU suggested that a lesson about the services of Master Aziz rendered for promotion of cricket in the country should be included in the school syllabus.
5 February 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that if women act upon the philosophy of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, presented in his poetry about women, they surely can remove the obstacles coming in the way of their success and freedom. Addressing the delegates of International Latif Festival, at a dinner, arranged by SMIU at its inner court yard on Monday night, he said that the message of Shah Abdul Latif is universal, which addresses the pains, difficulties, sorrows and even struggle of women to achieve their rights.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that it was an honor for Sindh Madressatul Islam University that today the 22nd generation descendant of Molana Jalal uddin Rumi, Ms Esin Celebi Bayru, is present here, who has come from Konya, Turkey. He said that besides her, some important personalities from Iran, UK and other countries along with distinguished writers and intellectuals of the country are also present here, who had come to attend the International Latif Festival organized by Siraj Institute of Sindh Studies.
"It was a very encouraging aspect of the festival that it attracted youth, about which it is said that they are failing to understand the Sindhi language that is used by Shah Latif in his poetry," Dr Shaikh said and added that SMIU is also teaching poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai in its SMIU Model School to introduce children with the poetry of Shah Latif in their early age.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that in the recently organized Festival of Arts and Ideas, students of SMIU had performed on the seven female characters of Shah Latif at aimed to bring the younger generation closer to the message of love, brotherhood, struggle and achievements, narrated in the poetry of Shah Latif.
Ms Esin Celebi Bayru, 22nd generation descendant of Molana Rumi in her speech said that Pakistan is not only a close friend of Turkey but their relationship is like a sister and brother. She said that she feels so much happy on this her first visit to Pakistan. She hoped that in future the university located in Konya city and Sindh Madressatul Islam University will work together to spread mystic messages of two great mystic poets Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai and Mulana Rumi.
Prominent writer and playwright Noorul Huda Shah in her speech thanked Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for inviting them at the historic institute of SMIU. She said that today, there is a need to bring younger generation closer to the poetry of Shah Latif, because it is a treasure of great ideas and struggle.
Dr Fahmida Husain, Chairperson of Siraj Institute of Sindh Studies said that they had organized this festival to get the younger generation understand the message of Shah Latif in simple language. She said that they are trying to redefine the poetry of Shah Latif through lecture programs and translations in English and Urdu also. She thanked Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for honoring them. Ms. Waheeda Mahessar also spoke on the occasion.
22 January 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's ORIC Department organized a 5-Day Faculty Training Program-2018 for newly appointed faculty members of the university at its Quaid-e- Azam Conference Hall. Ms Uzma Batool, Deputy Director HRM and focal person of the training program in her introductory speech said that it was a very important training program especially for young faculty members. She said that development of staff of SMIU is a regular feature at the university. This is why; the said in-house training program was purely designed for faculty members. Ms Batool said that the purpose of the training was to improve quality of teaching, research and communication skills of the faculty. Also to provide them a platform to experience different ways of learning and self-development. During all the five days of the training program nine training sessions were conduced by different noted resource persons including Dr. Abuzar Wajidi, Dr. Shahid Qurush, Mr. Mr. Yousuf Ikram, Mr. Asif Iqbal, Mr. Samad Abbas, Dr. Stephen John, Ms Ambreen Barwani and Mr. Faheem Mustafa Maher on the subjects of Teaching Pedagogy, Emotional Intelligence, Entrepreneurship, Research software, Communication Skills, Mindfulness & Mapping Techniques and Motivational Skills. Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Registrar of SMIU said that the main objective of the training program was to provide ability to communicate with the language itself and create connections with a wider range as well as helpful to maintain academic integrity in employees work. Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Director Finance, Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro, Director HRM and others also spoke on the occasion. On the completion of the training the certificates were distributed among the participants.
19 January 2018
Mr. Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman, Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training has said that that Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has continued its mission of imparting quality education to its students since the last 133 years.
He said this while addressing a delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's National Leadership Program led by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of the university, at the Ministry of Education and Professional Training, Islamabad on Friday. At his office, he warmly welcomed the delegation belonging to the Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. It was the third consecutive visit of SMIU's students, to the office of Federal Minister of Education, in the last three years. Mr. Baligh Ur Rehman highly praised the efforts of Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, for providing students a platform to explore important institutions of the country that could help students to develop various analytical, logical and communication skills.
Mr. Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman informed the delegation that teachings of Holy Quraan have been made part of the curriculum from nursery to intermediate level. He said that the character building of students was as much important as education was itself, therefore, educational institutions have to play important role in this regard.
"Youth is powerful dividend that this country is blessed with, while many other countries are deprived of this powerful segment," the minister said and added that it is essential that youth of this country is guided about their goals and to teach them to develop a collective approach for maximum benefit of the society.
The federal minister advised the students to abide by virtues of perseverance in face of trials and tribulations. He was also of the view that due to undemocratic regimes, democratic traditions could not hold the ground and the country suffered both economically and socially. He was hopeful that with the growing economic development in the country, unemployment and other issues will be resolved.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU said that the youth of today is without any direction, thus to reorient their path towards the loftiest objectives of morality, leadership and ethics, the National Leadership Program was conceived. He also informed the minister about the visits of the students of SMIU taken so for under the NLP. Director General of Pakistan Manpower Institute Ms. Khalida Gulnar was also present on the occasion.
Earlier, last night, Chairman Higher Education Commission Pakistan (HEC), Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed hosted a reception for SMIU delegation, where he said that HEC has also made an announcement for beginning a program of similar nature of SMIU's NLP. Chairman HEC said that initially the funds will be provided for it, so the students would be able to explore cities and faculty would be able to teach in any other university across the country with stipend and travel allowance paid to them. On this occasion the Chairman of HEC and Vice Chancellor of SMIU exchanged the souvenirs.
17 January 2018
President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain has said that the National Leadership Program of Sindh Madressatul Islam is highly commendable, which will help its students to become successful leaders of future. In this respect vice chancellor SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has taken extraordinary efforts to provide them exposure of national and international level.
Addressing the delegation of SMIU's students and faculty members, led by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, at President House on Wednesday, President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain emphasized on engaging students in research activities so that they could play active role in development of the country. The president advised the faculty members that they should not confine themselves in only curricular activities, but they should go further by helping students in their character building and personality development.
Mr. Mamnoon Hussain also advised the students to equip themselves with quality learning and pursue higher studies even if they had to go to western countries. But he also told them to maintain values and customs of their own country and not to get completely absorbed in western culture. The President said that it was a good development of SMIU, that it laid foundation of it's a new campus in the Education City of Karachi.
He was of the firm belief that future of Pakistan was only possible with democratic form of government. He was quite optimistic about the CPEC that it will bring prosperity in the country and will be a game changer for Pakistan. He advised the students to get technical education too as to avail job opportunities coming out from the CPEC. Upon answering the questions regarding challenges facing Pakistan today, President of Pakistan said that corruption was biggest challenge for the country and there was need to reject this menace in all its forms.
Earlier, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU in his speech paid his gratitude to the President for honoring students of SMIU to visit President House for third year consecutively. He said President of Pakistan has a close association with the Alma-Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Recalling the past Dr Shaikh said that when Mr. Mamnoon Hussain was governor of Sindh, then he had visited SMI and after becoming president of the country, he gives same importance to this historic institution.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had studies at SMI for a longest period of his educational life and also elevated it to the collage level and bequeathed one third of his property to it. Today, Dr Shaikh maintained that it is following the footsteps of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah by imparting quality education and providing opportunities like National Leadership Program to its students to become the future leaders of Pakistan.
Later on, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented souvenirs to the President of Pakistan.
Earlier the delegation of SMIU paid visit to the Supreme Court of Pakistan, where they were able to witness the proceedings of the court being conducted by Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisar. They also visited museum and gallery of the Supreme Court and observed historic judicial documents.
The delegation of SMIU also visited the office of The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan, where they were briefed about higher education of USA and admission procedure.
16 January 2018
A delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's National Leadership Program, led by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, called on Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr. Shahid Khaqan Abbasi at Prime Minister Secretariat on Tuesday.
In his welcome address the Prime Minister said that although education is now a provincial matter under the 18th amendment, but it is still in evolution process. This is why; it will take some time to bring betterment in the education system.
Mr. Shahid Khaqan Abbasi said that we want to introduce same education system in the country, but in its way, there are some difficulties also. Despite that fact, we are trying to achieve the task.
The prime mister said that youth of the country have to cast their votes in favor of right persons in the fourth coming general elections; otherwise the country will suffer a lot in the next five years. He said people are real power of the country; therefore, only the parliamentary system can lead the country towards development and prosperity. He further said that we have to give equal importance to all provinces of the country and their should be no injustice meted out with any province.
Prime Minster of Pakistan said that the ban on students' unions has not benefited the education and students. On the contrary, it gave a birth to violence in the educational institutions. Now there is a need to think about the matter, that whether the students' unions should be restored or not and either these are in the interest of the country or not.
The prime minister advised the media to responsibly discharge their duties. He said that government is paying heed on energy, because there are numerous reservoirs of coal in the country, therefore the government gives priority to e coal energy as there is a shortage of water in the country. "There are about 70 percent parliamentarians, who have been elected for the first time. This is why; the time is needed for improvement in the system.
The Prime Minister while praising the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for providing students an opportunity to have direct session with him, he advised the students to keep themselves updated regarding issues that Pakistan is facing today so as to develop an opinion and share that opinion through various platforms of media or social media.
At the end of the session, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU presented a souvenir to the Prime Minister.
16 January 2018
Mr. Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal, Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has said that the accountability of conscience is a biggest accountability of a person. Therefore, unless we didn't do our own accountability, corruption will not be eradicated from the country. He said this while addressing the delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's National Leadership Program (NLP-18) led by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh at the NAB Headquarter, Islamabad, on Monday.
Referring the visit of SMIU's delegation of students, faculty and staff members to the NAB headquarter, Chairman NAB said that today's event is very much important than all other previous events held at the NAB headquarter, because the future leaders of the country, who are belonging to the historic institution of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, have visited the headquarter. "If I would have in the student's age today, I would have preferred to get admission in SMIU," the NAB Chairman said.
He further said that the students of SMIU are fortunate that they are studying in the institution which had been remained an Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He said that we want supremacy of merit and equal opportunities for all young people of the country.
The NAB Chairman said that poor people of the country are unable to get food for two times in a day and corruption has become like a cancer it the country, which is destroying each and every department of the country. He said that although corruption is a mater of concern of other country also, but it is increasing alarmingly in our country. The NAB chairman said that we have been failed to achieve the targets set for development of the country due to the lack of honest leadership. He remarked that if we do follow our conscience then there would be no need of any NAB or Anti Corruption institution in the country.
Mr. Justice (retd.) Javed Iqbal further said that we have to act upon the ideals of founder of PakistanQuaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah for development of the country. He said today there are more facilities available in the country for students; therefore, they should work hard and honestly. He emphasized the students to prefer our national language Urdu in their conversations and work for its development.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU talked on the association of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah with his Alma-Mater Sindh Madressatul Islam and said that SMIU is a historic institution, which has produced great leaders of the country. He said that it was Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who had elevated this institution to the level of collage and had bequeathed one third of his personal property through his last will. The vice chancellor Dr Shaikh invited the NAB chairman and other officials to visit this historic institution SMIU.
Director General of Prevention and Awareness of NAB Mr. Mohammad Shakeel and Director General of operation Akram Dar also spoke on the occasion.
In the end Chairman NAB Mr. Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal presented memento to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU. Dr Shaikh also presented him a shield of SMIU.
Earlier the delegation of SMIU's NLP, led by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh. Vice Chancellor of SMIU, visited Higher Education Commission of Pakistan(HEC), where Prof Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Chairman HEC welcomed them.
On this occasion he while addressing the delegation highlighted glorious past of Muslims ranging between 7th to13th AD. He said that the grandeur of Islam in the said era had become possible due to Muslims commitment in equipping themselves with education and strict adherence to the principles of morality. On the contrary, today about 50 percent less developed countries are mostly Muslim nations.
Chairman HEC said that teachers have to play important role in grooming students. Suggesting to the teachers Dr Mukhtar Ahmed said that they have to eliminate radical attitude prevailing in student's personality. It may help them to appreciate difference of opinion. He also said that today nation needs to revitalize itself by principles of unity, faith and discipline to reorient itself on the path of Quaid e Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and Allama Mohammad Iqbal.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that the HEC is a patron authority of all universities of the country. He said that due to efforts of HEC Chairman Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, the scheme of Rs.1.57 billion has been approved for SMIU's new campus in Education City, Karachi. He said the NLP has been launched to produce leaders of tomorrow.
The delegation of SMIU also visited COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT), Islamabad, where they were received by Prof. Dr. Raheel Qamar, Rector of the institute.
12 January 2018
The Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) in its unanimously passed resolution has requested the Government of Pakistan to nominate Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University for the Civil Award of Pakistan due to his remarkable services rendered particularly for Sindh Madressatul Islam University, the Alma-Mater of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and generally for modern and quality education in the country.
This resolution was moved by Federal Ombudsman and member of SMIU's Syndicate Mr. Salman Farooqui in the 15th meeting of the Syndicate, which was held on Friday, at the Committee Room of the university and was unanimously passed.
The other members who attended the meeting were former judge of Supreme Court of Pakistan Mr. Justice (retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, former Chief Justice of Shariat Court of Pakistan Mr. Justice (retd) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan, nominee of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan Mr. Rahim Bux Channa, representative of Governor Sindh Prof. Dr Abdul Rasheed, nominee of Secretary Education Mrs. Aziz Fatima Mangi, dean and elected members of SMIU and other members.
In his resolution Mr. Salman Farooqui said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh besides getting elevation of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's Alma-Mater Sindh Madressatul Islam to the level of university, he has performed a great service for making it one of the best seats of learning of the country. Also, due to his day and night efforts the university got one hundred acres of land in Education City of Karachi, 10 acres of land in Hawks bay and recently has gotten back its precious plot, located behind SMIU Model School, from illegal occupants.
"Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh is a great academician of the country and author of many most valuable books, who has served Sindh Madressatul Islam for last 24 years; therefore he should be awarded Civil Award of Pakistan," the resolution said.
Mr. Salman Farooqui in his resolution further said that he himself has remained a student of S. M. Science Collage, which was a part of Sindh Madressatul Islam, therefore he feels proud while seeing progress and development of SMIU. He said that it was a remarkable achievement of SMIU, that it got back its plot form encroachers. The Syndicate also appreciated role of Registrar of SMIU Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal specially for putting efforts to get evacuated SMIU's plot from encroachers. The Syndicate authorized Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, to prepare plan for construction an academic block on the said plot.
The Syndicate also praised the role of Government of Sindh for providing 100 acres of land for SMIU's Campus in Education City and federal government for providing 1.57 billion rupees for first phase of its construction through HEC.
The meeting also lauded the role of Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah for giving 10 acres of land to SMIU in Hawks bay. The Syndicate gave approval of setting up the Institute of Information and Technologies on the said plot in the hawks bay. In this respect, the Syndicate authorized Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU to prepare its plan and then submit it to the Government of Sindh.
The Syndicate highly commended SMIU's Festival of Arts and Ideas and International IT Conference, which were held recently, its National and International Leadership program and standard of education of the university.
The Syndicate approved the appointment of Dr. Mohammad Malook Rind, associate Professor of SMIU as the Chairman of Department of Computer Science for three years period and approved promotion of Director HRM Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro from BPS-19 to BPS-20.
11 January 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the SMIU will send its faculty members for PhD programs to its partner countries from the current year. Besides it, SMIU is starting faculty development program also.
He said this while addressing at the meeting held with newly appointed faculty members of various academic departments of the university, at Senate Hall of the university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU offers all opportunities for elevation of faculty, but in response they have to perform their duties honesty and with dedication.
The Vice Chancellor said that the SMIU is providing world class education to the students of lower class and has emerged as one of the best universities of the country.
"SMIU believes in merit system, this is why it has made all appointments on merit, Dr Shaikh said and added that the teachers have a very significant role in shaping lives of young people through education. Hence, they have to understand their basic responsibility and perform accordingly.
The meeting was attended by deans and heads of various departments of SMIU.
9 January 2018
Sindh Madressatul Islam University hosted a reception in the honor of the delegation of International Media Conference, on Monday night at inner courtyard of Main Building of the university. Journalists of more than 24 countries along with senior journalists of Pakistan attended the reception.
In his welcome address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that he feels proud that a large number of noted journalists from all over the world have visited Pakistanand attended the reception hosted by SMIU in their honor.
While introducing historic character of SMIU to the foreign delegates, he said that SMIU, being an Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, has remained a most modern educational institution of this region since the past 133 years.
He said that although SMIU was established for Muslim children, but it imparted education to all citizens of the country irrespective of their cast, creed, color and religion. Apart from it, persons of other religious communities have served on its faculty and remained heads of its various departments.
Talking about the association of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah with Sindh Madressah, Dr Shaikh said that he had great love for his Alma-Mater, which he had shown on various occasions including the inauguration ceremony of Sindh Madressah College in 1943 and bequeathing one third of his personal property to SMI through his Last Will.
The vice chancellor said that being a professor of media and communication studies, he understands that presently, world media is playing a major role in connecting all parts of the world and spreading awareness among people of all regions about national and international issues. This is why, the role of journalists has become more important and challenging.
Mr. Jim Boumelha, a senior journalist of UK in his speech said that he has been very much impressed from the architectural beauty of SMIU's buildings. He said that they were here in Karachi for last five days and felt very much happy over here, but the visit of SMIU is a very much astonishing for them. "It was a fantastic pleasure to enter the room like this institution," Mr. Jim said and added that he represents the International Federation of Journalists, which itself is an old global organization. It has seen two world wars and also it has survived at the brink of another war.
He said that he himself is living in Oxford city, so he feels comfortable with students. He said that Oxford University manufactured elite, a very specific race of people who had run England in old days and willing to run the world even today.
He said that the surroundings of Oxford city were very dignified. Similarly, SMIU has played a role in formation of the founder of this nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Mr. Jim Boumelha said that he is really glad that the particular surroundings of this institution has played a major role in molding such people who came forward to lead this country.
Talking about relationship of journalists and students, the UK journalist said that we both, journalists and students have been a part of same mission and also have been curious in investigative field. He said that every day journalists are going through very bad time in the world. Therefore, one of their biggest allies are students. He said that students understands what we say and identify the issues.
Senior journalist Mr. Ameen Yousuf and head of the Pakistan Media Development Foundation Ms Durdana Shaheen also spoke. On this occasion veteran journalist Rahimullah Yousufzai along with other journalists presented a memento to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU.
4 January 2018
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the students of SMIU have a tremendous talent and creative and leadership abilities, which they exhibited by organizing a most successful event of Festival of Arts and Ideas, recently. He said this on Thursday at SMIU' auditorium, while addressing the prizes and certificates distribution ceremony held for the students and faculty members, who had organized different events and set up best stalls during the festival.
The vice chancellor gave away honorarium to 53 students of the university who had organized about 40 different events during the festival. Also seven faculty members and twenty students were awarded certificates on their best performance during the festival. He also gave prizes to the students on their best documentaries.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that all the students of SMIU remarkably performed during the festival and proved that they can successfully organize such mega events in the future also. He said that SMIU while feeling proud of its past, works to produce dynamic leadership of the future also.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that during the festival both the male and female students played a very significant role by organizing different events. This all happened because SMIU believes in gender balanced policy.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the SMIU Festival will be a yearly feature, because it provides opportunities to its students to learn from their own experiences while organizing such events, attending different thought provoking sessions and listening different successful persons.
Dr. Ambreen Fazal, convener of the festival, Mahnoor Pervaiz, student's convener and faculty members Mr. Abdul Malik, Ms Sidra Agha and Ms.
Noasheen Hussain also shared their views regarding the festival.
29 December 2017
The first 2-Day International Conference on Computing and Related Technologies, organised by the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), in collaboration with the Higher Education of Pakistan, concluded on Friday after three memorandum of understanding were inked by the SMIU, two Romanian universities and a Nigerian college.
Some nine experts from abroad and several others from across the country participated in the conference.
The SMIU's vice chancellor, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh signed the MoUs with Dr. Ramona Lile F of University of Arad, Dr Florin Popentiu of University of Oradea and Dr Muahmmad Adamu Jebba of Niger College of Education, Minna, Nigeria.
In the MoUs, SMIU and the three institutions of Romania and Nigeria agreed to work together in the field of information technology, and share each other's experience and scholarly work.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh congratulated the faculty of IT for organizing the successful event, thanked the international scholars who visited Pakistan and shared their knowledge with their counterparts and students in Pakistan.
He said the SMIU would be organizing such innovative events in the future as well so that the fields which were hardly touched in the country's scholarly spectrum should be given due importance.
Earlier, Prof Gihan Dias of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, spoke over the challenges of enabling machine translation for low-resourced languages. He said many countries, including Pakistan, used multiple languages, some of which were spoken by only a relatively small number of people.
However, he added, all of these people needed access to the world's knowledge and government and private institutions needed to communicate with people using the language they understood.
"Computers and mobile devices need to store data in our own languages, and also process them in sophisticated ways, for example, to provide an answer to a written or spoken question," said Prof Dias.
"This technology, called Natural Language Processing, has become the cornerstone of many information services such as translating a document or a web page from one language to another. Today, machine translation works quite well between some languages such as English and Japanese. However, it works less well for languages such as Sindhi, or even Urdu."
He said it might not work at all for other - less common - languages.
"The main reason for this is that researchers and companies have spent much effort over many years to develop language and linguistic resources and tools for major languages. These are lacking for South Asian languages, which may be consider low-resourced."
Prof Dias said two years ago the University of Moratuwa started a project to translate between Sri Lanka's two official languages - Sinhala and Tamil.
"It quickly became apparent that in order to develop a translation system, we first needed both language and linguistic resources."
He said language resources were collections of text - and other material - in a language, or for a pair of languages.
"A common type of resource is a corpus which is a collection of words, sentences, etc. in a language. Copora may be enhanced by including additional information - such as parts of speech - on its contents."
He said linguistic resources were information - for example, spelling rules and grammar - which showed how a language worked.
"Tools are software - such as a spelling checker - which aid language processing."
Replying a question he said Mohenjodaro's script could be deciphered through computer technology, which required persistent effort. However, he added so far there was no such software that could help now to decode the ancient script.
He said data available regarding Mohenjodaro script was insufficient, thus, it required more time and resources to be enable to read that language.
He said human languages were complex and could not be completely understood by the technology, adding, computers needed to handle text, images, and speech etc.
Regarding Google Translate, he said, quality might be acceptable for major language pairs, but was poor for less common language pairs, such as South Asian languages. He said Google's objective was to aid understanding.
"We need language resources as data of how our languages are used, linguistic resources, and how our languages work, is highly important."
Sri Lankan scholar said Google, Bing etc. base their translation systems on huge quantities of data - billions of sentences - and Sinhala and Tamil, like other South Asian languages as Sindhi, Punjabi etc. being low-resourced languages don't have such large amounts of data; and it was difficult to find good parallel corpora.
"We are interested in collaborating with institutes in Pakistan as our language structures are similar and our problems are similar."
Dr Hla Myo Tun of Yangon Technological University, Myanmar, spoke over the implementation of distributed control systems for Rice Mill using C#. Dr. Mansoor Ahmed Tahir of Iqra University presented his papers on avoiding broadcasts and loops in multipath topology.
Noman Islam of Iqra University presented a paper on 5G network. He said during the past few years, an unbridled surge in the demand of multimedia contents due to emergence of wide range of computing gadgets and the decline in the bandwidth prices.
He said mobile users were shifting from connection oriented to content oriented mode. A wide range of techniques had been used to cope with emerging demands of next generation networks.
He said if the popular contents could be proactively cached at the edges closer to the user, the backhaul network could be offloaded.
"Caching can not only avoid the network congestion but also reduce the latency incur in response to user request."
Prof Manzoor Ahmed Hashmani of University of Technology Petronas, Malaysia, said business intelligence and analytics were in high demand as organizations seek to use information assets to improve business outcomes, customer relationships, and operational efficiency.
He said organizations were closely watching emerging technology trends to discover the next great competitive advantage in the use of information. One trend is easy to identify: more information. "Data volumes are growing across the board, with organizations seeking to tap new sources generated by social media and online customer behavior. This trend is spurring tremendous interest in better access and analysis of the variety of information available in unstructured or semi-structured content sources."
Dr. Amir Manzoor of the Bahria University, Karachi, said Pakistani businesses, just like those in many other developing countries lack e-CRM (customer relationship management) system.
"A survey conducted by the Global Forum indicated that only 6 per cent of businesses in developing countries had successfully implemented e-CRM systems."
Dr. Gabor Kiss of Obuda University, Hungary discussed the possibilities of changing information security awareness of the students in the higher education.
Bilal Ameen of ILMA University Karachi spoke over international leading stock market under the umbrella of information technology and Syed Mohammad Faran of Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology presented paper on interior design e-commerce website.
Shahzeb Soomro of SZABIST, Larkana, presented his paper on the security of 5G technology. He said as growing number of cybercrimes had increased, the requirement of privacy and security mechanism got higher to prevent isolation of information by communication between multiple devices and appliances in the application of 5G.
Prof Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of IT, Prof. Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh of SMIU, Mr. Bilal Liaquat and Zarlish Khan Tanoli of Bahria University also spoke.
28 December 2017
The first-ever international conference on information technology organized by the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) in collaboration with Higher Education Commission of Pakistan began at a local hotel on Thursday.
The conference was declared open by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, vice chancellor of the SMIU, as dozens of international and Pakistani scholars were there.
Dr. Shaikh welcomed the guests from Pakistan and abroad and said the mankind at present was living in the era of revolution of information technology in which 3.6 billion people of the world were enjoying the facility of internet.
"This has turned the world in a global village, thus, has created its own challenges and issues, which too would be discussed during this conference," said Dr. Shaikh.
He said information technology was a huge revolution of the history of mankind in which without possessing any piece of land or owning some industry, people could earn their livelihoods through a computer device and knowledge of information technology. He added, without class difference, IT had offered opportunities to the poor and small nations equal to what it offered to the rich countries, however, the real challenge was for the developing countries as to how they could get benefit from it.
Dr. Shaikh said during the conference the key focus would be put on the practical usages of information technology that could be advantageous for the people of Pakistan and other developing countries. He advised to the faculty and students of the SMIU to get maximum benefit from the rare event.
Earlier, Prof Syed Asif Ali, dean of the faculty of information technology, said in his welcoming speech that it was the first conference of its kind for the SMIU and the country itself. He said the SMIU had received around 60 research papers from as many scholars belonging to the countries in Europe, North America, Africa, Antarctica and across Asia, of which, some 40 such papers had been selected to be presented in the conference.
He said it was the first conference globally in which a session had been dedicated for the people of special needs who had improved their way of life by getting benefit from the information technology.
Dr. Valentina Emilia Balas of the University of Arad, Romania, said it was a highly important meet which would employ immense advantage in the fields of science and technology and to the society as a whole.
She said more IT professionals were needed who could work in a better way for the mankind.
In her paper, she explained the low power consumption and high reliability in the case of the Brain comparing with silicon-based computers.
"Our goal is to advance understanding of architectures matching the novel nano-devices and communication schemes performing at ultra-low power and enhanced reliability all brain inspired," she said.
It was the first time in any conference in the country that a segment was dedicated to the special people who got benefited from the evolution of information technology.
Dr. Sabir Michael, a research scholar and a professor in Karachi University's social work department, spoke over the role of computer technology in benefiting the people who could not see like him and other special people.
He said all disabilities needed computers. He urged the universities in the country to assess the needs of people with different kinds of disabilities.
"Try to understand which needs are required to be taken care of in the local context," said Dr Michael.
He said it was ever evolving information technology that had made the special people to consume their abilities as normally as other people.
"Some years ago, I found it really hard when I came back home from abroad and was not able to communicate to my family to pick me up from the airport. Now I am efficient enough to use this technology as normally as one could do," he added.
He said information technology which did not help and emancipate the vulnerable was 'useless'.
He said the researchers, universities and companies should make devices supported by indigenous languages like Urdu, Sindhi, and Pashto etc. He said same thing had already been done in India where those devices and gadgets supported by Hindi and other languages were there to help special people.
"There are many blind people who are in software engineering and they need support and encouragement."
He said computer technology helped decreasing special people's dependency and supporting them in becoming as normal people.
Akhtar Waqar Tabish, a research scholar of the department of computer science of the Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology, said he had lost both his hands in a horrible train accident when he was just four.
He said the life was extremely hard after that accident, but he learnt to live with the disability.
"The fact that I have lost both hands has not deprived me of wings; not stopped me from getting education and becoming a professional," said Tabish.
He said he was inspired to do his own business.
"I have created opportunities for myself and will create opportunities for others in shape of jobs," he said.
He said new technologies was panacea for disabilities. Bionic hands were there to help people like him and he would soon use that technology.
He thanked the people who were developing technology to cater to the needs of disabled people and allowing them to grow and lead a normal life.
Florin Popentiu Vladicescu, professor, UNESCO Chair in Information and Communication Engineering, University of Oradea, Romania spoke over the new complexity, generated both by the size of data collections from the field, and the integration of systems in "System of Systems" to assure the fulfillment of objectives with respect to the risk management requirements.
Prof Valiuddin Abbas, registrar, Hamdard University, presented his paper to understand the human activities and behavior which had received much importance recently as it was helpful for a number of scientists like medical specialists, computer engineers and those involved in design and development of intelligent systems to identify human behavior, their requirements and intentions, and to get insight of their thought process.
Dawood Shamim of the Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology spoke over his project regarding sign language communicator by using Leap Motion Controller.
Faraz Zaidi, an advisor at Health Analytics, Ontario, and Canada presented his paper on the role of data science and Its implications in improving health care, in which he said data science had evolved provided a new information management approach which supported data-driven informed decision making.
Aqeel-ur-Rehman from the Hamdard University said escalating use of wireless network and miniaturization of electronic devices had allowed the grasp of WBANs, which is one of the latest technologies in Healthcare domain. WBAN consisted of a variety of intelligent bio-sensors that were attached on or implanted in the body. "The core responsibility of WBAN is to collect, process, aggregate patient's data and send it to the centralized healthcare database."
Azhar Ali Shah of the University of Sindh, Rafi Ullah Khan, Hina Mahmood from Qurtaba University, Peshawar, and Sidra Sultana of the National University of Science and Technology, Rawalpindi, also spoke.
25 December 2017
The Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Monday formally got the foundation stone laid by Governor Muhammad Zubair on its new campus in the Education City, Malir.
The new campus is a part of the designated site for the Education City established by the Sindh government.
On the occasion, Governor Zubair said he was proud to have visited the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and unveiled the foundation stone for the new campus of an institution, which was alma mater of the founder of the nation, the same day.
"It is indeed great honour for me to be in this ceremony when the Sindh Madressatul Islam University is beginning construction of its new campus. It is one huge occasion that the Prime Minister is presiding over a function for another mega project of the Islamia College University and I am here on his behalf doing the same in SMIU. They are the two of the three institutions to which Quaid-e-Azam had bequeathed one third of his properties through his Last Will," said Governor Muhammad Zubair.
About establishment of the new campus of the SMIU, he said it was the first campus of a public sector university where foundation stone for a new campus had been placed in the Education City. He said it was good that every political party in the office chipped in for making the Quaid's alma mater a great place of learning.
"I am here to assist to the SMIU administration in completing this project well in time."
He said that recently he had visited the Lincoln's Inn in UK where a bust of the Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was inaugurated and placed in the 15th century educational institution, which was a great honour for all Pakistanis and one satisfying reason to be proud of.
He said the people of Pakistan new sketchy and mostly superficial things about the life of Quaid-e-Azam, and every Pakistani should know more about the Father of the Nation.
"He was the best lawyer in the Commonwealth in 1915 when he had not entered in his forties; and was the best politician who would lead debates in the assemblies. He was nobody when he returned home from Lincoln's Inn and he turned the best lawyer in town when he was just 25," said the governor.
The Quaid was so popular that he hardly needed electioneering to win elections.
He urged the provinces to spend more on education since they would get more funds from the centre.
Earlier, Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, vice chancellor of the SMIU, said the occasion was highly important; and it was the only second such occasion with equal significance in 130 years. He said Viceroy of British India Lord Dufferin inaugurated the Sindh Madressatul Islam's historical Main Building on November 14, 1887.
He said the day for the foundation stone was selected as December 25, which was the birth anniversary of the institution's most illustrious alumni.
"Quaid-e-Azam spent four-and-half years of his life from 1887 to 1892 in SMI, which was the maximum period he spent in an educational institution, more than all other institutions he was enrolled with," said Dr Shaikh.
He said the Quaid could not stop from being expressive in 1943 when the SMI was elevated as college. He made a handsome donation and led others to do the same. On another occasion, when his will was read after his death, the Quaid donated one-third of his property to the SMI equal to what he donated to the Islamia College University Peshawar and Aligarh Muslim University.
"At that time, the SMI got Rs10,800,000 from his donation."
About the new campus, Dr Shaikh said it would be completed in three phases. The federal government had approved Rs1.57 billion for the first phase which would be completed in three years.
He said during the first phase, infrastructure would be made, hostels for 200 girls and as many boys; 35 staff residences, gym, sports facilities, a building housing the vice chancellor's secretariat and other offices would be made.
The total cost of the project is Rs12 billion. He said the HEC had funded the project. While the Sindh government and federal government had owned it and both had chipped in accordingly.
He said former president Asif Ali Zardari and former chief minister of Sindh, Syed Qaim Ali Shah had supported for the cause immensely.
Besides, he added, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah had allotted 10 acres of land in Hawkesbay area.
Ghulam Raza Bhatti, member operation and planning, HEC, said the HEC's 129 projects in 112 universities of the country were going on. He said in the past 15 years, the HEC had completed 847 projects.
At present, he said, projects were being funded for the University of Sindh, SMIU, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto University of Law, IBA Sukkur etc.
He said the HEC was establishing 66 campuses in various districts of the country. In Sindh, he said six such campuses had been established and five of them were functional in Umerkot, Shahdadkot, Ghotki, Jacobabad and Kashmore.
Mr. Gul Mohammad Leghari from the Ministry of Planning, Development and Reform, the era of industrialization, which dominated the world in 18th century, was overwhelmed by the knowledge-based economic development in 1990s, which too was there to be replaced by the looming digital era in 2030.
He said in the 11th 5-year plan in 2014, Rs18 billion were allocated for the higher education, which had been doubled to Rs36 billion in the current ADP.
He said there were 130 public sector universities with 1.1 million enrolment in 2013, which had now increased to 188 with 1.6 million enrolment. Similarly, he said the ratio of girls students in those universities had improved from 42 per cent in 2013 to 48 per cent now.
16 December 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) conducted an entry test for admissions in Masters and PhD programs for Spring 2018 at the premises of the university. The candidates gave the test for different disciplines of MS & Phd including Department of Business Administration, Commerce and Management Science, Computer Science, Media and Communication Studies, Environment Science and Education. The candidates had come from all parts of Sindh, because SMIU offers admissions on open merit.
While talking before and after the test, some candidates said that they are aspirant to get admission in this historic institution that it provides quality education at its campus on the low fee and has emerged as a most modern university specially of the province of Sindh.
15 December 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University celebrated Eid Milad un-Nabi (P.B.U.H) on Friday at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium with a great religious zeal and fervor. Begum Syed Qaim Ali Shah, spouse of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh Mrs. Shaista Muhammad Ali, and female students, faculty and staff members of the university and SMIU Model School attended it.
10 December 2017
The arts and ideas festival organized by the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was concluded on Sunday after four eventful days which were decorated by international lectures given by foreign scholars, distinguished lectures by national experts and several other activities in which faculty and students both enthusiastically participated.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, vice chancellor of the SMIU, said the key purpose of the festival was to familiarize the youth with new ideas that could help them succeed in their future life.
He said the festival was organized on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of Pakistan's independence and the new generation would have to play their positive role to make the country a modern nation in the world.
A report about the details of the events held during the four days of the festival was also presented.
Before the conclusion of the festival some interesting and thought-provoking sessions were held, of which 'development of Karachi as a megacity of Sindh' stood on the top.
Eminent development experts Arif Hasan and Yasmin Lari took part in the session in which they revealed certain aspects that hindered the city from becoming a jewel of Pakistan.
Mr. Hasan the chief hindrance in making Karachi a truly modern megacity was the fact that the city's matters were being controlled by the market and not politicians and bureaucracy.
"The city's important matters are being controlled by the market, while Lahore is developing because it is being controlled by politicians and bureaucracy as it should be," said Mr Hasan.
He said a comprehensive planning was highly needed to develop the metropolitan city. Besides, he added, the citizens of Karachi should come forward and own the city.
Mr. Hasan said there were numerous reasons for destruction of the old heritage of Karachi. Among them, he added, the fact remained there that those historical buildings and places were located in the areas where it was extremely hard to save them.
"Unless we get certain strong institutions, no positive change in the city is forthcoming. While, the institutions which we had in the past have already become history," he said.
He said there was no master plan offered by the Karachi Development Authority. Besides, certain legislation related to the issue had messed up the situation further.
He asked universities and students to play their role for betterment of the city.
Mr. Hasan said Karachi could not become a world class city with the present propositions. He added it needed better planning, modern modes of transportation, construction of footpaths etc.
Ms. Lari, chief of the Heritage Foundation of Pakistan, said the city was saturated with ever-increasing population, but, it offered no better means of transportation.
Besides, she added, supply of clean drinking water was an issue while the sewerage system had broken down.
"Trees are being cut, footpaths have disappeared and circular railway system was a thing of the glorious past," she said.
She said the city needed toilets, particular its female population. Besides, once a rich city, now suffered from abject poverty.
Ms. Lari said most of the heritage buildings in the city were stone-built and needed heavy funds to get restored.
"Every citizen should play one's part to make Karachi a clean and better city."
She also called for eradication of "mafias" to improve the public transport system.
Delivering the distinguished lecture, Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui, federal secretary for planning and development and former commissioner of Karachi, said administrative accountability was more needed than the financial accountability.
He said many projects were pompously inaugurated but because of little follow-up they got non-functional.
"The same has been happening in Karachi. A number of such projects have met the same fate in Karachi. Unless administrative accountability is not begun, the country cannot progress in real terms," said Mr. Siddiqui.
He said the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was extremely important project for the country because construction of roads was very foundation of a country's development.
"Through this project Pakistan will link with other countries of the world, and it would fetch wealth in terms of increased exports. The CPEC will help increase the country's GDP by 23 per cent," he said.
He dispelled the impression that more Chinese than Pakistanis were employed with the CPEC projects.
Dr Weimin Delcroix-Tang, a professor with University of Sanya, Hainan, China, presented her essay on the double-sidedness of the oceanic culture of China's tropical island Hainan.
She said located in between the South China Sea, the eastern and western, marine and continental, indigenous and Hakka cultures met and interacted.
In a session on women and gender issues in Pakistan, Mrs. Shaista Muhammad Ali, honorary advisor on cultural and gender affairs, SMIU, Mehnaz Rehman of Aurat Foundation and scholar Khalida Ghous spoke.
They called upon mothers to keep their children away from being affected with gender discrimination. They said anti-harassment law helped keeping safe both women and men. They called upon the government to effectively implement the pro-women laws.
Ms Naheed Memon, chairperson, Sindh Board of Investment, advised the youth to start their own businesses instead of waiting for jobs. She said expertise was more important for starting a business than the wealth.
Dr. Sahar Ansari, poet and educationist, spoke over the creative and philosophical aspects of Dewan-i-Ghalib, Quratulain Hyder's Aag ka Darya, and Ashfaq Ahmed's Zaviya.
He said the era of Ghalib was full of bards and masters like Ibrahim Zauq, Momin Khan Momin, Bahadur Shah Zafar etc., but Ghalib earned more respect and fame as he had greater imagination and had mastery in reflecting his thought process.
He said Aag Ka Darya covered the subcontinent's history spread over 2,500 years stuffed with fantastic style of narration. He said Ashfaq Ahmed was inspired by Shaikh Sa'adi.
Ameena Sayyid, managing director, Oxford University Press, Pakistan, spoke over the rampant book piracy issues in Pakistan. She said it deprived writers from being paid royalty they deserved and also cost heavily on publishers.
She said reading habit had not faded away in Pakistan, but it was a country of many cultures and entities, thus, the standards vary vis-à-vis topics of books.
During the festival, some 40 sessions were held and attracted good audiences. They included lectures by international and national speakers, panel discussions, screening of documentaries, photography and painting exhibitions and singing and quiz competitions. Shah Latif's seven heroines were depicted in tableaus during four days.
9 December 2017
An eminent scholar from the North Carolina Central University on Saturday gave a thought-provoking lecture discussing the 'politics' that the formulation of the Sindhi script ensued 170 years ago a few years after Sir Charles Napier conquered Sindh against the wishes of most of the bigwigs of the British colonial empire.
Dr. Matthew A. Cook, a professor of NCCU, USA, gave an international lecture on the third day of the four-day Arts and Ideas Festival being organized by the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at its campus.
Dr. Cook, a PhD in anthropology and an expert on Asian studies and Indian languages, gave his lecture on the 'origins of the Sindhi language'. However, he focused chiefly on the issues that arose when it came to decide for the standard script for a language, which reigned the region for millennia.
He said there were four theories about the origins of Sindhi, three of which explored its roots in the Indo-Aryan system. However, the remaining one insisted that today's modern Sindh was derived from the Proto-Dravidian system with other Dravidian languages and the Indo-Aryan system as a whole as its sisters.
"I personally have issues accepting this fourth theory,"said the professor. "This model is hard to sustain."
He, however, said there were different answers about the origins of Sindhi language. However, there were certain amusing information available in the records, which gave fascinating debate and intellectual argument between the two British officers, also eminent linguists, when it came to decide for the script for the modern Sindhi.
Captain George Stack and Richard Francis Burton, the two officers of the colonial British empire, were poles apart when they recommended for the scripts for Sindhi in late 1840s. The former endorsed and campaigned for the Khudawadi or Khudabadi system, on which Bhaibands, the financiers of the colonial empire, were at ease to.
Richard Burton had extensive interaction with the Sindhi Muslims who believed that the Arabic Naskh system would be much convenient and fluent for writing Sindhi. Both officers had given their recommendations in writing.
Before that, surveys of various officers working in Sindh, showed most recommended Sindhi against those who recommended Persian and Hindustani for school language, while the score was 10-8 in favour of Persian. Another survey for the standard script showed two votes for Naskh, and three each for Khudawadi and others.
Lord Falkland, the Governor of Bombay Presidency, first decided for the Khudawadi script, said Dr Cook. However, he said, the decision was reverted for Naskh purely on political grounds when the British decided to rule Sindh like the rest of India by engaging Hindu Amils, who were best at administering the region and collect revenues.
"It was just Charles Napier who decided to conquer Sindh for the imperial grandeur, though, most of other British officers had other idea. Sindh was a country with debt at first, but, when it was given to Amils the British decided to keep it."
Both the British officers, Stack and Burton left Sindh in 1849 for different reasons. Stack came earlier in 1853 and died the same year.
Dr. Cook said Stack was himself had not used the Khudawadi script for Sindhi when he compiled grammar Sindhi and English-Sindhi dictionary.
In the distinguished lecture series, I.A. Rehman, human rights defender and columnist, and journalist Iftikhar Ahmed rendered separate speeches.
Mr. Rehman said the Sindhi society was earlier highly liberal, which would accept new ideas and encourage critical thinking. However, he added, but the situation had not remained the same and the society was becoming a victim of division.
"Still, Sindh enjoys good liberal and progressive values, but, the worst part is that it is fast reducing." The universities were not free to formulate and teach their own curricula, they were still being controlled by the government, thus, the level of education was not at par with the modern standards.
He said the governments were so heavily involved in controlling the education system that the acts of universities made their faculties binding to seek for government's permission before leaving abroad.
He said working women were being harassed with impunity at workplaces, which was one key hindrance in the country's progress.
Journalist Iftikhar Ahmed said a positive change in the country was not possible until the turnout ratio in general elections was not improved substantially.
"Any reforms, which are made without making this happen, will be useless,"said Mr Ahmed. "At least 60 per cent turnout ratio in general elections is must for the real change in the country."
He asked the youth to take active part in elections and use their vote for the change.
Since 1970, when the first general elections were held in Pakistan, it was in 2013 when the turnout ratio witnessed some increase. He said political parties had the key to change the game and incentivize people to cast their votes.
However, he added, it could only be made possible when the political parties were themselves strong, carried programs which reflected basic issues of the general public and had good leadership and cadres.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of the SMIU, said democracy and elections were interrelated with each other, adding, people chose their representatives through election, but, "due to the tradition of elect-ables, people could not elect their real representatives".
During a session on environmental issues, experts said the government should decide it once and for all whether economy was more important or the increasing environmental pollution.
They said environmental pollution was a grave issue, which should have been on the top of the government's agenda. They added coal-fired power plants would help better economy of the country, but they would be hugely disastrous for the environment. They asked the government to explore and give attention to environment-friendly sources of power generation.
Zeeshan Ansari, Prof Amin Qureshi, Waseem Ahmed and Tanya Saleem spoke in the session.
Educationist Abbas Hussain spoke over the English classical literature in the event's 'bookshelf session'.
Journalists and TV anchors, in another session on electronic and digital media, said the importance of electronic media was diminishing because of sensationalism and quantitative, instead of qualitative, journalism. They said the race for ratings had hugely affected TV journalism's credibility. Najia Asher claimed the talk shows' ratings on TVs was decreasing and the owners were looking into it seriously. She said social media had emerged as a powerful facet of the modern journalism.
Kamal Siddiqui, director, Centre for Excellence in Journalism of the IBA, said one could not hope of improvement in the electronic media which was busy in the race of ratings.
He asked students to use the social media sites with care as they were tools where the user was shouldered with more responsibility as one was in command of his/her actions.
Prof Saleem Memon said HT Sorley was the first foreigner who did PhD on Shah Latif and introduced his wonderful poetry to the world.
In another session translations of Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai, Baba Bulleh Shah and Mevlana Rumi's poetry were presented on stage.
The festival also featured tableaux to highlight Bhitai's four heroines (Surmis) Sassui, Suhni, Marui, and Noori.
8 December 2017
The Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Festival of Arts and Ideas was formally inaugurated by its Vice Chancellor, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh on Friday at its inner courtyard as scholars from abroad and from various parts of the country accompanied him.
While addressing the ceremony Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, who presided the event said: "We have to introduce our younger generation with their cultural and moral values, which they have lost due to the influence of other world cultures."
"We have organized this festival at the place from where founder of Pakistan Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had received his early education since this festival is a part of the celebrations in connection with the 70th years of Pakistan's independence.
Dr. Shaikh further said the Indus Valley Civilization was among the great ancient civilizations of the world including the Chinese, the Greek, Egyptian and Babylonian civilizations. "Almost 90 percent of Pakistan's area is on the location, where Indus Valley Civilization existed," Dr. Shaikh said and added that as the Indus Valley Civilization was one of the most developed eras of the human history, that should inspire the young people of the modern times to make Pakistan a developed country in every field of life.
He said that innovative ideas channel through deep thinking and that festival would help students turning innovative and creative.
Dr. Ambreen Fazal, convener of the festival and in-charge chairperson of the department of media and communication studies of the SMIU welcomed the guests. She said that SMIU was the only university in the country that had organized such a festival.
Prof Thomas Dahnhardt, an expert on South Asian languages, religions and culture, gave an insightful rendition in the first of the international lecture series over a highly interesting topic discussing and exploring contacts between Hindu and Muslim Sufi spirituality in South Asia. Dr Dahnhardt, however, made it clear that Sufism was an integral part of Islam, which could not be detached from the religion.
"Sufism should not be detached from Islam and Islam should also not be detached or deprived from Sufism," said the Italian scholar with international repute in command on eastern languages, cultures and religions.
He said ever since Muslims had set their feet on South Asian soil the ensuing relations between the pre-existing cultural environment and the dynamic dimension inherent to Islam had led to numerous fruitful contacts on multiple levels between these two civilisations - the Arab or Muslim and the Indus Valley civilisations.
Dr Dahnhardt said over time, the process of reciprocal acknowledgement and assimilation allowed for the emergence of the fascinating cultural environment described as Indo-Islamic civilisation.
"In this context, the role played by spiritual authorities in bringing together communities through the channel of the common language of popular devotion has been attested and recognised."
But, he added, it was on the less visible plane of intellectual and spiritual insight that Sufi and Hindu masters had been successful in exploring a terrain for both traditions to rest on thereby developing a common ground for the élite and the common folk.
In his scholarly essay the scholar affiliated with the University of Venice explored certain aspects of such spiritual collaboration as it occurred over time in South Asia.
He began his lecture for the past 1300 years since the Muslims set foot in South Asia. During his essay he discussed various orders of the Sufism and their interaction with the Hindu yogis especially that fostered the tradition to 'go deep in the religion' in the search for the greatest truth.
Earlier, 10 documentaries or short films, which were shortlisted out of 22 submissions by the jury were screened at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university.
These documentaries were prepared by students of various universities of the country. The jury comprising Ahmed Shah, president, Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi and Anjum Rizvi, a film producer. Three among the 10 films and documentaries won prizes. SMIU's Zahid Abbas secured first position, while Bhawish Raj, a student of the National University of Sciences and Technology Karachi and SMIU's M Azeem Khan got second and third positons respectively for their documentaries on Heritage of Sindh.
The rest of the seven documentaries included: Stories from Streets by Mujahid-ur-Rahman from University of Sindh, Genesis of Pakistani Culture by Sarah Aslam, University of Sindh, Stories from Streets by Faryal Abbasi, University of Sindh, Genesis of Pakistani Culture by Danish Bakhtiar, UET, Lahore, Stories from Streets by Raja Haris, Iqra University, Success Stories by Wadeed Baig, SMIU, and Stories from Streets by Sadaf Zohra, SMIU.
In the conversation corner, Nasir R. Zaidi, president, the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, dean, Management, business administration and commerce and Mahanoor Pervaiz , student, SMIU participated in a panel discussion, on the subject of "State of Economy in Pakistan."
Nasir Zaidi said the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) would help Pakistan in approaching the international market and would immensely benefit the country's economy. He advised the youth not to wait for jobs after graduation, instead, they should start online business, which would provide them opportunities of good livelihood.
Businessman Atiqur Rehman said CPEC would offer greater job opportunities and reduce expenditure on power, thus, would benefit the country's economy.
Another panel discussion was held on "Pakistan's Education System: The Robot Factory," in which Dr Muhammad Memon, chairman, Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), Hyderabad, Sadiqa Salahuddin, executive director, Indus Resource Centre, Karachi, Amar Sindhu, educationist and activist, University of Sindh, and Irshad Ahmed Student of SMIU participated in the discussion.
In the distinguished lecture series, Mehtab Akbar Rashdi, a member of the Sindh provincial assembly, spoke. A speed quiz show was also held in a number of students took part.
7 December 2017
President Arts Council of Pakistan, Ahmed Shah has said use of expensive technology is not enough for producing a quality documentary film, rather new and impressive ideas have more importance whether a documentary film is produced through a mobile phone.
He expressed these views while speaking at documentary competition ceremony held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the Sindh Madressatul Islam University here on Friday. It was part of four-day 'Festival of Arts and Ideas' organized by the SMIU. Students belonging to different universities participated in the documentary competition.
Some 10 documentaries were shortlisted and presented out of total 22. Dual faces, a documentary film produced by SMIU's Zahid Abbas secured first position, while Bhawish Raj, a student of National University of Sciences & Technology Karachi and SMIU's M. Azeem Khan got second and third positons respectively for their documentaries on Heritage of Sindh.
Ahmed Shah said documentary films have been produced on several ideas but still there new ideas needed for producing quality documentaries.
Speaking on the occasion another panelist, Anjum Rizvi said crazy ideas have always attracted much in the world. Dean of the Business Administration faculty, SMIU, Dr. Parvez Cannar also spoke on the occasion.
7 December 2017
The 4-Day Festival of Arts and Ideas started at Sindh Madressatul University on Thursday with screening of three classic films, Ben Hur (1959), The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) and The Fall of the Roman Empire (1964). The film Bun-Hur was just a follow up of the film "The Fall of the Roman Empire." While the film The Bridge on the River Kwai was based on World War II and America's prisoners of war and Japan's role in it. The festival was first of its kind that was organized by any university in the country.
The event was held at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto of Auditorium and was presided by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU. The program was attended by students, their family members, faculty and staff of the university in a large number.
While addressing the participants of the festival Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that this festival is being organized to mark 70 years of the Independence of Pakistan and introduce young generation with the world history, and our own culture and other aspects of life through variety of programs. He said that the main objective of screening classic movies was to make younger generation aware from the world history, because lessons of the history make us more conscious to get right decisions at right time and move forward carefully.
On Second Day (Friday):
On the second day of the festival, Friday a formal inaugural ceremony of the Festival of Arts and Ideas will be held at 3.00 pm at the inner court yard of the university. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU will presided, while distinguished personalities will address it. On the same Prof. Thomas Dahnhardt of Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy will deliver lecture on "Contacts between Hindu and Muslim-Sufi spirituality in South Asia." Also two panel discussions will be held on "State of Economy in Pakistan" and "Pakistan's Education System: The Robot Factory" respectively. Mr. Muffasar Atta Malik, President KCCI, Mr. Amin Hashwani, Executive Director, Hashwani Group of Companies, Pakistan, Mr. Nasir R. Zaidi, President, The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce, Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean, Management, Business Administration & Commerce, SMIU, Dr. Muhammad Memon, Chairman, BISE, Hyderabad, Mrs. Sadiqa Salahuddin, Executive Director, Indus Resource Centre, Karachi and Ms. Amar Sindhu, poet and women activist, University of Sindh, Jamshoro will participate in the discussions.
In the category of distinguished lecture, Ms. Mehtab Akbar Rashdi will deliver her lecture. SMIU Speed Quiz Show will also be held on Friday.
4 December 2017
Students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University observed Cultural Day of Sindh on Monday. They did Jhumar (a form of Sindhi dance) in the ground of SMIU on the rhythm of Ho Jamalo, a folk song of Sindh. All male and female students had attired Sindhi cultural dresses including Sindhi Topi and Ajrak. They showed great joy and pleasure while organizing gatherings in campus to highlight the importance and cultural beauty of the day.
Prior to it the students of SMIU Model School had also observed the cultural day.
4 December 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's 4-Day Festival of Arts and Ideas will be commenced from Thursday, 7th December and will continue till Sunday, 10th December, in its premises. The international and national scholars, academia, social scientists, economists, journalists and experts of other fields are attending the festival. In this respect all preparations have been finalized. This was stated by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, during a media briefing, held at a local hotel on Monday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the festival is being organized to celebrate 70 years of the independence of Pakistan. Therefore, during four days of the festival, international lecture programs, distinguished lectures, conversation corner, bookshelf sessions, documentary competition, painting and photography's exhibition, performance by SMIU's students on seven famous folklores of Sindh, singing and quiz competitions, screening of classic film, Message of Peace and Universalism in Mystic Poetry, fun fare, national and international cultural shows and school show will be organized.
He said that on the first day of the festival, Thursday, December 7, 2017, a film fare will be held, in which classic films, The Fall of the Roman Empire, Bridge on the River of Kwai and Ben Hur will be screened from 9.00 am to 6:50 pm at SMIU's auditorium. The inauguration session will be held on Friday, December 8, 2017 at 3:00 pm.
Dr Shaikh said that in the category of international lecture programs Prof. Thomas Dahnhardt of Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy will deliver lecture on "Contacts between Hind and Muslim-Sufi Spirituality in South Asia," Ms. Zoe Che Yi, Vice President for H. R. and International Partnerships University of Sanya, P.R. China, will deliver lecture on "Exchange Programs between Chinese Universities and Pakistani Universities", Ms. Weimin Delcroix-Tang, Dean, School of Foreign Languages, University of Sanya will talk on "Inclusivity and Indignity: The Double-sidedness of the Oceanic Culture of China's Tropical Island Hainan" and Dr. Matthew A. Cook, Professor of Postcolonial and South Asian Studies, Department of History, Department of Language and Literature, North Carolina Central University, USA, will deliver lecture on "Writing and Reciprocity: Standardizing the Sindhi Language in Colonial South Asia."
He said that in the category of distinguished lectures, Mr. I. A Rehman, senior columnist, Dr. Ishrat Hussain, former Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, Mr. Iftikhar Ahmed, senior anchor person, Mr. Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui, Federal Secretary for Planning and Development, Government of Pakistan, Ms. Ameena Saiyid, OUP and Mehtab Akbar Rashdi, columnist will address to their respective sessions.
He further informed that in the sessions of Conversation Corner, experts of their respective subjects will talk on the State of Economy in Pakistan, Pakistan's Education System: The robot factory, Development of Karachi as a mega city of Sindh, Women and Gender Issues in Pakistan, Environmental Issues of Pakistan, Entrepreneur Potential for Youth in Pakistan, The future of IT in Pakistan, Electronic & Digital Media: The way forward and Freedom of Media: Corporate, State and non- state interest in Pakistan.
Similarly, in the category of Bookshelf, Mr. Abbas Hussain, Prof. Sehar Ansari and Prof. Saleem Memon will give introduction of the best classic books published in English, Urdu and Sindhi, respectively. Dr Shaikh said that in the documentary competition, three best documentaries will be selected for prizes. The first prize would be of Rs.30, 000/-, second Rs.20, 000 and third Rs.10, 000/-
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, said that it is the first ever festival of its nature, which is being organized by SMIU in Pakistan. He said that the basic objectives of organizing this festival are to enhance the thinking horizons of our youth as well as to enable them to participate various forms of arts. The vice chancellor said that the festival will also polish the organizational capabilities of our younger generation as all the events are being organized by students of SMIU under supervision of their faculty members. This activity will energize our youth towards positive pursuits, which SMIU believes is the best way to celebrate the independence of our nation. Students of SMIU Model School will present a show, highlighting their talent. It should be noted here that the students of SMIU are organizing all the 40 event of the festival.
Dr. Ambreen Fazal, Incharge Chairperson, Department of Media and Communication Studies and Convener, Ms. Zunaira Jalali, Coordinator of the festival and Ms Sidra Agha, coordinator of documentary competition gave presentation about the festival.
On the occasion Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean faculty of IT of SMIU briefed the media persons about the International Conference on Computing and Related Technologies, which is being organized by SMIU's Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Information Technology from 28th to 29th December 2017. He said that 12 research scholars are coming to attend the conference from four continents of the world include Asia, Africa, North America and Europe. He further said that six research scholars are coming from all provinces of Pakistan. He informed that 40 research papers have been received. Out of these, 35 papers have been reviewed. Dr Syed Asif said that on the last day of the conference SMIU will sign MoUs with different national and international universities for the promotion of IT.
22 November 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has finalized the schedule of its 4-Day Festival of Arts and Ideas in a meeting chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on Wednesday at the Conference Room of SMIU. The festival will hold from 7th December to 10th December in the premises of SMIU.
In the meeting it was decided that during the festival four international lecture programs, eight guest speaker's sessions, nine panel discussions, 3 bookshelf sessions, documentaries/short films competition, painting and photography's exhibition, performance by SMIU's students on seven famous folklores of Sindh, singing and quiz competitions, film fare, fun fare, national and international cultural shows and school show will be organized.
It was also decided that in the category of international lecture programs Prof. Thomas Dahnhardt of Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy will deliver lecture on "Contacts between Hind and Muslim-Sufi Spirituality in South Asia," Ms. Che Yi, Vice President for H. R. and International Partnerships University of Sanya, P.R. China, will deliver lecture on "Exchange Programs between Chinese Universities and Pakistani Universities", Ms. Weimin Delcroix-Tang, Dean, School of Foreign Languages, University of Sanya will talk on "Inclusivity and Indignity: The Double-sidedness of the Oceanic Culture of China's Tropical Island Hainan" and Dr. Matthew A. Cook, Professor of Postcolonial and South Asian Studies, Department of History, Department of Language and Literature, North Carolina Central University, USA, will deliver lecture on "Writing and Reciprocity: Standardizing the Sindhi Language in Colonial South Asia."
The names of the guest speakers were also finalized and was informed the meeting that Mr. I. A Rehman, senior columnist, Dr. Ishrat Hussain, former Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, Mr. Ghazi Sallahuddin, senior journalist, Mr. Iftikhar Ahmed, senior anchor person, Mr. Mazhar Abbas, senior journalist, Mr. Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui, Federal Secretary for Planning and Development, Government of Pakistan, Ms. Mehtab Akbar Rashdi, columnist and Ms. Khalida Ghous, eminent scholar will address their respective sessions as the guest speakers.
About the panel discussions it was decided that panel discussions will be held on the subjects of Role of Media in Pakistan, State of Economy in Pakistan, Pakistan's Education System: The robot factory, Development of Karachi as a mega city of Sindh, Women and Gender Issues in Pakistan, Environmental Issues of Pakistan, Entrepreneur Potential for Youth in Pakistan, The future of IT in Pakistan and Culture of Philanthropy in Pakistan.
During the festival the classic films, The Fall of the Roman Empire, Bridge on the River of Kwai and Ben Hur will also be screened.
While addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that it is the first ever festival of its nature, which is being organized by SMIU as a part of the 70 Years Celebrations of Pakistan. He said that the basic objectives of organizing this festival are to enhance the thinking horizons of our youth as well as to enable them to participate various forms of arts. The vice chancellor said that the festival will also polish the organizational capabilities of our younger generation as all the events are being organized by students of SMIU under supervision of their faculty members. This activity will energize our youth towards positive pursuits, which SMIU believes is the best way to celebrate the independence of our nation.
19 November 2017
Pakistan's senior politician, intellectual, writer and former student of Sindh Madressatul Islam, Mr. Rasool Bux Palijo has said that Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo was a great theorist of Pakistan and an extra ordinary person, who had never compromised on his principles, preached for fundamental rights of common man and worked for Sindhi literature and language till his death. He said this while addressing the Literary Reference organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University in the honor of its alumnus and former teacher late Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo, on Sunday night, in its premises.
Mr. Rasool Bux Palijo, 87, who had remained student of Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo at Sindh Madressatul Islam in 1940s, said that although his health was not permitting him to travel, but he came here at his Alma-Mater Sindh Madressah from Hyderabad just to pay tribute to his great teacher and a great intellectual of Pakistan Saen Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo. "I told my friends and family members that this is the invitation of Joyo sahib, so I must have to attend the program which has organized by my Alma-Mater Sindh Madressatul Islam," Mr. Palijo said.
Mr. Rasool Bux Palijo was of the opinion that Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo didn't committed a single mistake in his entire life of 102 years and proved to be an exemplary man. "I had never felt in my life for a single moment that Joyo sahib should had not done this or that thing. On the contrary, he gave the society ideals, and values of simplicity, selflessness, humbleness, love for human being and consciousness for basic rights of common folk," another stalwart of Sindhi literature and progressive thinker of the country Mr. Palijo said and maintained that no one can imagine that how much Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo had the knowledge of world history. Whenever, he was talking, history of hundreds of thousands of years was unfolding before us, a human being was emerging as a most respectable creature from his talk and then we were feeling totally changed in our inner world."
Recalling his school days at SMIU, Mr. Palijo said that one day Joyo sahib had enquired from me about my knowledge of English language, and I had replied in negative, then he suggested me to read English novels. Afterwards, I acted upon his advise and read many English novels written by great novelists of the world. Such practice changed me totally.
Rasool Bux Palijo further said that Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo was not a teacher of that kind, who were teaching students just to get passed in their examinations, but he was a teacher of that nature, who were creating new persons, having social and national consciousness, love and respect for people and play their role for betterment of the nation and society. Mr. Palijo said and maintained that we will make Pakistan a prosperous and peaceful country as envisaged by Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his welcome address said that Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo had a deep association with his Alma-Mater Sindh Madressatul Islam, which was spread over fifteen years. He said that Mr. Joyo was enrolled at SMI in 1930, when another great scholar and former student of SMI, Dr Umer Bin Mohammad Daudpoto was its Principal. He passed his matriculation in 1934. Again he joined SMI as a teacher in 1938 and remained associated with it till 1947. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Joyo sahib was a committed and dedicated educationist and intellectual of the country.
"Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo had come to SMI from a small village -Abad, of district Dadu and was belonging to a poor farmer family, but after getting modern education from SMIU he emerged as a successful person, a great teacher and an intellectual of our times, Dr Shaikh said and stressed upon the students to follow these personalities.
Prominent columnist and writer Ms. Zahida Hina said that Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo had remained as a shelter for us for almost one century. He was against extremism of all kinds and exploitation of people. "No another Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo will born," she said.
Mr. Mazhar Jameel, a biographer of Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo said that every aspect of his life was just like to be followed as he had worked for those persons, who are neglected in the society. "After creation of Pakistan, he had a great opportunity to participate in politics, because at that time Sindh was being changing, but he preferred to work intellectually and awake the people through his words," Mr. Mazhar Jameel said.
Former Vice Chancellor of University of Sindh Mr. Mazharul Haq Siddiqui in his speech said that Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo had always thinking about betterment and successful future of youth. Recalling an incident of University of Sindh, Mr Siddiqui said when he had rusticated some students from the university, Joyo sahib had become very much disturbed over such act and then he had met him and said that the students should be given another punishment, but they should not be expelled from the university, because dreams of their poor parents will be shattered.
Prof. Saleem Memon, Dr Fahmida Hussain, Dr Ayub Shaikh, Ms Aness Memon and Mohsin Joyo also paid great tribute to late Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo, who passed away on 9th November. They also highlighted his services rendered for Sindh's education, literature, language and culture. SMIU also screened a documentary prepared by TV and Radio Studios of SMIU about life and services of Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo.
The literary reference was attended by eminent scholars, intellectuals and writers including Noorul Huda Shah, family of Rasool Bux Palijo, deans, chairpersons, faculty and staff members and students of SMIU, in a large number.
10 November 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has announced that a Literary Reference will be organized to pay tribute to SMIU's former student, former teacher and a great intellectual Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo, on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 7:00 pm at SMIU. Prominent intellectuals, writers and academicians will talk on the life and literary works of Mr. Joyo.
"We want to pay homage to the great thinker and academician Joyo sahib, who had a deep association with his Alma-Mater SMIU," said Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, while chairing a meeting on Friday, where the decision of holding a Literary Reference for Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo was taken.
9 November 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has paid a great tribute to the icon of Sindhi literature and a great scholar of Sindh Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo by saying that besides scholarly pursuits, Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo had remained a great thinker, educationist and had played a major role in development of Sindhi language and literature through out his life. He said this in a condolence message on the demise of Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo, who passed away on Thursday 9, 2017 at Hyderabad.
"Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo was an illustrious student of Sindh Madressatul Islam, from where he had passed his matriculation in 1934 and had also served his Alma Mater- SMI as its teacher from 1938 to 1940 and then 1941 to 1947," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that later his service was terminated from SMI as he had written a book on issues of Sindh before the Partition, but I had withdrawn such order on August 1, 2015 as head of the same institution-SMIU, on the occasion of his centennial celebration, organized by SMIU at a local hotel."
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has further said that SMIU has also published English and Sindhi translations of his biography. Dr Shaikh announced that SMIU will organize a literary reference in the honor of Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo soon.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has also extended his condolence with noted journalist Mr. Mohammad Qamar Khan, on demise of his father.
31 October 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the SMIU Model School is an integral part of Sindh Madressah University. This is why; the equal importance is being given to its academic development and progress by arranging training programs for its teachers and brining improvement in classroom learning of its students.
Addressing the Certificate Distribution Ceremony held on Tuesday at its auditorium, for those fifty teachers of SMIU Model School, who have recently completed their English Training Program from the Pak American Cultural Center (PACC) with collaboration of SMIU, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that main objective of the training was to improve communication skills of teachers in English language, that ultimately will benefit students.
He said that teachers should be most focused on quality learning of their students, for which this institution has earned reputation. He said it is a prime responsibility of SMIU Model School's teachers to provide quality education to the students of underprivileged and poor class. "Like their own children, teachers must think about educational betterment of their students," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that SMIU is providing modern facilities to teachers as well its students, hence there is a need of improvement in teachers' performance and their communication skills. He further said that teachers should honestly fulfill their responsibilities of teaching and give preference to grooming of their students. The Vice Chancellor said that the students of SMIU Model School will be provided opportunities of study tours within the city to enhance their observation and learning.
Ms. Nabila Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School and teachers also spoke.
Earlier Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave away certificates to the participants of the English Training Program.
27 October 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University observed the Pink Ribbon Day on Friday. In this respect a program was held in its Sir Shahnawaz Auditorium, where female speakers said that about forty thousand women are died annually in Pakistan due to breast cancer, while 1.38 million women become victim of the said disease in the whole world, every year.
Speaking at the program as a chief guest Mrs. Shaista M. Ali said that breast cancer is a fatal disease for women, but in our country women are taking it as a taboo. Therefore, such ignorance is a major hurdle in beating up breast cancer. She said that there was a need to spread awareness among common women and girls about breast cancer, which will help them to get diagnosed it in its primary stage. "Our girls and women are usually gripped with a fear of cancer, that is why they are avoiding consulting a doctor, which proves harmful for their lives in later days," she said.
Dr Ambreen Fazal, Chairperson of Department of Media and Communication Studies of SMIU said that if the beat breast cancer is diagnosed in its early stage, there would be 90 percent chances to survive from it. She said that women should discuss this kind of issues with their family members and doctors without any fear and hesitation, because this is a matter of life.
SMIU's girl students also talked on the subject and emphasized to spread awareness about the breast cancer especially among girls, women and family members. On this occasion a Pink Ribbon Dress Competition was held among the female students of SMIU, where, in students' category, Ms Nada Yasir got first position and Ms Nimra stood second. In teachers' category, Ms Shaheena got first and Ms Sahar Channa second position.
SMIU's faculty member Ms. Syeda Rakhshanda Kaukab also gave a detailed presentation on the breast cancer and suggested some priliminary steps to control it. In the end prizes were distributed among the winners of competition. The program was attended by SMIU's female faculty, staff members, female students, Principal of SMIU Model School Ms Nabila Kanwal and female teachers and girl students of the school.
On this occasion SMIU's girl students also organized sports activities and formed a symbol of Pink Ribbon in SMIU's sports ground.
24 October 2017
r Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Justice (Retd.) Hamid Ali Mirza was an honest and committed judge, who tried to provide justice to people of the country during his service as a judge of lower courts to the Supreme Court of Pakistan. This is why he will be remembered in the country by his honesty and commitment with justice. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said this while chairing a meeting of the Selection Board of SMIU, which was held at Committee Room of the university on Tuesday, where fatiha was offered for the departed soul of Justice (Retd.) Hamid Ali Mirza.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Justice (Retd.) Hamid Ali Mirza had a close association with SMIU. He had served it being a member of its Selection Board for three years, where he upheld merit during the selection of candidates for SMIU.
The members of the Selection Board of SMIU, who attended the meeting, were former judges of Supreme Court of Pakistan, Justice (Retd.) Sarmad Jalal Osmany, Justice (Retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, former Secretary of Education, Sindh Mr. Sharif Baloch, member of Sindh Public Service Commission Mr. Ghulam Shabbir Shaikh, Deans of SMIU Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali and Mr. Shakeel Ahmed, Secretary of the Selection Board of SMIU.
16 October 2017
Ms. Naheed Memon, Chairperson of Sindh Board of Investment, Government of Sindh has said that Pakistan is the consumer economy country, where numerous business opportunities are available in small business, trade and agriculture sector, which must be availed by people of the province. Today the only way of survival is involvement of younger generation of Pakistan in domestic trade and business. She said this while delivering lecture on "Investment Opportunities in Sindh" at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Monday.
She said that today technological developments have changed business and have redesigned industries. This is why, we are living in a changed world, therefore, it is a question that how can a person capitalizes those opportunities, which are available locally, regionally and internationally for them. She said that Pakistan needs economical security and prosperity.
Ms. Naheed Memon said that Sindh Enterprise Development Fund (SEDF) encourages small businesses and trades in Sindh. In this respect the SEDF provides financial support to about 30 agro based businesses. "The persons who want to start their own business, they may contact to the SEDF, they will be provided full support," she said and that about 60 percent fruit is wasted in Sindh due to poor knowledge of packing and storage system of it.
Talking about the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Ms Naheed Memon said that this mega project will increase connectivity in the country and also resolve problems of energy, roads, highways and transportation. "There are no five star even four star hotels in other cities of Sindh including Hyderabad, Sukkur and Larkana. Even there should be an amusement park in Hyderabad and other cities of Sindh," she said and added that resorts will be set up at Keenjhar and Haleji Lakes soon." She said that Sindh has remained a hub of international biasness and trade in the past due to its port. Therefore CEPEC's "One Belt One Road" would be a revival of Silk route that will connect Pakistan and China to the world market. She praised the role of Sindh Madressatul Islam University for imparting quality education. She advised the young generation that they firstly invest in their selves through education and then adopt the profession whatsoever they want.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech said that there are best opportunities available in business and trade in the country, therefore young generation should not depend only on public or private jobs. Tracing the history of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, he said before establishment of SMI on the plot, where it exists today, this place was serving as a Qafila Seria, where caravans of traders from Afghanistan, NWFP (present day KPK), Punjab, Balochistan and Iran were coming over here. After advent of railway line from Karachi to Kotri in initial years of British rule, the importance of Qafila Seria came to an end and then Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi purchased the plot from Karachi Municipality for SMIU. Still today, SMIU is located in the commercial hub of the city.
Earlier Ms. Naheed Memon visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU and praised the historic things preserved in it.
13 October 2017
The fourth meeting of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Senate was held in the Senate Hall of the university on Friday. Provincial Minister of Education, Government of Sindh Mr. Jam Mehtab Hussain Dahar, who is also Pro-Chancellor of SMIU, chaired the meeting. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU while presenting the five year report of the university said that the present provincial government of Sindh has given ten acres of land to SMIU in Hawks Bay area, where "Hawks Bay Campus of SMIU" will be established soon.
In his report Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that earlier the Government of Sindh had given one hundred acres of land for SMIU's Malir Campus in the Education City of Karachi, but this area will take some time to get developed. Therefore, it was an urgent need of the SMIU to get a plot in its vicinity to establish its new campus to fulfill its growing needs. He said that the enrollment of the students is increased every year at SMIU that is why, the present day Main Campus of the university in insufficient to accommodate all students.
"Sindh Madressatul Islam University has emerged as one of the best and quality universities of the country. Keeping such fact in the mind it needs to be expended to some extent to give opportunity of learning to those students who are willing to get enrollment in the alma mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah," Dr Shaikh said and added that in this respect we requested to the Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah for allocation of a piece of land in the vicinity of SMIU and he happily ordered to give the SMIU ten acres of land for its new campus in the said area. SMIU will receive possession of the land within two weeks. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also highlighted other achievements of the university made in the areas of quality education, research, training of faculty and SMIU's leadership program etc.
Sindh Education Minister Mr. Jam Mahtab Hussain Dahar in his speech said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University enjoys a historic status due to its affiliation with founder of the country Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other leading figures of Pakistan Movement. This is why; the Government of Sindh has always supported it. He said that the government of Sindh will fully support SMIU in establishment of its new campus in Hawks Bay. The education minister announced that SMIU will be included in the Sindh Education Department's Endowment Fund, from where deserving students of the university will be benefited.
The Sindh Education Minister also praised the role of SMIU's Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and said that he has made the SMIU a most modern and best higher educational institution of the country within a short period of five years, which makes us to feel proud. The Senate also passed a resolution to praise the services of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, rendering for development of SMIU.
Earlier, the SMIU Senate taken some important decisions and approved minutes of its third meeting. Mr. Justice (retired) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, former Judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, Moinuddin Siddiqui, Director Confucius Institute of Chinese Language, Prof Dr Abdul Rashid, former Dean, Faculty of Islamic Learning, KU, Dean Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar of SMIU, Dean Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali and Prof. Dr. Aftab Ahmed Shaikh were among other members of the Senate who attended the meeting. Later, Mr. Jam Mehtab Hussain Dahar also visited Jinnah Museum of the university.
10 October 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University is organizing the first ever "Festival of Arts and Ideas" in Pakistan from 8th to 10th December 2017 as a part of Pakistan's 70 years celebrations. The festival comprises about fifty events, concurrently running in a heavily packed program, within three days. The events include lectures and talk by international scholars and eminent persons of Pakistan, panel discussions on important issues; depiction of cultural heritage of Pakistan; screening of classic films; performing art shows; exhibitions of paintings, photographs and documentaries and other such events. This was said in a meeting of the Coordination Committee of the "SMIU Festival of Arts and Ideas," chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU on Tuesday.
Addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Prof. Thomas Dahnhardt, Professor, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy, Dr. Atsushi Noguchi, Professor, Meiji University, Tokyo, Japan and Ms Zoe of Sanya University, Sanya, China will deliver lectures on the subjects related to history, education, languages and socio-economy of the present day world.
He further said that the panel discussions will be held on the subjects of "power of Social Media and Phenomenon of Fake News," "Pakistan's Education System: The robot factory," "Women Empowerment v/s Feudal mindset," Indus Water Treaty and Water Wars," "Pakistan's Economic Dependence on International Powers," "Digital Divide and its Impact on Society" and "Climate Change: An Existential Threat."
Giving further details about the festival Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the newly published books by SMIU Press will also be launched on the occasion. Likewise an introductory session of some historic and classic books will be held. Apart from it, SMIU students will perform on folk stories include Sassuee Punhoon, Moomal Rano, Umar Marvi, Noori Jaam Tamachi, Suhni Mehar, Sorath - Rai - Diyach and Leela Chanesar.
The Vice Chancellor said that a session will be held on the Mystic Message of Peace and Universalism. Exhibitions of photography, paintings, sculptures and documentaries will be held also. The entries for documentary competition will be sought from documentary makers who are affiliated with universities of the country. Similarly, singing competition will also be on country level. Besides fun fair and quiz competition will also be held. Students of SMI Model School will too present a show on the occasion.
Talking on the objective of the festival Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the basic objectives of organizing this festival are to enhance the thinking horizons of our youth as well as to enable them to appreciate various forms of arts. This event will also polish the organizational capabilities of our younger generation as all the events are being organized by students of SMIU under supervision of their faculty members. He said that this activity will divert the attention and energizes of our youth towards positive pursuits, which SMIU believes is the best way to celebrate the independence of our nation.
"Today universities of the country need to introduce culture of dialogue, tolerance, our moral values, brotherhood, cooperation and new ideas among younger generation. Therefore, this festival surely will educate and train the students according to the needs of the day," Dr Shaikh concluded.
6 October 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that young generation of the country needs counseling to resolve their problems facing specially in universities. He said this while addressing the "Faculty Advisory Initiative" program, organized by Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) of SMIU, on Friday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU has started a pilot program of academic counseling for its students through faculty. In this respect SMIU's faculty members will be nominated to give two hours in a week to various groups of students for academic counseling.
The Vice Chancellor further said that today's young generation is most sensitive, and from parents to teachers, all these persons instead of supporting them, are imposing their decisions upon them. This is why; a large number of young generation is confused today. While citing the example from the past Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that teachers of the past were most kind, sympatric, dedicated and supportive to their students. They were used to establish a bond of respect with their students, but today there is lack of interaction between teachers and students. If this sort of interaction would have not been necessary then, there was no need of presence of a teacher in person, in any institution. Hence, a teacher must play his/her role of guide, advisor and councilor.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the SMIU has a great tradition of teacher-student interaction, as in the past, SMIU was used to support its students. Even it was trying to get suitable jobs for its students in other institutions, after completion of their education. Today, we are reviving such culture in our institution. Hence, a teacher has to play both roles of a teacher and advisor/counselor for grooming and growth of the students.
Earlier, Ms. Ambreen Barwani, Deputy Director of QEC gave presentation on the subject and talked about the mechanism chalked out by QEC for students counseling.
5 October 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has paid a rich tribute to teachers by organizing various activities on the Teachers' Day, on Thursday. A main event was held in the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium which was presided over by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU. Student's Societies of SMIU presented variety of programs on the occasion. SMIU's students delivered speeches in English, Urdu and Sindhi languages. They also participated in Mushaaera and drama. A documentary about the role of teachers was also presented on the occasion.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his speech said that teachers are shaping lives of students according to the challenges of the day; hence their role is always considered so much important in the country.
He said that those teachers command the respect that are experts in their subject, having communicative skill, working honestly and thinking for betterment of their students. "Today, teaching is a well paid job in our country and teachers are enjoying many incentives, therefore,
they shouldn't deviate from their core responsibility of quality teaching," Dr Shaikh said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh stressed upon the students to respect their teachers and learn from them, as they are considered father figures. Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce and Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean Information Technology also spoke on the occasion. In the end Deans of SMIU presented a shield to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Earlier in their activities students of SMIU highlighted role of teachers in the nation building and said that without teachers, the society will be called blind. Therefore, they must be given respect and honor, because teachers are preparing new generations who have to run the country successfully. The students of the university also exhibited their art work in the premises of the university, where they displayed boxes with names of their teachers, where students dropped their comments about the concerned teachers.
11 September 2017
The Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam was a national heritage because of its association with the Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other freedom fighters. He said that the Government of Sindh will do everything possible to develop this historic institution. He said this while meeting the Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh at Chief Minister's House on Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's death anniversary, on Monday.
The Chief Minister paid rich tributes to Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, who had introduced modern education in Sindh through establishment of Sindh Madressatul Islam in 1885. He said that Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, former President Mr. Asif Ali Zardari, the Chairperson PPP Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, and his own parents had been taking keen interest in the development of Sindh Madressah.
The Vice Chancellor apprised the Chief Minister that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had studied at Sindh Madressatul Islam for the longest period of his academic life, from July 1887 to January 1892. He further said that Quaid-e-Azam elevated Sindh Madressah from school to college in June 1943. Subsequently, Quaid-e-Azam bequeathed one third of his entire property to Sindh Madressah through his last will.
The Vice Chancellor appreciated the contributions made by Chief Minister towards his institution in his various capacities, including as the Finance Minister of Sindh. He said that the institution had been emerging as one of the top quality educational institution because of the patronage from Government of Sindh. On that occasion, the Vice Chancellor apprised the Chief Minister regarding the issues being faced by the institution as well as the development plans of the university. The Chief Minister assured the Vice Chancellor of his full support for resolution of those issues.
On that occasion, the Vice Chancellor presented his book "Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah: Education, Struggle & Achievements" to the Chief Minister.
10 September 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University organized a wonderful Annual Function in connection with 133rd Foundation Day of this great institution at a local hotel on Saturday evening. Various groups of students of SMIU presented cultural shows depicting cultures of different countries particularly those which they have visited as a part of SMIU Leadership Program. They presented the popular/folk songs of China, Malaysia, Turkey and UK. They also presented national and Sindhi folk songs including Ho Jamalo.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU gave away awards to about 43 employees of SMIU ranging from highest grades to lowest grades, on their outstanding performance delivered during year 2016-17. Among seven recipients of Order of Excellence Award were Dean Faculty of Information Technology Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Chairperson Department of Media and Communication Studies
Prof. Dr Ambreen Fazal, Chairman Department of Education Mr. Stephen John, Controller of Examination and Admissions Mr. Furqan Iftikhar, Director Finance Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Registrar Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Director HRM Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro and Director Planning and Development Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh. Other thirty six employees of SMIU who received Performance Awards were working in different departments and sections of the university including Quality Enhancement Cell, Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (ORIC), Department of Planning and Development, HRM, Department of Finance, graphic designers, caretakers, security guards, peons and cleaning workers.
Later, in his presidential address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that at the time when Sindh Madressah was founded on 1st September 1885, there was no university and no college in entire Sindh. Even there was no modern school for Muslims of Sindh, which were 75 percent of Sindh's total population. There were only a few schools of Zoroastrian community, Hindu Community and colonial rulers. Also, there were only three matriculate Muslims in Sindh at that time.
Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that, such situation compelled Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi and his friends to establish a modern school for Muslims of Sindh. He said that the first college (D.J Arts College) was established in 1887 just two years after establishment of SMI and first university was set up in April 1947 in Sindh.
"At that time there were only two classes in Sindh as Zamindar (landlord) class and Hari (peasant) class. There was no middle class in Sindh. That is why, the absolute Muslim majority of Sindh was deprived of their basic rights, because landlords were not interested in education of the poor population," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that in later days when a middle class person attained a some social position, he took a mission to educate young generation of Sindh by establishing a modern institution-Sindh Madressatul Islam.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that in later days this institution produced great leaders including founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who led the nation for their Independence and created a new country-Pakistan. He said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had a great love and reverence for his Alma-Mater, that is why he had bequeathed one third of his personal property to SMI in 1939 through his Last Will and had inaugurated "Sindh Madressah College" in 1943.
Talking on the present status of the institution, Dr Shaikh said that today this great institution is working as a university and imparts quality education to the young generation as continuity of its great traditions set during the last 132 years. The Vice Chancellor also congratulated the entire nation on the 133rd celebration of Alma-Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other prominent persons.
The program was followed by performance of well-known young mystic singer Sanam Marvi. She sung poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Baba Bulleh Shah, Faiz Ahmed Faiz and other prominent poets of the country. The program was attended by vice chancellors of different universities, senior state officers, academics, faculty and students of SMIU in a large number.
8 September 2017
The 5th meeting of the Academic Council of Sindh Madressatul Islam University was held on Friday at the Senate Hall of the university. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU chaired the meeting. In the meeting minutes of 4th meeting of the Academic Council of SMIU were approved. The matters related to academic departments and research were discussed and resolved. Research Policy of the University was also approved in the meeting and it was decided that the research work would be encouraged by giving incentives to the researchers of the University.
Dean Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, chairpersons and other members of the Academic Council attended the meeting.
7 September 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that during the last 133 years the SMIU has not only upheld its historic character but it has progressed in many areas, which has made it different from other institutions of the country. He said this while addressing the Orientation Day, organized by the University for newly admitted students in BS and MS programs for Fall 2017, at SMIU's auditorium.
While welcoming the newly enrolled students at SMIU, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that they have many privileges over here at SMIU. They are studying in the Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, which is enlightened in its nature and practice. Also, it is oldest institution of the sub-continent that produced a large number of freedom fighters for creation of Pakistan. SMIU also provides modern facilities and opportunities to its students for their professional grooming including scholarships, trainings and visits of the national institutions and other countries like UK, Turkey, China and Malaysia, under its Leadership Program. "Out of 1500 students only 263 students have succeeded to get admission at SMIU through a merit based selection process," the Vice Chancellor said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Sindh Madressah University believes in professional grooming of its students with the help of its highly qualified faculty and also it encourages them to nurture their hidden talent by participating in various activities organized by the university on different times. He stressed upon the students to strictly follow discipline and rules and regulations of the university, respect teachers, staff members and fellow students, concentrate on learning and participate in co-curricular activities, that will give them confidence and improve their leadership skills.
Earlier, deans of various faculties, chairperson and heads of different departments introduced their departments through presentations. In the last the students visited various departments of university in groups. A documentary on "Past, Present and Future of SMIU" was also screened on the occasion.
5 September 2017
It is to inform you that orientation of Fall 2017 will be held on6th September 2017into two shifts.
First shift: All Undergraduate students (BBA, BS)
Reporting Time:09:30 amsharp
Venue: Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, SMI University
Second Shift: All Graduate students (MBA and MS)
Reporting Time:02:00 pm sharp
Venue: Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, SMI University.
for any further query, please contact with admissions department.
29 August 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that SMIU is setting up Primary School, Vocational Institute and Women Resource Center at SMIU's Malir Campus to empower local community of Malir district including Darsano Chhano and Gadap town of Karachi city. He said this while inspecting ongoing construction work of two storey building of Primary School, Vocational Institute and Women Resource Centre at SMIU's Malir Campus.
In addition to that, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that in the second phase the Department of Environmental Science would also be set up over here at SMIU's Malir Campus, because this area is most suitable for research work on environment. "Our main objective is to empower local community by providing them quality primary, technical and vocational education. Also, we want to help the local women to utilize their skills for their better life by providing them best learning and technical facilities," Dr Shaikh said and added that the Vocational School would be comprised of four technical components including plumbing, general electrical, mobile repairing and Television Mechanic.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that we should follow the path of community service of late Dr Ruth Pfau, who had left her country and dedicated her entire life to serve the people of Pakistan.
On the occasion the Vice Chancellor of SMIU directed the concerned departments of the University, who are engaged in the development work over here at Malir Campus of SMIU, to expedite the construction work and to chalk out a comprehensive plan, under which modern and quality education along with latest facilities should be provided to students at SMIU's above mentioned school and centers.
The registrar, Director Planning and Development, Director Finance, Deans of various faculties and other administrative staff of SMIU was also present there.
14 August 2017
The Alma-Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah organized variety of programs to celebrate the 71st Foundation Day of Pakistan in its premises. The feelings of proud and success were visible from faces of students of the university,SMIU Model School, faculty and staff members of the institution.
The first event was Flag Hoisting Ceremony, that was held at the ground of the SMIU at 9.00 pm, which was performed by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU. A large number of students, faculty and staff members attended it. Here while congratulating the participants and people of Pakistan, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that, it is a greatest day for people of Pakistan as on this day, 70 years ago, they had achieved their Independence and separate homeland named Pakistan.
The second program was held in the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, which was organized by various societies of SMIU and chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh. On the occasion SMIU's students presented speeches, national songs, skits and culture shows, representing all provinces of the country. It was a great show of talent of SMIU's students who claimed true heirs of the greatest alumnus of this institution Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
The third event was organized by the students of SMIU Model School in the same auditorium. The little angels of the school were clad in green shirts and carrying national flags in their hands. They also presented thought provoking speeches, dramas, national songs and other items that reflected the stories of the struggle of Pakistan.
In his speech Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU talked on the main reasons of creation of Pakistan with reference to the ideals of founder of the country Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah in detail and said that throughout the Independence Movement Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had never uttered a single word of hate against his political opponents including Gandhi and Nehru, but he always advocated for the rights of Muslims of undivided India and then creation of Pakistan in more civilized language and in peaceful manner. "Even he had felt deep pain on the events of massacre during the partition, because he was not in its favor at any cost," Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said and added that the massacre of Muslims, Hindus and Sikhs was due to planned mismanagement of the then British rulers of India. If they had wanted, they had saved lives of one million people who were killed and 10 million people who were uprooted from their abodes during the separation.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that on this stage when Pakistan is completing 70 years of its Independence we should think about the next 70 years of the country and must work on the ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, which was based on better law and order situation in the country, eradication of corruption, favoritism, nepotism, black marketing and equal rights for all citizens of the country including minorities and women.
"One can gauge the high reverence and importance of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah for women that firstly his wifeRattanbai was accompanied with him in his most social gatherings and after her demise, his sister Miss Fatima Jinnah was attending most political and social activities along with him," Dr Shaikh said and added that it was ironic that we could not see wives or other women relatives of Gandhi and Nehru participating in political activities along with them, but Mr. Jinnah was believing in equal participation of women in the politics also.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh stressed upon the students of SMIU that they must forward the legacy of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah as his custodian, because Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was also used to sit and read in the classrooms, in which you (SMIU's students) are sitting and reading today. So, it is SMIU's students' prime duty and responsibility to make the Pakistan strong, prosperous, tolerate and peaceful in the coming 70 years.
Dean Dr. Zahid Ali Channar, Dean Dr Syed Asif Ali, Registrar Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Director Finance Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Principal SMIU Model School Ms. Nabila Kanwal and others also addressed the celebration program.
30 July 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) held an entry test for Fall 207 at a local hotel in two shifts in a local hotel , where a large number of candidates gave the test for different disciplines of the university including Department of Business Administration, Commerce and Management Science, Computer Science, Media Studies and Communication, Environment Science and Education. Out of fifteen hundred students, who had applied Online for the admission for two hundred seats in all departments, nine hundred fifty students had submitted their forms along with required fees, and these students also gave test conducted by the university.
The candidates had come from all parts of Sindh, because SMIU offers admissions on open merit.
While talking before and after the test, some candidates said that they are aspirant to get admission in this historic institution that not only provides a quality education at its campus on low fees, but provides opportunities of world visits.
It is important to note here that SMIU had received university status in February 2012 and the classes of first batch had started form January 2013 and its first convocation was held this year in the month of February. Now, SMIU is ranked among the best universities of the country, which had also established its academic contacts and signed MoUs with various noted educational organizations and universities including China, UK, Turkey, Malaysia and other countries.
27 July 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has announced that the entry test for admissions in Fall-2017 at the university will be held on tomorrow Saturday, 29 July, 2017 in two shifts.
First test will be held at 9:00am and second test shall be held at 12:00noon. The candidates will appear in the test for BS and MS programs of all five departments of the university.
The admission office of the university has advised the candidates to report at the venue of the test before 9am and 12noon along with their original admit cards.
24 July 2017
Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, has left for Turkey on Monday, on invitation of the President of Turkish Council of Higher Education, to attend the forum of Vice Chancellors of the Islamic World at Ankara, Turkey. The Forum is to be opened by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey at Presidential Complex on Wednesday, 26th July 2017.
Dr. Shaikh has been extended invitation by the Turkish Council of Hihger Education in view of SMI University's historic ties with Turkey. It may be noted that the founder of Sindh Madressatul Islam, Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, had been bestowed two highest Turkish titles i.e. "Effendi" and "Bey Majidi" by Turkish Government in 1880s in recognition of services rendered by him towards the people of Turkey in wake of Turkey-Russia war. Khan Bahadur Effendi also severed as an honorary consul of Turkey in Karachi till his death in 1895.
The moot of the Vice Chancellors is being attended by heads of the leading universities from all over the Muslim world and aims at establishing ties amongst the seats of higher learning.
21 July 2017
It was a great achievement that this great institution was transformed from a typical public sector school to a world class university within last 23 years. This was said by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) while referring 23 years of his service at this historic institution as a its head, in a meeting of senior management and deans of the university, held at a Committee Room of SMIU on Friday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that when he had joined Sindh Madressatul Islam 23 years ago on 21 July 1994, the conditions of SMI were miserable. "Even there was no drinking water available at SMI, hence the students were used to go outside to get drinking water from there," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, who had transformed the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other heroes of the country into a most modern higher education institution, maintained that the last 23 years of his stint as a head of the institution were challenging for him, because, being the mother institute of the country, it was needed full concern, devotion, commitment, honesty and loyalty, and he, with the support of dedicated team of teachers and staff members, firstly stabled the school, then opened girls' secondary section, college section, replaced old typewriters with modern computers, restored grandeur of old its buildings, improved academic standard and provided all necessary facilities to the students, teachers and staff members.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that as it was the vision of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and SMI's founder Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi to elevate this institution to the level of a university, hence he worked day and night to get the dream of the great Muslim educational leaders come true. Ultimately, SMI received university status in 2012. Now, it is counted among a few modern and quality higher educational institutions of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that, destiny of the SMIU doesn't ends at its university status, but it has to become one of the best universities of the world in near future. In this regard the SMIU has planned several schemes to further improve academic standard, quality of teaching and academic environment at the campus.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that today (Friday) was the last day for submission of admission forms by the students for Fall 2017, and about 1500 students have submitted Online forms against 200 available seats in its five departments. So, one can judge from this example that SMIU is getting more importance day by day due to its quality of education and conducive atmosphere.
On this occasion Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Registrar of SMIU highlighted the services of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh rendered for SMIU and said that under his leadership SMIU has emerged as most important university of Pakistan. "Dr Shaikh has given a new birth to this great institution," he concluded.
18 July 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has announced that the registration for admissions at SMIU will end on Friday, July 21, 2017. The SMIU is offering admissions in BS and MS programs for Fall 2017, in its five departments i.e. Department of Business Administration, Commerce and Management, Department of Computer Science, Department of the Media Studies and Communication, Department of Education and Department of Environmental Science.
It has been further said that the registrations forms can be filled and submitted through Online on university's website www.smiu.edu.pk, or that can be received from Admission Office Help Desk of SMIU on working days from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Entry test will be held on 29th July at the premises of SMIU. Result of the test will be announced on 4th August. Then the interviews of the successful candidates will be conducted. Orientation Day will be held on 6th September and classes will be commenced from 7th September.
5 July 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has announced that the admissions for Fall 2017 are continue in BS and MS programs in five departments of university i.e. Department of Business Administration, Commerce and Management, Department of Computer Science, Department of the Media Studies and Communication, Department of Education and Department of Environmental Science.
Admissions will continue up to July 21, 2017. The registrations forms can be filled and submitted through Online on university's websitewww.smiu.edu.pk, or that can be received from Admission Office Help Desk of SMIU on working days from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Entry test will be held on 29th July at the premises of SMIU. Result of the test will be announced on 4th August. Then the interviews of the successful candidates will be conducted. Orientation Day will be held on 6th September and classes will be commenced from 7th September.
To facilitate SMIU students, last date for submission of fee for Fall 2017 semester is extended till June 30, 2017. All students are advised to deposit their fee by the given due date. There will be no further extension in fee submission date and Rs. 100/= per day will be charged against late fee submission.
9 June 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the federal government has approved project of SMIU's new campus that will be built in the Education City of Karachi. For that development project the government has approved more than one billion rupees. Out of the said amount, Rs150 million will be given to SMIU during ensuing fiscal year. He said this while briefing the media about SMIU's Admission Policy at a local hotel.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU is going to open SMIU Model School's branch in the Education City, within premises of SMIU's Malir Campus, from August 2017. "SMIU wants to provide quality and modern education to poor children of rural settlements of Malir, Karachi, because this institute was basically established for poor children of Sindh in 1885 and even today, the new generation needs same quality and modern education.
The Vice Chancellor further said that two new academic departments i.e. Department of English Language and Department of Development Studies will be added to SMIU sooner. The Department of Development Studies will mainly focus on CPEC. "SMIU has emerged as one of the best seats of learning of the country. That is why; the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan has given its highest "W" category to Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) of SMIU on its performance for two consequent years. Similarly, HEC has also recognized SMIU's Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC).
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU has established collaborations and signed MoUs with national and international universities and educational organizations of China, UK, Turkey and Malaysia. Under these agreements, SMIU's 21 students have completed their internship programs in China.
Talking about the enrollment of students at SMIU, he said that the enrollment is increasing every year. Last year 1997 students had applied for admission and only 650 students succeeded to get admission through a transparent admission process. "We want to provide quality education with national and international exposure to our students, which lacks in most public sector universities of the country," Dr Shaikh said. He also informed the audience that about 25 percent of total strength of SMIU's students get scholarships.
Earlier, Mr. Furqan Iftikhar, Director Admissions and Controller of Examinations briefed the audience about admissions at SMIU through presentation. He informed that the admissions for Fall 2017 shall start from July 2, 2017 and continue till 21 July. He said that admissions are given on purely merit basis.
On the occasion Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean, faculty of Information Technology, Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Registrar, Ms. Ambreen Barwani, In charge QEC, Ms. Quratulain, Manager University-Industry Linkages and Ms. Nabila Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School also spoke. Question- Answer session was also held on the occasion.
26 May 2017
Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that he takes pride in the fact that he is a descendent of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, and Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto, the Founder of this illustrious institution and one of its finest students who dedicated his life to the fight for Pakistan. Today as he stands here, at the threshold of one of the oldest institutions of modern knowledge in the Subcontinent, he is both humbled and filled with pride.
Addressing the students and faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university on Friday, he said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is the institution that educated some of the most renowned soldiers, dedicated educationalists, fine jurists and visionary leaders who went on to change the course of history of this nation and its people. And not only that, but changed the very map of the world. For the Quaid-e-Azam, Mohammad Ali Jinnah himself studied at this campus, in addition to other luminaries including Sir Abdullah Haroon, Sir Ghulam Hussain Hidayatullah, Khan Bahadur Mohammad Ayub Khuhro, and Shaikh Abdul Majid Sindhi, just to name a few.
Talking about the students of SMIU he said that seeing all these bright eyed young people who are currently pursuing their quest for quality higher education gives him renewed hope for a modern and prosperous Pakistan that can compete with bright minds anywhere in the world whilst simultaneously retaining pride in its own history and culture.
He was of the view that the establishment of SMI University in 2012 was in accordance with the Pakistan Peoples Party's vision towards improved higher education opportunities for Pakistan's youth through institutions that would open new doors for research based knowledge building, coupled with opportunities to practice their new found skills and knowledge before applying them to the real world. "An educated nation is a progressive nation.
Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that he applauds the efforts of the Vice Chancellor, Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, for creating a learning environment conducive to the growth and development of its students, the teachers for providing an opportunity to share their knowledge and experiences with our future generations, and the students themselves dedicated to honing their minds and practical skills, which will serve to bring Pakistan at par with other developed and modern nations.
Talking about the role of teachers he said that today role of educator is more important than any other time in Pakistan's history. As we fight against an extremist mindset within and outside our borders, it is up to our teachers to imbue into their students the true ideals of tolerance.
In the end Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that all the young people to go forth and conquer the world with their knowledge, ideas and vision for the future of this nation with bravely, as upright human beings and as dedicated Pakistanis.
The Chief Minister further said that the Sindh government is committed to improve quality, access, equality and governance in the education which will help in accelerating the implementation of the Sindh Compulsory and Free Education Act.
Talking on the SMIU, Syed Murad Ali Shah said that SMIU is no stranger to prodigious achievers in its midst, having educated the likes of the Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto and Sir Abdullah Haroon to name a few. He said that he is sure that with a history such as this and having embraced the provision of quality education along with imparting practical knowledge to its students, the institution is all geared up for producing new legends who will make us all proud of their success.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his speech welcomed Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, Vice Chancellors of various universities of Sindh and other guests. In his presentation Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh talked on history, association of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and Bhutto family with Sindh Madressatul Islam University. He also briefed about the period in which this institute was reduced to an ordinary school and defaced by construction of shops around it on its areas.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh advised the Sindh government to name the Education City Karachi after Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, who had introduced modern education in Sindh by establishment of Sindh Madressah, in the end of 19th century.
Later on, Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari inaugurated the Senate Hall of SMIU, then presided a meeting of vice chancellors of various universities of Sindh. Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, members of his cabinet, members of statutory bodies of SMIU and senior faculty and officials of SMIU also attended it. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU briefed the meeting about higher education in Sindh.
During the interactive session all the vice chancellors talked about the issues of their universities and gave some suggestions. Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah assured the heads of the universities that the problems of the universities and their employees will be resolved on priority basis.
Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in his remarks said that he is giving priority to the higher education, and the provincial government of his party is taking measures to improve quality of education in all parts of Sindh from rural to urban areas. He also said that he himself considers higher education more important for the nation building.
The vice chancellors and heads of higher educational institutes who attended the meeting were, Dr. Muhammad Ajmal Khan, Vice Chancellor Karachi University, Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodhi, Vice Chancellor, NED University, Prof. Nisar Ahmed Siddiqui, Director, IBA, Sukkur, Dr. Farrukh Iqbal, Director, IBA, Karachi, Dr. Noshad Shaikh, Vice Chancellor, LUMHS, Jamshoro, Dr. Syed Muhammad Tariq Rafi, Vice Chancellor, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Dr. Abdul Karim Baloch, Vice Chancellor, QUEST, Nawabshah, Prof. Ghulam Asghar Channa, Vice Chancellor, SMBBMU, Larkana, Prof. Dr. Akhtar Baloch, Vice Chancellor, BBSU, Lyari, Karachi, Prof. Dr. Faizullah Abbasi, Vice Chancellor, Dawood University, Karachi, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Aslam Uqaili, Vice Chancellor, (MUET), Jamshoro, Dr. Mujeebuddin Memon Vice Chancellor, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, Dr. Azam Hussain Yousfani, Vice Chancellor, PUMHS, Benazirabad, Ms. Shahnaz Wazir Ali, Acting President, ZABSIT, Mr. Wajeeh Uddin Ahmed, Chancellor, Jinnah University for Women, Karachi, Prof. Muhammad Rais Alvi, Director, KASB Institute of Technology, Karachi, Dr. Hakeem Abdul Hannan, Vice Chancellor, Hamdard University, Karachi and Mr. Hunaid Lakhani, Chancellor, Iqra University, Karachi.
On this occasion, Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari visited Jinnah museum and took keen interest in the relics of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Hassanally Effendi and other alumni of SMIU.
24 May 2017
Research scholars and academicians have emphasized on research work in the country and suggested to the government that it must give priority to research work to make the country economical vibrant, socially progressed and educationally rich. They said this while addressing the inaugural session of the 1st National Research Conference on Management, Leadership and Entrepreneurship, organized by the Department of Business Administration of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Wednesday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his inaugural speech said that despite having huge resources in the country, we have not progressed much more in research work in all areas of life including science, technology, management, leadership and entrepreneurship.
"In the colonial era, there were fewer resources and technical and other facilities, but we got best railway system, local bodies system, education system and other civic facilities. On the contrary, the country has less progressed today, when we have more resources and educated manpower," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that it's a need of the day, that we should produce dynamic leadership in all fields of the society, improve management system and encourage people to become entrepreneurs.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU advised the young research scholars of Sindh Madressatul Islam University to take research work on priority basis and the university will fully support them in this respect. He also said that SMIU is publishing research journals of international standard that shows SMIU's preference being given to the research.
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Rais Alvi, Director KASBIT, in his keynote address said that SMIU has taken a good initiative to encourage research in the country by organizing research conference. He was of the view that he gives first priority to entrepreneurship as this sector generates job opportunities for people of the country. He also talked on importance of business in the present day world.
Prof. Dr. Abuzar Wajidi, Director Institute of Health & Business Management, Jinnah Sindh Medical University said that the concept of management has been changed today. Now it is said that don't think globally, but act globally.
Prof. Dr Aurangzeb of SMIU in his speech said that this is the era of collaboration and not of the competition. He said the role of leadership has changed in the present day world. Also this is the age, where while believing in unified thinking one has to accept diversity also.
Earlier Prof Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dean, faculty of Business Administration welcomed the guests and said that the basic objective of organizing this conference is to promote research culture in the country.
11 May 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Pakistan and Chinahave five thousand years old relationship through their civilizations which were Indus Valley Civilization and Yellow River Civilization. Now the friendship of these two countries has gotten more strength by jointly working on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). He said this while addressing the program organized by SMIU in the honor of 5-member delegation of SMIU's partner university - Hainan Tropical Ocean University (HTOU), China, at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, on Thursday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that China's One Belt One Road project is a game changer in the world, which will connect 65 countries of the world. CPEC is a part of that grand Chinese project, which will connect Pakistan with the world. Thus, it will also change the destiny of people of Pakistan economically and socially. Therefore, youth especially students of Pakistan must prepare themselves to get jobs and avail other opportunities, that will come out from the CPEC in coming five to ten years.
"Participation of educated youth of Pakistan in this over fifty billion dollars project will change not only lives of individuals but also of the nation," Dr Shaikh said and added that universities of Pakistan should educate and train their students according to the needs of the CPEC. He emphasized on 'people to people contact' and collaboration and cooperation between universities of China and Pakistan.
Talking on the hurdles coming in the way of 'people to people contact' of both the countries Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Pakistani people must learn Chinese language and improve their technical and job related skills and Chinese people should learn Urdu and other languages, which are our national languages. In this regard SMIU's Vice Chancellor offered his support to provide language learning opportunity to the students of HTOU. He said that 21 students of SMIU had participated in one month long internship at HTOU in China recently. He further suggested that both the universities should provide education to their students for at least one semester.
Ms Liu Xuan, Professor, School of Marine Information Engineering, Hainan Tropical Ocean University, who was also leader of the delegation, in her speech said that there is a long history of China and Pakistan friendship. Although there is a long distance between these two countries, but our hearts are close to each other. Ms Liu Xuan said that SMIU and HTOU have established a good relationship, which will become stronger in future and provide a bridge between two countries through their students and faculty. She said that it will be an honor for them to provide required support to the students of SMIU at HTOU in coming days. She invited SMIU's students and faculty to visit HTOU and SanyanCity, which is one of the beautiful cities of China.
On this occasion question-answer session was also held and souvenirs were exchanged. Prior to it, documentaries of SMIU and HTOU were screened at the auditorium.
10 May 2017
Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) has allowed Sindh Madressatul Islam University to start PhD programs at the University by issuing No Objection Certificate (NOC).
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, while congratulating faculty and staff members of the university has said that HEC's decision to permit SMIU to start PhD programs along with ongoing under graduate and graduate programs, shows its trust on the quality education of Sindh Madressatul Islam University. He also congratulated Prof Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean, faculty of Information Technology, on his efforts taken in this regard.
10 May 2017
Students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Department of Business Administration organized the "Leadership Day" by displaying posters of world leaders, belonging to the fields of politics, science, technology, philosophy, humanity, social work, business, education and human rights. The exhibition was held in the premises of SMIU, on Wednesday, which was attended by a large number of students, faculty and staff members. Posters were carrying pictures, brief introduction and major contribution of the leaders, leadership styles, and their goal oriented quotations.
The uniqueness of the exhibition was that, all the 32 students of the department who had studies life and struggle of the leader of his/her choice were present in get up of the chosen leader. Amongst them, SMIU's student Abdullah appeared in get up of Allama Iqbal, Minna was standing in get up of Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah, Junaid performed the role of Liaquat Ali Khan, Mahnoor was in get up of Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, Naushad and Misbah were seemed as the true picture of Abdul Sattar Edhi, Noor ul Wahab performed the role of Khan Abdul Wali Khan, Hayan and Bilal were in get up of Abraham Lincoln, Wajeeha was in the style of Hillary Clinton, Naeem and Muzaamil were looked like Cuban leader Fidel Castro and Maaz and Shafiullah were in get up of Jack Dorsey, CEO Twitter.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU appreciated the activity and said that the main objective of the education is to produce leaders of each and every field of the country. Because they have to lead the country and the nation in future and SMIU is working on it by organizing various leadership programs under the "SMIU Leadership Program".
The students who participated in the event said that they have chosen the roles of successful world leaders, to reintroduce them with other students of SMIU. They also said that these all leaders were role models for young generations of their respective countries; hence, we have tried to highlight their thoughts, roles, struggle and achievements.
5 May 2017
The services of former Dean, Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce of Sindh Madressatul Islam University were highlighted at a program, which was held jointly in the honor of Dr Aurangzeb and newly appointed Dean of the above mentioned Faculty Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar. Dr Aurangzeb has completed his three year tenure of the Dean, Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce, while Dr Channar has been appointed new Dean of the said faculty by Governor Sindh, who is also chancellor of the university for the same period.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his presidential address said that Dr Aurangzeb was a man of commitment and hardworking. He fulfilled all those responsibilities given to him time to time. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Dr Aurangzeb had also laid the foundation stone of the said faculty with sincere commitment.
Talking about Prof. Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he is a thorough gentlemen and highly qualified and experienced person, so it is hopped that he will work for progress and development of the Faculty and also for SindhMadressatul Islam University with more vigor and sprit.
Earlier Dr Aurangzeb, Dr Zahid Ali Channar, Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Prof. Dr Amber Fazal, Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio and Dr Stephen John also spoke.
The program was attended by faculty and senior staff of the university in a large number.
5 May 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the basic role of universities was creation of knowledge, agent of change in the society and producing quality manpower. Therefore, only universities are a unique place, where a bunch of scholars, researchers and intellectually rich persons exist.
He said this while addressing an online seminar, organized by Quality Enhancement Cell of SMIU on "Strategic Goals for Pakistani Higher Education Institutions -Experience of Past, Present and Future" at Junagarh Hall of the university. The seminar was attended by Garrison College University, Lahore, University of Sarghodha, Fatima Jinnah University, Rawalpindi, Indus University, Karachi, Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto University, Liyari, and the Higher Education Commission's regional office, Karachi. The question - answer session was also held on the occasion.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the role of the universities is to create knowledge, but they must work beyond their existing knowledge. He said that those countries, where the number of universities is small, they produce more labor class, like African countries. In 1988, there were only 22 universities in the entire Pakistan, but now around 180 public and private sector universities are in the country. Amongst these universities, public sector universities are in large number, but the country is still for behind in world ranking of universities.
Dr Shaikh said that the public sector universities are offering different programs related to different fields of life, while private universities are focusing only on those degree awarding programs, that may become source of money earning.
4 May 2017
Major General Mohammad Saeed, Director General of Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam gave us founder of the country Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, for that the entire nation including the Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) are thankful to this institution. He said he had no words to express his feelings about it.
Addressing the students and faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islam University at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Thursday, he said that Hassanally Effendi had established this institution for people of Sindh with a commitment. Therefore, we must thank this great person.
Major General Mohammad Saeed said at that time there was no communication facilities available over here and Hassanally Effendi lacked financial sources also, but he established Sindh Madaressah within a shortest period of three years. Similarly, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan had earlier established Mohammedan Anglo Oriental College through lots of difficulties. But his Aligarh Movement then played a significant role in Muslim education.
The DG of Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) further said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah used to work in most efficient manner. After creation of Pakistan on 14th August 1947 and onward, he used to work for about 20 hours daily, because he was a committed person.
He said that universities and educational institutions are power houses that can bring positive change in the society and in the country. Therefore, students have to play their role in spreading consciousness among their parents, relatives and friends about peaceful culture in the society. They also must say No to violent elements, who have destroyed at least two generations of the city in last 40 years.
Major General Mohammad Saeed said that the Pakistan Rangers has restored peace in the city, but the educational institutions, citizens, civil society and communities have to fulfill their responsibilities also for durable peace in the city by showing sense of belonging to it. He suggested the students to launch a social movement for betterment and creation of peaceful environment in Karachi, that will be a great favor to the city and it will also make a difference in the country. "No one other than you can bring change in the city; the youth have to take the lead in this respect," he said. The DG of Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) said that Vice Chancellor of SMIU had done wonderful job at Sindh Madressatul Islam University since 1994.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU thanked Major General Mohammad Saeed, Director General of Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) for visiting SMIU and addressing its students and faculty. He said that the Pakistan Rangers has restored peace in the city in collaboration with police and other law enforcing agencies and the dark night of terror has come to an end now. He said that the universities should work for tolerance and co-existence. In this way the country will defeat extremism.
3 May 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University called on Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party on Wednesday at Bilawal House. During the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented his books to him, which he has authored on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi and Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh briefed Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari about the historic role of the SMIU and its deep association with his family. Dr Shaikh said that Mr. Asif Ali Zardari's great great grandfather Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi had founded SMI 132 years ago and his great great grandfather Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto had received his early education from this institution.
He also said that his grandfather Mr. Zulfikar Ali Bhutto had remained on the faculty of SMI's constitute college, for some time.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that during her visit to SMI in 1999 Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto had promised that when her party will come in the power, SMI will be elevated to the level of university and such promise was fulfilled by Mr. Asif Ali Zardari, when he was president of Pakistan, by announcing university status for the Institute in May 2010. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the Sindh Government has always extended its full support to SMIU.
On this occasion Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari appreciated the role of this historic institution played for creation of Pakistan and also development of the country through its alumni. He said that Sindh Madressatul Islam has produced great leaders of the country including Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto and others. That is why it is considered as a national heritage of Pakistan. Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also offered his full support for progress and development of the university. He said that the country needs qualitative higher education for its progress and development.
3 May 2017
The Governor Sindh, who is also the Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, has appointed Prof. Dr. Zahid Ali Channar as Dean, Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, for period of three years. In this respect the notification was issued on May 2, 2017.
Presently, Prof. Dr Channar was serving at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi; as chairperson, Department of Business Administration. Prior to SMIU, he had remained Dean, Institute of Business & Technology, Karachi, Assistant Professor at ISRA University and Assistant Professor at SZABIST.
Prof. Dr Channar had earned PhD in Management Sciences on HEC scholarship. Also he had received training from The Miller college of Business & the Center for International Development, Ball State University, USA, in association with the US State Department in Research, Business Incubation, Career Development, and Entrepreneurship & TAFTALI Center for Capital Markets.
He has supervised research dissertations of diverse nature in the domains of Management, human resource management, finance, marketing and economics in different universities. Dr Channar has 22 research papers on his credit, published in HEC recognized journals. He has also produced 20 M.Phils in different domains of Management Sciences. Besides he has presented seven research papers in the national and international conferences.
On the other hand, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has congratulated Dr Zahid Ali Channar on his appointment as Dean, Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce of SMIU and hopped that he will contribute his knowledge and experience towards the betterment of SMIU with sprit and enthusiasm.
2 May 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the development of students is a development of the nation; therefore the students who have received free laptops must use them for their intellectual development and educational purpose. Addressing the distribution ceremony of Prime Minister's Laptop Scheme-Phase III, at the auditorium of SMIU on Tuesday, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the Government is providing laptops and books to young generation of the country free of cost, because they want that their young generation be well educated.
Dr Shaikh emphasized the students that they must understand that the laptops which they are receiving free of cost, come from the direct and indirect taxes, paid by the common people including beggars, laborers, peasants and other low income persons through sales tax, therefore, they have to use these computers for their constructive academic development, not for entertainment.
Talking about the SMIU, the Vice Chancellor said that SMIU has always strived to provide quality education with the latest facilities to its students. "SMIU is among a few public sector universities of the country that have modern IT facilities for its students," Dr Shaikh said and added that SMIU has always made the system of continuous development at the campus. That is why it is always considered a modern institution.
Later, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and others distributed laptops among 130 students of SMIU.
28 April 2017
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the Higher Commission of Pakistan (HEC) is doing great work since its foundation.
Addressing at the Certificate Distribution Ceremony held at SMIU; Junagadh Hall, on Friday, after completion of 5-days Teachers' Training Workshop under the HEC's Program- Transforming English Language Skills (TELS), Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh hopped that the teachers of SMIU, who have received qualitative training, will work for quality education at SMIU with more enthusiasm.
Mr. Fida Hussain, Director General of Learning Innovation Division of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) said that the HEC Pakistan will continue its support and collaboration with Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) in respect of training to its faculty and providing other assistance for its smooth working.
Extending his support to SMIU on behalf of HEC Chairman, Mr. Fida Hussain said that the HEC has also planned some specific training programs in the field of research and academic development for SMIU. Besides it, whatsoever this great institution will need, such help will be provided to it. "The majority of SMIU's faculty is comprised of youth, which shows ability of its Vice Chancellor who has brought these energetic and highly qualified young persons to SMIU," the Director HEC said.
Earlier, Dr. Zahid Channar, Dean Department of Business Administration welcomed the guest. In the end chief guest Mr. Fida Hussain distributed certificates among 30 teachers and Course Coordinators. Regional Director of HEC Sindh, Mr. Javed Memon was also present on the occasion.
24 April 2017
The Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission Pakistan (HEC)'s Learning Innovation Division, conducted training workshop for its faculty at Quaid Azam Conference Hall, of SMIU, on Monday.
It is five days comprehensive course on "English as a Second Language" under Transforming English Language Skills (TELS) training program 2017.
The participants benefited from the rich learning experience of the first day of training which comprised of sessions on academic planning, management, assessment, evaluation, and communication skills.
The main objective of TELS is to provide ability to communicate with the language itself and create connections with a wider range as well as helpful to maintain academic integrity in their work.
Through this training program participants will learn and improve their Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing Skills and also develop and extend literacy skills and prepare with a variety of ideas to teach effectively.
Training program will also create balance of receptive (reading, listening) and productive (speaking, writing) skills developed through communicative classes and self‐study / evaluation. The training is designed to provide a more stimulating and rewarding experience for students and trainees as well.
Ms. Uzma Batool, Deputy Director HRM and Course Coordinator of TELS training program, welcomed the participants and thanked them for their presence.
17 April 2017
The Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has decided that the SMIU will strengthen its academic partnership with the universities of China, Turkey and Malaysia. Turkey should be given preference due to deep association of its founder Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi with it. Furthermore, the SMIU will establish its academic relations with the universities of Europe also.
This decision was taken in the 13th meeting of Syndicate of SMIU, which was held at Committee Room of the university on Monday. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU chaired the meeting. The members, who attended it, were Mr. Salman Farooqui, Federal Ombudsman, Justice (retd.) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan, former Chief Justice of Shariat Court, Justice (retd.) Deedar Hussain Shah, former judge of Supreme Court of Pakistan, Mr. Ghous Bux Mahar, nominee of National Assembly of Pakistan, Mr. Rahim Bux Channa, nominee of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Mrs. Aziz Fatima Mughal, Additional Secretary, Department of Education, Government of Sindh, Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean Information Technology, SMIU, Dr Naila Rozi, Associate Professor of SMIU, Dr. Ambreen Fazal, Assistant Professor, Mr. Asif Hussain Samo, Lecture of SMIU and Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Registrar of SMIU.
After evaluating SMIU's Leadership Program, the Syndicate decided that it should be continued for more three years and England, Malaysia and European countries should be included in its International Leadership Program. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU briefed the meeting about the recent visit of SMIU's students, faculty and staff members to Turkey.
The Syndicate said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University should organize an international conference on 70 years of Pakistan, in which a special study should be conducted on China's role in Pakistan's economic development.
SMIU's Syndicate nominated two new members for the Selection Board of SMIU. Among these was Justice (retd.) Sarmad Jalal Usmani, former judge of Supreme Court of Pakistan and Mr. Sharif Baloch, former Education Secretary of Sindh. On this occasion the Syndicate appreciated services of its former two members: Justice (retd.) Hamid Ali Mirza and Mr. A. W. Qazi, rendered for SMIU.
The meeting was informed that four years ago this newly established university had started its new journey with 112 students; today the number of students has reached to 2000. Thus, university needs more academic accommodation for the students. In this regard the Syndicate authorized Vice Chancellor of SMIU to see the options and take appropriate decision.
The Syndicate also appreciated SMIU's performance on receiving highest "W" category for its QEC, from Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. They also congratulated Vice Chancellor, faculty and students of SMIU on successfully organizing first Convocation of SMIU on 18th February 2017, which was presided by President of Pakistan and was attended by Governor of Sindh as the chief guest. The Syndicate said that Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has worked day and night for development of the university, that is why, today SMIU is considered as one of the best universities of Pakistan.
The Syndicate was informed that SMIU has successfully completed a project on gender equity, which was a sub granted project of USAID, while other international sponsored programs are under process.
10 April 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that education and self sustainability are needed for gender equity in the country. Because 50 percent of our population is out from the job market and sits at home due to lack of education. He said this while addressing the closing ceremony of Gender Equity Program (GEP), a project of SMIU, which completed on Monday with the support of Aurat Foundation and USAID.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that we are living in a class based society, where both the male and female sections of the society are facing lot problems that set their attitudes towards each other.
He further said that Miss Fatima Jinnah, Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, Begum Rana Liaquat Ali Khan and others were among those female leaders, who commanded respect through their education, honesty and abilities," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that even today a large number of women is a part of the development of the country. Therefore, we have to change our mindset about the gender issues. He was of the view that a social evil of Karo Kari is not a women specific custom, but men are being murdered under this custom, and this happens due to lack of education.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU further said that more education in the country will create more awareness and pave the way for gender equity. He said that it is not necessary that a woman must do a job, but at least she must be educated to the level that she may support her family in the needy hours.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh thanked the Aurat Foundation and USAID who supported the GEP at SMIU and hopped that they will also jointly work in the future. He congratulated the organizers of GEP, who successfully conducted this program at SMIU.
Earlier, Mrs. Shaista M. Ali, spouse of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and Gender Issues Specialist in her speech said that the main objective of the GEP was to create awareness among the boys and girls of Sindh Madressatul Islam University through organizing seminars, workshops, sports and other programs. She said that it was a healthy sign of the program at SMIU, where both the, boys and girls were involved in the activities of GAP and successfully spread the message of gender equity among the students.
Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean faculty of Information and Computer Science, Prof. Dr. Zahid Channar, Dean faculty of Business Administration, Ms. Quratul Ain Memon, Deputy Director ORIC and others talked on the gender equity and emphasized on the students to follow the lessons learnt from the GEP, not only at the campus, but at home also.
On that occasion boy and girl students of SMIU also expressed their views about the program and said that they have learnt a lot from it and now they feel change in their thinking and attitude in respect of the gender equity.
Ms. Shahida Hassan Ali, Program Officer of Aurat Foundation also attended the ceremony.
15 March 2017
A group of students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Department of Media Studies and Social Sciences staged a drama on cyber crime at the auditorium of SMIU on Wednesday. They highlighted agony of an innocent girl named Sana (character's name) that was trapped by her classmate Sameer (character's name), who, latter blackmailed her with the help of her pictures, which he had taken earlier.
On this stage her friend comes out forward to help her. Also she encourages Sana to get justice through cyber crime law. At last, the criminal young man was sentenced and fined by the court. The story of the drama left deep impression on minds of audiences that were mostly comprised of students. The drama was seemed a best way to spread awareness specially among the youth about cyber crime being committed against both genders, male and female.
The performance of the students was impressive, specially of girls, police officer, who acted like the Dabung police man, advocates and parents.
The program was organized by SMIU with collaboration of Aurat Foundation and USAID under the Gender Equity Program. The basic objective of the program was to aware young generation about the threat of cyber crime that destroys lives of the people.
On the occasion Prof Dr Aurangzeb, Dean Faculty of Business Administration, in his speech said that there is less awareness about the cyber crime in our society; this is why criminals are playing with the lives of innocent people specially of girls and women. He said that if this sort of crime was not stopped immediately then it will badly damage the nation.
Lecturer of Department of Media Studies and Social Sciences Ms Nausheen Hussain said that with increase of the users of social media, the penetration of cyber crime will also increase. Talking on the types of the crime she said that besides structural cyber crimes there are economical, ideological and personally motivated cyber crimes. She called it new dimension of violence specially against girls and women.
Students of SMIU also delivered speeches on the subject and said that the new generation must act as the responsible citizens and leaders of tomorrow. "This is the age, when they either make or destroy their career," they suggested.
09 March 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has reactivated Endowment Fund after an interval of 84 years. The last person who had generously contributed Rs.5000/- for the endowment fund on August 21, 1933 was Khan Sahib Haji Murad Bukhsh Mari. This historic fact was shared by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in the first meeting of Board of Governors of SMIU's Endowment Fund, which was held at SMIU's Committee Room.
The meeting was attended by the members of BOG Mr. Nauman K. Dar, President of Habib Bank Limited, Mr. Jahangir Siddiqui, founder of JS Bank, Mohtarma Nadira Panjwani, a noted philanthropist, Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Director Finance and Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, Dean of Faculty of Business Administration of SMIU. One more member, Justice (retd) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan, former Chief Justice of Shariat Court of Pakistan, who could not attend the meeting due to being out of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further informed the meeting that the institution's Endowment Fund was firstly created by Sindh Madressah's founder Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi on 1st September 1885, and the first to donate was Justice Amir Ali Syed, the head of the National Mohammedan Association. The Endowment Fund remained activate till late 1930s, then it became dormant due to unknown reasons.
"According to the available record of SMI Sardar Sohabat Khan Khoso had donated Rs.2000, Sardar Abdul Rahim Khan Khoso Rs.1500 and Khan Saheb Adam Khan Rs.1500 on January 21, 1928. Among the other donators were Jam Kamber Khan, who had donated Rs.1000, on April 11, 1928, Nawab Ghaibi Khan Chandio Rs.1500 on April 30, 1928 and Khan Sahib Haji Murad Bakhsh Mari donated Rs.5000 on 21 August 1933," Dr Shaikh said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that after elevation of the institution to the level of university. the Endowment Fund of the university was reactivated with an independent Board of Governors. The Statues of the Endowment Fund were approved by Governor Sindh on recommendation of the Syndicate and Senate of the university in April 2016.
He said that the returns of the Endowment Fund are to be used for granting scholarships to the students and faculty, promotion of research and development and maintenance of historic buildings of the institution. At present, within a short span of about four years, the deposits of the Endowment Fund have grown to the second largest fund after IBA Karachi, amongst the public sector universities of Sindh.
The members of the Endowment Fund appreciated the idea and efforts of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, taken for creating Endowment Fund at SMIU and said that it will benefit the university, its students, faculty and staff members as a whole.
02 March 2017
Ms. Rita Akhtar, Executive Director of the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) has said that US offers about 200 fully funded Fulbright Scholarships to the students of Pakistan in various universities of America, annually. In addition to that, other scholarships under the "Global Undergraduate Program" are also being offered to the students. Therefore, I wish that students and faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islamabad University (SMIU) should avail such opportunities, because SMIU's Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh is also a great supporter of the said programs. She said this while delivering a lecture on Educational Opportunities in USA, at SMIU's auditorium on Thursday.
She said that the lives of thousands of Pakistan's people have been changed by acquiring education from USA. Thus, availing such scholarships is in the best interest of both the countries; America and Pakistan. She was of the view that in the modern world, Pakistan's students must learn soft skills from America for their better career. She revealed that budget of America's four universities is more than the GDP of Germany. Therefore, the USA offers huge educational opportunities to the students of Pakistan that would be life changing for them.
Ms Rita Akhtar said that America is supporting Pakistan's students on the cost of its own tax payers with the objective that after return to Pakistan, they will contribute in the development of the country.
Ms. Rita Akhtar confessed that Pakistan's students are more expert in the subject of Mathematics than the American students. "American students are not good in mathematics," she said and maintained that, this is why clearing GRE test, which is mandatory for Fulbright Scholarship program, would not be a problem for students of Pakistan, Executive Director, USEFP said.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his welcome address said that being a Fulbright Scholar, he knows importance of the said programs, which are initiated by the US. He said that there was no match of USA's best quality education in world. Although Russia, China and India are competitors of USA in the field of education, but they are also sending their students to America for undergraduate as well as graduate and PhD programs.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that students of other countries, who are getting education from America, get value and higher positions in their respective countries. He suggested the SMIU's students along with other universities that they must avail these opportunities, which are in the interest of the country.
Prof. Dr Aurangzeb presented vote of thanks. In the end question-answer session was also held.
22 February 2017
A review meeting of Department of Examination and Admissions of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was held on Wednesday at Committee Room of the university. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU presided it. In the meeting performance and problems of the Department of Examination and Admissions were reviewed in detail and taken some important decisions.
It was decided that all functions of the Department of Examination and Admissions would be done through Information Technology. In this regard entire data of admission process, enrollment, fees, credentials of students, examinations, results and other related information will be recorded with the help of IT. To fulfill such assignment Director IT Mr. Shah Muhammad Butt was directed to coordinate with the Controller of Examinations.
While addressing the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that the Department of Examination and Admissions is most important section of the university, that must work according to the needs of IT era. He said that, in the present day world, manual paperwork is being shifted to the computers and also online, therefore it improves the performance of the institutions. "SMIU being one of the most modern institutions of the country must benefit from the IT facilities that will benefit the students and also facilitate the faculty and administration," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said.
Earlier, Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro gave presentation, in which he talked about the working of the Department and its future plans.
18 February 2017
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) organized its first Convocation on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at a PAF Museum, where 116 students of SMIU were conferred degrees. President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain along with Governor Sindh Mr. Zubair Ahmed, who is also Chancellor of SMIU and Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, gave gold medals to 6 students (in 7 categories) and silver medals to 6 students.
Later, in his speech President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain said that organizing the first convocation by the Alma-Mater of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah is most significant and unique precedent. It is matter of happiness for him that Sindh MadressatulIslam University is moving forward with success. And I hope it will be more developed in the future.
While congratulating the degree holder students, President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain said that he hoped that they will serve the nation with great enthusiasm and commitment, in their practical life. "Today we have been reached to that phase of national life, where we can change the destiny of the nation by taking decisions on the time and right measures," President Pakistan said and added that the young people will materialize the dreams of prosperity of the people and development of national economy by their efforts.
Addressing girl students, President of Pakistan said that they should acquire more and more education according to their will and priority and ignore all those hindrances, which may come in their way. President Mamnoon Hussain further said that women play a major role in the nation's development, but in Pakistan, their role is much significant, because they are more than fifty percent of our entire population. Therefore, the national progress may be accelerated by participation of girls and women in the national workforce.
Talking about the students of SMIU the President of Pakistan said that I had met with the students of this historic institution many times, where I found them determined and full with dreams and objectives.
Governor Sindh Mr. Zubair Ahmed in his speech said that it is honor for him to attend the first convocation of the Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He said that there is no another big source of inspiration than the name of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. This is why; we must declarer Sindh Madressatul Islam University as the premier institution of Pakistan, due to its close association with the Father of the Nation. "I shall extend my full support for development of Sindh Madressatul Islam University," the Governor Sindh said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his report talked about the background of establishment of Sindh Madressatul Islam as a school in 1885, then its elevation to the level of college by the hands of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah in 1943 and then its elevation to the level of university in 2012. "Today is a historic moment in the history of Sindh Madressatul Islam Universityas it has organized its first convocation," Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that SMIU is working as a lead institution of the country by producing leaders of every sphere of life. "SMIU had produced several leaders of the Pakistan movement, including Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Abdullah Haroon, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto, Muhammad Ayub Khuhro and others," the Vice Chancellor said.
Dr Shaikh further said that in the present day world our country and the nation needs most competent leaders in every field of life, and SMIU has set its goals to work on the said objectives. He thanked to the President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain, Governor Sindh Mr. Zubair Ahmed, members of statutory bodies of SMIU, diplomats and other guests for attending the first convocation of SMIU. In the end Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, SMIU's Syndicate member and former Chief Justice of Shariat Court Justice (retd) Agha Rafique Ahmed and Mr. Jehangir Siddiqui, distributed degrees among the students.
The first convocation was attended by academicians, deans, faculty, students and staff members of SMIU and other distinguished guests.
13 February 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the gender inequity prevails all over the world, but in Sindh male members of society respect and extend reverence to female members at large, and we have inherited such valued tradition from our ancestors. He said this while addressing at the program, which was organized by SMIU with collaboration of Aurat Foundation and USAID to observe the National Women's Day at its auditorium on Monday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the great mystic poet of Sindh Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai has sung heroic role of seven women in his poetry and presented them as a symbol of courage, struggle and sacrifice.
He further said that in our society males and females are victimized; therefore, it is not fair to accelerate the wave that only women are victimized. "Women must talk about their rights and also must fought for them, but they come out from victim hood. Because this kind of wave will depress and discourage young girls who have not facing problems of gender inequity and striving for their bright career with enthusiasm.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that majority of male members of our society didn't believe in gender inequity, therefore, suggested that we shouldn't advocate for conflict between male and female but must believe in cooperation between these two inseparable human entities. "It is true that there is gender inequity in the society, but there are also some natural causes of it, which must be addressed," Dr Shaikh said and added that girl and boy students must concentrate on their education and career.
"If women have good education, expertise and good job, they will command respect at home and also in the society. Hence, they must concentrate on their education and career." He also said that Karo Kari was not a tradition of Sindh, but it has come from other areas to Sindh.
Earlier, Ms. Mahnaz Rehman, Resident Director of Aurat Foundation in her speech said our nation can progress without providing equal opportunities to male and women. She said that Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had given great importance to women during the Movement of Independence and also encouraged her sister Ms. Fatima Jinnah to participate in social and political activities. She said that the then prime minister of Pakistan Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has declared 12 February as the National Women's Day in 2010 by paying tribute to the women who had agitated for their rights on February 12, 1993 and were beaten by police in Lahore.
On this occasion a documentary titled "Mein Safar Mein Hoon" was screened and students of SMIU presented a skit and also delivered speeches.
09 February 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that although students of SMIU Model School are getting better education in English and Urdu medium but all the student will also be taught Sindhi language as a subject, that they should be able to know basics of Sindhi language after passing out matriculation from the model school.
Addressing the meeting of senior management of SMIU Model School at Committee Room of the university on Thursday, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Sindhi language has remained a medium of instruction for Sindhi speaking students and also a subject for the students having other mother tongues, since foundation of SMI, this is why, we are equally giving emphasis on teaching of Sindhi language along with English and Urdu teaching at SMIU Model School.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that the poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai will also be taught to the students at all levels of SMIU ModelSchool. "When we teach our students the poetry of Shakespeare, Goethe, Milton and other poets of the world, then why not we teach them poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, who is considered as one of the greatest mystic-saint poets of the world," Dr Shaikh said and added that we want to impart modern education to our students but we also give emphasis to keep their moral values high by teaching them mystic poetry of our great poets, that possesses great message of love, brotherhood, tolerance and understanding about the social and human values.
The vice chancellor said that an English language training program will be started soon for SMIU Model School's teachers with collaboration of Pak America Cultural Center. "We need most learned teachers for basic education at SMIU and the reward will also be given to those teachers who are working with dedication and honesty," the Vice Chancellor said and maintained that figure of scholarships and full free ships will be increased for deserving and financially poor students of the school.
In the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave approval of new admissions in SMIU Model School from February 20, 2017, publication of annual magazine and regular academic visits of the student to the important places of the city.
Earlier, Ms. Nabeela Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School presented report of the school, in which she said that the process of shifting SMIU from Matriculation education system to Cambridge and Agha Khan Board System is in process. She also highlighted the achievements made by students of the model school by participating in various national and international competitions.
08 February 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that this great institution has remained a nursery of leaders throughout its 131 years. Also we are taking efforts today to produce the leaders of future through students' societies. He said this while addressing the Oath Taking Ceremony of newly elected office bearers of six societies of SMIU - Literary Society, Debating Society, Science Society, Art Society, Community Service Society and Sports Society held at Talpur House of SMIU on Wednesday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides academic activities, students must be provided an opportunity to choose their own representatives, which are considered a part of learning and training in the world. "After ban on students unions, SMIU was the first public sector university that introduced societies by allowing its students to take leadership responsibilities by organizing their own activities, that may be fruitful for other students and SMIU as a whole," Dr Shaikh and maintained that due to such societies SMIU has achieved most encouraging results by organizing departmental seminars, national days, sports weeks, and annual festivals.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that students of higher educational institutions must be provided such democratic platform for their activities that will produce dynamic leadership of the country in future. He said that SMIU is one of the best example in this regard that just after getting charter of university; it founded students' societies that are now actively promoting democratic values by organizing healthy extra curricular activities.
The Vice Chancellor said that all societies of SMIU are very much important in their scope, which covers all those important subjects that may enhance knowledge, leadership skills and creative and artistic thinking of students. This is why, SMIU encourages active role of the societies, which must be performed with responsibility and honesty. President of all student societies and Prof Dr Aurangzeb, Dean Department of Business Administration also spoke on the occasion.
Earlier Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh administered oath from 30 newly elected office bearers of six Student Societies, among them fifty percent were female office bearers. He also distributed certificates of recognition among the former office bearers and the faculty members.
07 February 2017
Dr Traiq Rehman, a noted linguist of Pakistan has said that Sindhi language has remained most developed since centuries by its rich literature and it was the main reason that British rulers made it official language of the province. He said this while delivering a lecture on "Language Policy in British India" at Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium.
Dr Tariq Rehman said that poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai and other classical poets of Sindh and folk stories had made Sindhi a rich language. Therefore, the British rulers had not created Sindhi language but they only standardized it. It was the language of majority people of Sindh that is why they made it official language of lower courts and was medium of instruction of schools and journalism.
Dr Tariq Rehman further said that British language policy was to use English in the domains of power just as Persian was used earlier. In the lower domains of power, however, they used the vernacular language of the province which, as in the case of the Punjab and present-day KP, was not the mother tongue of the people. They promoted Urdu in all these areas as well as in the area now called U.P. The vernacular-English controversy initiated by their policies are alive in South Asia.
He maintained that in the British India there was Orientalist phase, which started from 1780 and continued up to 1835. In this phase British rulers besides introducing English in Colonial India, supported Persian, Arabic and Sanskrit languages. Apart from it, they supported Bengali in Bengal and Sindhi in Sindh, bud they introduced Urdu in Punjab, NWFP (present KP) and Balochistan due to their political reasons. "British introduced English language in British India to consolidate their power," Dr Tariq Rehman commented.
Dr Traiq Rehman further said that there was also Orientalist-Anglicist Controversy in those days, where common man of British India were against English language, while elite class and religious scholars such as Shah Abdul Aziz were in favour of English, and he had also given Fatwa in its favour. Thus, there was general prejudice in Muslims as well as Hindus against English language.
Dr Tariq Rehman said that the first modern Muslim educational institution was opened in Calcutta in 1781 with the name of Calcutta Madressah," Dr Tariq Rehman said and maintained that in later days English became the language of higher administration (covenanted civil service), higher judiciary, officer corps of the armed forces, higher and elitist education, media and commerce.
Talking about the initiatives taken for Learning English in India he said that in 1774 the Supreme Court was established in Calcutta and in 1816 the natives of Calcutta subscribed to establish an Anglo-Indian college. He said that at that time the reformers like David Hare (1775 -1852) and Ram Mohan Roy (1772 - 1833) encouraged Indians to learn English. In 1832 a parliamentary committee recommended that Indians should be employed in the civil service and be taught English. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan had also campaigned for learning English in 1870s.
The main reason of introducing English in British India was to educate the local people to serve in the institutions that were established by British rulers, because, recruiting people from England would have been more expensive for them.
He said that Anglicist officers like Francis Warden, Alexander Duff and Charles Trevelyan had written against 'Orientalist' ideas and they had argued that English literatures was an agent of moral control.
Lord William Bentinck's policy was announced on 07 March 1835. It stated: The great object of the British government ought to be the promotion of European literature and science among the natives of India; and that all the funds appropriated for the purpose of education would be best employed on English education alone
Dr Tariq Rehman also talked on the fears that English language would be used for promotion of Christianity in the region. "In 1853 H.H. Wilson said to a select committee of the House of Commons that the Muslims feared that the government wanted to convert people to Christianity," he said.
While talking on Sindh Madressatul Islam University, he said that SMI is also part of history, that it was founded in 1885 for the Muslims of Sindh as an English medium school.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his concluding remarks said that Sindhi language has remained much advanced in all the periods of history, but today it faces many problems, that must be redressed. It had also progressed in British rule, while people of Sindh were broadminded and accommodative in those days. "In 1885, when Sindh Madressah was established there were four medium of instructions and that were English, Sindhi, Urdu and Gujrati," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that those people who came to Sindh from other regions such as Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan and other neighbouring countries such as Syeds, Pathans (Duranis) etc. they all adapted Sindh's culture and language, that has benefited the province and also to the country. "There is a need to promote all languages of the country, which are under threat today," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh concluded.
06 February 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the research and innovative work is given top priority at SMIU by involving faculty, which have PhD degrees, because those areas need full concentration at the higher educational institutions, which is the basic need of the country. He said this while addressing a joint meeting of Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) and Students Welfare/Program Office, which was held at Committee Room of the university on Monday to review the targets, set by SMIU for research work.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the university is focusing on quality education and research work individually and by collaborating with national and international universities. Besides, national and international linkages will be strengthened and the selected students of SMIU under the International Leadership Program, will be sent to the partner universities of different countries.
He said that SMIU is also bringing out a Research Journal soon, in which national and international research scholars have contributed their research papers. "So far we have achieved the targets which were set in the beginning of the university, but we have also set new targets time by time to continue the process of progress," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and critically reviewed the performance of the said departments and emphasized on innovative ideas and research work.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU further said that students of the university will also be involved in research work by organizing departmental seminars. "SMIU's girl students too working on gender equity at the university that will add the enlightment in the society.
Earlier, Mr. Furqan Iftkhar, Manager Research Operation, Ms. Quratul Ain, Deputy Director ORIC and Dr Saima Baig, Manager Research Development, gave presentations about their respective assignments.
03 February 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that PhD programs will be started and Development Studies Center will be setup at SMIU where CPEC related subjects and Chinese language will be taught. He said this while chairing a meeting of three academic departments of SMIU, i.e. Department of Business Administration, Department of Media Studies & Social Sciences and Department of Education which was held at the Committee Room of SMIU on Friday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that admissions for PhD programs will be given through GRE. Additionally, six month GRE course will be offered free to students of urban as well as rural areas of Sindh.
Dr Shaikh further said that some departments of SMIU will be reorganized and reconstructed. For that purpose he constituted a 3-member committee comprised of Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali and Prof Dr Zahid Channar. The committee will review present status of progress and will recommend the alternatives. Also, the committee will see the provision of starting programs of Environmental Management or Green Management.
The vice chancellor further said that SMIU is also thinking to add those departments into the university which are most needed for the development of the country. Apart from it, syllabus which is being taught at SMIU will also be reviewed and will be made according to the world standard. "We are giving emphases on quality education rather than quantity of students, because if SMIU produces highly educated and trained youth that will be more beneficial for the country than those students who are getting degrees without attending classes from many other universities.
In the meeting it was decided that each department will organize at least one departmental seminar during a semester where students will present their research papers and reports.
It was also decided that SMIU's TV and Radio studios, which are currently working independently, would be made part of Department of Media Studies. In the meeting it was decided that training courses will also be started for working journalists.
Prof. Dr Zahid Channar, Chairman of Department of Business Administration, Dr. Ambreen Fazal, Chairperson Department of Media Studies & Social Sciences and Dr. Stephen John of Department of Education gave presentations about their respective departments.
02 February 2017
Annual elections of Students Societies of Sindh Madressatul Islam University held on Thursday at its premises. More than seventeen hundred students cast their vote to elect office bearers of six societies including Debating Society, Literary Society, Art Society, Community Service Society, Science Society and Sports Society. All the students were free to elect their true representatives for the term of one year. Different booths were set up in front of the Talpur House, where process of voting started from 12.00 noon and ended at 3:50 pm.
The environment of the polling day was like a festival. Male and female students equally participated in the practice that was a part of leadership program of the SMIU.
This was the third consequent year, where students of SMIU are elected leaders of different societies, who are responsible to organize students' activities at the campus. The SMIU administration encourages students to participate in this kind of healthy activities to boost their creative, innovative and leadership skills and role at the SMIU that will certainly help them in future.
The elected office bearers were: for Literary Society; President Mahnoor Pervaiz, Vice President Ziama M. Ali, Secretary (Male) Muhammad Asad, Secretary (Female) Kainat Mehraj and Treasure Urooj Khan, for Science Society, President Faheem Uz Zaman, Vice President Syed Habib, Secretary (Male) Bilal Zafar, Secretary (female) Filza Mujtaba and Treasure Zainul Abdin, for Debating Society President Naveed Ahmed, Vice President M. Fareed, Secretary (Male) Shakir Khan, Secretary (female) Kainat Memon and Treasure (M. Bilal Khan), for Art Society President (both got equal votes) Syed M. Adeel and Hansain Raza, Vice Present Sagar Samy, Secretary (Male) Maaz Jilani, Secretary (Female) Faiza Riaz and Treasure Turab Khan, for Community Service Society President Misbah Mahmood, Vice President Suman Dilip, Secretary (Male) Syed Sherul Hassan, Secretary (Female) Moomal Baig and Treasure Naeemuddin Buriro and for Sports Society President Sohail Khan, Vice President Danish Mustafa, Secretary (Male) Muhammad Abbas, Secretary (Female) Areeba Amir and Treasure M. Daniyal Aslam.
On the other hand Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU while congratulating the elected representative has said that SMIU was the only public sector university in the country that had given right of vote to its students to enhance democratic values, tolerance, acceptability, leadership skills and creative and innovative qualities amongst the students by becoming a part of democratic process. Also we want to train them according to the needs of future.
01 February 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that SMIU is preparing its "SMIU Vision 2025" to initiate more development programs and expand it into various areas. He said this while chairing the meeting of Department of Planning and Development of SMIU, which was held at Committee Room of the university on Wednesday.
He said that the efforts are being made to get approved the SMIU Tower at the City Campus and also start work on establishment of Malir Campus on plot of 100 acres, located in the Education City of Karachi.
"During the last five years, we gave complete attention on the academic and administrative areas of the university, now it needs expansion. This is why, we have to focus on development work also," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that in this respect the Alma -Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah needs support from provincial as well as federal government.
Earlier, Director Planning and Development Mr. Ghulam Mustafa, presented report about the on- going projects and future plans. He informed the meeting that the construction work of the first two buildings at its Malir Campus is near completion.
31 January 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said SMIU has shifted its major working practices to the Information Technology and online system aimed at to create a paperless working environment and facilitate smooth working of all sections and stakeholders of the university. He said this while chairing a meeting of SMIU's Department of Information Technology (Administration Unit) at the Committee Room of SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that SMIU has adopted short term and long term policy to bring transformation in the working procedure at the university for improvement in quality of work, preserve record in digital form and reduce the lengthy procedures of correspondence, admissions process and other routine matters. "We are also working on to introduce latest IT facilities at SMIU as we are living in the digital era, where traditional working modus operandi has changed," the Vice Chancellor said.
Earlier, Mr. Shah Muhammad Butt, Director IT at SMIU presented annual report about IT facilities provided at the Campus and future plans. He said that there was a contenuous improvement in the I.T infrastructure and services provided to the university. SMIU is also providing maximum availability, and reliability of services. Mr. Butt informed the meeting that the initiatives have taken towards SMART Education: HEC provided Wi-Fi blanket coverage at SMIU for research and academic purpose. Similarly, all staff members are provided SMIU Email ID to use email service for university communication and interaction.
He said SMIU's students will access Services portal through world's popular Oracle PeopleSoft Campus Solution, where they check their courses, grades and scholarships through Student Self Service Portal.
In his presentation Mr. Butt said that SMIU have status of Authorized Certiport Testing Center. Also HEC - Microsoft IT Academy program provides a complete IT education solution, training and certification Solution. He further said that the tasks of Students Election Online Registration, Online Job Portal, Contact management System and Inventory Management System have been completed.
In the meeting it was decided that HR Management System and Department of Finance will be digitalized. While up gradation of online admission portal, IT Manual/Knowledgebase system and Helpdesk/Students facilitation Center will be set up soon.
30 January 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the SMIU is going to organize its first convocation on February 18, 2017, which will be addressed by most important personalities of the country. He said this while chairing the meeting of senior management of SMIU, which was held in connection with the First Convocation of SMIU, at the Committee Room of the university on Monday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the degrees will be distributed amongst 100 graduates of five departments of SMIU i.e. Department of Business Administration, Department of Computer Science, Department of Media Studies, Department of Environmental Sciences and Department of Education.
"It would be a historic event in the history of SMIU, which has now grown to the level to provide its well trained persons for the national service," he said and added that SMIU had received its charter on 16th February 2012 and the classes of first batch had started from January 2013.
In the meeting, a five member Steering Committee was also constituted for finalizing the preparations of the convocation. Dean Faculty of Business Administration Pro. Dr. Aurangzeb will be its convener, while Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean Faculty of Computer Science, Controller of Examinations Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro, Registrar Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal and Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Shaikh, Director Department of Planning and Development will be its members.
It was also decided that the prominent personalities of various fields of the country will also address the convocation.
24 January 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the country and the nation will not progress and move forward by confining its half population (women) behind the doors. Addressing at the launching ceremony of Gender Equity Program - A USAID and Aurat Foundation Project at SMIU on Tuesday, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that if women are provided equal opportunities in all fields of the society, they can marvelously produce amazing results. He said that Pakistan has a credit that it had elected first ever woman Prime Minster (Mohtram Benazir Bhutto) in the Muslim world, but there is still a need to encourage women, not suppress them.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that in 1885 Sindh Madressatul Islam was established as a school for boys. This is why from 1885 to 1995, girls were not allowed to get education at secondary and college level, but later girls section was added to it. Today, SMIU imparts education to both the boys and girls at school as well as university level. "The Gender Equity Program is near to the sprit and policies of SMIU, as we are already encouraging and supporting female students at SMIU," Dr Shaikh said and added that recently when a group of SMIU's students visited Islamabad under the National Leadership Program, 28 female students were part of it; while 18 were male students could make their place. Likewise, there is also a considerable number of women working on various faculties as well administrative posts at SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh stressed upon the students to work for gender equality in their respective families, circles of friends and localities as the responsible citizens.
Ms. Mahnaz Rahman, Resident Director, Aurat Foundation said that women must participate in politics and reach to the decision making houses of the country for protection of women as well as human rights. She said that due to their struggle, 33 percents reserve seats were given to women in the parliament, because due to costly election process it was impossible for them to be elected for the parliament.
She said that SMIU is a most important institution of the country that is why it will be more supportive in the cause of gender equity.
Ms Ambreen Barwani, Deputy Director and project in charge, SMIU in her welcome address said that the Aurat Foundation is implementing USAID supported Gender Equity Program that aims at closing the gender gap in Pakistan by proactively supporting the development of women. She said that some sub grants are being awarded to establish and strengthen gender institutionalization in the universities and mainstreaming gender in curriculum.
Ms Ambreen said that SMIU will be proud to host for this seven-month project where various events including awareness sessions as well as research studies will be carried out to promote gender sensitization amongst its stakeholders.
The event was attended by Ms. Shaista M. Ali, Honorary Advisor on Gender Equity at SMIU, Deans Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Registrar Mr. Gulzar Mughal, Principal of SMIU Model School Ms. Nabeela Kanwal, faculty members and students of SMIU and SMIU Model School.
22 January 2017
Prof. Ayesha Jalal, noted historian and Director, Center for South Asian and Indian Ocean Studies Tufts University Medford, Massachusetts, USA, has said that the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is relevant today in terms of constitutional supremacy, social justice, and peaceful coexistence. She said this while delivering a lecture on "How Relevant is Jinnah's Vision in Today's Pakistan," organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Saturday evening at the courtyard of SMIU's Main Building.
Prof. Ayesha Jalal said that Mr. Jinnah was one of the great Muslim leaders in British Era, and was believed in constitution and democracy. "As the nations are needed heroes, likewise Muslims of subcontinent found their hero in the name of Mr. Jinnah," she said and added that Mr. Jinnah made his unique place in the polity of subcontinent despite facing odds. He was anti colonial nationalist. She said this great man must be honored.
Prof. Ayesha Jalal said that since last almost 70 years, there is still a debate in Pakistan that we should have democracy or dictatorship and or secular state or religious state.
She was of the view that Mr. Jinnah was firm believer of constitution, rule of law and federation with legitimate rights to the federating units. Mr. Jinnah expressed his clear vision in his speech delivered in the Constitutional Assembly on 11th August 1947 about the Pakistan's future status. She said that Mr. Jinnah was not in favour of division of Punjab and Bengal, but Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha, leaders of Congress like Jawaharlal Nehru and Vallabhbhai Patel were in favour of division of Punjab and Bengal.
Prof. Ayesha Jalal said that the equal representation was given to the provinces in Senate in the constitution of 1973, but in later years many changes were made into it, which changed original shape of the constitution. Therefore, today is confused constitutional scenario.
While giving answer to a question asked by a student of SMIU she said that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was a real ambassador of Hindu Muslim unity, but leaders of Congress Party Mr. Nehru and Mr. Patel were against it. Talking about Mr. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi she said that he most actively played his political role up to 1920s.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his welcome speech thanked the guest speaker Prof. Ayesha Jalal and said that she is one of the great historians of our time with reference of her historic work on Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Talking on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that although he was not belonging to an affluent class, living in 2 bed apartment along with his nine member family in Wazir Mansion, but got his prominent place in the politics of subcontinent through his sheer struggle and wisdom. "At that time there were many prominent leaders in Bengal, Punjab, Bombay and other parts of undivided India, but Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who belonged to a small province of Sindh and a minority community of Agha Khani, became sole spokesman of rights of Muslims in subcontinent. It proves his honesty, leadership qualities and political consciousness," Dr Shaikh said and added that today, the country needs to act upon the ideals of the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and that is the only way to bring the country on the path of progress and development.
The lecture program was attended by dignitaries, diplomats, prominent academicians and Deans, chairperson, senior faculty, staff members and students of SMIU. On this occasion Prof. Ayesha Jalal also visited Jinnah Museum along with Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and other guests.
20 January 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the students who have succeeded to get admission at SMIU are fortunate because SMIU is a historic institution, that has written a practical history of Pakistan through its illustrious students including Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Addressing Orientation Day, organized by SMIU on Friday, at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto for newly admitted students of the session of Spring 2017, he said that "You have chosen one of the historical institutions for your study, which was established with aim of imparting quality education to the students without any difference of race and social status."
The Vice Chancellor further urged the students to work with the national sprit as you have to become the future leaders.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh talked about the modern facilities, which are available at SMIU for the students and said that SMIU is one of the best higher educational institutions of the country, that imparts quality education with the help of highly qualified faculty and provides conducive academic environment, latest IT facilities, modern classrooms with multimedia facility and modern library etc.
He stressed upon the students to get benefit from the facilities available at SMIU to improve their learning, enhance knowledge and polish the skills of communication. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also said that the newly enrolled students must have to follow the discipline and rules and regulations of the University as we are getting efforts to produce most educated, patriotic, disciplined and responsible new generation, which have to lead the country in future. The Vice Chancellor also said that the intelligent and deserving students are given scholarships. Therefore, they have to concentrate on their study at SMIU. Earlier Prof Dr Aurangzeb, Dean faculty of Business Administration, Prof Syed Asif Ali, Dean faculty of Computer Science, chairpersons of different departments, Director IT, Controller of Examination, librarian and others also briefed the students about their respective departments and sections through presentations.
Later on the students visited various departments of the University and support units including computer labs, Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi Library, Radio & TV studios and Print Media Lab.
19 January 2017
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the university is going to organize an international conference on "Pakistan at 70" from 07 to 09 August this year, in Karachi as to mark the journey of 70 years of Pakistan. He said this while briefing the media at a local hotel on Thursday. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said so far about 20 scholars of USA, Europe, Italy and other countries have confirmed to participate in the conference. "Around 50 to 60 national and international scholars are being invited to address the successes and failures in education, human development, social sector, economy, women improvement, political situation and other related subjects at the Conference," Dr Shaikh said and added that kind of intellectual discourse will help the stake holders to form the policies for next 10 years, 25 years and 50 years of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh announced that the first convocation of SMIU will be organized on 18th February, 2017, where the students of first batch of SMIU will be awarded degrees. "Four years ago, we had started university with the enrollment of about 112 students, now the figure of enrolled students is about 2000 students, which will increase in coming years as the resources and space of the university will expand. Sindh Madressatul Islam was started with 12 students in 1885," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that the SMIU imparts quality education to the students of all classes on the affordable fees.
Talking about the National Leadership Program (NLP) of SMIU, the Vice Chancellor said that SMIU is the only university that has started NLP for its students to groom them as the future leaders, because they belong to the Alma-Mater of the great leaders like Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Abdullah Haroon, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto and others. "SMIU selects about 100 students on merit basis through the process of tests and academic performance for the national and international leadership programs. Amongst these students some are sent to foreign countries including UK, China, Malaysia and Turkey and the rest are sent to the visit of various national institutions, situated in Islamabad.
Dr Shaikh said that the last week a group of 45 students along with 19 faculty and staff members visited important institutions of Islamabad including President House, Parliament House, Senate, Supreme Court of Pakistan, Ombudsman's Office, Headquarters of National Accountability Bureau, Federal Education Ministry, Higher Education Commission, National Defence University, National University of Science and Technology, Riphah University, International Islamic University and Air University. During the visit SMIU delegation met with President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain, Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisar, Chairman Senate Mr. Raza Rabbani, Opposition leaders in the National Assembly Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah, Opposition Leader in Senate Mr. Aitzaz Ahsan, Mushahid Hussain Syed, Chairman NAB Mr. Qamaruz Zaman Chaudhry, Federal Ombudsman Mr. Salman Farooqui, Chairman HEC Dr Mukhtar Ahmed, Federal Education Minister Mr. Baleequr Rehman and others. "We want to create national harmony among the students of various provinces through the NLP," said Dr Shaikh.
Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan's Quality Assurance Agency has awarded top most "W" category to Sindh Madressatul Islam University's QEC for consequently second year. The SMIU has received 86.58 points, out of 100 points for the "W" category, in terms of quality of education, and on the basis of multiple parameters including its evaluation of academic programmes.
After the briefing question-answer session was held. The briefing was attended by a large number of media persons.
Dear students! the orientation day program for new admissions (Spring 2017) of SMIU students is rescheduled and now will be held on Friday, January 20, 2017. The students will report to Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium at 9:30 a.m, sharp.
13 January 2017
The Delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's students, faculty and staff members on Friday, the fifth day of their visit to the national institutions of Islamabad, visitedNational University of Science and Technology (NUST) and Riphah International University, under the National Leadership Program.
At the NUST, the delegation was welcomed by Director of Student' Affairs Department and others. On that occasion, while talking to the delegation, the Director said that, it was a matter of immense pleasure for them that they were getting anopportunity to welcome the students of Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, for second time, because last year also SMIU's students had visited the NUST.
He said that this kind of interaction always proves valuable for personal and professional growth of students. Therefore, this sort of visits should be continued in the future and be followed by other students also.He also invited the SMIU students to become a part of NUST's events and activities in the future.
After that the students of SMIU had a guided tour of the campus, where they were briefed about establishment of the university, degree programs, societies and clubs of it.
At the Riphah International University, the delegation was received by Vice Chancellor of the university Prof. Dr. Anwar-ul-Haq, Registrar, Dean and other staff members.
Addressing the delegation of SMIU, Vice Chancellor of Riphah University said that we are happy today that students of the institute from where Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had received his early education, have visited our university.
He advised the students of SMIU to remain consistent with aims and objectives and should take stand on the decisions they take in life, because Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was a great decision maker. Once he took the decision, he always acted upon it. Prof. Dr. Anwar-ul-Haq, also advised the students to verify the information, receiving from any source of media especially from social media.
On the occasion Registrar of the university gave presentation on various degree programs and future plans of the university.
Later on, SMIU students visited library of the university where they were briefed about the facilities and resources available there.
Afterwards, the SMIU delegation visited Lok Virsa, and shown keen interest in cultural things of all provinces of Pakistan displayed there.
12 January 2017
Mr. Baleegh-ur-Rehman, Minister of State for Education and Training, Government of Pakistan has said that when anyone thinks about making others' lives better, he/she will ultimately be a role model.
Addressing the students of SMIU's National Leadership Program, at Academy of Education and Training, Islamabad on Thursday, the state minister said that you will only be successful when you help the society with determination, hard work and continuity. Therefore, you should think about others and you will benefit yourself indirectly.
Talking about the components of leadership Mr. Baleegh-ur-Rehman said that there are four components of a leadership formula. Start with caring for others and you will be a leader, caring and giving is an important trait of leadership, second factor is your positive attitude, in every situation of life stay positive to face any challenge, continuity and consistency is another very important quality that the students need to adopt andprinciple of continuity will lead them towards improvement. At the end they should always help others in their matters to the extent possible for them.
The minister said that when students want to be successful in life, they have to decide first their own definition of success. He said that there are people for whom monetary value counts as success but at the end of their life they also realize that they haven't earned anything in life. Life should have some meaning and ambition. A meaningless life will lead you towards nothing.
The minister suggested the students that they should apply the above mentioned qualities in their lives, should adopt it and make it a habit so they can lead their family, friends, circle, educational institution and the society.
Mr. Baleegh-ur-Rehmanhoped that the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) are learning and experiencing many new things through the National Leadership Program.
SMIU's delegation also metwith Federal Ombudsman Mr. Salman Farooqi at the Secretariat of Federal Ombudsman of Pakistan.
During his address to the student of SMIU, the Federal Ombudsman Mr. Salman Farooqi appreciated the opportunities of learning being provided to the student of SMIU by the management of SMIU under the National Leadership Program.
Recalling his college days spent at SMI Mr. Salman Farooqi said that at that time they didn't have opportunities like the SMIU's students enjoy today, but they had a more liberal and tolerant society where they were free to practice and work according to their abilities and talents. He also recalled the events, debates, theaters andmushaira of international repute being organized solely by the students.
The ombudsman was of the view that the students should actively participate in the co-curricular activities to achieve maximum learning during their study period. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and Mr. Salman Farooqui also exchanged souvenirs on the occasion.
On the same day the SMIU delegation visited National Defense University (NDU), where they were welcomed by Prof. Dr. Pervaiz Iqbal Cheema, Dean Faculty of Contemporary Studies.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIUhad call on meeting with Lt Gen Rizwan Akhtar, President of NDU, where the gifts and souvenirs were exchanged.
SMIU students visited different departments of the NDU and Sahibzada Yaqub Khan library (SYKL). They were also briefed about the University's mission, vision, different certificate and degree programs, research, innovations and future plans.
Meanwhile, the delegation has also visited Quaid E Azam University Islamabad. The welcome reception was held in honor of delegation at university's auditorium. The Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh addressed at the occasion. Later on the students of SMIU visited various departments of the varsity.
Higher Education Commission of Pakistan also hosted a reception for the delegation, where Chairman HEC, Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed addressed the gathering and suggested that the students should focus on their education, mannerism and respect, which values are essentialfor agood human being.
11 January 2017
Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisar has said that education is most important responsibility and a quality that distinguishes developing world from the developing one." He said this while addressing the students and faculty members of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's National Leadership Program, at Supreme Court of Pakistan, Islamabad on Wednesday.
The Chief Justice of Pakistan said that when I look at the world history, one important thing emerges from it, which distinguishestwo fragments of the world called developed and the developing.Education, learning and knowledge are common in developed world and there was no end of knowledge for them. Therefore, education is the primary reason of theirsuccess.
Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisarfurther said thatthe countries who acquireknowledge are ahead in the world in every sphere of life. UK and USA are good examples of it. I trust my students, do your maximum in education.
He further said that the second important point for a nation's success is Rule of Law. Countries where rule of law prevails are progressing in the world. Equality before law is very important to assure human security and satisfaction.
He said I am very optimistic about students and the future because they are base of the society. For me an uneducated person is not responsible for being uneducated because the society and the system is responsible for it.
The Chief Justice of Supreme Court of Pakistan said that the leadership is the third quality for students toachieve success in any domain. Honesty and integrity are also the key factors that will help the students to groom their personality which is an important trait of leadership.
Prior to it, SMIU delegation met with Chairman NAB Mr. Qamar Zaman Chaudhry at the NAB headquarters, Islamabad.The delegation was comprised of students, faculty and staff members, led by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU.
On that occasion while addressing the delegation the Chairman NAB Mr. Qamar Zaman Chaudhrysaid that I am happy to meet with the young generation of the country, who will lead the nation in future."
Appreciating the students of SMIU Mr. Qamar Zaman Chaudhry said that their institution is very distinctive because of its association with Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah who was recognized by the world for his greatness.
Talking about the National Leadership Program (NLP) of SMIU, he said that it was a practical exposure for students and broader approach of the institution towards the training of its students on the wide level. Also, it will be helpful in creating a vision and imagination in the minds of those students who aspire to be future leaders. Therefore, it is an act to move in the society with positive approach.
He stressed upon the students to play their role as ambassadors of the message "Say No to Corruption" in their circles. Mr. Qamar Zaman Chaudhry suggested the students that at this stage they have to work in the individual capacity and also as the honest citizens of the country. Otherwise they will not be able to bring positive change in the society.
Mr. Qamar Zaman Chaudhry also appreciated Vice Chancellor of SMIU, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh for giving students of SMIU and the NAB an opportunity to talk about the issues of great concern.
While explaining the functions of the NAB he said that the NAB is working on three dimensions including enforcement, awareness and precaution, a case followed by the steps of inquiry, investigation and the prosecution.
Deputy Chairman of the NAB Imtiaz Tajwar and Ms. Aliya Rashid, Director General, Awareness and Prevention, NAB, gave presentations on the practical working of the NAB in different domains. After it, the Question-Answer Session was held.
Later on, SMIU's delegation visited International Islamic University, Islamabad where they were welcomed by the president and management of the university. President of IIUI Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Ahmad Al-Draiweesh addressed the delegation and appreciated Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for taking practical measures for the students in terms of providing them great exposure under the NLP.
Meanwhile the SMIU delegation has also held meeting with former Federal Minister and Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed.
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10 January 2017
Chairman Senate Raza Rabbani has said that the students should believe in ideological commitment and stay committed with their thoughts. He said this while talking with the delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's delegation of National Leadership Program on Tuesday at Parliament House, Islamabad.
Mr. Raza Rabbani advised the students to actively participate in co-curricular activitiesto groom their leadership skills and understand responsibilities towards society.
He also suggested the students to take stand on principles, that act will benefit the nation.
On the occasion the Chairman Senate also briefed the delegation about the process of legislation in the upper and lower house respectively. Afterwards, students of SMIU attended the session of Senate.
Vice Chancellor SMI University Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh thanked Mr. Raza Rabbani for inviting the delegation at Parliament House.
Later one, the SMIU delegation met with the Leader of Opposition in Senate Mr. Aitzaz Ahsan, where he said that today our society needs tolerance, which is the most important element for betterment of society. Therefore, tolerance for diverse opinion should be encouraged."Mr. Aitzaz Ahsan further said that, he was happy to see more girls than boys in the delegation of NLP of SMIU.
He advisedthe students to learn and incorporate the behavior of tolerance, to question the existing notions and give benefit of doubt to others.
Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah talks with SMIU delegation at the Parliament House
Syed Khurhseed Ahmed Shah, the Leader of Opposition in the National Assemblyhas said that students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University belong to the great institution,which has produced great leaders of the country" He said this while talking to the delegation of SMIU at the National Assembly, where he had invited them for the visit. The delegation was comprised of students, faculty and staff members, who are visiting some national institutions in Islamabad under the National Leadership Program (NLP) 2016-17.
Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah said that today's students have to lead the nation and the country in future, but to achieve such leading role in the country, they must give priority to their study at the institution.
The opposition leader said that an educated person can understand sensitivity of issues because they would be well aware about the reasons, parameters, effects and consequences of the issues. As a result they may think and work to make the situation better.
While appreciating the NLP Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah said that reading books, curriculum and exposure of social activities is equally important for the composite intellectual development of a student. These activities may provide students different perspective of issues and broader their vision.
He stressed upon the students to work hard for acquiring knowledge that would contribute in resolving the issues. The opposition leader also considered the primary education as a nursery of higher education.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU thanked Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah for inviting the delegation of SMIU at the National assembly. He also gave credit of opening Girls Secondary School in the SMI, when he was federal education minister in 1990s.
On the occasion the SMIU students and other members of the delegation visited different galleries and the parliament house.
Later on the SMIU delegation visited Air University, where they were welcomed by its Vice Chancellor MR. AVM. Faaiz Amir, Registrar, senior faculty and staff members. The representatives of the university briefed the delegation about the university. Vice Chancellor SMI University Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh thanked the senior management of the Air University for inviting them for the visit the Air University.
09 January 2017
Students of SMIU have extra responsibility of representing their institution with prestige, because this institution has the honor of being an Alma-Mater of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. These views were expressed by the President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain, while addressing the delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, at the President House, Islamabad.
The delegation of SMIU's students, faculty and staff members led by Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, is currently on the visit of Islamabad's some important national institutions under the 2nd National Leadership Program 2017 (NLP).
The President said that SMIU is prestige institution among other institutions of the country due to its association with the founder of the country Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. This is why, I hope that the SMIU students will maintain its honor with their hard work, dedication, commitment, principles and discipline.
While appreciating the NLP initiated by Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, the President of Pakistan said that other educational institutions of the country should also follow it in order to incorporate leadership qualities and practical learning, exposure and a positive vision among the students.
The President urged the students to actively participate in co-curricular activities and also concentrate on their education. He highlighted the importance of the education of Science and Information Technology in the current era and considered these domains as the dominating zones in the upcoming future.
Mr. Mamnoon Hussain said that the students should prepare themselves for future leadership roles as an honest, educated and dedicated individuals, to make Pakistan a developed country.
The president said that the students of SMIU should not forget their association with Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah with their great institution. Besides they must respect their parents and teachers, and to keep the level of their character and confidence high.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU briefed the gathering about aims and objectives, nature and selection criteria of student for NLP. He also thanked the President of Pakistan for inviting SMIU delegation at the President House and hoped that the President of Pakistan will also extend his same support to SMIU in future.
Minister for Education Mr. Baligh-ur-Rehman, and senior Alumni of SMIU Mr. Iqbal Umer and Mr. Habib-ur-Rehman were also present on the occasion.
Later on, the SMIU delegation visited Higher Education Commission and Pakistan Institute of Parliamentary Services (PIPS), where they had sessions with Professor Dr. Arshad Ali, Executive Director HEC, and Mr. Zafarullah Khan, Executive Director PIPS respectively.
18 December 2016
Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani has said that in case of Pakistan, they were the provinces who created it. This he said while delivering his talk under the title "Pakistan at 70: Devolution and Democracy" at the inner courtyard of the historic Main Building of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, last evening.
He said the provincial assemblies of Sindh and the Punjab opt for Pakistan using their democratic right of vote. He said the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, then known as Sarhad province, decided to opt for Pakistan through a referendum, while Baluchistan also joined the federation through 'Maslahati Commission.' Hence, the federation of Pakistan was created by the provinces, giving a part of their authority to the federation.
He said Quaid-e-Azam had been an ardent supporter of provincial autonomy throughout his political career. The stance of the All India Muslim League under Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had been in favour of granting the provinces more autonomy in undivided India.
Speaking about separation of East Pakistan, he said that it was a matter of record that the first ever privilege motion moved in newly created assemblies of Pakistan related to a question that why the language of the majority of the people of Pakistan (Bengali) was not the national language. He said the seeds of the separation were sowed at that stage.
He said that the youth must know the real account of the history of Pakistan, as they are the future of of the country.
He said we must produce citizens who will go long way and believe in deviation from democratic process which should be fair and for benefit of Pakistan. Emphasizing on democratic education, Mian Raza Rabbani said our young generation needs to be able to put questions to their government and the parliament.
He said the parliamentary form of government and provincial autonomy are two pivotal points to make Pakistan stronger and prosperous. He was of the view that denying the provinces their rights and denying the people of their language would weaken the country.
Chairman Senate said that despite of many failures he is very hopeful about the future of Pakistan through democracy. "In the present democratic era, there are number of issues of governance and weak systems, but I still believe that democracy is better than any other form of government." He further added that the cure of the ills of democracy lied in more democracy and said that the democratic process would eliminate the corruption and other demerits in due course of time.
In his address Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the latest research suggests that the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) in Pakistan was possibly the earliest cradle and model of democracy in the world. He said amongst the four contemporary civilizations of IVC, the Mesopotamia, the Nile Valley, Anatolia and China, the pervasive influence of an imperial authority could be felt. But, the Indus Valley was different as there is no trace of grandiose structures acting as centers of authority such as forts, palaces or great temples.
He said that the evidence behind this assertion has been the city plans of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, where all the houses irrespective of the social status of the residents had a standard layout and size, and only special structures, possibly public buildings, had been treated differently in the city plan.
He said that many historians believed that this type of civic controls and an organizational system could only have stemmed from some kind of "rule by the people" that was exercised in some Greek city-states some two thousand years later. He said in view of this many scholars have been asking: "Did Greece give birth to democracy, or did Greece simply follow a practice developed earlier?"
He said that the Indus Valley script has not yet been deciphered, which is a handicap to attempts to draw any final conclusions.
He said that the democracy was in the genes of the people of Pakistan, being the heir to Indus Valley Civilization. However, he said the invasions and foreign rule had suppressed the longing for democracy to some extent but the desire had not died down.
Earlier, the Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani visited the Jinnah Museum of SMIU and showed keen interest in relics and academic credentials of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other old students. He also saw the old record of SMIU preserved at the museum.
The program was also attended by foreign diplomats, eminent educationists, students and faculty members.
13 December 2016
Chairman Higher Education Commission Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed has said Pakistan have lot of potential in the education sector and our research work has been recognized at international level around the globe. He said this while delivering his talk on subject of "Higher Education in Pakistan: The way forward" at Sindh Madressatul Islam University.
He further said, we have to put serious efforts in education for achieving international top ranking and education but still with small investment, Pakistan is competing with the rest of the world. Appreciating the research work of Pakistani scientists HEC Chairman said that we are in a very good position as compare to previous years but have still not crossed spending of 0.29% in the higher education sector.
Dr Mukhtar Ahmed further said, if will we go to history we would realize that Muslims were the people who initiated many kind of subjects in the world. In between the era of 3rd to 13th century our forefathers were the leaders in the different fields weather it was Mathematics, Health, Medical Education, Chemistry, Physics or Astronomy. He said they were the Muslims who invented theories and formulas that become the base of education of today's education. We have to invest in education and our academia need to play their role which they are supposed to play.
In his welcome address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University talked on the role of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in developing leadership. He said that the prime feature of Sindh Madresstul Islam used to be its production of leaders, the names of many leaders which are associated with this institution are so many.
07 November 2016
Ms. Grace W. Shelton, U.S. Consul General in Karachi has said that, Sindh Madressatul Islam University has shaped the beliefs of its students on the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and it has continued to shape the minds of Pakistani leaders of tomorrow. Addressing the students, faculty and staff members of SMIU on Monday, U.S. Consul General said that the students of SMIU are fortunate by attending the SMIU, and walking on the footsteps of Father of Pakistan.
"I am really thankful to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for inviting me at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, to see the institution where founder of Pakistan studied and to meet with its students, teachers and deans," she said.
Ms. Grace W. Shelton further said that she was impressed with the notion used by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh (Vice Chancellor of SMIU) in his speech about SMIU, saying that "it is a nursery of leaders." She said that the students of SMIU will emerge from SMIU and work for bright future of Pakistan.
Talking about the role of United States in improvement of education in Pakistan she said that she is proud of the role which United States is playing as the partner of the government and people of Pakistan in wide ranging areas including health, economic development, power, infrastructure, defense cooperation and community engagement. "But today our focus is on cooperation in education and building opportunities for Pakistani youth," she said.
Ms. Grace W. Shelton further said that we know that the youth of Pakistan posses a tremendous potential, we know that youth of Pakistan love to learn, they have deep respect for their families, communities and the country. That is why the USA gives tools to them to lead the next generation to build peaceful, prosperous and democratic Pakistan.
She said that since 2009, the USA has reopened and built 1000 schools in Pakistan. It is also building 106 schools in Sindh province for young students. She further said we are working with the Pakistani partners across the country to provide reading assistance to hundreds of thousands students of grade one and two. She said the USA is also focusing on the education of girls.
U.S. Consul General said the USA is also deeply involved in higher education of Pakistan. It is providing scholarships to students through Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. Also we are providing Wi-Fi to 100 higher educational institutes across Pakistan. She said that Pakistan is the largest Fulbright scholarships recipient in the world. "We are very proud to have partnerships with institutions in Pakistan that will build capacity in the Pakistan's education system, to generate world class students,"
In his welcome address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University talked on the need of cooperation between Sindh Madressatul Islam University and the universities of USA. He said that the USA has a highly qualitative education system; even China is getting benefited from
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh was of the view that today we are living in the era of nationally and internationally collaborations and cooperation hence should focus on the areas that can help our students to become successful future leaders. Talking about SMIU he said that it is considered the nursery of leaders. Throughout its 131 years of history it has produced a large number of leaders including founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He said that even today it's a large number of alumni are leading various fields in the country. Dr Shaikh said that Sindh was the land of eight thousand years oldest civilization, where people were civilized, educated, tolerant and enlightened.
"After partition of the subcontinent there were two provinces of Pakistan that had edge in education, one was Bangal then called East Pakistan and the second was Sindh," Dr Shaikh said added that, but today Sindh has to improve its quality education.
On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented Sindh's cultural souvenirs to Ms. Grace W. Shelton and Mr. John of Public Diplomacy Department of US Consulate Karachi. Reciprocally, she presented some souvenir to Dr Shaikh also.
The US. CG also visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU, where she took deep interest in educational record of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other old alumni of SMIU.
06 November 2016
Dr Hamida Khuhro, a veteran historian of Sindh has said that Sindhi is an ancient and rich language, in which rich literature is produced, but people of Sindh have neglected it. She said this while speaking at a reception hosted by Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) in the honor of delegates of Sindh Literature Festival (SLF), at inner courtyard of Main Building of SMIU on Sunday night, November 5, 2016. The three day festival was held at a local hotel of the city.
Dr Hamida Khuhro further said that it was a good sign that a huge literary program was organized in Karachi by some young people. Hence such tradition must be continued in the future also.
"Likewise the Sindh Literature Festival, Children's Literature Festival should also be organized in various citees of Sindh," she suggested. Recalling her days of early life Dr Hamida Khuhro said it was her uncle who was used to bring Sindhi books from Sukkur to Larkana, for her, as at that time they were living in Larkana. "I used to read books on history of Sindh and also of stories in Sindhi language, in my childhood," the great historian of Sindh said and added that in later days she also got education in Sindhi language that helped her to understand history, literature and culture of Sindh."
While praising the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for up gradation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, she said Dr Shaikh had organized a successful 2nd International Seminar on Sindh through the Centuries, two years back, so he should also take initiative in organizing programs on Sindhi literature and culture also.
Mr. Saeed Ghani, Senator, Government of Sindh said that it was a good initiative to organize Sindh Literature Festival in Karachi that will play an important role in promotion of Sindhi language and literature. He said that there are a large number of best Sindhi writers, who are producing good literature, hence they must be honored.
Director of Russian Consulate Karachi said that the programs like Sindh Literature Festival are contributing a lot in promotion and development of national languages like Sindhi language. He said that Russia also gives preference to its national and regional languages. He suggested that there should be collaboration between the universities of Pakistan and Russia.
Dr Suleman Shaikh, Secretary of SZABIST in his speech said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is not merely a university, but it is a movement, which started 131 years ago by its founder Hassanally Effendi, and now Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh running it successfully. He said that Sindhi language has centuries old roots in Sindh and despite facing difficult days on various times, it has survived. Therefore, Sindhi language has no threat in future also.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his welcome address said that Sindh Madressatul Islam has produced such persons, who created a new Sindh. Mentioning periods of before and after establishment of SMI he said that there was 75 percent Muslim population in Sindh before 1885, but they were deprived of all their fundamental rights. Also there was no arrangement of modern education for their children. But when SMI was founded it gave birth to a new Sindh that played a pivotal role in creation of Pakistan.
Talking on the Sindh Literature Festival he said that it was a most healthy activity that will inspire, especially the youth who will design their new approach about Sindhi literature, culture, history and education. He congratulated the organizers of SLF on the success of the festival. Mr. Ali Akash and Mr. Naseer Gopang, organizers of SLF also spoke on the occasion.
The reception was attended by a large number of diplomats of various countries, writers, intellectuals, academia, jurists and representatives of civil society including Justice (retd) Hamid Ali Mirza, Abdul Qadir Mangi, former Secretary Sindh Culture Department, Mr. Hamad of British Council Pakistan, Dr Arfana Mallah, Amar Sindhu, Dr Ali Rind, Dr Ayoob Shaikh, Dr Qasim Rajper, Rakhial Morai, Asghar Soomro, deans, faculty and staff members of SMIU and other guests.
02 November 2016
A group of 11 female final year students of SMIU, along with two female faculty members are leaving for China to attend month long internship program at Sanya University, from Friday, November 4, 2016. The SMIU students are going to China under the agreement signed between Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Sanya University of China. One male faculty member Dr Mujeeb Abro who has done his PhD from China is accompanying the group as coordinator.
It must be mentioned here that before this group of female students, another group of SMIU's ten male students of final year have already completed their one month internship from Hainan Tropical Ocean University, China, recently. Among the students who are going to China are Areeba Baig, Mahgul Nadir, Mahnoor Azhar, Misbah Iqbal, Sitara Sahar, Sumiara, Neelam Kheemani, Mahvish Baig, Tania, Falak Nawaz, and Qarina Mehboob. While among the faculty members are Dr. Mujeeb Abro, Assistant Professor, Department of Media Studies, Ms. Sahrish Abro, Lecturer, Department of Business Administration and Ms. Sahar Zafar, Lecturer Department of Education.
While saying goodbye to the group, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University said that the SMIU is equally providing opportunities of modern learning and training to its students at campus as well abroad. Because, without international exposure, the learning process of a student couldn't be completed. He expressed best wishes for the students of SMIU who are going for internship program to China.
26 October 2016
A delegation of United Kingdom's BPP University, led by Mr. Peter Crisp, Dean and Chief Executive of BPP Law School, UK and Ms. Lil Bremermann - Richard, International Director, BPP Professional Education Group called on Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Wednesday at his office at SMIU.
Later on, BPP University's delegation held a meeting with SMIU's senior management led by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh at Committee Room of the University, where they discussed on future collaboration and joint programs in the field of education. SMIU's Deans and Registrar were also part of SMIU's delegation.
During the meeting, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh briefed the delegation about Sindh Madressatul Islam University's historic role in modern education in Sindh and also talked on the present day SMIU and its unique role in quality education.
Later on the delegation visited Jinnah Museum of the University, where they shown keen interest in the academic record of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, specially his education at SMI and Lincoln's Inn, London.
24 October 2016
Prominent journalist of Pakistan Mr. Mahmood Shaam has said that although print media has no big threat in the age of Digital Media, but it must bring basic changes in its reporting, display of news and layout.
Delivering lecture on "Future of Print Media in Digital Era", organized by Department of Media Studies of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, at Junagarh Hall of the university on Monday, the veteran journalist said that despite electronic and social media, the print media is still stable and popular specially in Pakistan, He said today the major weakness of newspapers is that they have launched their own channels also. This is why, the owners of newspapers are giving less attention to their newspapers and also less investing in them. "The newspapers are paying low salaries to their journalists in comparison with the journalists working in their television channels," he said.
He further said that according to some sources, today in Pakistan circulation of Urdu and English newspapers is 12 million copies, viewers of television channels is 60 million, users of internet are 34 million and mobile phone users are 130 million.
Mr. Mahmood Shaam said if newspapers are shaped according to the needs of 21 st century, then there is a future for them, but today majority of newspapers are being published on the pattern of 1980s. The only change in the newspapers is that they are now being published on computer instead of calligraphy.
He further said that the timing of editorial writing should also be changed. In the past main source of the event for editorial writing was only newspapers, this is why editorial was written in morning, but today due to electronic, digital sand social media, news of any major event remains not fresh, therefore editorial should be written just before finalizing the copy.
Mr. Mahmood Shaam also said newspapers should not publish news of high government officials including prime minister, chief ministers etc. as the lead news, because people have already listened such news on the channels in the day, therefore, their own exclusive news or like the newspapers of the West, education, health and the news related to problems of masses should be made the lead news.
He also said channels are spreading confusion up to 11:00 pm daily, therefore, newspapers should need to clear such confusion in their next edition.
Mr. Mahmood Shaam further said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University and other universities can play a historic role in such situation. He said ideologies are getting birth in the universities. This is why, universities can train the future journalists of the country very well. He said SMIU can also give a charter about the newspapers of 21 st century, politics, economy and about the society to Pakistan.
He praised the role of Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for converting SMIU into the modern university.
Earlier, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech eulogizing the great role of Mr. Mahmood Shaam played in journalism in Pakistan said that Mr. Mahmood Shah has given about a half century of his life to journalism in the country. Now he himself has become an institution.
He said that Mr. Mahmood Shaam is among those journalists who are not only journalists, but they are working on the idea to bring social change in the society. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said education and journalism are un-separable subjects, but the young generation has lost their interest in book and newspaper reading. Despite that fact print media in Pakistan still occupies its space.
The question- answer session was also held on the occasion.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also gave souvenirs to the guest. Before the lecture Mr. Mahmood Shaam also visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU
20 October 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Medical Unit in coordination with the Student Welfare Office, observed Pink Ribbon Youth Awareness Day at SMIU.
In this respect two days activities were organized by all female students and female faculty and staff members in the premises of the university. On the first day of the program, a large number of girl students participated in tug of war, human ribbon, poster/play card competition and skits, held in front of the Talpur House of SMIU.
On the second day, a program was held in the auditorium of SMIU, which was chaired by Mrs. Shaista M. Ali, spouse of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University. Addressing the program, the speakers said that especially young women should spread basic information regarding breast cancer in the society. "Due to lack of basic information and early diagnosis of the disease, the affected women suffer a lot," they said. Mrs. Shaista M. Ali, in her speech appreciated the efforts of SMIU's Medical Unit and female students who successfully organized the day on very important health issue of the country.
19 October 2016
An 18 member delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has returned back
from Malaysia after completing study tour of major universities and other important places of the
country including Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia, University of Kuala Lumpur and
the International Islamic University of Kuala Lumpur. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice
Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University had also joined them on some occasions of
their study tour of the said country.
The delegation comprised of 12 students (6 female and 6 male students), 4 faculty members and
2 administrative staff officers. Students, who were part of the delegation, were selected through
an open competition under the Leadership Program of the university.
At the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia, the authorities of the ministry briefed SMIU
delegation about education system of the country and governance of public and private sector
universities. It was informed that out of top 100 universities of Asia, five universities are of
Malaysia.
During the visit of University of Kuala Lumpur, SMIU delegation was warmly welcomed by the
administration of the university. During the briefing, SMIU delegation was informed that 27,000
students are getting education in very wide range of disciplines in its 12 campuses.
Similarly, at the International Islamic University of Kuala Lumpur, SMIU delegation was
informed that the university is spread over 1000 acres of land with enrollment of 38,000
students, who receive Islamic learning there.
During the visit of Malaysia, SMIU's 12 students gave presentations on various subjects related
to various aspects of Malaysia including An overview of Agricultural Sector of Malaysia, State
of Science and Technology in Malaysia, School Education in Malaysia, Tourism Industry of
Malaysia, Environmental issues of Malaysia, Cultural Heritage of Malaysia, Malaysian
Educational Policy, Social issues being faced by Malaysian Society, Malaysian Arts and
Architecture, University Education in Malaysia, Political System in Malaysia and An overview
of Industrial Sector of Malaysia.
SMIU delegation also visited various cities of Malaysia including Malacca.
07 October 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the research work is essential to understand causes of Asia's great Lake Machhar, law and order situation, air and noise pollution and de-motivating factors for selecting teaching as a profession in Karachi. He said this while speaking at the research meeting held at SMIU's Junagarh Hall on Friday, where four SMIU researchers gave presentations on their proposed research studies.
Among the researchers were Ms. Ayesha Tajmmul (topic: Study of water quality of Manchhar Lake and its Mitigation by Magnetic Technology), Dr Ambreen Fazal (topic: Impact of Law and Order Situation on Academic Performance: A Survey of Karachi), Dr Hashim Zuberi (Environmental and health impacts of urban air pollution in context of urban explosion and climate change: Case of East and West districts of Karachi) and Dr Stephen John (topic: Investigating diverse motivational factors distressing career choice as a teacher: A Phenomenal Approach).
In his presidential address Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that today Manchhar Lake is facing a great threat due to toxic materials of industries dropping into it through Right Bank Out Fall Drainage (RBOD) and from domestic wastages. He said that SMIU's researchers are working on the issue of contaminated water of Manchhar Lake. And in today's world the Magnetic Technology is being used for purification of water. So, in this regard SMIU will initiate experimental work in its Malir Campus by using Magnetic Technology on the small level. And after finding satisfactory results of it, then the Government of Sindh will be suggested to use the same technology for the purpose at Manchhar Lake.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh while talking on the presentation about law and order situation in Karachi's two areas like Lyari and Kati Pahari, said that we need concrete evidence of effects of law and order situation on education of the city. He suggested that the entire city should be divided into three categories like localities of poor people, middle class and affluent class. By these different spectrums we can draw a complete picture of affects of law and order situation on education and students of the city.
Similarly, he said that we have also included other parts of the city in the research study on pollution. He suggested that the researcher should conduct study on air and noise pollution separately. Talking on the career in education, Dr Shaikh said that it is also a problem of the entire country that the competent persons are not willing to join field of education as a profession. Therefore, de-motivating factors behind career choice in education field should be found through research study. The session was attended Dean and other senior faculty members.
06 October 2016
Vice Chancellors of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam have agreed upon to work jointly in the areas of research, training and other fields of mutual interest.
In this regard Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and Dr Mujeeb-u-ddin Sahrai, Vice Chancellor of SAU signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday at the Committee Room of SMIU.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that Sindh Agriculture University is playing very significant role in the field of agriculture education and development of the province, because Sindh is an agrarian based province of the country, which needs guidance in the said field all the time. He said that the SMIU and SAU are contributing a lot in their respective fields; therefore, the cooperation between these two universities will produce good results for students and faculty of both the universities and also for the country. "Prof. Dr Mujeeb-u-ddin Sahrai is rendering commendable services for promotion of agriculture education in Sindh that ultimately benefit the country," Dr Shaikh said.
Dr Prof. Dr Mujeeb-u-ddin Sahrai said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University being the historic institution of the country is considered most reputable institution in the region. He said SMIU has emerged as one of the most quality universities of the country in the very shortest period of four years and this whole credit goes to its Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh. "Dr Shaikh has dedicatedly worked for SMIU, as first its Principal and then vice chancellor," Prof. Dr Mujeeb-u-ddin Sahrai said and added that besides its quality education at the campus, SMIU is doing a marvelous job by providing international exposure to its students.
He said that SMIU and Sindh Agriculture University can jointly produce best results in the quality education and research as both are the major universities of Sindh. He invited the SMIU students to visit the SAU.
Later on, Dr Mujeeb-u-ddin Sahrai visited Jinnah Museum and appreciated the preservation of educational record of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
05 October 2016
Mr. Nauman K. Dar, President and CEO of Habib Bank Limited has said that the new generation of Pakistan will not allow happening collapse of the country. They are future leaders, who will follow principles of honesty and hard work.
Addressing students and faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Wednesday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university, Mr. Nauman K. Dar said that only way of resolving problems of Pakistan is to work hard and not believing in safarish culture. By this way, we can make our country and children prosperous.
He further said that we have to create good atmosphere, secure life and eradicate poverty from the country. "Education is not only reading and writing process, but it is to serve the community, society and the country," the president of HBL said and added that, to achieve such objectives students must believe in merit, hard work and honesty.
Talking about SMIU, the president of HBL said that it is the institution of leaders. Also it is a liberal and progressive institution. It has a history of students and faculty, belonging to different religions, color and creed. Hence, we have a responsibility and task to build the nation and institutions.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech said that there are two common points between SMIU and HBL; one was the association with Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah who was behind the foundation of HBL. And other is neighborhood. Besides, both are also known for their quality in their respective areas of work.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that these two most important institutions of the county could work jointly for human resource development. He suggested that the SMIU and HBL can jointly organize seminars and conferences in this respect. Apart from it, SMIU is working for community development in Malir and it is establishing a resource center, vocational institution and school there for poor women and children. Hence, the SMIU and HBL can work together for these poor people also.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented Ajrak, Khes, his some books and a shield to Mr. Nauman K. Dar.
Earlier, Mr. Nauman K. Dar visited Jinnah Museum and shown keen interest in educational record of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, who is also Vice Chairman of Board of Directors of United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) along with current Chairperson of USEFP Ms Christina Tomlinson and Executive Director Ms Rita Bruun, cutting a cake of 66th Anniversary of Fulbright Program at Islamabad. Fulbright program in Pakistan completed its 66 years of great service, under which thousands of talented Pakistani scholars and students have received their fully sponsored PhD and masters degrees.
22 September 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has launched fresh B.Ed and M.Ed Programs, in accordance with the policy of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. The admissions will open in B.Ed and M.Ed Programs from Monday, 26th September and will continue up to 13th October.
Duration of the B.Ed program would be 1.5 years for those candidates who had done M.A/M.Sc. and the duration of 2.5 years would be for the candidates having B.A/B.Sc or B.A (Hon.) with second division or 50 percent marks. Likewise, duration for M.Ed program would be 01 year. Candidates who have done B.A/B.Sc. & B.Ed. B.S.Ed. with second Division or 50% marks can apply.
The admissions are also open in Associate Degree in Education for In-service Teachers, for the period of 01 year. Eligibility for this program is Intermediate & PTC with 05 years teaching experience, or CT/Diploma in Education with 05 years teaching experience with 2nd Division or 50% marks is required.
Candidates including those students who are awaiting for their results, can apply on Online (www.smiu.edu.pk) or visit to the Admission Office Help Desk of SMIU during the working days (from Monday to Friday), from 9.30 am to 5.00pm. Classes will be commenced on weekends in the Morning from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and on week days in the Evening from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm at SMIU.
20 September 2016
Ms. Belinda Lewis, British Deputy High Commissioner in Karachi has said that the university education is not only for achieving a degree, but it is about everything, it is about living life, lifelong dreams and extending skills.
Education is not a formal learning also, it is about lifelong learning, so keep pushing yourself and keep developing you.
Addressing the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium she said that there is a beautiful environment at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, and it is so interesting to be in Karachi to look at its architecture and to see similarities between the architecture of my own country. It is a rich mixture of architectural styles. Hence, this is very interesting place to see.
British Deputy High Commissioner further said that I have learnt many lessons and experiences from my university education, which were most stressful, and there was a lot pressure on myself, at Oxford University and Cambridge University, but I managed to balance all these things.
She further said that in our country and also over here in Pakistan we are lucky that we are studying in universities with fantastic facilities. Therefore, the students should teach their people in their spare time and volunteer for charity to improve people's education. "If everybody has the spirit of generosity to give something to the community, which is around you," she maintained.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech while welcoming the British Deputy High Commissioner said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has historic relations with the United Kingdom. He said it was Mr. James Strachan, an Architect of Karachi Municipality, who had designed the Main Building of SMIU and supervised its construction work, and in return, he didn't charge a single rupee as fee. Later on, the said building was inaugurated by the then Viceroy of India Lord Dufferin, while coming from Calcutta to Karachi.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that the third great person who served SMI was Mr. Thomas Henry Vines, who remained here as a Principal for the longest period, from 1903 to 1922. Apart from him Mr. Percy Hyde and Mr. Harrison were also great Principals of the institute, belonging to UK. "In 1930's Mr. Harrison had also taken efforts for female education at SMI as at that time Muslim population of Sindh was 75 percent and Hindu's population was 25 percent only, but ironically, more Hindu girls were getting education than Muslims girls in Sindh.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said we are living in the era of international collaborations and cooperation, therefore, he hoped that British Deputy Higher Commissioner will play a role of a bridge for cooperation and collaborations between Sindh Madressatul Islam University and other universities of the country and the universities of UK.
On the occasion Dr Shaikh presented Ajrak, Khes and his books to Ms. Belinda Lewis. A documentary on SMIU's 131 years of historic journey was also screened on the occasion.
Later on, she visited Jinnah Museum and took keen interest in relics of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi and other alumni and old record of the institution. Mr. Naveed Shaikh, Secretary to Chief Minister Sindh on Universities and Boards also attended the program.
09 September 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) signed MoU on Friday, at a ceremony held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and Dr. Shahid Siddiqui signed it. According to the MoU, both the national universities will cooperate with each other in training, research work, M.Phl and PhD programmes.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, while addressing the MoU signing ceremony said that today we are living in the era of collaborations and linkages. This is why; SMIU has established its linkages with the universities of UK, USA and China. Also SMIU gives preference to establish cooperation with the national universities. The signing MoU with AIOU is a part of the said effort. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that the collaboration between SMIU and AIOU will ultimately benefit the whole country. He highlighted the services of Dr Shahid Siddiqui rendered for higher education and also in research and creative literature.
Prof. Dr Shahid Siddiqui in his speech said that the establishment of AIOU was a great vision of the then Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr. Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, in 1974, aimed at to get the nation literate through distance learning. At that time, there was only one distance learning university in the world and that was The Open University, UK. Today, 1.3 million students are enrolled at AIOU, where education and training is being provided mostly to the boy and girl students of remote areas of the country in more than one hundred disciplines.
Dr Siddiqui said that we can't live in isolation nationally and internationally. Therefore, we must learn from each other and work together for bright future of the country. Praising the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, he said that Dr Shaikh has all qualities of leadership and he is creative, caring and committed person, who always thinks and works for betterment of SMIU. He said that the cooperation between SMIU and AIOU will benefit both the very important universities of the country.
On the occasion Dr Shahid Siddiqui presented a shield some publications of his university to to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh. Dr Shahid Siddiqui also visited the SMIU's Jinnah Museum.
08 September 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Allama Iqbal Open University will sign MoU on Friday, September 9, 2016 at 2:30 pm at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and Prof. Dr Shahid Siddiqui, Vice Chancellor of Allama Iqbal Open University will sign MoU at the ceremony, which will be attended by deans and chairpersons of SMIU.
08 September 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the university is providing opportunities of national and international exposure to its students through "SMIU Ambassadors Program." Under this program 126 students have be selected through a fair selection process.
Addressing the Badge Distribution Ceremony for SMIU Ambassadors 2016-17, at the Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU Ambassadors will be sent to the United Kingdom, Turkey, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka and China for visit of higher educational institutions and also for the internship programs. "Currently, SMIU's 10 students of final year, under the supervision of a faculty member, are doing internship at Hainan Tropical Ocean University of Hainan Province of China," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that among 126 students, 50 students will be sent to the above mentioned countries and the rest students will be sent for visits of various universities of Pakistan.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that the "SMIU Ambassadors" is a unique program for the students in the country. In this respect SMIU is also seeking international collaborations from various world organizations working for higher education.
"We want to groom our students to the international standards, as to provide competitive, honest and experienced future leadership to the country," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said.
Earlier, Deans of SMIU Pro. Dr. Aurangzeb, Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali and Registrar Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, distributed badges among the 126 students, who were selected as SMIU Ambassadors.
07 September 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has expressed his deep sorrows over sad demise of prominent educationist of Pakistan Dr Abdul Wahab.
In his condolence message Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that, Dr Abdul Wahab was among a few educationists of the country, who produced most successful leadership for every sphere of life while serving on various core educational institutions of the country as a head. "He was a true patriot, who believed in social change through quality education," he said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Dr Abdul Wahab had also close friendly association with Sindh Madressatul Islam University, where he was regularly used to come and deliver special lectures to the students of SMIU, on the subjects, confronting society and youth of our country. "We lost a great friend of SMIU and an honest and dedicated educationist," Dr Shaikh said.
05 September 2016
An 11- member delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has left for Hainan Tropical Ocean University of Hainan Province of China, for one month internship last day. It was the first group of SMIU students, which is participating in the internship program, after getting university status for the institution.
Giving details about the SMIU delegation, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University said that the delegation was comprised of 10 students of final year and one faculty member. He said the host university was providing residence and tuition fees to the students; SMIU has borne the expenditure of air tickets, while the students will bear their daily expenditure of food etc.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the internship program was carried out under the MoU signed by both the universities - SMIU and Hainan Tropical Ocean University, last year at SMIU, during the visit of heads of leading Chinese universities, to SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides providing quality education to SMIU students at the campus, we are trying to provide them international exposure too. "Earlier, a delegation of nine students and four faculty members had visited UK universities, under an agreement with British Council. Similarly, a delegation of 50 boy and girl students of SMIU had visited important universities in Pakistan, located in Islamabad, under the National Leadership Program," Vice Chancellor of SMIU said and added that the main objective of SMIU's these efforts to produced good, competent, eligible and honest future leadership.
03 September 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), while welcoming the new batch of SMIU said that they are fortunate as they have been admitted in the institution, which has remained historic and an exemplary institution in the subcontinent due to its highly responsible and productive role in the field of modern education.
Speaking at the Orientation Day organized by SMIU for its newly admitted batch for session Fall 2016, on Saturday at its auditorium, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that today, SMIU, being the modern university of Pakistan, sets new examples and trends in quality education and overall grooming of its students. He said that the students selected for SMIU are fortunate that have got a chance to study in a university which is most prestigious due to its association with Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Hence they have multiple responsibilities to fulfill in the future life. "SMIU is the only university that sends its students to other countries under various leadership programs, free of cost. In this respect a group of SMIU students is leaving for China for internship program on Sunday, September 4th," the vice chancellor said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh announced that during the current year 60 deserving students will be given scholarships. He stressed upon them to follow the discipline, ethic rules and policies of the university, if anyone found violating it, strict disciplinary action will be taken against him/her. He said the students must concentrate on learning and research by getting maximum benefit from the facilities available at the university. "The students must know that the SMIU has the history of 131 years of success, hence they should understand its sanctity and honor," Dr Shaikh said.
Earlier, the students were introduced with academic departments of the university by Deans and chairpersons. Similarly, heads of IT Department, Office of the Research, Innovation and Commercialization, Quality Enhancement Cell, Examination Department, Library and Students Welfare Department were talked about the facilities and opportunities, being provided to the students. They also informed the students about academic culture and standard of education.
02 September 2016
The speakers while lauding the services of Sindh Madressatul Islam University spread over 131 years have said that SMIU is the integral part of the history of educational movement of Muslims of subcontinent and also of Pakistan. It changed the course of history of the region by producing great leaders. They said this while addressing at the 131st Foundation Day anniversary of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, observed on Thursday night.
Mr. Jam Mehtab Dahar, Sindh education minister, while representing the Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is not a traditional institution like others, but it is unique in its character, that led the nation to the independence through its alumni like Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and others.
The minister said that the Vice Chancellor of the university Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh has made it an ideal institution through his visionary approach that must be followed by other higher educational institutions of the province. "The provincial government of Sindh is working hard to remove the difference of education prevailing among students of urban and rural population by providing equal facilities and environment to them," Mr. Jam Mehtab Dahar said. The education minister on behalf of the Sindh Chief Minister pledged that Sindh government will provide all necessary assistance to SMIU, because they consider SMIU a proud on asset of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his keynote address said that SMI University was a dream of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, which was materialized in 2012. SMIU vice chancellor further said that the life of institutions is always longer than the human beings; therefore, SMIU will continue its national services in the coming centuries also.
Dr Shaikh paid great tributes to Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, SMIU's founder Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, former Principles Mr. Thomas Henry Vines, Percy Hyde, Harrison, Dr Umer Bin Mohammad Daudpota, Architect of SMIU's Main Building Mr. James Strachan, the then Viceroy of India Lord Duffern, who came to inaugurate SMIU's Main Building, from Calcutta, and others, who played significant role in progress and development of Sindh Madressatul Islam.
Mr. Salman Farooqui, an alumnus of SMIU and present Federal Ombudsman, while sharing memoires of his student life at SMI's college said that, they were used to organize programs of national level, which were attended by Ms. Fatima Jinnah, Abdul Rab Nishtar, Moalvi Abdul Haq, Josh Malihabadi, Dr. Umar Bin Mohammad Daudpoto and other prominent person of the day. The students of SMI also participated in various world class youth conferences. This kind of activities trained the students for their future leadership role.
While presenting tribute to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on converting SMIU into an ideal university, Mr. Farooqui said that Dr Shaikh has set new standards for other vice chancellors to follow. He said the vice chancellor SMIU himself led the students to Islamabad and UK under leadership programmes. No vice chancellor of the country can do that. "As I owe to the country, what I am today, I equally owe the SMIU, hence I demand that SM Science College and SM Law College should be given under the SMI University, because these institutions were part of SMI in the past,' the federal ombudsman concluded.
Mr. Waqar Qadeer Dar, Prosecutor General of NAB said that it was a great pleasure for him to attend the 131st anniversary of SMIU, which also produced great names of legal fraternity including founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Justice Tufail Ali Abdul Rehman, Justice (retd.) Syed Sajjad Ali Shah and others. He eulogized services of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, rendered for this great institution and said that it will be more developed under leadership of Dr. Shaikh.
Counsel General of Russia in Karachi Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev said that SMIU has unique academic traditions. It is one of the oldest educational institutions of Pakistan, where modern education is being imparted to under privileged students with the help of large number of PhD holders. The Russian Consul General said that he sees a bright future for SMIU.
Mr. Sikandar Ali Shoro, Special Assistant to Chief Minister Sindh on Science and Technology, said that he was proud of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's role that enabled Muslims of the region to compete with other nations in the British Raj through modern education. Praising role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, for giving new birth to SMIU, he said that SMIU should open its campuses in other parts of Sindh. He also suggested to the Sindh education minister to support the idea for better quality education of students living in remote areas of Sindh.
Dr Suleman Shaikh, Secretary SZABIST said that Hassanally Effendi brought a revolution in the education system of Sindh by establishing Sindh Madressatul Islam. Later on, other persons followed him by establishing modern schools in Naushehroferoz, Tando Bago, Hala and other parts of Sindh. He said today's educational institutions needed the leadership like Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Pir Mazharul Haq, former education minister of Sindh said he had also played a little role for getting university status for SMI. I, as the provincial education minister had piloted the bill of SMI University in the Sindh Assembly. He also congratulated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, his colleagues, students and faculty members on the occasion of 131st anniversary of SMIU.
Prof. Muhammad Rais Alvi, Director KASBIT, said that under the dynamic leadership of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, SMIU has progressed a lot, which reflects enthusiasm and vision of its leader.
Mr. Saifuddin Bandooqwala, another old alumnus of SMIU said that after 131 years, SMIU is not aged, but it is grown and growing. He congratulated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for making SMIU, the best institution of the country.
Earlier, Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean, Faculty of Information Technology presented welcome address and later on, Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce presented vote of thanks. During the program students of SMIU presented cultural shows, reflecting cultural diversity of the country. A documentary about 131 years of successful journey of SMIU was also screened on the occasion.
The program was attended by a large number of prominent personalities, educationists, intellectuals, writers, SMIU's faculty members and students.
In addition to the evening program, SMIU students organized the programs in the morning also in the auditorium of the institution.
Ms. Shaista M. Ali, spouse of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, was the chief guest at the program organized by SMIU Model School. In her speech she lauded the services of the institution rendered for nation building through modern education. She along with Principal of SMIU Model School Ms. Nabila Kanwal and other teachers performed cake cutting ceremony.
29 August 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University will celebrate its 131st Foundation Day on Thursday, 1st September 2016, with great spirit and enthusiasm. The celebration activities will start from 8:30 am and continued till 10.pm. Such decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, on Monday. After detailed discussion, the arrangements of the celebration were finalized.
It was decided that the three separate programs will be held to observe the great day of the institution on 1st September. The mega event will hold in evening of the mentioned day, where prominent academicians, government functionaries and other dignitaries will participate. Before it, the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and SMIU Model School will celebrate the foundation day of their Alma-Mater at SMIU's auditorium, respectively. Speeches, cultural shows and tableaus will be presented by the students on the occasion.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU while speaking at the meeting said that 1st September is a big day in the history of SMIU, Sindh and Pakistan, because on this day the Muslims of Sindh had received a most modern and quality institution in the British colonial period in 1885. Later it produced great leaders include founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Hence, the whole nation must celebrate this day with pride and reverence. The meeting was attended by deans of different faculties, chairpersons, registrar and other heads of different administrative departments.
24 August 2016
Mr. Bilal Syed, a US expert on automated budgeting and finance, has said that the financial operations in U.S. are carried out mostly through electronic medium. He said this during his lecture to the faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at Junagarh Hall of the university on the subject of Automated Financial Operations in USA, on Wednesday. This lecture was a part of 10- Days Faculty Development Program, launched by SMIU for its faculty from August 22 to September 02 at its campus.
Mr. Bilal Syed said that in U.S. the budget is prepared two years before the intended year. He thanked Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, for inviting him to address the faculty and visit the institution.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his welcome address said that financial matters including preparation of budget and its transparent execution are very important for any country and any organization. He said that there are also certain limitations, rules and regulations for preparation and execution of budget. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that our younger generation should learn from the life of Mr. Bilal Syed, a U.S. national of Pakistani origin, who has achieved such an important position in USA, through his hard work.
Question- Answer session was also held on the occasion.
14 August 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Pakistan is more prosperous and stable today than the day, when it had gotten independence on 14th August 1947.
Addressing the Independence Day Celebration at the Alma-Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah on Sunday, he said that after independence, there were no resources in newly born country to run its routine affairs. Besides it, there was a major question of survival in front of its founders, but now, Pakistan has not only survived, it has ample resources, developed during the last 70 years, more educational institutions, health facilities and other infra structure.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that today's Pakistan is also facing some challenges internally and internationally, but we have to face these challenges with courage and wisdom through individual as well as collective performance.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh further said that we, instead of criticizing each other, every citizen, must fulfill his/her national responsibility and think and act for better Pakistan.
"There is no difference among the people, living in different provinces of the country, but these all identities of nationalities, ethnicity, language and culture are real identity of Pakistan, which must be respected, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that Sindh Madressatul Islam University feels proud that it has produced the leaders who created Pakistan, like Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Abdullah Haroon and others. Likewise, SMIU is trying to produce future leaders of Pakistan also.
"SMIU's students must feel proud that they are fellow students of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah," Dr Shaikh said and added that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had received his education from four educational institutions, i.e., Sindh Madressatul Islam, Anjuman-e- Islam Bombay, Church Mission, Karachi and Lincoln's Inn, London, but he bequeathed one third of his personal property for Sindh Madressah through his Last Will. He had also inaugurated Sindh Madressah College on June 21, 1943, that shows his great love and reverence for his Alma-Mater. "We are the real custodians of ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, which must be up hold," he said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also paid great tributes to the founder of Sindh Madressatul Islam Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, who was born on 14th August 1830.
The vice chancellor of SMIU appreciated the speeches and national songs presented by the students of MIU during the celebration. On this occasion SMIU students delivered speeches in English, Urdu and Sindhi languages and sung on the national songs. A group of SMIU students also presented a cultural walk, reflecting the folk culture of Sindh, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and Kashmir. Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh performed flag hoisting ceremony in the premises of SMIU.
12 August 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has expressed his deep sorrows on the demise of Hanif Mohammad, the greatest cricketer of Pakistan and an alumnus of Sindh Madressatul Islam.
Paying great tributes to this legendary cricketer, the head of the Alma-Mater of Hanif Mohammad, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he had played various matches in the ground of Sindh Madressah and had always showed his love and reverence for his Alma-Mater.
"The nation has lost one of its great sons as well as SMIU one of its illustrious old students, who also brought fame and pride to his Alma-Mater," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that during schooldays of Hanif Mohammad at SMI in 1950s, he learnt playing cricket under the tender care of his sports teacher Master Abdul Aziz at the ground of SMI. He said the playground where Hanif Mohammad played, still provides opportunities to students to polish their sports skills.
Dr Shaikh expressed condolence with the grieved family of "Little Master" Hanif Mohammad and prayed peace for his eternal soul.
03 August 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that SMIU will soon introduce e-management and paperless system of working at the university, to make it most modern university of the country. Addressing at the meeting of principal officers, administrative staff and IT experts of SMIU at Junagarh Seminar Hall of university on Wednesday, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said the SMIU has always remained a modern institution throughout its history of 130 years and has regularly brought changes within its working system to coup up with the challenges of new era.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that the entire record of all administrative offices of SMIU is being digitalized. "Today, we are living in the digital age, hence we must shift all traditional administrative work to the electronic management, using fewer papers. "Due to adoption of such process, the working efficiency of the staff will improve and time will also be saved," he said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that the HEC's Smart University Project has been implemented at SMIU in first phase. Apart from it, PeopleSoft Campus Management System will replace existing administrative systems with technology that will support the growing and changing campus and provide extensive web-based, self-service functionality to faculty and students also.
He maintained that the Online Admissions of Spring 2016 and Fall 2016 have successfully done through PeopleSoft CMS, as well as Online Transcript of Spring 2016 exams have been uploaded on Student Self-Service portal. Currently data migration activity is in progress. Dr Shaikh said that by the commencement of classes of Fall 2016 every student will be migrated at the new system. Therefore, Student Fees, grades and other records will be centralized.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that Digital Library is already working at SMIU. Therefore, SMIU will completely shift its working at e-management system soon.
02 August 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that students of poor and lower middle class are getting education of 'O' and 'A' level at SMIU Model School, which makes it a unique institution in the public sector schools of the country.
Addressing the meeting of teachers of SMIU Model School on Tuesday at Junagarh Seminar Hall of the University, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides introducing Cambridge system of education in SMIU Model School, it has also been affiliated with the Aga Khan Board of Education which will help it in getting good results.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said it is also a fact that the SMIU Model School is providing better education to the students of under privileged classes than the private schools, but we are still trying to make it a real model institution of the country. He was of the view that there was no discrimination between rich and poor at SMIU Model School and we are equally providing educational opportunities to all the classes of the society.
He said that the majority of the teachers of the school are devotedly working, but they have to improve their teaching skills and teaching methodology. The Vice Chancellor said that in the country, there are not ideal public sector schools especially for the children of poor and lower middle class families, but it was the SMIU that is providing quality education through the Cambridge system of education. "We want that the students of poor families should also get best education, because they have also a fundamental right to get quality education as the citizens of the country," he said.
Ms. Nabila Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School, Wajid Ali Shah, Vice Principal and Mr. Abdul Latif Chachar, senior teacher, also spoke on the occasion.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also formed a three member committee comprised of Dr Shaista Naz, Chairperson of Department of Education, Ms. Rakhshanda Kaukab and Mr. Stephen John, with the task to review the performance of the SMIU Model School.
01 August 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that the research culture will be promoted in the university and three research journals will be launched soon. He said while chairing the meeting of Deans, Chairpersons and faculty members of SMIU, held at Junagarh Seminar Hall of SMIU on Monday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that there is a correlation between teaching and research, hence the faculty, especially the young faculty members must do research work, for which SMIU is providing all the required facilities and incentives to them.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has entered in its fourth year of academic activities from 1stAugust as the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan has recognized it in August 2012. Afterwards, while completing the appointments of faculty, administrative staff and infrastructure processes, classes of first batch of SMIU students were commended from January 2013. Thus, the SMIU has completed its four years of academic activities successfully. Now the university has entered in its second most intensive phase, where faculty and students, especially of Master programs must concentrate on research work, individually and in groups.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the SMIU is sending its students to the universities in China and Turkey for internship programs. Likewise, the faculty members will also be sent to the universities of UK for PhD program under spilt degree programs.
The Vice Chancellor said that each department of SMIU will also organize students seminars, based on research work by students, but the plagiarism will be discouraged. "Through seminars, the culture of dialogue gets promotion, and research skills are also developed among the students," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that teachers training programs will also be held on regular basis at the university.
"In the last five years the SMIU has succeeded to get recognition as one of the best public sector universities of the country, now it needs more improvement in teaching and research work," Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University said.
Deans of SMIU Prof Dr Syed Asif Ali and Prof Dr Aurangzeb also spoke at the meeting.
Karachi 31 July 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University conducted Entry Test for Fall-2016 at its premises on Sunday for Bachelors and Masters programs for its five departments. The figure of candidates who had applied for admission through online was 941 against the available 300 seats. It was an adequate evidence of increasing demand for admissions at SMIU, which happens to be an Alma-Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, while inspecting the Entry Test process, said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has emerged as one of the best universities of the country; this is why a large number of students want to get admission at SMIU. "We will never compromise on merit and the admissions will be given purely on merit basis at SMIU," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is providing quality education to the younger generation of Pakistan with PhD faculty and modern facilities. It also provides scholarships to its deserving students and various opportunities of participation in national and international leadership programs.
Interviews of successful candidates will be held from 10th to 13th August, 2016, while classes will be commenced from 5th September, 2016.
28 July 2016
Students of SMIU are directed to enroll / register their names and courses for upcoming Fall 2016 Semester. Last date for course registration for Fall 2016 semester isAugust 10, 2016.Student will not be allowed to attend the class if he / she is not enrolled / registered in courses for Fall 2016 semester. The students of Spring 2016 admissions are advised to deposit their fee challans byAugust 10, 2016,and enroll their names throughCMS student self servicebetweenAugust 17 to August 25, 2016.
30 May 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences (LUAWMS), Uthal signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Monday at SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU and Prof. Dr Dost Muhammad Baloch, Vice Chancellor of Lasbela University singed the MoU regarding cooperation in Exchange of faculty members, research personnel and graduate and under graduate students for study and research, joint educational, academic, training and research activities, participation in seminars and academic meetings , provision of research training and course work for M.Phil students, supervision of PhD students at subsidized fee structure, exchange of administrative managers/coordinators and training and development of administrative and academic staff.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that we welcome this kind of cooperation that will be beneficial for both the universities of Sindh and Balochistan.
"Sindh and Balochistan, provinces of Pakistan have historic ties with each that will surely strengthen with this kind of collaboration and cooperation" Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and maintained that Sindh Madressatul Islam University will welcome students, faculty and administrative staff of Lasbela University at SMIU under the exchange programme. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Lasbela University is so close to Karachi city, therefore their cooperation in various fields of education will be in the interest of economic growth of the country, because China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is also nearer to both the areas.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also talked on Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's association and love for his Alma Mater SMI.
Pro. Dr Dost Muhammad Baloch said that the MoU will be helpful for newly established Lasbela University many ways. He said that we shall work together especially in marine science, education, media studies and other areas of research and training. He also said that SMIU may send its students for internship at LUAWMS. He also said that LUAWMS is an important university of Balochistan, as it is nearer to the Gawadr port and CPEC project. Also it is close to SMIU; therefore, cooperation between these two brotherly universities is in a national interest.
Praising the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, he said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has very well developed SMIU within a shortest period. "We are also getting inspiration from his intellect, knowledge, way of work and dedication," the vice chancellor of Lasbela University said.
Later on, Pro. Dr Dost Muhammad Baloch visited SMIU's Jinnah Museum and other historic buildings and sections.
23 May 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's first group of final year students comprising 12 principal candidates will go to China's Hainan Tropical Occasion University, located in its Hainan province for 5 -Week Internship Program, from September 2016.
The selection of these students was made purely on merit. The students, who secured more than 3.0 GPA in their academic results and highest numbers in declamation contest and had also participated in various co-curricular activities at SMIU, have been selected. Therefore, out of 24 shortlisted candidates, 12 principal candidates are eligible to achieve the opportunity of having learning experience in China.
The Hainan Tropical Occasion University will bear their accommodation and tuition fees, and tickets will be provided by SMIU, while food, medicines, laundry and other personal expenditures will bear by the students.
The selected fortunate students are: Shahryar Khan, Umair Khan, Muhammad Danial Waseem, Atif Fayaaz, Masoor Manzoor Chandio and Fahad Patel (Department of Computer Science) Mohsin Abbas, Muhammad Arsalan, Arshman Naseer and Navin Kumar ( Department of Business Administration) and Hasnain Ali and Muneer Ahmed (Department of Media Studies). The remaining shortlisted students will to go China in the second phase.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU has said that this will be a first group of SMIU that is going to abroad for internship programme. "We are trying to give world exposure to our students along with the modern education at the campus," Vice Chancellor of SMIU said and added that we are creating a lot opportunities for study and research work for SMIU students and faculty members in the foreign partner universities. He hoped that the students selected for China will learn new things from China who is a time tested friend of Pakistan and on their return their motherland will benefit from them.
04 May 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the country needs good, honest and dedicated teachers on primary and secondary level, who could prepare new generation for development of the country in the present most challenging century.
Speaking at a farewell party organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University in the honor of a retired teacher of SMIU Model School Syed Wajid Ali at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Wednesday, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said Syed Wajid Ali was an ideal teacher adorned with love, care and responsibility. The Vice Chancellor further said that during the last 22 years while heading the institution he found Syed Wajid Ali a most devoted and selfless teacher, who produced a number of successful students from here.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said these were the senior teachers of Sindh Madressatul Islam who stood along with him in the struggle of elevation of SMI to the level of university and we all succeeded in the mission. He said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University's school section was a mother of the university, this is why, he wants to make it the institute of international level.
Syed Wajid Ali, the senior teacher who completed more than thirty years at SMI, in his emotional speech said that it was Sindh Madressatul Islam, from where he earned unconditional love, respect, promotions and successful career. "Whenever I had listened prominent former students of SMI while speaking over here, and who were recalling their golden memories of school days spent SMI, I had wished that I couldn't have also been SMI's student, but now it was impossible, then I promised myself to do the job honestly and dedicatedly at SMI," he said and added that today, when he is going to get retirement from this great institution, he is satisfied that he fulfilled his promise by devotionally working at SMI. He expressed his thanks to the Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, who always trusted him and gave respect and different responsibilities to him during his service at SMI.
Ms. Nabeela Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School said that Syed Wajid Ali was a true teacher, who always gave preference to the quality teaching and was a humble and polite in his attitude.
Mr. Abdul Latif Chachar, a senior teacher of SMIU Model School, while recalling his 33 years old association with Syed Wajid Ali said that one can gauge his dedication and honesty from the example that I was teaching subject of Islamiat to the students of tenth class of SMI and Syed Wajid Ali was teaching the subjects of mathematics and physics to same students, but every year in the month of January he had used to request me that I should give him at least two periods from my entire workload, as he wants to give more time to the students, who were going to appear in the final examination.
Other senior teachers Ms Zahida Abbasi, Mr. Wajid Ali Shah and Syed Qutab Ali Shah also highlighted the role of Syed Wajid Ali and called him a most valued teacher of SMI.
On the occasion Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave a shield, Ajark, topi and other souvenirs to Syed Wajid Ali as recognition of his services rendered at SMI.
04 May 2016
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah Wednesday said his government had prioritized education during the last seven years which was evident from the fact that it established more than 10 universities in public sector with the objective to encourage higher education in the province.
"The general impression that Sindh has been lagging behind in education has no reality as fact conveniently show that how hugely we have funded education with special emphasis on the higher education," said the chief minister while speaking as the chief guest at the concluding session of the three-day Sindh-Hainan Universities Forum's conference, organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University at a local hotel.
He said education has been the sector which government of Sindh had unquestionably put on top of its priorities and with the involvement of the Chinese universities that field Sindh was bound to reap the fruit.
He said PPP's founder Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was architect of the Sino-Pak friendship when he was Pakistan's foreign minister. "Mr. Bhutto was the person whose endeavors got China and United States closer." Similarly, Shah said former president, Mr. Asif Ali Zardari, visited China several times and explored more avenues to benefit Pakistan, thus Sindh.
He said he also went to China a couple of times along with Mr. Asif Ali Zardari where he looked for possibilities of assistance of China in improvement of agriculture sector of the province.
"Ours is agro-based province, thus it always interests me when I get anything new in improving this sector. And, I am happy to say that Chinese experts who later came to assist us in Sindh gave us so valuable suggestions that it doubled our production of cotton and rice." With export of those produces, he said, the advantage even doubled.
He announced a grant of Rs20 million for Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which organized the conference.
Senior minister for education, Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, said Pakistan was reaping the fruit of Sino-Pak friendship with the advent of CPEC that had been sown by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. He said with the help of China, "we will be better equipped and we'll learn more from our friends."
Vice chancellor, SMIU, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, presented the report of the three-day conference to the chief minister. He said it was Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah who directed him to expand the scope of SMIU's joint venture with the Chinese universities to all the universities of Sindh and, if possible, to whole of Pakistan, to assist Pakistani educational institutions create linkages with their counterparts living along the Yellow River.
"The chief minister was the moving force, which eventually got 14 universities of Pakistan signing 56 agreements with the universities in Hainan," said Mr. Shaikh.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also thanked Chief Minters Sindh, Chinese delegates, vice chancellors of various universities of Pakistan and other guests, who attended the Forum.
04 May 2016
Heads of the universities of China's Hainan and Pakistan's Sindh have agreed to set up mutually and equally funded Pakistan-China Research Centres in the universities of the respective provinces of the two countries to launch joint research projects. The universities of Pakistan and China also initially agreed to launch student exchange programme for short-term courses and proposed to plan for long-term courses in future.
Representatives of the four universities from Hainan province and 14 universities of Pakistan discussed issues involved in the students and faculty exchange programme, which included visa process, and fund transfers etc.
They decided that universities of the two countries would send their students to each other for 4-week and 6-week courses who would be issued with guest visas. The host universities would provide academic assistance, food and lodging to visiting students.
"There should be a platform where we could share information with each other. We should launch joint programmes, for which I place an offer for our Pakistani researchers that they will be welcomed for any research that interests the two countries. We'll fund it," said Prof Jianbao Li, president of Hainan University, while presiding over a session on the concluding day of the three-day Sindh-Hainan Universities Forum workshop organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at Hotel Marriott.
He proposed that his university was ready to fund research projects in many fields that had shared interest for both the neighborly countries. He said universities of the two nations should set up joint research institutes in the universities located on each other's soil.
Likewise, he said universities of both the countries could launch joint research projects for which his Hainan University would be pleasingly funding. He said projects that related to ocean studies, issues, and conflicts or those relating to the CPEC that help aware the Chinese investors willing to invest in the project about risk evolution etc would be highly welcoming.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, vice chancellor, SMIU, said his university was ready to be involved in mutually conducted research projects and provide funds equal to its Chinese counterpart.
He said the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan had allocated $1 billion for universities, besides; Sindh government was generously supporting the SMIU for its research endeavors.
Dr Shaikh said China was emerging as the world's economic powerhouse, it was, apart from other things, was concentrating on constructing trade routes and Pakistan should grab the opportunity to get most of the fact that it had brotherly relations with the Asian giant. By engaging in joint research, said the SMIU VC, both the countries would be benefitting from it.
He said development had its problems as well as, on one hand, the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) had huge economic benefits for the two countries, but on the same side, it was bound to create certain social problems as well. He said as CPEC got pace it would create displacements of communities, force cultural adjustments as new industries would create cultural differences; and all those problems were worth addressed to.
"China and Pakistan Should collaborate to address those issues; and here comes the role of researchers to help those engaged in development process," said Dr Shaikh and added that communication gap between the two countries could be removed by learning of national and regional languages of China and Pakistan.
Dr Khalid Amin, head of International Cooperation, Institute of Business Management (IoBM) called for investment in applied research, which could contribute in wellbeing of the society, as, he said, the developing world, Islamic nations in particular, were miserably lacking in that field.
He said the combined GDP of all the Islamic nations, 57 to be precise, was less than a single developed nation like the United Kingdom and Germany of Europe. He said superior technological knowledge played important role in the development of nations.
Giving the state of affairs vis-à-vis research in the developing countries, he said, 95% of that research was purely for academic consumption, which largely remained unutilized and had little relevance to the society.
"We need to rely on applied research," he said, adding his institution had research ties with at least 60 universities of various countries. Jointly, he said, those universities were engaged in meaningful research that could be used for the sake of development of the society.
He suggested that there was need to produce graduates who were tailor-made to be used in China and Pakistan for conducting applied research. "There should be combined research that could be used for the corporate world."
Dr Razia Sultana, vice chancellor of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar, said the universities' forum would provide a representative platform for joint research ventures in innovative manner especially that interested the two countries.
She said China was a global power and its economy was destined to top the world by 2018, and it was in the interest of Pakistan's universities to get benefit of the success story of the friendly neighbor and set in motion joint research projects with its counterparts across the border.
"We should learn from each other's experience as China has been helping us attain lasting economic stability in our country."
Prof Yang Ziju, vice president of Hainan Tropical Ocean University and Ms. Li Huiyan of Sanya University, also spoke on the occasion.
Dr Mazharul Haq Siddiqui, ex-VC of the Sindh University while addressing the session held on Prospectus and mechanism for faculty and students exchange programme, said Sindh's liberal mindset had no conflict with the Chinese socialist culture. He said both countries had creative and hardworking people who would be panacea to kill all the ills, whatsoever.
Prof Chen Zuocong, vice dean, school of computer engineering, Hainan Tropical Ocean University, Xuebing ling of Hainan University, Dr Abdul Razzaq Sabir, vice chancellor, University of Turbat and Dr KB Mirbahar, VC of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Sakrand, also spoke on the occasion.
At the conclusion of the Sindh Hainan Universities Forum representatives of Pakistan's 13 universities signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with four universities of China's Hainan province.
Under the MoUs the universities of the two countries agreed to cooperate with each other in future research-oriented and student and faculty exchange programmes.
Pakistan's universities were: University of SMIU, Dow University of Health Sciences, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Sindh Agriculture University, Tando Jam, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lasbella University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkana, Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Sakrand, University of Turbat, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University Peshawar, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto University of Law and IBA.
The universities of China were: Hainan University, Hainan Normal University, Sanya University and Hainan Tropical Ocean University.
03 May 2016
Governor of Sindh, Dr Ishrat-ul Ebad has announced that his office would be setting up a help desk at the Governor's House with the mandate to facilitate the universities of Sindh establishing academic ties with their counterparts in China
"We are going to establish a help desk at the Governor's House for coordination between the universities of Sindh and China," said Governor Dr Ishrat-ul Ebad Khan while speaking with a delegation of four Chinese universities and 13 vice chancellors of Pakistan's universities at the Governor's House.
The 10-member Chinese delegation along with the vice chancellors of 13 universities of the country discussed prospects of academic ties with the Chinese universities and other educational institutions. They introduced their programme for international institutions to the governor and said for Pakistani students, the Chinese authorities more to offer because of brotherly relations of the two countries.
Governor Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan said his desk would take care of coordination and collaboration of the universities of Sindh with Chinese authorities and academic high-ups.
He said the Governor's House had already established a similar desk for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in which investors and companies were being offered with facilitation regarding investment in the CPEC projects.
"Basically, CPEC is future of our region," said the Governor.
He said intellectuals would be spearheading the future interaction between the two countries, thus the universities would be playing key role in grooming and providing those intellectuals.
The governor praised Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), for engaging Chinese universities and establishing student exchange programme, which, he expressed his pleasure, was the first in history of Pakistan.
"It is good to know that our province Sindh has taken lead in establishing contacts with the universities in Hainan province of China," he said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said Sindh-Hainan Universities Forum, which had organized the ongoing conference between the universities of the two neighborly countries, was founded an unparalleled academic cooperation.
Meanwhile, during the day's proceedings on the second day of the three-day conference, officials of four leading Chinese universities introduced their campuses and faculties to a packed audience at Hotel Marriott.
Representatives of the Hainan University, Hainan Normal University, Hainan Tropical Ocean University and Sanya University gave introduction of their institutions at series of sessions during the conference organized by the SMIU.
Yundi Chen, secretary of the Party Committee, International Education School of the Hainan Normal University, said under the Chinese government's policy of internationalization and globalization of the higher education, the number of universities in China was on the rise. Similarly, he added, it was also increasing the number of international students was increasing as well.
He said the foundation of the Sindh-Hainan Universities Forum was historic, which would help China and Pakistan to start mutual programmes relating to higher education and training in the two countries.
Prof Jianbao Li, president of Hainan University, Haikou, said he invited universities of all the provinces of Pakistan to send their students to the largest university of Hainan province of China.
Xuebing Ling, deputy director of the international cooperation and exchange of Hainan University, Prof Ziju Yang, vice president, Hainan Tropical Ocean University, Prof Zuocong Chen of Hainan Tropical Ocean University, Lu Dan, president, Sanya University and his associates including Che Yi, Gao Yilan, and Li Hiyan, representing various disciplines and Zhijun Qing of Hainan Normal University's journalism and communication school, gave presentations about their respective institutions.
They said Chinese government; Hainan's provincial government and universities themselves offered scholarships to foreign students in their institutions.
The audience was informed that more than 30,000 students were enrolled with the Hainan University alone. In a presentation, an official of the Hainan Normal University said the university's culture experience museum spread over around 4,500 square metres while its library boasted more than 157.5 million volumes.
Speakers said China opened up its campuses for international students since 1988 and at present pupils from the five continents were enrolled with the Chinese universities.
Most of the Chinese universities, they added, had academic ties with universities in scores of countries. The number of academic collaboration and foreign enrolment was on a healthy rise, the audience was told.
02 May 2016
KARACHI: Chairman Senate, Mian Raza Rabbani, on Monday said collaboration between the universities of Sindh and Chinese province of Hainan was a 'healthy departure' by Pakistan from the old policy of looking towards educational institutions in Europe and United States, and that 'education corridor' would play a role in forging unity among the nations in Asia.
He said there should be a link between the universities of Pakistan and the country's parliament as being practiced elsewhere in the world, which would help the parliamentarians to devise concrete and reality-based policies in light of the guidance and advice of the scholars in universities.
The Senate chairman was speaking as the chief guest at the opening session of the Sindh-Hainan Universities Forum under China-Pakistan Partnership organized by the Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at Hotel Marriott.
With the advent of the three-day Forum, affiliation of the SMIU with four universities in Hainan was formally announced. According to the agreement, the universities would offer admission to the two countries, and SMIU initially will its 20 students to China for short period.
Mr Rabbani spoke over the historic background of the Sino-Pakistan relationship. He said former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Chairman Mao forged friendship, which strengthened with the passage of time.
"We, the people of Asia, share many things in common in our rich history and tremendous future, and initiatives like this will help us a long way to forge inseparable Asian unity," said Mr Raza Rabbani.
He said Sindh and Hainan had many things in common - from geography and historic events to the fact that both - communism in the Chinese province and Sufism of Sindh - fight against autocracy.
"This education corridor launched by the two provinces of the sisterly nations will bring prosperity for both the countries and create economic fortunes that will benefit the generations to come," he said.
He said China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) would cement relationship between the two countries and improve Pakistan's ability to defend its soil more efficiently.
He called on for 'academic freedom' and reinforcement of intellectual discourse in the country as, according to him, it would offer better prospects and shining future and help the parliament come about with reality-based solutions to all sorts of challenges Pakistan faced.
"The government should encourage academic discourse in universities and parliament should benefit from the intellect of scholars in universities in its proceedings and future legislation," he said.
He said dominant bourgeois stopped debate in universities to perpetuate their rule, which should be restored now.
He said Senate had signed memorandums of understanding (MoU) with eight leading universities of Pakistan, under which they would sent interns to the upper house. In fact, he added, some of those interns were already working in the senate.
Similarly, Mr Rabbani said, a MoU had been signed with the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) in under which they would provide the senate intellectual pool to help members and standing committee devising concrete and reality-based opinions.
He said it was high time to ensure autonomy of universities as they were the only forums that could help exposing best talent in Pakistan to the world and make the country one of the leading academic nations in the world.
He lauded Vice Chancellor, SMIU, Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, for looking to Asia instead of the West as most generally did.
Earlier, Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh traced back the civilizational past of Pakistan and China, which was as ancient as 5,000 years. He said both the countries had trade relations for millennia. He said universities were leading the world and effectively engines that offered advancements to the world.
He said formal contact between universities of the two countries materialized last year when a Chinese delegation visited Sindh and was reciprocated by a Pakistani delegation headed by him to China.
He said vice chancellors of 13 universities of Sindh were taking part in the conference, which would provide opportunity to them to have direct contact with 10 Chinese delegates from four universities of Hainan and strengthen the relationship further.
Acting consul general of the Chinese Mission in Mu Yong Ceng, hoped that this forum would open up new avenues in the field of education.
Prof Lu Dan, president of Sanya University, said cooperation between the two provinces in the field of education was the only way to gain prosperity for which he gave example of China's development that it achieved in one-third time compared to other nations.
Justice (retired) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah and MNA Ghous Bux Maher, members of SMIU syndicate, also spoke on the occasion.
02 May 2016
In the firs technical session of Sindh - Hainan Universities Forum held on China-Pakistan Cooperation in Education, and was presided over by Abdul Qadeer Rajput, chairman, Charter Inspection and Evaluation Committee at a local, the speakers spoke about various cultural and educational initiatives that the two countries took in the course of past decades. The three day forum is being organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University under China - Pakistan Partnership.
They said in 2003, a cooperative standard programme was launched under which the Higher Education Commission (HEC) had sent more than 200 students to China on scholarships. They said the Chinese government preferred Pakistan in offering most educational scholarships for foreign countries including Pakistan.
The audience was informed that Confucius Institutes had been established in the University of National University of Modern Languages (NUML) and the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad. Across the border in China, Pakistan Study Centres had been established in four of its universities.
Speakers said there were 178 universities in Pakistan, of them 103 were being run in public sector, while more than 2,000 universities were running in China, a nation of 1.4 billion population.
It was addressed by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Prof. Lu Dan, President of Sanya University, Ms. Che Yi, Vice President of Sanya University, Prof. Ghulam Asghar Channa, Vice Chancellor Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkana, and Prof. Dr Razia Sultana, Vice Chancellor of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar.
Experts at the second technical session on Educational Landscape in Sindh and Hainan said there were huge prospects of mutual cooperation in the field of education for both the countries.
Iqbal Hussain Durrani, secretary to chief minister for universities and boards, chaired the session. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor, SMIU, spoke about the language barrier between Pakistan and China and suggested to the Chinese authorities to make for English language faculties in their universities, which would create more interest internationally about education in China as well. He said he had offered to the Chinese that Pakistan would teach English to their faculties free of cost.
Qing Zhijun, vice dean, journalism and communication school, Hainan Normal University, said it was great time for Hainan and Sindh to go for mutual learning through long and sustainable partnership in education.
On behalf of Che Yi, vice president, Sanya University, it was said that thousands of scholarships in China would be offered in future in which Pakistani students and faculties had huge chance to take benefit from.
He said rich people were investing in Hainan and higher educational institutions were making contributions in overall development.
Dr Khalid Amin, head of international cooperation, Institute of Business Management (IoBM), said China had vast programmes in English language and the country was open to all. He said his institution did not give degrees until a student qualified in at least one foreign language. He said now they were starting Mandarin among those languages.
Discussing dual degree programmes in the final and third session of the day, chaired by Justice (retd) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, heads of various universities and functionaries of the governments of the two countries spoke over the prospects of the idea, in which they also mulled over the mechanisms for quality assurance.
Yundi Chen of Hainan Normal University, Haikou, said his university had degree programmes for international students like other educational institutions in his country. He said they enjoyed complete support by the Chinese government for their international education programmes. He said Pakistani students could take benefit from all scholarships - thousands in number - offered by the Chinese authorities.
Dr Akhtar Baloch, vice chancellor, Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari, said the question of curricula had to be discussed threadbare by the academia of the two countries as sensitivities were involved in the split programme. He said such sensitivities should be identified, discussed and settled before the programme got finalized.
He said Sindh suffered huge deficiency of PhD faculty members, thus, such split programme be more research oriented to get the desired benefit from it.
Xuebing Ling, Deputy Director of Hainan University, said Pakistani students would find greater prospects in China and similar learning experience would be there for the Chinese.
Dr Qazi Khalid Ali, Vice Chancellor, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto University of Law, said international collaboration and partnerships in education sector had become integral part in the 21st century.
Vice Chancellor SMUI Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh also highlighted the dual programme and called it in the interest of Pakistan and China.
27 April 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is going to organize 3-Day Sindh - Hainan Universities Forum under China - Pakistan Partnership from May 2, to 4th May in Karachi.
Speaking at a media briefing held at Junagarh Hall of SMIU on Wednesday, he said that Governor of Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan, who is also chancellor of public sector universities of Sindh, will inaugurate the Sindh - Hainan Universities Forum, while Syed Qaim Ali Shah will be chief guest in the concluding session on May 4. Consul General of China will also attend the Forum. Among other main speakers will be Mian Raza Rabbani, Chairman Senate, Mushahid Hussain Syed, Chairman of Pakistan- China Institute, Syed Murad Ali Shah, Provincial Finance Minster, Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, Senior Education Minister, Sikandar Ali Mandhro, Provincial Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs, Mr. Iqbal Hussain Durrani, Secretary to Chief Minster for Boards and Universities, representatives of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and others will address different sessions.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that a ten member delegation of China's four universities as Hainan Tropical Ocean University, Sanya, Hainan University, Haikou, Hainan Normal University, Haikou and Sanya University, Sanya is attending the Forum. Apart from it, 13 vice chancellors from all the four provinces of Pakistan are also participating in it.
Giving more details about the Sindh- Hainan Universities Forum Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides inaugural and concluding sessions there would be 10 technical sessions, which will be held on China - Pakistan partnership in education, Hainan and Sindh's educational landscape, prospectus for joint/dual degree programme and mechanisms for quality assurance, introduction of China's partner universities, research collaborations in social sciences and management disciplines, prospectus and mechanism for faculty and student exchange programms and opportunities for research in science disciplines.
He further informed the media persons that the said Forum will open new avenues of cooperation between the universities of both the countries. "The Forum will bring China and Pakistan closer in the field of higher education. It will also open doors of higher education for students and faculty members of both Sindh and Hainan provinces and also encourage other provinces of the country," Dr Shaikh said and added that the Forum will produce positive results for students and faculty of SMIU that will be in larger interest of Pakistan and China.
13 April 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University is organizing a 3- Day "Sindh - Hainan Universities Forum" from" 2nd May to 4th May 2016 in Karachi. The Forum will focus on key aspects of educational partnership between Sindh and Hainan provinces of Pakistan and China, respectively under China-Pakistan Partnership basis. The forum will focus on many areas of interest including enhancing China- Pakistan partnership in education, educational landscape of Sindh and Hainan provinces of opportunities for joint research in science disciplines, research collaborations in social sciences and management disciplines, prospectus for joint/ dual degree programmes and mechanism for quality assurance.
Four universities of China from Hainan Province are participating in the programme, which are Hainan Tropical Ocean University, Sanya, Hainan University, Haikou, Hainan Normal University, Haikou and Sanya University, Sanya.
Besides inaugural and concluding sessions, there would be ten technical sessions on variety of subjects.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the said Forum will bring China and Pakistan closer in the field of higher education. It will also open doors of higher education for students and faculty members of both Sindh and Hainan provinces.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides China, vice chancellors and noted educationists from Sindh as well as rest of Pakistan will participate in the Forum.
09 March 2016
One hundred students selected through a competitive process shall be designated as "SMIU Ambassadors", who shall be sent to visit various universities in United Kingdom, China and other countries as well as represent SMIU in various national and international events and programmes.
This was disclosed by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) while addressing the Concluding Ceremony held at the premises of SMIU on Wednesday as a chief guest, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that among these students 50 will be female and 50 will be male students. "This kind of competition would be a part of their learning," the Vice Chancellor said.
Congratulating the office bearers of Students Societies and other students on organizing such unforgettable event Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that organizing the festival of more than 35 events, was a huge task that was successfully fulfilled by the student and hoped that they will serve the country with such spirit and skills in their future lives
He said that the SMIU students have a tremendous talent, which they have exhibited during the last three days of the Spring Festival, organized by all the six Students Societies. This festival has also proved a source of learning and training for the students of SMIU.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh distributed shields among the winner students of various programmes including theater, singing, sketching, photograph, cultural creative Pakistani Cultural Walk, storytelling and stall organizing competitions respectively.
The Vice Chancellor also distributed trophies among the winner and runner up teams of cricket (female and male), tug of war, race and other games. SMIU student Maham received the title of "Ms SMIU" and Sohail Khan Jadoon "Mr. SMIU" during the festival. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave them shields also.
Earlier, in his welcome speech Prof Dr Aurangzeb, Dean of Business Administration said that during the last three days of the festival more than 25 events held at the Pandal, and almost 16 events were held outside it. He further said that 27 stall were setup by 6 Students Societies of SMIU and 3 bookstalls were setup by noted publishers of the city.
Before the concluding session, Declamation and Debate Competition on Resilient Women of Pakistan, Satirical poetry recitation, trilingual debate competition, musical concert, quiz competition and other programmes were held. These programmes had also provided food for thought to the students.
08 March 2016
The Literary Society of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) organized a talk on "Pakistan: A Modern Country - Contrast Between Jinnah's and Today's Pakistan" by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU on the second day (Tuesday) of Spring Festival at the premises of the university.
In his thought provoking talk Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh elaborated the ideals of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah for Pakistan in detail. In this respect he highlighted the rights and role of women, minorities, poor people, youth, government officers and Pakistan's relations with other countries including India with reference to Quaid-e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's speeches delivered on different occasions.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that 8th March was being celebrated as International Women's Day, therefore he preferred to revisit the thoughts of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah on women. He said that the Quaid had fully favoured equal rights and respect to women. Giving reference of the Quaid's speech delivered on 10 March 1944 at a meeting of the Muslim University Union, Aligarh, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said the Quaid had said that, "no nation can rise to the height of glory unless your women are not side by side with you. We are victims of evil customs. It is crime against humanity that our women are the shut up within the four walls of houses."
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that we have failed to honour the Quaid's ideals about women. Even today, women are being subjugated in various forms include karo kari and vata sata,
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that only a tiny size of our women population has gotten importance in the society and jobs and some positions in public and private organizations, while a majority of women is still deprived of their basic civil, human and educational rights.
Talking on the status of non Muslims living in Pakistan he said that the Quaid had assured them for their protection and rights as the equal citizens of Pakistan, but, even today, we have not succeeded to act upon the thoughts of Father of the Nation.
Similarly, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was clear on the status of poor people of Pakistan. In his speech delivered at the meeting of Muslim League Workers at Calcutta on 1st March 1946, he had said that "I am an old man. God has given me enough to live comfortably at this age. Why would I turn my blood into water, run about and take so much trouble? Not for the capitalists surely, but for you, the poor people."
"Today poverty is on rise in the country, while rich man is becoming richer. That is again against the poor people, for whom the Quaid had founded this country," Dr Shaikh said.
Talking about youth of the country Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh was of the opinion that our young generation must achieve their education rather than to engage themselves in unhealthy activities. He also said that the Quaid had wanted cordial and friendly relations with the international community including India, but this situation has not fully improved today.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in his concluding remarks said that we can make our country prosperous and developed only by following and working on ideals of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He also gave answers of some questions asked by the students. On the occasion Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, Dean of Department of Business Administration presented a shield to Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
On the other side, festivities remained continued on the second day of the 3- Day Spring Festival at SMIU. A huge number of students were witnessed on the stalls setup by the students' societies. Also a lecture on Emotional Quotient, mystic music, singing competition, declamation contest on Resilient Women of Pakistan and short film awards, were held.
Students of SMIU, who have organized this three day festival through their elected Student Societies, were actively participating in all the programmes. The Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also appreciated their enthusiasm and organizational skills.
07 March 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University inaugurated 3- Day Spring Festival organised by the elected Student Societies of SMIU on their own. Speaking on that occasion the Vice Chancellor said that this exercise would provide a great opportunity to students to promote their organisational skills and leadership skills.
He inspected stalls, setup by different Students Societies of the university. The students had displayed cultural items of almost all communities of the country, things related to environment, media, I.T. and other important subjects. Some prominent publishers had setup bookstalls. Besides, a medical camp was also setup on the occasion by the Medical Unit of SMIU. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh appreciated enthusiasm and creative approach of the students, exhibited during the festival.
Dr Shaikh said that it was a matter of satisfaction for him that a large number of students are participating in different activities during the festival with national sprit and commitment. He said that all the stalls, which have been setup by the students, were best in their nature as well as in giving a positive message to the visitors. He further said that all the students of Pakistan have a right to get education with peace of mind and smiling faces.
A number of sports events are also part of the Spring Festival. In a simple ceremony the Wing Commander of Pakistan Rangers Sindh lieutenant Colonel Shahid said that it was the honour and his personal privilege to visit the Alma Matter of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He said we were reading and listening about this place as an Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah since our childhood, but today he feels proud by seeing the institution.
He further said that the atmosphere and quality of education being provided to the students at SMIU is the best thing. Sindh Madressatul Islam University is also a good institution than other institutions of the country in cleanliness and organisation.
Among the other activities held on the first day of the festival were performance by Special Children, painting exhibition and photo, theatre and debate competitions. SMIU students also participated in indoor and outdoor games.
06 March 2016
Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Anwar Zaheer Jamali has asked the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University to come forward and play the leadership role, in conformity with the ideals of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
He said this while visiting Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), where he addressed the faculty, students and staff members of the university and other dignitaries. He said at least one previous generation had failed in providing adequate leadership to Pakistan, which resulted in not only breakup of Pakistan, but underdevelopment in many areas, like education, social sector and infrastructure.
In his speech he expressed satisfaction over the quality of education being provided at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and hoped that this young university of four years will emerge as one of the best universities in Pakistan and the world in future.
The Chief Justice of Pakistan appreciated efforts and struggle of Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh and said that Dr. Shaikh has transformed the dream of the founder of SMI into reality by making it a university. "I am very impressed to see the Jinnah Museum, where SMIU has preserved valuable record of our Father of the Nation and national heroes," said Chief Justice of Pakistan.
He said that SMIU students have honour that they are studying at SMIU, the historical institution, from where great leaders including Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had received his education. Due to such association the students of SMIU have a responsibility to make the country prosperous according to the vision and ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah," the Chief Justice said.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, in his welcome address said that SMIU through its 130 years of service has produced a large number of great leaders including Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
Talking about the international linkages, he said that SMIU has signed agreements with seven Chinese universities and was also working on collaboration with UK universities as well as other countries. It was also grooming its students to assume leadership role in various walk of life and had initiated various National Leadership Programme.
He said that SMIU has built its unique identity at national level through producing quality of education and research work. Recently, Sindh Madressatul Islam University' QEC has been awarded the top most "W" category by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Judge of Sindh High court Justice Nadeem Akhtar praised the role of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and said that he has been associated with the university as member of the Syndicate from the very beginning and knew the struggle behind the establishment of the university as one of the best university in the country. He also suggested that the SMIU should set up a Law Faculty at the campus.
Justice (retd) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan, former Chief Justice of Federal Shariat Court and former Chairman of Sindh Public Service Commission said that though SMIU was a shining example for public sector educational institutions in Sindh, the rest of the institutions need improvement and drastic changes.
Justice (retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, former Chairman NAB, former judge of Supreme Court and Chief Justice of Sindh High Court said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University was working very well by imparting quality education and as the member of the university's selection board and syndicate can assure all that all the appointments have been made on merit basis.
Justice (retd.) Hamid Ali Mirza, former Chief Election Commissioner and former judge of Supreme Court thanked the Chief Justice of Pakistan on his visit to SMIU and said that the institution having the distinction of being the Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan has a unique place in the country, because of which everyone including the CJP should come forward to help it develop.
On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU presented a memorial shield and traditional Sindhi Ajrak to the Chief Justice.
Earlier, Chief Justice of Pakistan Mr. Anwar Zaheer Jamali visited SMIU' Jinnah Museum and took keen interest in the relics and educational records of Quaid –e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, founder of SMI Hassanally Effendi and other old students of SMIU displayed there.
The Progamme was attended by a large number of prominent personalities including Diplomats, serving and retired judges of Supreme Court and Sindh High Court, SMIU Syndicate members, faculty, students, staff members and media personnel.
02 March 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Habib Bank Ltd will cooperate with each others in the field of education. Also Habib Bank will provide internship and scholarships to the students of SMIU from undergraduate to the PhD level. This was decided in a meeting held between Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Mr. Nauman K. Dar, CEO & President of Habib Bank at the VC Secretariat of SMIU on Wednesday.
During the meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU and Habib Bank are prime most institutions of the country, which are working in the field of education and banking respectively. While speaking on the background of SMIU and major association of the institute with Habib Bank he said that SMIU and the bank are located next to each other. The other association with it was that the Habib Bank was founded on the desire of Quaid –e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who was also Alumni of Sindh Madressatul Islam.
On the occasion President of Habib Bank Mr. Nauman K. Dar offered internship for graduating students of SMIU. He also said that Habib Bank will provide scholarships to the undergraduate and PhD students. "We both are partners in education," the President of Habib Bank maintained and added that this kind of cooperation with the Alma Mater of Quaid –e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah will continue in the future.
24 February 2016
Students of Department of Mass Communication, University of Karachi along with their teachers visited Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Wednesday. They went round the Department of Media Studies and Social Sciences, Jinnah Museum, TV and Radio studios, Hassanally Effendi Library, Computer Centers, Coffee House and other sections of the university.
Later, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University addressed them at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university on the education movement launched by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi for Muslims in subcontinent respectively.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University was contemporary institution of the Aligarh University. The founder of SMI Hassanally Effendi was inspired from educational ideology of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, because before the Partition of Indo-Pak subcontinent majority of schools and colleges were run by Hindus, Christians and Parsis, while common Muslims were deprived of modern education.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that the establishment of Aligarh College and Sindh Madressatul Islam brought social change in the Muslim society and opened doors of progress for them.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that Sir Syed Ahmed Khan had also suggested to Hassanally Effendi that he should not think only about the establishment of a school, but after school, he must expand it to college and university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also spoke on the education record of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah at SMI and said that Quaid –e- Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had studied here for more than four years and learnt English language skills from the institute. He further said that it was Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who had elevated Sindh Madressatul Islam form school to college level in 1943. Talking about the present day SMIU, he said Sindh Madressatul Islam University has emerged as one of the quality and modern universities of the country, where besides quality education; students are being groomed as leaders of the future through student societies and national and international visits.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh while expressing his pleasure on the visit of KU students to the SMIU said that our younger generation must understand their national heritage.
22 February 2016
In accordance with the notification issued by Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan on the advice of Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh assumed the charge of Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University for second term of four years with effect from 20 February 2016.
On Monday, reviewing the performance of the last four years of the university and setting priorities for the next term with deans and principal officers of the SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that a strong foundation of the university was laid in the last four years.
Talking on the achievements of the university Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that during the last four years services of the PhD faculty were hired for all departments, admissions were made on merit basis, quality of education was ensured, the stat –of- the art facilities were provided, the international collaborations were established and accreditation was received for upgraded programmers. Today 70 percent employees of the SMIU are working on regular/permanent basis. Now the SMIU has emerged as one the leading universities of Pakistan.
Talking about the four year plan for the next four years Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that during the next four years the priority will be given to stability and strengthening of the university by focusing on research, particularly related to the issues being faced by Pakistan, Muslim Umma and the developing world. The Vice Chancellor SMIU maintained that in this regard five research journals shall be launched by five faculties of SMIU. Apart from it, the teaching quality will be enhanced, emphasis would be given on creation of knowledge/objectivity and raising questions by the students will be encouraged. He said that the national and international visits/collaborations and understanding will also be encouraged. The aim of the SMIU would be to produce leaders in all walks of life in conformity with 130 years old traditions of this institution.
18 February 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has regularized and promoted 43 lectures and staff members of the university. In this respect a ceremony was held on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university, where Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh distributed orders among them. Amongst the regularized employees 3 were assistant professors, 16 lecturers and 14 staff members, while 10 employees were promoted to the next grades.
On this occasion while addressing the faculty and staff members of the university Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he has always thought and acted for benefit of employees. Because, being the head of the institution it was his responsibility to work for job security of the employees and promote deserving employees to the next grades after evaluating their performance at the institution.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh that he has headed this institution for last 22 years, first as its principal and then as its vice chancellor. During these whole years, besides getting university status for SMI, he has appointed, regularized and promoted a large number of talented, dedicated, honest and hard working employees. Now they have to show their commitment and intellectual honesty by working hard for betterment of the university.
Congratulating the employees Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is an emerging university, which has tremendous potential to reach to the heights of success. Thus, its employees have to show their commitment and honest association with the university through their performance.
On the other hand the employees who were regularized and promoted thanked Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for regularization and promotion of their services and pledged that they will work for progress and development of the university with the national commitment.
16 February 2016
Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan, Governor of Sindh and Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which is the Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan and its first governor general Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is successfully moving forward with its new character and mission following the ideology of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. The achievements of the university will certainly benefit the nation as a whole and the country.
Addressing the 4th Anniversary of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's grant of charter on Tuesday evening at inner courtyard of the Main Building of SMIU, Governor Sindh said that today he feels honored by visiting the Alma Mater of Founder of Pakistan and consider the SMIU a national institute and national asset, which has been preserved and developed accordingly.
He said that no doubt, it is the Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, who has made it a modern and quality university of the country within shortest period of four years. Thus, this example must be followed by other universities of the country.
Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan further said that establishment of an institution is not a difficult job, but to run it in right direction, with dedication, is the real job, which is being fulfilled by SMIU under the leadership of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan said that today he is satisfied and happy that the university, to which he had given charter four years back on February 16, 2012, has proved itself one of the best universities of the country. Remembering the day of signing charter of SMIU, the Governor Sindh said that it was his desire to give university status to his own Alma Mater Dow Medical College and Sindh Madressatul Islam University and establish a Law University in Sindh. And he succeeded to do all three.
Governor Sindh further said that today our country needs quality universities that can produce experts in all walks of life. To achieve such objectives, generally, universities of Pakistan and specially universities of Sindh must be made quality and result oriented institutes. "It is my wish that our universities should reach to a level that our students prefer to get education from their own universities rather than looking towards foreign universities," Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan said and added that the government and he are working on the same line for quality higher education.
Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan congratulated Vice Chancellor, faculty, staff members, students and also the whole nation on completion of four years to SMIU.
Ms. Sharmila Farooqui, Advisor to Chief Minister Sindh on Culture and Tourism has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is the place of history that has produced stalwarts of the country. Praising the role of its Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh she said that Dr Shaikh is dedicated, competent and visionary, who has made SMIU a modern university of the county.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU in his speech thanked Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan, Ms Sharmila Farooqui, Mr. Robin Devious and other gusts on their participation in the 4th anniversary of SMIU.
He said that during the last four years this newly established university has progressed very fast in many areas. It has hired services mostly of PhD holders for teaching. Due to their efforts the SMIU has received highest category "W" for its quality enhancement from Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. He said that SMIU provides conducive atmosphere to its students to enhance their knowledge, learning, leadership qualities and democratic attitude through Student Societies.
"These initial four years of the SMIU were to lay foundation of basic needs and priorities. Despite that it generated results beyond the expectations," Dr Shaikh said and added that during this period SMIU organized 3- Day Second International Seminar on Sindh through the Centuries, which was attended by a large number of national, and international research scholars and intellectuals. Among them 25 were from foreign countries. Similarly, the SMIU had organized 3-Day National Conference on Media and a National Seminar on Higher Education, which was attended by the vice chancellors of all the four provinces include Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
The Vice Chancellor SMIU said that the university has tried to establish its linkages with the universities and educational organizations of other countries. In this respect SMIU signed MoUs with British Council and Seven Chinese universities. Under the MoU with the British Council, SMIU's students and four faculty and staff members visited five universities of the United Kingdom under the "Future Leadership Programme." Likewise, another delegation of SMIU visited Hainan Province of China and explored opportunities for its students and faculty.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that a delegation of SMIU students met with President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain at State Guest House, Karachi under the National Leadership Programme. Then a delegation of 50 students of SMIU selected on merit, visited various national institutions and met with their heads in Islamabad. Among these heads were Chief Justice of Pakistan, Chairman Senate, National Assembly, Chairman National Accountability Bureau, Federal Ombudsman, President of NDU, Vice Chancellors of Allama Iqbal Open University, Quaid-e-Azam University, Pakistan Institute of Development Economics and National University of Science and Technology
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that construction work on Malir Campus of SMIU is in progress and SMIU will be the first university in Karachi's Education City that will start functioning.
Mr. Robin Davies, Director of British Council for Sindh and Balochistan said that it was privilege and honour for him to attend the celebration of SMIU. He said that when he had got admission in University of East Anglia of UK his knowledge and understanding had expanded and now when he had come to SMIU, his feelings were also same. He said that he was so impressed with SMIU, and congratulated all on its 4th Anniversary.
Mr. Abdul Razzaq Soomro, Veteran lawyer and former ambassador of Pakistan in his speech recalled his memoirs at Sindh Madressah College in 1946 and said that it was pleasure for him that the SMIU had been well preserved. He gave its credit to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and hoped that SMIU will become a candle light.
Dr Suleman Shaikh, Secretary of the Board of Trustees of SZABIST said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University was a historic institution; hence its students must feel pride on it.
Other prominent personalities who attended the ceremony were Director General National Accountability Bureau of Sindh Lt Col (retd) Naeem Siraj, Justice (retd) Hamid Ali Mirza, Justice (retd.) Hazqul Khairi, Advisor to Governor Sindh Mr. Wajahat and others.
Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan and Ms. Sharmila Farooqui also visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU. In the last prominent classical singer Salman Alvi sung Ghazals of Ghalib, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Ahmed Fraz and others.
11 February 2016
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that those students who are leaving this institution after completing their study over here, are now custodians of their Alma Mater. Thus, they must act on the slogan of SMI University "Enter to Learn- Go Forth to Serve," in their practical life.
Addressing the Farwell party organized by SMIU in the honour of the students of outgoing batch 2012, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said a single person - Hassanally Effendi had started his mission to promote education in this region with great cause in 1885 and after the passage of 130 years to it, his name has been enlightened and students from all social classes are studying at this great institution with pride.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that if you have a degree that is not important, but what and what teacher taught you, that is more important.
He further said that many memories of outgoing students were attached with SMIU, which will always remain a part of their life. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh hoped that they all would achieve success in their professional career. "We had great time with the first batch of this university and today the university is being run with same commitment," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said.
On the occasion the outgoing students shared their golden memoirs related to their years spent at Sindh Madressatul Islam University and expressed their deep gratitude to the Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for his personal attention on their academic and co curricular activities and providing them quality education with latest facilities. Also providing them opportunities to actively participate in leadership programmes.
They also thanked to their teachers, who taught them lessons of their respective subjects as well as of life.
04 February 2016
Mr. Iqbal Hussain Durrani, Secretary to Chief Minister Sindh on Boards and Universities has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has set a marvelous example by launching National Leadership Programme for its students. The other universities should follow this programme. He said this while addressing the Certificates Distribution Ceremony held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Thursday.
The certificates were distributed among the students, organizers and coordinators, who visited various national institutions of Pakistan, located in Islamabad under the National Leadership Programme.
Mr. Iqbal Hussain Durrani further said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is an Alma Mater of the great leaders of Pakistan including founder of the country Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. This is why he had wanted to visit this great institution and feels proud while addressing the leaders of the future.
The Secretary to the CM said that the recent visit of SMIU students to Islamabad under National Leadership progrmee will enhance their competition skills and broaden their thought process. Because their selection on merit basis was also a form of competition.
Praising the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University, the Secretary to the Chief Minister Sindh on Boards and Universities said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh is a dynamic person and have an extraordinary managerial and leadership qualities with innovative ideas. "Due to Dr Shaikh's efforts SMIU has emerged as the best university of the country with a shortest period of four years," Mr. Durrani concluded.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that the SMIU has designated the National Leadership Programme to promote leadership qualities among its students. Because in the past this institution was known as the "Nursery of Leaders. But in the later days it witnessed decline in its quality education. As a result, the process of producing leaders for all spheres of life halted. Now we have again take up the mission to produce the best leaders in future that could work for the country on national and international horizon.
Talking on the recent visit to Islamabad under the National Leadership Programme by 50 students (among them 50 percent were girls), Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that at Islamabad the students had greatest interaction with the heads of various national institutions like Chief Justice of Pakistan, Chairman Senate, Federal Education Minister Federal Ombudsman, Chairman National Accountability Bureau and different universities include National Defence University. He said that during the visit of the National Assembly, the assembly members had warmly welcomed the SMIU delegation, because at that time the session of the assembly was in progress.
Dr Muhammad Ali also said that the SMIU students had organized a seminar on "Peace and Stability through Education" in a hotel of Islamabad, which was attended by ambassadors of America and European Union.
"In the forthcoming two and three years the SMIU will emerge as the best institution on national and international level by regaining its lost glory," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh hoped.
03 February 2016
The Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan, who is also Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, has appointed Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh as Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) for second term on recommendation of Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah, on Wednesday.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has been serving as the Vice Chancellor of SMIU since February 2012 and his first term was to end this month. The appointment has been made in accordance with the Sindh Madressatul Islam University Act 2011, which has provision of granting another term of the office for four years to the incumbent Vice Chancellor.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh called on the Chief Minister Sindh, where he briefed him about the progress so far made by this newly established university. He informed the Chief Minister that SMIU has entered in several international collaborations as well as has been granted the highest "W" category by the Higher Education Commission regarding the quality assurance parameters of teaching and research.
The Chief Minister Sindh highly appreciated the services rendered by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and imposed full confidence in his efforts to bring SMIU back to its old glory.
Subsequently, the Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan approved the recommendation made by the Chief Minister Sindh. The Governor has issued notification of granting second term for four years, ending in February 2020, to the incumbent Vice Chancellor.
The Governor handed over the notification of granting of second term in his meeting with the Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in the Governor's House on Wednesday and appreciated his work for promotion of higher education and ensuring high quality standard at SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU also thanked to the Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah and Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan on trusting upon him and appreciating his services rendered for particularly for Sindh Madressatul Islam University and generally for higher education in the country.
It is pertinent to state here that the SMIU is one of the oldest institutions of South Asia, having the distinction of being Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. It had gone in obilivision with passage of time and had been reduced to a typical public sector school. However the institution started moving upward since 1994, when the present Vice Chancellor had assumed charge as Principal of Sindh Madressatul Islam. Now SMIU is considered as one of the best universities in Pakistan as for as quality education is concerned.
On the other hand, deans, chairpersons, faculty members and senior officials of SMIU have congratulated to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on accepting second term as Vice Chancellor of this great and historic institution and hoped that the SMIU in his leadership will reach to the heights of success.
30 January 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University Karachi (SMIU) organized a Grand Orientation and welcome reception to greet new comer students of the Spring 2016 Session at university auditorium Saturday. The Orientation featured presentations and speeches by Vice Chancellor, Deans, Chairpersons of various departments, senior faculty and cadre of SMIU Management and supporting units.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU welcomed fresh students and said that the number of students who secured admissions in SMIU is 25% of those figures which had applied for admissions here, which shows how people are taking interest in this institute. "This is a journey of centuries which still keeps its quality of education from 19th to 21st century. This is the second oldest institution than Aligarh University in subcontinent'' he further added.
Urging to students to focus on academic activities Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said we are facilitators and it depends on your individual approach that how could you avail benefits from such opportunities.
"The SMIU is an Alma Mater of Quaid -e- Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and I wish that students of SMIU will lead Pakistan as founder of Pakistan did. The institute has created great leaders in judiciary, politics, business and in many other fields" Vice Chancellor said and added that "We have brought best faculty members for our students, and providing best facilities, which as compared to the best institutions of the country, at our campus."
He further said that various academic exposures and social curriculum opportunities are also available to the students, which are students societies, study tours, foreign visits and volunteer and research work."
Briefing about the code of conduct for students Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said we have zero tolerance policy on breaching of discipline and gender discrimination at our campus. "We want to produce responsible, committed and disciplinary leaders from the university. We provide council activities for our students through student's electoral system also, which was being provided to the students at Oxford University," he said in his welcome speech.
Earlier, Deans, Chairpersons and other officials gave detailed introduction about their respective departments and facilities for students. Later on, the newly admitted students visited all departments, TV studios, FM Radio station and library.
Islamabad, 22 January 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi organized a seminar on "International Peace and Stability through Education" on Friday at a local hotel. Mr. David Hale, US Ambassador, inaugurated its opening session.
Addressing the seminar US Ambassador extended his sincere gratitude to Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for inviting him in the seminar.
The US Ambassador said that Pak-US relationships are promoting education opportunities in both the countries on priority basis. "Education is a key factor for prosperous and safer Pakistan," he said and added that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is a very distinguish institute of Pakistan because founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had studied over here. "I am happy that today I am talking to the future leaders who are students of SMIU," Mr. Hale added.
He said that from Jamshoro to Peshawar, the US has been cooperating to Pakistan for improving educational institutions. He was of the view that 12000 scholarships have been created for Pakistani citizens though Higher Education Commission. Elaborating future projects he said that we will launch educational, sciences and technology project.
The last session of the seminar was presided over by European Union Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Jean Francois. Speaking on the occasion he said that today he was addressing to the future leaders of Pakistan. He said the peaceful society can be built only through education. He further said that we are offering a number of scholarships to Pakistani students, and we want that more students of Pakistan should avail such educational opportunities at EU.
"We are already working for educational promotion in Sindh and hopefully will work with same spirit in future also," Jean Francois added.
The Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that US and EU ambassadors are very keen to improve and promote education in Pakistan. "We have provided opportunity to our students to have face to face interaction with various brains of the success,'' Dr Shaikh said.
He said that today education is the only mean to eliminate terrorism from society. Similarly, education is also a great shield against discrimination and terrorism.
Later on, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented souvenirs and traditional Sindhi Shaal to EU and US ambassadors.
Earlier, 10 groups of SMIU students gave presentations on the subject of "Peacekeeping Though Education." In the last VC SMIU distributed prizes among winner students and awards to the best category students of 10 days National Leadership Program.
The seminar was part of 10 day National Leadership Program-2016, in which students of SMIU visited different varsities including NDU, NUST, AIOU, AIZ and PIDE. The SMIU delegation also had meetings with different government officials, Chief Justice of Pakistan, Chairman Senate, Chairman NAB and Federal Ombudsman. Also they visited National Assembly and other places.
Islamabad, 21 January 2016
Mian Raza Rabbani, Chairman Senate of Pakistan has said that he is very optimist about bright future of Pakistan because young generation of the country has tremendous talent and resilience. He said this while talking to the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) during their visit to the Senate Secretariat on Thursday. These days SMIU students are on the ten day visit of the various national institutions, located in the capital city of the country - Islamabad under the "National Leadership Programme 2016."
The Chairman Senate said that once Karachi city was a centre of positive student's politics, but later it was eliminated in the dictatorial regime. Now young students must learn about their leadership role and until they will not ask questions and search themselves they will not get their rights. He said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh is a kind person, who has arranged this great programme for SMIU students.
On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani has association with Quaid-e- Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, because his father had closely worked with the Quaid. He thanked to the Chairman Senate for welcoming SMIU delegation at the Senate Secretariat. During the visit Deputy Secretary Senate Dr Pervaiz gave detailed presentation to the SMIU delegation about role and formation of the Senate. Later on souvenirs were presented to the students from the Chairman Senate. Students also visited Senate Secretariat and it's Visitors' Gallery.
The SMIU delegation led by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also visited National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Headquarter. Mr. Qamar Zaman Chaudry, Chairman NAB welcomed the delegation. On the occasion, Director Generals of NAB Ms. Alia Rashid and Syed Khalid Iqbal gave detailed briefing to the delegation about formation of the NAB.
Addressing the students and faculty members of SMIU the Chairman NAB Mr. Qamar Zaman Choudry said that I am grateful to Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and other members of the delegation for visiting NAB Headquarter. "We have signed MoU with University of Engineering Lahore and I hope we would sign same MoU with SMIU in future," he said. Chairman NAB further said that today I feel double honour as the students of Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah are present here and we are proud of SMIU because it has produced a large number of famous leaders in different walks of life.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU while expressing his gratitude to the Chairman NAB on hosting a reception for SMIU delegation said that SMIU and NAB have very old relationship. He said we have provided a great opportunity to the future leaders of the country to visit national institutions which are working on culmination of corruption from the country. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that participant students of National Leadership Program 2016 are one of the talented pools of SMIU, who have been selected on their academic scores and interview process. On the occasion Dr Shaikh presented a shield and traditional Sindhi Shaal to Chairman NAB, while Chairman NAB presented a shield to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and souvenirs to SMIU students.
The delegation of SMIU had also visited the office of Ombudsman, where Mr. Salman Farooqui, Ombudsman said that it is a most praiseworthy step taken by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh to provide opportunity to his students to visit the capital city. "Out of the campus exposure will support students in their grooming," the Ombudsman said and added that the SMIU students are lucky who have Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh as their Vice Chancellor.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh thanked to the Ombudsman for his warm welcome.
On the same day the delegation also visited National Library and got knowledge about its different sections.
Islamabad, 20 January 2016
On the third day of their visit to Islamabad's national institutions under the "National Leadership Programme 2016", the delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) led by its Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, visited National Defence University (NDU) on Wednesday.
Besides Vice Chancellor, the SMIU delegation was comprised of students, deans and chairpersons of various departments and faculty members.
At the NDU, Prof. Dr. Pervaiz Iqbal Cheema, Dean -Faculty of Contemporary Studies welcomed the delegation, while Lt. Col. Mohammad Javed Ghaffar Rao gave detailed briefing to the delegation about NDU.
On the occasion the President of NDU Lieutenant General Anwar Ali Hyder said that he felt much happy that SMIU students and Vice Chancellor are here at NDU and I hope that they all will get success in their respective fields after this leadership tour.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that I have delivered lecture at NDU some time ago. The university is growing day by day and has proved more qualitative than other universities of Pakistan. This is why; today it has become a pride of Pakistan. Meanwhile, heads of IR Department and War Gaming Centers and Librarian gave detailed briefing to the delegation about their respective departments.
Later on, the SMIU students asked different questions about the NDU. On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented souvenirs to Lieutenant General Anwar Ali Hyder and invited him to visit the SMIU.
On the same day SMIU delegation visited National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST). Engineer Muhammad Shahid, Rector of Planning and Resources welcomed Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and other members of the delegation at the university.
Speaking at the reception hosted by the university authorities in the honour of the delegation Dr Muhammad Ali said that he has memorable association with NUST, which is one of the quality institutions of the country. He said that NUST authorities have made it a preferable institution for students of the country by their sincere efforts.
While talking on the occasion Engineer Muhammad Shahid paid great tribute to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU for his contribution in the field of the education also for the NUST. He said that we are producing solutions related to the society through research work. We don't want to produce job seekers but we need entrepreneurs who would give jobs and create public opportunities.
On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented souvenirs to the Rector and invited him to visit the SMIU. The SMIU students also visited various departments of the NUST.
Islamabad, 19 January 2016
A delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's students and faculty members led by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh visited Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Quaid-e- Azam University (QIU) and Pakistan Institute of Development Economic (PIDE) on Tuesday.
During the visit of the education ministry Minister of State for Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training Engineer Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman had a meeting with Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, VC SMIU. Deans and, faculty members and students of SMIU were also present on the occasion.
While addressing the delegation of SMIU, the said that he is very happy while meeting with the SMIU delegation. He said that the students of SMIU are fortunate because their institution is associated with founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He said that if the SMIU students want to become leaders in future, they must adopt principles like enhancing their skills and caring others.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the SMIU has most talented students for the National Leadership Programme. "We have selected all the students on merit for the programme," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that SMIU has been awarded "W" category by Higher Education Commission, which proves the level of quality at the university. The minister gave souvenirs to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and SMIU students.
During the visit of Quaid-e- Azam University its Vice Chancellor Dr Javed Ashraf received the delegation, who had come from the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Addressing the reception hosted by Quaid-e- Azam University, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that we are going to prepare future leaders of Pakistan, who will fill the gap of leadership in the country in the future.
He said that SMIU has gotten rebirth in the last four years, now its students are becoming proud for SMIU due to their talent and best performance in their subjects and co-curricular activities as well.
Dr Javed Ashraf, Vice Chancellor of QIU said that we are proud of SMIU, because it is an Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh is visionary and progressive person. He emphasized that the students must choose QIU for their PhD, due to its quality education. He further said that QIA and SMIU should work jointly for progress and development of their students. He said the PhD holders in social sciences have countless opportunities in teaching, NGOs and other social sectors.
Later on, the delegation of SMIU visited library and other departments of the university. During the visit of PIDE, its Vice Chancellor Dr Asad Zaman welcomed the delegation. On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented souvenirs to his counterparts Dr Javed Ashraf and VC PIDE Dr Asad Zaman. The SMIU delegation is on the visit of various institutes situated in the capital city of the country, under "National Leadership Programme 2016."
Islamabad, 18 January 2016
A delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's students, faculty and staff members led by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh visited Supreme Court of Pakistan, National Assembly of Pakistan and Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad under the National Leadership Program 2016 on Monday.
Chief Justice of Supreme Court of Pakistan Justice Anwar Zaheer Jamali welcomed the delegation of SMIU at Supreme Court. During the visit he praised educational contribution of SMIU in the country. He said that the SMIU students have honour that they are studying in historical institution of SMIU, from where great leaders including Father of the Nation Quaid –e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had received his education.
The Chief Justice further said that it is now a challenge for SMIU students and faculty members to further enlighten the name and status of the university. The Chief Justice appreciated the National Leadership Programme 2016 and said that it will strengthen the level of the students.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU has also produced great figures who have served in higher judiciary. Among them were former Chief Justice of Supreme Court of Pakistan Justice Syed Sajjad Ali Shah, former justice of High Court of Balochistan Justice Tufail Ali Abdul Rehman and noted lawyer Mr. A.K. Brohi. On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented a memorial shield and traditional Sindhi wearing to the Chief Justice.
SMIU delegation visited National Assembly too, where Mr. Mushtaq Ahmed, Joint Secretary of NA warmly welcomed the delegation. On the occasion he gave detailed presentation to the delegation on history of National Assembly, legislation process and parliament's constitutional role. During the presentation he also gave answers to the questions asked by SMIU students.
The students of SMIU also attended session of the National Assembly.
On the same day the SMIU delegation visited Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU). During the visit Dr Shaikh held a meeting with Vice Chancellor of AIOU Dr Shahid Siddiqui. During the meeting Dr Shaikh said that we have chosen this university for our visit, because this institution has outstanding role in providing distance learning to the students across the country. SMIU delegation also visited Central Library and TV studio of AIOU.
16 January 2016
Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah is introducing Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University to US Ambassador Mr. David Hale at a reception hosted by US Consul General in Karachi Mr. Brian Heath at Karachi.
CM Sindh informed the US Ambassador that Sindh Madressatul Islam University was the historic educational institution of Sindh having the distinction of being Alma Mater of the Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
14 January 2016
Four Chinese universities of Hainan Province and Sindh Madressatul Islam University from Sindh province of Pakistan have agreed to establish "Sindh - Hainan Educational Forum" under China and Pakistan partnership. This was stated by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, who led a five member delegation to Hainan Province on the invitation of the Chinese government and the universities over there, while chairing a meeting of senior management of SMIU on Thursday.
The Chinese universities include Hainan university with an enrollment of about 40,000 students, Hainan Normal University, Haiku, which specializes in teachers training and education with about 25000 students, Hainan Tropical Occasion University, which was formally known as Qiongzhou University, in Sanya with special focus on maritime and coastal areas disciplines and Sanya University, which is a private sector top ranking university of China, would be part of the forum.
Dr Shaikh stated that China has about 1000 public sector universities and about 600 private sector universities, having about 1600 universities in nook and corner of the country. He said the universities, the SMIU delegation visited in Hainan Province, were most developed and offered state-of the art laboratories and other academic facilities.
He said in Pakistan there were about 160 universities (about 10 percent of China's number of universities) with half of them in public sector and half in private sector. He said that there was much to learn from China in the sphere of higher education.
Dr Shaikh said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University in partnership with four Chinese universities is organizing a seminar on "Hainan- Sindh Cooperation" from 11th to 13 April 2016, which would be attended by high level delegations from the Chinese universities. During the seminar each of the guest university will give detailed presentation about their academic and research facilities and admission procedures etc. to the academic heads, faculty and interested students highlighting the admission procedure etc.
He said the said event will bring closer both the provinces that is Sindh in Pakistan and Hainan in China to work together for the betterment of the people of two brotherly nations especially with reference to the China - Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
The meeting was attended by deans, chairpersons, registrar, director fiancé and other officials.
08 January 2016
A delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University led by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) paid visit to another university of China - Sanya University (SU) during their visit to Hainan Province. Vice President of SU Prof. Zoe Che, Dean Department of Science and Technology Prof. Zhou Mi, Dean Department of Sociology Prof. Sun Aizhen and Dean Department of Tourism Management Chai Yong, and Professor Yanwei warmly received them at the university.
During their visit to SU, the SMIU delegation had a meeting with Vice President of SU and its officials. The heads of both the universities agreed on short term as well as long term Students - Faculty Exchange Programme, and holding seminars and conferences jointly.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh suggested that as the language is a barrier in communication between students of both the countries, hence initially each university should select eight to ten students under the Student Exchange Programme, to develop understanding between both the universities. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU and SU should cooperate with each other in the field of education, which will benefit to China and Pakistan simultaneously.
He said that SMIU was the oldest institute of Pakistan, where quality education is being imparted in five disciplines i.e. Business Administration and Management, Computer Science, Environmental Sciences, Education and Media Studies & Social Sciences. "SMIU has also its own Radio and TV studios, which are fulfilling practical requirements of students of Media Studies Department," he maintained. The Vice Chancellor further said that presently 1600 students are studying at SMIU. He also informed them about developing a new campus of SMIU in the Education City of Pakistan.
He further said that we have high regards and appreciation for China, as it is time tested friend of Pakistan. He also said that China and Pakistan are coming closer by working on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). On the occasion he also briefed the officials of SU about Sindh Madressatul Islam University's history, development, academic performance and facilities available at the university. "Being the Alma Mater of Founder of Pakistan - Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the SMIU enjoys significant importance in Pakistan. This is why, the provincial government of Sindh as well as federal Government of Pakistan are giving special attention to its development," the Vice Chancellor of SMIU said.
Talking about the seminar, which is being organized by SMIU on "Sindh-Hainan Education Collaboration" in March/April in Pakistan, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that we have invited four universities from Hainan and two universities from Hiaku for seminar. He also invited SU to participate in the seminar.
"In the seminar Chinese universities would be able to inform Pakistan's people about their educational progress and achievements in science, technology and other fields," Dr Shaikh said and added that "The seminar will provide an opportunity to academia of both the countries to exchange views on education of Sindh and Hainan, respectively, with reference to China's and Pakistan's education systems." He said that "We are looking forward for your cooperation also."
While giving presentation on her university, Vice President Prof. Zoe Che said that SU was considered third best university of China's 600 private universities. She said that SU was 11 years old and around 20,000 students are studying over here at the university. The Vice President of SU hoped for further enhancement of Pakistan-China brotherhood and said that we want to strengthen friendly relationship between the two universities and two countries. She said that they will work on the possibilities of cooperation between both the universities. She said that we will find all kinds of possibilities for collaboration with SMIU. I would like to be in touch with SMIU for seminars and other programmes.
07 January 2016
Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and President of Hainan Normal University (HNNU) Prof. Lin Qiang have agreed on mutual cooperation between SMIU and HNNU during a meeting held at HNNU. The areas in which they will cooperate with each other would be Students - Faculty Exchange Programme, Masters and PhD programmes and research and jointly organizing seminars and conferences.
The heads of both the universities reached on the understanding regarding educational collaboration between two universities during the visit of SMIU delegation, headed by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, to the Hainan Normal University. It was the third university of China which was visited by SMIU delegation. Earlier, they had visited Hainan Tropical Ocean University and Hainan University, located in Hainan, a most beautiful province of China.
Speaking at a meeting held between SMIU delegation and President and other officials of HNNU, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU appreciated hospitality and warm welcome extended by the management of HNNU to them. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he had heard a lot about good reputation of HNNU, in Pakistan. Hence cooperation between SMIU and Hainan Normal University will benefit students and faculty of both the universities at large.
"It was a pleasure for us to receive your delegation at SMIU in June 2015 during their visit to Pakistan. Now I have to reinforce connection and brotherly relationship with the HNNU," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said. He also talked on the importance of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in detail and suggested that both the universities can also start joint projects related to socio-economic subjects.
Dr Shaikh suggested that whenever HNNU or SMIU organize any event, they should invite President/Vice Chancellor and faculty members of both the universities to attend such programme, because this kind of interaction will strengthen relations of both the universities and countries. On the occasion he VC SMIU invited President of HNNU, faculty members and students to visit SMIU and attend educational seminar being held in forthcoming months in Pakistan.
In the meeting President of Hainan Normal University Prof. Lin Qiang said that hospitality extended to our delegation by SMIU last year would be remembered forever." He said that they are glad to see the relationship of both the universities was strengthening rapidly.
The President of China's one of the major universities Prof. Lin Qiang said that HNNU would be happy to support students of SMIU by granting scholarships, providing accommodation and other facilities to them at HNNU. Prof. Lin Qiang also suggested that we should focus on the cooperation in science and information technology under the Student - Faculty Exchange Programme.
Earlier, when the SMIU delegation led by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh reached at Hainan Normal University, the President of Hainan Normal University (HNNU) Prof. Lin Qiang, Director of Academic Affairs Prof. Liang Guang, Director O.I.C.E., Prof. Geng Juan, Dean of the School of Information Science and Technology Prof. Wu Lihua and Dean of the School of Economy and Management Prof. Pan Yangquan welcomed them. In the end of the meeting souvenirs were exchanged. Besides Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, other members of SMIU delegation were Deans Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali and faculty members Prof. Dr Naila Rozi and Prof. Dr Ambreen Fazal.
05 January 2016
The delegation of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) headed by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, visited Hainan University (HU) of China during their visit to China's Hainan province. President of Hainan University Prof. Dr Li Jianbao, Vice President Dr FU Guohua, Dean, Secretary General Prof Dr Yang Yunsheng, Dean Dr Huang Man, members of related colleges and Vice Executive Dr Jinying welcomed SMIU delegation at the university.
During the visit a meeting of heads and faculty members of both the universities held at HU, where Prof. Dr Li Jianao, President of HU said that he was delighted and happy to see SMIU delegation at HU. The President said that he has personally heard a lot about the development of SMIU, which provides a very good opportunity for collaboration between these two universities in the field of education and research.
Prof. Dr Li Jianbao further said that he invites ten students and two faculty members of SMIU, under the Students Faculty Exchange Programme for study at HU. The president further said that they were offering wide range of academic programmes to SMIU. Among these the major programmes are: Tropical Agriculture, Marine Sciences and Economic Management. He said that we can start Ph.D. programme in IT and Environmental Sciences. "We have expertise in Biological Science, IT, Economics and Management," the President of Hainan University said and added that under the exchange program, they will encourage students to learn about the business with Chinese people also. The President of HU said that the long term training or seminars/conferences will be beneficial for those students who are desirous to do business.
He was of the view that the HU and SMIU's relations will be in the larger interest of both the countries China and Pakistan.
He hoped that the International linkages of both the universities will help to enhance skills of students of both the countries. He also suggested establishing Confucius Institute at Karachi.
On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU appreciated feelings and suggestions of the President of HU and said that he was grateful to President and other officials of HU on their hospitality and warm welcome. He said that the main purpose of their visit to China was to explore possibilities for working together in the field of education.
He further said that China and Pakistan were jointly working on the project of China -Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). In this content brotherly relations of both the countries should transform into Student - Faculty Exchange Programme. He said that if the students of HU are visiting Pakistan, it will be beneficial for both of the countries.
Dr Shaikh also raised five points for cooperation and invited the president and his team members to attend the forthcoming seminar to be held on education in March/April 2016 in Pakistan.
Dr Shaikh said that the Sindh government was already running the Confucius Institute at Karachi; hence it would be difficult to establish another institute with same objectives. Despite that he will forward their suggestion to the government for approval. Supporting the cooperation in business the Vice Chancellor of SMIU said that collaboration in socio-economic research would be a good option for working together.
Dr Shaikh also talked about SMIU's international linkages especially with UK universities. In the end of the meeting the souvenirs were exchanged from both the sides.
04 January 2016
SMIU delegation headed by the Vice chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and comprising deans Dr Aurangzeb and Dr Syed Asif Ali as well as two female faculty members Dr Naila Rozi and Dr Ambreen Fazal visited Hianan Tropical Ocean University (formerly Qiongzhou University on Tuesday to finalize the faculty and student exchange programs of the two universities.
The president of Hianan Tropical Ocean University (HTOU); Prof.Dr. Wu Yaoting, Vice President (VP), Prof Guo Jianchun, Director, International cooperation & Exchange Wei.Jing with Deans and Deputy Dean of six different departments welcomed the delegation
After the introduction from both sides the vice chancellor Prof. Dr. M.Ali Shaikh expressed his gratitude about the hospitality of the Chinese people and congratulated them having such a beautiful place in China. The Vice Chancellor presented shield to the president.
The President of Chinese University said Pakistan and china are very good friends from many years and we could have deep cooperation in faculty and scientific cooperation in faculty and students. The Chinese counterparts were very much impressed by the presentation of Vice Chancellor and the photograph of SMIU, students and faculty with the president of Pakistan.
The two sides agreed to following points: greater cooperation in subjects related to CPEC; students exchange program of two week duration initially for the exposure of students of each university; faculty exchange and research collaborations particularly in tourism management; participation in events organized by both universities like seminars and conferences.
It was further decided to hold a joint seminar in Karachi in March on how to enhance cooperation between the two universities, two provinces and two countries.
Then the Dean of different faculties asks about the program offered by SMIU and Vice Chancellor gives their answers.
The Dean of School of Humanities Miss Zheng Liqiao said that she is impressed and admire to see the radio broadcast laboratories in SMIU.
01 January 2016
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has elected Mr. Abdul Malik Abbasi, lecturer, as a members of Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Friday, January 1, 2016.
In this respect election was held at the premises of the university, where the faculty members cast their votes and elected Mr. Abbasi on the vacant seat of membership of SMIU Syndicate.
On the other hand, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has congratulated Mr. Abbasi on his success as a members of SMIU's one of the highest statutory bodies and hoped that he will play his positive role for betterment of the university.
31 December 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University and National Bank of Pakistan signed the MoU on Thursday at the VC Secretariat of SMIU. According to the MoU, the National Bank of Pakistan will provide scholarship funds amounting Rs.2.88 million as scholarship fee for 20 students payable in 04 in years.
The MoU was signed by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Mr. Ovais Asad Khan, EVP/Divisional Head (CSRD), NBP.
The representative of NPB also gave a cheque of year 2015 to Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
On the occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh praised the role of NBP for the cause of education and said that in our country a large of students belonging to poor families, hence they need support from major financial institutions of the country, under CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility).
24 December 2015
President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain has said that the young students should create hope among the masses of the country by following teachings of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Addressing the students, faculty and staff of Sindh Madressatul Islam University at the State Guest House, Karachi on Thursday, the President said that the students of SMIU, who belong to the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah have a great responsibility to work for betterment of the country and support the development projects including Pak-China Economic Corridor, which will change the destiny of Pakistan in terms of development and prosperity.
The President of Pakistan said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University was working well, but there always remained room for betterment. Hence, its faculty, students and management should work hard to keep up the prestigious status of Sindh Madressatul Islam University due to its association with Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. "The emphasis should also be on research, and for that the faculty can carry out research in the country as well as abroad," the President said.
Stressing upon the faculty, the President of Pakistan said that besides imparting quality education to the younger generation, they should also provide them grounding in our moral value system, which was mostly lacking at present in the educational system of the country.
Mr. Mamnoon Hussain said he gave priority to education, health, art, literature and eradication of corruption. "Corruption has destroyed our country; hence we have to eradicate it. Without eradication of corruption from all departments, the country will not move forward," the President of Pakistan said and added that I always prefer to meet students, because they have to bring the change in the country.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech said that it was honour for him, the student, faculty and staff of SMIU that the honourable President of Pakistan had been kind to meet them.
He said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has a uniqueness because of its association with founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who not only received his early education from Sindh Madressatul Islam, but upgraded it from School to College in 1943 and also bequeathed one third of his last property through his Last Will.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that now the Alma Mater of the Quaid had become a university and was considered one of the best universities of country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also presented his books written on Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and history of Sindh to President of Pakistan.
22 December 2015
The second meeting of the Senate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) paid rich tributes to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Mohtrama Benazir Bhutto, both of whom had association with the institution as well as the events; birth and death, related to both of them respectively, falls in the month of December.
The Senate observed that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had remained student of Sindh Madressatul Islam for the longest period of his academic life from 1887 to 1892. He was the great benefactor of the institution as he not only upgraded the institution from School to College but also bequeathed one third of his personal property to Sindh Madressah through his Last Will. Similarly, the grandfather of Mohtrama Benazir Bhutto, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto had received his education at Sindh Madressatul Islam and her father Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto taught law at one of the constituent colleges of Sindh Madressatul Islam in the initial phase of his career.
Mohtrama Benazir Bhutto was keenly interested in the development of the institution and had promised to elevate the institution to university whenever the PPP government came in power.
Her promise was fulfilled by the PPP government of Sindh under the directives of the then President of Pakistan in 2012.
The Senate also carried out the usual business, which included passing the budget for next year, revised estimates for current year and approved the actual expenditure incurred during the last year.
The Senate showed full satisfaction over the growth of the university during the last three years and appreciated the efforts of its Vice Chancellor as well as faculty and staff.
The Senate was chaired by the Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, as Governor of Sindh, who is Chancellor of SMIU, could not attend it due to his engagements.
The others who attended the meeting included Justice (retd) Agha Rafique Ahmed Khan, former Chief Justice, Federal Shariat Court, Justice (retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, former Judge Supreme Court of Pakistan, Mr. Fazlullah Pechuho, Secretary Education, Government of Sindh, Mr. Ghous Bux Khan Mahar, MNA, Mr. Fayaz Ali Butt, MPA, Mr. Moinuddin Siddiqui, Director Confucius Institute of Chinese Language, Mr. Rahim Bux Channa, Representative of Higher Education Commission and Ms. Aziz Fatima Mangi, Additional Secretary Education.
15 December 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has been awarded the topmost "W" category in terms of quality of education by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC). "W" category was awarded to SMIU by HEC on the basis of multiple parameters including its evaluation of academic programmes.
It must be mentioned over here that Sindh Madressatul Islam University founded in 2012, is just three years old, but it has emerged as one the best universities of the country led by its Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Sindh Madressatul Islam University is an Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who had studied over here for longest period of his academic career from 1887 to 1892. He had great love and reverence for his Alma Mater, as a result he had bequeathed one third of his personal property to Sindh Madressatul Islam through his Last Will and also up grated it from school to college in 1943.
Now Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's Alma Mater has reached to the highest level of success and playing significant role in imparting quality education to young generation of the country.
07 December 2015
Consul General of Switzerland in Karachi Mr. Emil Wyss has said that Switzerland is 724 years old country, and also has an old democratic system, based on local governments. Delivering lecture on "Local Government System in Switzerland" at Sindh Madressatul Islam university's Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on December 1, 2015, he said that Switzerland is a decentralized confederation, where 23 provinces exist. There are 2000 municipalities in the country, which play major role in development of the country. He said that in Switzerland, citizens can cast their vote through email, booth and in person.
Mr. Emil Wyss further said that although Switzerland has an old democracy, but it gave right to vote to its women in 1971. Now women are working in every field of life. He said that Switzerland was a centre of Europe, but it had its own political and local government system.
He further said that in Switzerland instead of conducting a census, local communities are collecting population data and on that basis resources are distributed and development works are carried out. He maintained that Switzerland's government has only nine ministers cabinet, and each minister was becoming president of the country, for one year, on rotation basis. "Our economy as well as sales tax collection system was very good," Swiss Consul General said.
Mr. Emil Wyss said that there was an 8 million population of Switzerland, where the unemployment rate was only 3 percent. He said that about 25 percent students moved to universities for higher education, the rest were giving preference to vocational education.
He said that Switzerland is hugely affected by global warming, and it is possible that there will be no snow in the country after 20 years. The world countries must work for better world environment. He also said that there was a huge influx of refugees of Syria and other countries, but the Swiss government handling it wisely.
Swiss Consul General also praised SMIU for its contribution in quality education and said that he will support collaboration between Sindh Madressatul Islam University and universities of Switzerland. He said that we can work together on students' exchange programme also.
Swiss Consul General further said that he had attended SMIU's 130th Foundation Day Celebration on 1st September 2015, observed at a local hotel and was impressed a lot from the presentations of SMIU students. Praising the hospitality of Pakistan's people, he said that Pakistan and Switzerland had similar natural beauty, so like Switzerland; Pakistan can also develop its tourism industry and attract a large number of tourists from all over the world.
Mr. Emil Wyss further said that he had been in Karachi for the last 16 months and had found the city most dynamic and has a great attraction for world tourists. He said that Karachi with a population of about 20 million people was considered as one of the biggest cities of the world and the big cities have more attraction for tourists and companies.
"Some attractive points and safety are needed for tourists over here and we are positively seeing the things, which are getting better in the city," Swiss Consul General said.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in his welcome address said that Switzerland was an central country of Europe, where education system was also its best. Thus, there was a need of collaboration between Sindh Madressatul Islam University and the universities of Switzerland.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Switzerland is the country of natural beauty, human values and precision. That is why; more than 20 Swiss persons have won Nobel Prizes so far. He said that we are trying to create opportunities for SMIU students to get international exposure. In this respect a 9 member group of SMIU students has visited UK recently and now another group of students is being going for national leadership training programme to China. After that some other students will be sent to Switzerland for academic visit.
"The students are selected on merit basis through competition," the Vice Chancellor of SMIU said. Later, question- answer session also held. Swiss Consul General also visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU.
02 December 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that today the country needs the leadership that could understand issues and problems of Pakistan and its people and find their resolution.
Speaking at a "Council of Common Interests Model Debating Federalism Competition" held at the auditorium of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, Ms Humaira Alvani, former member of Sindh Assembly, said that the country needs well educated and talented leadership that can lead the country towards progress and prosperity. "Therefore, to achieve the goals we need devoted and honest leadership," she commented and suggested that Sindh Madressatul Islam University must take initiative to train future leaders of Pakistan.
Earlier, four groups of students i.e. Women Development Group, Education Group, Resources Group and Health and environment Group raised issues facing all the four provinces of Pakistan and said that without women empowerment, the country couldn't progress. Similarly, they suggested unified education system and equal educational opportunities for boys and girls and also basic health facilities to all the people of the country. Additionally, they demanded free education and set up of monitoring council for check of academic performance of all the four provinces. They demanded for opening of more girl schools in remote areas especially of Sindh and Balochistan.
The students said that the country was also facing environmental problems include deforestation and pollution, that could be resolved on emergency basis. The students said that all the provinces of the country have rich human as well as natural resources; hence there was a need of proper and equal utilization of the resources. Ms. Humaira Alvani, noted journalist Mr. Nasir Aijaz and SMIU's faculty member Mr. Zahid Islam were members of the jury of the debate competition.
01 December 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that SMIU was the first public sector University of Pakistan that has given opportunity to its students to form "Students' Government," after imposition of ban on students unions in the country.
Addressing the Oath Taking Ceremony of newly elected members of SMIU's Students' Council held in front of the Talpur House of the university on Tuesday, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that the elections of Students' Council, which is comprised of six different societies was a practical training of the students, that will design their leadership role in the future.
"Mohtrama Benazir Bhutto had become one of the great leaders of the world because she had remained president of the Debating Society at Oxford University, during her education over there," Dr Shaikh said and added that European universities were promoting intellectualism by giving democratic right to their students to participate in democratic process based on student unions and elect their representatives.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that our universities became graveyard of intellectual activism due to ban imposed on student unions, thirty years ago and the student organization were encouraged in universities, that acted on the agenda of their respective political parties, as a result they brought violence in the universities.
The vice chancellor of the Alma Mater of Father of the Nation said that, such violent culture got lives of many innocent students and created fear and undemocratic atmosphere in the universities. He said, on the contrary, SMIU has introduced Students' Government in the university and trying to produce the best future leadership.
"Sindh Madressatul Islam University was a land of leaders, as it produced Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Abdullah Haroon, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto, Sir Ghulam Hussain Hidayatullah and others," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh while quoting Mr. Rafiuddin, the then member of Bombay Presidency said that he had also said during a session of the Bombay Presidency in 1936 that Sindh has two identities, one was that, it was the land of leaders and other one was that it was the land of sand."
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Sindh's Indus Valley Civilization is also a proof of the fact that the people of this region were leading the world in many areas. So, he hopped that the newly elected office bearers of different societies as Science Society, Literary Society, Debating Society, Art Society, Community Service Society and Sports Society will work for betterment of SMI University, the country and its people.
Earlier, he administered oath to the newly elected members of the societies and congratulated them. Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, Dean Management, Business Administration and Commerce of SMIU delivered his welcome address on the occasion.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also gave shields to former office bearers of Students'Council and faculty members of SMIU.
26 November 2015
Elections for Students' Council of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) for year 2015-16 held at premises of the university. Students of all the five departments of SMIU exercised their right to vote and elected representatives of six different societies that form Students' Council. The societies were: Science Society, Literary Society, Debating Society, Art Society, Community Service Society and Sports Society.
Following office bearers were elected for all the six societies: for Debating society Neha Altaf, (president), Pervez Ali (vice president), Hadeeqa (secretary) and Sumaira Aslam (treasure), for Art Society Hasnain Ali (president), Sumaira (vice president), Syed M. Adeel (secretary for male), Yusra Ali (secretary for female) and Gazain Khan (treasure), for Community Service Society Navin Kumar (president), Mahnoor Pervez (vice president), Muhammad Asad ( Secretary for male) Aafia (secretary for female) and Naveed Ahmed (treasure), for Literary Society Rebam Aslam (president), Ayesha Aslam (vice president), Rahemeen Akram (secretary) and Muhammad Ahmed Qureshi (treasure), for Science Society Fahad Patel (president), Wajib Khan (vice president), Hammad (secretary for male), Namra Mehmood (secretary for female) and Syed Shahroz Hassan (treasure) and for Sports Society Sharyar Khan (president), Muhammad Shahbaz Khan (vice president), Muhammad Sheraz Khan (secretary for male), Mahnoor Azhar (secretary for female) and Umair Khan (treasure).
SMIU was providing such opportunity to its students since 2014 to elect their representatives, who help in creating healthy atmosphere at the university through variety of creative co-curricular activities and support the students in their grooming as leaders of the future.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has congratulated the elected representatives of SMIU's Students' Council and hoped that they will play their positive role for betterment of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and also for students' community.
05 November 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University, besides imparting quality equation to its students is providing space and opportunities to them for their intellectual development. The SMIU Coffee House is an addition to such facilities.
He said this at the inauguration ceremony of SMIU Coffee House held at SMIU Coffee House on Thursday, after inaugurating it. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that Coffee Houses of well reputed universities of European counties have remained engines for intellectual debates, discussions and development of their students. Following such tradition SMIU has also setup SMIU Coffee House.He said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is the first university of Pakistan that has established Coffee House for its students.
He said that the SMIU Coffee House has seating capacity of about 150 persons; initially it has opened with 72 seats. "We are providing basic facilities to our students for their intellectual grooming," the Vice Chancellor of SMIU said and hoped that students and faculty shall use this facility for discussing ideas regarding tolerance, enlightenment and social and economic development of the country.
The programme was attended by Deans of faculties, chairperson of different departments, Registrar, Director Finance and other officials. Earlier, Pir Muzaffar Ali Shah, Conservationist Architect of SMIU, presented welcome addresses and praised the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU for his innovative ideas and hard work for betterment of the university.
16 October 2015
Prof. Dr. Javed Iqbal, Vice Chancellor, University of Balochistan, Quetta has said that Higher Education Commission should not be integrated in each province and the country must not establish its separate Higher Education Commission. Speaking at the technical sessions held on "Governance of Universities/ Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) and "Financial Sustainably of the Universities/Higher Educational Institutions," during the National Seminar on Higher Education in Pakistan: The Way Forward, he said that due to having different Higher Education Commissions in the country, quality of higher education will be destroyed. He said our universities were providing good quality education, hence instead of sending graduates to other parts of the world; we must encourage PhD and M.Phil study over here in our country.
Professor Dr. Dost Muhammad Baloch, Vice Chancellor, Lasbela University of Agriculture, District Lasbela said that sustainability comes with good governance. He said that governance of universities in each province is different. He said that good governance is related with financial sustainability.
Dr Akhtar Baloch, Vice Chancellor, Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari, Karachi said that governance is related to maintaining transparency and accountability in the universities.
Professor Mohammad Rais Alvi, Director KASBIT, Karachi said that without financial sustainability, it is very difficult to manage good governance. He said that the most universities are being run without financial assistance.
Professor Dr. Muhammad Haleem Khan, Vice Chancellor, Women University of AJK, Bagh, Muzaffarabad said that universities and their selection boards are not independent. He said that we instead of real universities are creating quantity of universities. Hence, universities must be independent in every way such as coordination and selection of faculty and students.
Dr. Javed Ashraf, Vice Chancellor, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad said that if we can improve quality education in existing universities then what would be purpose of establishing new universities in each district of the country. He said that many universities of the country have at least 35 years old equipments and other material, hence how can these impart quality education. He said that universities have limited sources, hence fees should be increased.
Dr Javed Ashraf said that the best way of quality research work is to hire faculty that have good research work on their credit. He said that good academic learning will lead to the best research. Hence, young faculty should be sent to the universities of other countries include USA, from where they can improve their research work qualities.
Dr Hamida Khuhro, noted historian while addressing the third technical session which was held on "Promotion of Quality Research" congratulated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for organizing this very important seminar. She said that the quality research work was not being carried out, hence without quality research work, we couldn't move forward.
Dr. Hamida Khuhro said that research was about to do something new. Also interest of students in research work should be developed from their school days, so they can become good researchers while reaching to the level of higher education. She said that the researchers should concentrate on local problems for their research.
Prof. Dr. Shahida Hasnain, Vice Chancellor the Women University, Multan, said that all universities are deprived of funds; hence we have no labs and other basic facilities at the universities. She said that we are not giving proper time to research work. She was of the view that the faculty was being selected on academic courses, but not on research work.
Dr. Muhammad Memon, Chairman, Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Hyderabad said that without research work, we could not survive. He said that there must be scholarships for research work in the country. He said that we need to have a national agenda and road map for research. He said that the regional partnership was available for research; hence we must utilize it and grab such opportunity.
Dr. Iqbal Panhwar said that without research we can't do progress. He said that outdated curriculum must be changed, while the pattern of doing M.Phil and PhD is also abusing.
Mr. Fazlullah Pechuho, Secretary Education and Literacy, Government of Sindh while addressing the last technical session held on the subject of "Perspective from Pakistan's International Partners in Education" said that with restoration of law and order situation in Pakistan, our country will emerge as a force in education and economy in the world. He said that Sindh government has launched many educational programmes with the help of donor countries. Among these programmes are Community Mobilization Programme and Public – Private Partnership that will support in brining reforms in education sector.
The provincial education secretary further said that teachers cannot manage administrative affairs of schools; hence administration and teaching cadre have been separated from each other. Now managers and directors will look after the administrative matters of educational institutes.
Consul General of Russia Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev in his speech said that research and higher teaching are a great source of Pakistan, but it requires more practical touch and establishment of more educational institutions in Pakistan. He said that there was only one university in Karachi that has singed MoU with Russia. He offered SMIU to send a batch of its students to study for few months in Russia. "These exchanges could be very fruitful as we have space research and technology, hence they can benefit from it. He said that we are working with Pakistan on these lines to establish linkages between both countries and we are offering ten free scholarships to Pakistan's students.
Ms. Rita Akhtar, Executive Director United States Education Foundation, Islamabad, Pakistan said that during current year Karachi has got more Fulbright Scholarships. She said that in the year of 2005 there were just 10 to 20 students of Pakistan who had availed said scholarships, now its number has been increased. She said Pakistan's students should be encouraged to get US degrees. Besides it, there were many other scholarships for education in USA, so Pakistan's students should avail such opportunities.
Ms. Sarah Parvez, Head of Higher Education, British Council Pakistan said that British Council was working in 110 countries of the world, and it was working with Pakistan since 1948. She said that the British Council was collaborating with many universities in Pakistan and wanted to give an international perceptive to Pakistan's universities. She said we were engaged in learning and training of Pakistan's students and teachers.
Mr. Lars Bergmeyer, Director, DAAD Information Center Islamabad said that research in universities was very important for economic development. He said that there were many scholarship holders of Pakistan, who got education and training from Germany and now serving their own country Pakistan. He further said that we all should strive for academic freedom, understating and to develop research in this scenario.
Talking in a session held on "Improving the Teaching and Learning Environment," Mohtrama Shahnaz Wazir Ali, President, SZABIST, Karachi said that institutions are build on quality education. She said knowledge skills were needed for research; hence we proactively should promote these areas.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Aslam Uqaili, Vice Chancellor, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, said that there was a need to provide quality training to teachers. He said our country has many sources, but we were lacking behind in quality of higher education. Hence, we have to improve quality of our higher education.
Dr. Zahoor Ahmad Swati, Vice Chancellor, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar said that higher education in the country can be improved through competent and committed teachers. "Teachers should be role models for their students, and teachers should engage their students in creativity and research work," he said.
Prof. Nisar Ahmed Siddiqui, Director, Institute of Business Administration, Sukkur said that the higher education was considered as a tool for economic growth in a country. He said the government, academia and industry can jointly bring change in the higher education.
All the six technical sessions were followed by Question-Answer sessions also.
Dr Sikandar Ali Mandhro, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Environment and Cooperation Government of Sindh has said that universities are backbone of the Nation, thus, we can solve problems of our country through education. Similarly, knowledge is important to reduce curse of ignorance. He said this while speaking at the concluding session of "National Seminar on Higher Education in Pakistan: The Way Forward."
Dr. Mandhro said that resources of universities must be developed, that will benefit people of the country. He said that young generation must become exemplary citizens and that objective can be achieved through quality education. He also said that the federal as well as provincial governments should provide funds to the universities. He said vice chancellors, serving at different universities, can guide the governments in respect of financial and other related matters and we will follow their advices.
Mr. Shah Jahan Khan, Coordinator to Chief Minister Sindh said that more attention should be paid to universities for progress of the country. He said that more quality people should be produced for development of the country. He said if we want developed and harmonious country, then we must give priority to quality higher education.
Vice chancellors of difference universities also gave their concluding remarks during the session and said that higher education should be on priority of federal as well as provincial governments and their financial matters should be resolved.
In the end Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, the host of the event and vice chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University once again thanked to the honorable guests, and wished that the higher authorizes will act upon the suggestions given by the speakers in the seminar. On this occasion he gave customary gifts as Ajrak and shields to the guests.
16 October 2015
Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, Sindh's Minister for Education and Literacy has said that higher education was necessary for nation's progress and development. Hence, more universities should be opened in the country, especially in Sindh, where only 50 universities working in public and private sector, can't fulfill needs of huge population of the province. He said this while addressing inaugural session of "National Seminar on Higher Education in Pakistan: The Way Forward," which was organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University at a local hotel on Friday, October 16, 2015.
Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro said that we were not in favour of mushroom growth of universities in public and private sector, but there was a need of quality universities in Pakistan and Sindh province. The provincial education minister while emphasizing on merit based selection of students and faculty, said that we must concentrate on research. The distance learning was also a one way for getting education that should not be discouraged. He also said that after passage of 18th amendment the provinces were allowed to establish their own Higher Education Commissions, and now Sindh has its fully functional Higher Education Commission. He further said that our universities need funding, quality, encouragement and good faculty and students.
Mr. Khuhro said that Pakistan was doing well in education sector, but when we compare our universities with the universities of other countries, we feel that we must move forward in this respect. He said that there were more opportunities of higher education in Pakistan; hence we have to concentrate on quality of higher education in the country.
He also congratulated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on organizing this more important seminar.
Ms. Sharmila Farooqui, Special Assistant to Chief Minister Sindh said that Pakistan was confronting with an issue of quality of higher education. Hence, there should be merit based selection of faculty and students. She said that the enough funds should be allocated for scholarships for students. Also endowment fund should be set up for research work by faculty. She said that there was a continuous need of reviewing our syllabus. She also said that SMIU must open its campuses in other cities of Sindh like Sukkur, Larkana and other cities to provide quality education to poor students, who could not come to Karachi.
Mr. Mazharul Haq Siddiqui, former Vice Chancellor of University of Sindh said that human resources are very important for development of any country, while higher education is equally important for any nation's progress. He said that we must give importance to our primary education, thereafter, higher education could be improved. He said we were far below in investment in education sector and that was only 2 percent, hence education budget must be increased and more universities be opened specially in rural areas of Sindh, as almost all universities were situated in urban areas.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his welcome address extended his deepest gratitude to the guests especially vice chancellors who came from other provinces of Pakistan. He said that main objective of holding this seminar was to discuss the issues related to universities and higher education in Pakistan and find ways to move forward. He said that this was a first seminar of its kind that SMIU has organized in the country. Dr Shaikh said that we must think on it why majority of our universities was not generating good results. He said that there were weaknesses of our higher education system. This is why; only one person - Dr Abdul Salam had received Nobel Prize so far. He said that outdated syllabus and politicization of teachers and students were among the problems facing universities. Hence, we must focus on quality of our higher education.
08 October 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) is organizing a "National Seminar on Higher Education in Pakistan: The Way Forward" on 16th October 2015 at a local hotel in where vice chancellors from all over Pakistan, other distinguished academics and other stakeholders will discuss on variety of subjects and issues related to higher education in Pakistan.
In this regard a meeting of senior management, deans and chairpersons of SMIU was held at Seminar Hall of the university on Thursday, which was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University. In the meeting, arrangements were reviewed and names of guests and panelists were finalized.
According to the details, besides inaugural and concluding sessions, there would be six technical sessions. Proceedings of the seminar will start from 9.00 am and will continue up to 6.00 pm. Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, Sindh's Minister for Education and Literacy, Ms. Sharmila Farooqui, Special Assistant to Chief Minister Sindh and Mr. Mazharul Haq Siddiqui, former Vice Chancellor University of Sindh, Jamshoro will address the inaugural session, while Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU will present welcome address.
Then the first technical session will start from 11.00 am on the theme of "Governance of Universities/ Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs)." It will be chaired by Dr. Javed Ashraf, Vice Chancellor, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad. Among the panelists would be Prof. Ajmal Khan, Vice Chancellor, Islamia College University Peshawar, Professor Dr. Dost Muhammad Baloch, Vice Chancellor, Lasbela University of Agriculture, District Lasbela, Balochistan, Dr. Akhtar Baloch, Vice Chancellor, Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari, Karachi and Dr Nilofer Shaikh, former Vice Chancellor, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur Mirs.
Second technical session would be on "Financial Sustainably of the Universities/Higher Educational Institutions." It will be chaired by Mr. Iqbal Hussain Durrani, Secretary to Chief Minister Sindh for Boards and Universities in Sindh, while Prof. Dr. Javed Iqbal, Vice Chancellor, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Professor Dr. Muhammad Haleem Khan, Vice Chancellor, Women University of AJK, Bagh, Muzaffarabad and Professor Mohammad Rais Alvi, Director KASBIT, Karachi will be among the panelists.
Third technical session would be on "Promotion of Quality Research," and will be chaired by Dr. Hamida Khuhro, noted historian and former Minister for Education, Sindh. Among the panelists would be Dr. Javed Ashraf, Vice Chancellor, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shah, Vice Chancellor Government College University, Faisalabad, Prof. Dr. Shahida Hasnain, Vice Chancellor The Women University, Multan and Dr. Muhammad Memon, Chairman, Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Hyderabad.
Fourth technical session would be on "Improving the Teaching and Learning Environment," and it will be chaired by Mohtrama Shahnaz Wazir Ali, President, SZABIST, Karachi. Among the panelists would be Prof. Dr. Muhammad Aslam Uqaili, Vice Chancellor, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Dr. Zahoor Ahmad Swati, Vice Chancellor, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar and Prof. Nisar Ahmed Siddiqui, Director, Institute of Business Administration, Sukkur.
Fifth technical session would be on "Future of Distance learning Programmes." It will be presided over by Dr. Abdul Wahab, President, Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, while Dr. Shahid Siddiqui, Vice Chancellor, Allama Iqbal Open University, Dr. Mujeeb-u-ddin Memon, Vice Chancellor, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, Dr Zia ul Qayyum, Vice Chancellor, University Of Gujrat and Engr. Prof. Dr. Malik Akhtar Ali, Vice Chancellor NFC Institute of Engineering and Technology, Multan, would be among the panelists.
The sixth and last technical session would be on "Perspective from Pakistan's International Partners in Education." It will be chaired by Dr Fazlullah Pechuho, Secretary Education and Literacy, Government of Sindh. Among the panelists would be Mr. Hadi Santoso, Consul General, Indonesian Consulate General, Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev, Consul General of Russia in Karachi and Ms. Rita Akhtar, Executive Director United States Education Foundation, Islamabad, Pakistan.
The concluding session would be chaired by Dr Sikandar Mandhro, Provincial Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Environment and Cooperation, while a set of Vice Chancellors from various provinces shall give concluding remarks.
07 October 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) observed Pink Ribbon Day on Wednesday at its campus. In this respect an awareness programme was held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU, which was presided over by Ms. Shaista M. Ali and was attended by female faculty, staff members and girl students of SMI University and SMIU Model School, in a large number.
Addressing the programme speakers highlighted importance of Pink Ribbon Day, which was related to the breast cancer and stressed upon girl students to create awareness among women about breast cancer, which was a big threat to women's lives in the country.
Ms. Shaista M. Ali advised that women should be more conscious about the reasons of breast cancer and must avoid the reasons causing breast cancer.
Dr. Nausheen Shah, Campus Medical Officer of SMIU in her presentation said that there was a lack of health knowledge among women; hence it was a responsibility of literate women to educate their illiterate sisters about health issues and problems.
On this occasion a poster competition was also held at SMIU, in which girl students of SMIU participated. SMIU's girl students gave a strong message about the breast cancer through their posters displayed in corridor of the Main Building of SMIU.
Later on, Ms. Shaista M. Ali along with Dr Nausheen Shah and Prof. Dr. Syeda Dawood, Advisor Students' Affairs, distributed certificates and shields among the girl students of SMIU.
5th October 2015
The selected students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, selected through competitive process, shall visit various cities of Pakistan on their study tour during the semester break in January 2016. In this regard, first round of competition has already taken place and 30 students (16 female and 14 male) have been selected.
In the second round, the students of Masters Programs i.e. MS, MBA etc. as well as the final year students of undergraduate programs (7th and 8th Semesters) shall be eligible to compete, provided their GPA and CGPA is above 2.5.
There shall be a written test, comprising of following three components, tentatively on 14th November 2015 for the second round:
a) English Composition and Essay Writing
b) Objective type General Knowledge
c) Précis Writing
The students who shall qualify in the above test shall be called for interviews and due weightage shall be given to their public speaking skills, sports achievements or any other co-curricular activity in which they excelled like painting, photography, singing, music, prose, poetry etc.
The interested students are advised to register their names with Mr. Furqan Iftikhar, Manager Research Operations (ORIC) on email: fiftikhar@smiu.edu.pk latest by 15th October 2015, with a copy endorsed to the Controller of Examinations. The names of the eligible candidates for the test will be notified in due course of time.
01 October 2015
Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev, Consul General of Russian Federation in Karachi has said that Russian Federation offers 10 scholarships to Pakistan's students for free education in Russian Federation annually, but due to unawareness among the students of Pakistan, most scholarships are un availed. He said this while addressing faculty and students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU on Thursday.
The Russian Consul General said that there was no agreement between Pakistan and Russia about cooperation in the field of education. Therefore, we should do something in this regards and find ways of cooperation and collaboration in various fields of education including exchange of faculty and students and also in the area of research between the two counties and Sindh Madressatul Islam University can lead in this regard.
Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev further said that there was a need of collaboration and cooperation between SMIU and other universities of Pakistan and Russian universities and that act will prove beginning of a new era between the two countries. The Russian Consul General said that here are great opportunities of education, trade, commerce, industry, medicine and information technology in Russian Federation.
He said that these two countries have become very close in bilateral relations, which are being strengthened day by day. "We are working on joint projects including a pipeline from Karachi to Lahore and establishment of two power plants: one at Guddu in Sindh and other one at Muzzafargrah in Punjab. Besides these projects, Russia is also assisting Pakistan in gas and oil exploration," Consul General of Russian Federation informed.
He said that we are improving the climate of bilateral relations between two countries and in this regard Mr. Nawaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, a delegation of businessmen of Pakistan and other officials visited Russia recently, and these visits were helping to find the ways of cooperation between Pakistan and Russia. He also said that these two countries have too come very close on burning international issues.
Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev said that in near future we see better relations between Pakistan and Russia. Besides government to government contacts there was a need of people to people contact between these two countries.
Earlier Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his welcome address welcomed Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev, on his visit to SMIU and said that Pakistan and Russia have good friendly relations spread over decades. "No one country was willing to transfer technology to Pakistan, but it was the then Soviet Union (to which Russia was a part) not only assisted Pakistan in setting up of Steel Mills in but also transferred its technology to Pakistan," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said.
He further stated that there was a need of cooperation between Pakistan and Russian Federation in field of education. He said that the visit of Consul General of Russian Federation to SMIU will result in dawn of a new era of cooperation and collaboration between Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Russian universities.
The speech of the guest was followed by question answer session. Later on, Mr. Oleg N. Avdeev visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU and praised the relics of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, founder of Pakistan, Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, founder of SMIU and other old students and also old record of the institution, preserved at the museum.
17 September 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University believes in quality performance of its employees, this is why; it was continuously organizing training programmes and refreshing courses for its teaching and non- teaching cadre.
He said this on Thursday while speaking at a Certificate Distribution Ceremony, organized by SMIU after completion of 3- day Indigenous On-Campus Training held for SMIU's non- teaching staff with collaboration of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. About 35 non-teaching staff of 15 departments of SMIU participated in it.
Before it, SMIU had also been organized trainings for its faculty with collaboration of British Council and Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that trainings are necessary for personal grooming of employees, which ultimately benefit the institution by their increased performance and skills. The Vice Chancellor of SMIU advised the employees who got training that they must improve their performance and prove themselves as an asset for the university.
Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, Dean Department of Business Administration and Ms. Uzma Batool, Deputy Registrar, who were also coordinators of the training programme, also spoke on the occasion. Later on, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh distributed certificates among participants of the training progrmme.
15 September 2015
Mr. Fazlullah Pechuho, Secretary Education and Literacy Department, Government of Sindh has said that the Education Department has taken revolutionary steps for improvement in education system in Sindh by introducing Biometric System and separation of management cadre from education cadre as teaching staff can't mange education system properly.
He said this while delivering lecture on "State of Education in Sindh" on Tuesday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU).
Mentioning changes brought in the department Mr. Fazlullah Pechuho said that the Sindh Education Department has enrolled a large number of teaching and non teaching staff members through Biometric System, while more than 2200 Monitors for teachers' attendance are being hired to ensure attendance of teachers in schools. In addition to it, the Sindh Education Department is also working on scanning and archiving one hundred and fifty thousand files of employees of the department aimed at digitalizing official record. He further said that a mobile complaint system has also introduced, that can be helpful in improvement of education system.
Mr. Pechuho said that 2000 head masters are also being recruited on merit basis. "In the last three years no single teacher has been recruited on chit, and all the 15000 teachers have been recruited through NTS system and the donors had too testified their merit," Mr. Pechuho said.
He said that the Sindh government is spending 15000 to 18000 rupees per child enrolled in a public sector school, annually, but the private schools are spending approximately 900 rupees per child, while there is no difference in quality of education in both the private and public sector primary schools. Private schools also pay less than 50 percent salaries to their teachers than the teachers of public sector schools. Hence the private schools should increase salaries of teachers, not fees of students.
He also said that the USAID is spending a huge amount on education in Sindh and 120 most modern schools are also being established in Sindh, which will be run through Education Management System. He said that for this management system Rs500million have been allocated. The Sindh Education Secretary said that curriculum is also being reviewed. After 18th Amendment, the Government of Sindh has established its Curriculum Wing, which earlier was a federal subject.
Mr. Pechuho said English language is essential for individual as well as national progress and Urdu, Sindhi and other languages should also be taught. "In today's global village we can't live in isolation," he said and added that people should own schools of their respective areas as our ancesters were doing in the past. In such a way we can improve our education system.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his speech welcomed the Education Secretary at SMIU and said that education is a more important area that can make or destroy a nation. Because quality of human resources is important for any nation's progress and development.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that he had also served the Sindh Education Department as a Director General of Colleges some time ago; hence he was fully aware about the problems facing Sindh Education Department including curriculum, absentees and ghost teachers.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave books written by him, to Mr. Fazlullah Pechuho. The lecture was followed by question - answer session.
The Education Secretary also visited Jinnah Museums and other sections of SMIU.
14 September 2015
Dr Shahid Siddiqui, Vice Chancellor of Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad (AIOU) has said that AIQU and Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) will cooperate with each other in the field of education and research and will share their resources for cause of quality education in the country.
Addressing the faculty members of SMIU at Junagarh Hall of the university on Monday, the Vice Chancellor of AIOU said that it was his first visit to SMIU, which has a historic significance being an Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. "I felt proud while passing through the corridors, where the Quaid had walked during his period of study over here. Even the faculty of SMIU is also privileged as it was serving here," Vice Chancellor of AIOU commented.
He further said that AIOU was publishing eight research journals, hence, SMIU faculty can also contribute their research works. He said that if the research work can't benefit our society and under privileged people, then it has no importance.
Praising the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU played for development of the institution, the Vice Chancellor of AIOU Dr Shahid Siddiqui said that Dr Shaikh has performed a marvelous role by elevating a school to the level of university. He has great leadership qualities and he always thinks about progress and development of SMIU and its contacts with national and international universities.
Talking about literacy rate in the country, Dr Shahid Siddiqui said at the time of Independence, there was only 19 percent literacy rate in Pakistan, now it has reached to 60 percent. Despite that we have to spread education even to the down trodden classes and remote areas of the country.
He said that AIOU is imparting education to 1.3 million students all over the country and it was a great vision of Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, who introduced distance learning in 1974 by establishing AIOU, while the world is coming to the same idea of distance learning now. He said that the main objective of AIOU is to provide quality education to financially poor students on their door steps.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU said that the cooperation between SMIU and AIOU is pertinent for quality education in the country. He said that among these two institutions one carries name of Allama Muhammad Iqbal and other university is an Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, hence these two universities must come closer to each other, which will be a great national service.
On the occasion, a Question-Answer session also held. Prior to it, Mr. Shahid Siddiqui visited Jinnah Museum, TV and FM Radio Stations of SMIU and other sections and appreciated the administration of SMIU for providing such modern supporting facilities to its students.
Result of the Comprehensive Examination (Short Courses) Conducted on 28th August 2015.
01. Under mentioned 40 Male and 40 Female Students have been successful in the Comprehensive Examination (Short Courses):
Male |
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| S.No | Name | Student ID | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huzaifa | 13EN01 | Environmental Sciences |
| 2 | Ahsan Khan | 15SBSCS03 | Computer Science |
| 3 | Fahad Patel | 12CS32 | Computer Science |
| 4 | Noor Ul Haq | 14CS49 | Computer Sciences |
| 5 | Syed Farhad Anwer | 13MD14 | Media Studies |
| 6 | Syed Atif Raza | 12CS14 | Computer Science |
| 7 | Yousuf Raza | 15SBSCS71 | Computer Science |
| 8 | Muhammad Danial | 12CS44 | Computer Science |
| 9 | Usama | 13MD02 | Media Studies |
| 10 | Rehan Ahmed | 14CS51 | Computer Sciences |
| 11 | Muhammad Assad Ali | 15SBSCS37 | Computer Science |
| 12 | Asad Iqbal | 13CS04 | Computer Sciences |
| 13 | Rizwan Ahmed | 14CS54 | Computer Sciences |
| 14 | Junaid Abid | 12BU05 | Business Administration |
| 15 | Junaid Ali Warsi | 12CS31 | Computer Science |
| 16 | Shaharyar Khan | 12CS05 | Computer Science |
| 17 | Umair Khan | 12CS13 | Computer Science |
| 18 | Wasif Ali Shar | 12BU45 | Business Administration |
| 19 | Syed Fouzan Ahmed | 15SBSCS62 | Computer Science |
| 20 | Abdul Muneeb Zahid | 13CS11 | Computer Sciences |
| 21 | Usama | 15SBU52 | Business Administration |
| 22 | Umar Usman Zaidi | 13MD01 | Media Studies |
| 23 | Nadir Ahmed | 13BU14 | Business Administration |
| 24 | Arshman Naseer | 12MD07 | Media Studies |
| 25 | Muhammad Mubashir | 15SBU31 | Business Administration |
| 26 | Muhammad Shoaib | 15SBSCS47 | Computer Science |
| 27 | Hasnain Ali | 12MD15 | Media Studies |
| 28 | Muhammad Saqib Khan | 12MD01 | Media Studies |
| 29 | Mohabbat Ali | 13BU03 | Business Administration |
| 30 | Danish Khan | 15SBSCS12 | Computer Science |
| 31 | Osama Imran | 15SBSCS52 | Computer Science |
| 32 | Sumeer Khalid | 12BU34 | Business Administration |
| 33 | Syed Taimoor Ahmed | 14CS68 | Computer Sciences |
| 34 | Ikram Rasool | 14BU16 | Business Administration |
| 35 | Mohsin Abbas | 12BU17 | Business Administration |
| 36 | Syed Athar Ali Shah | 15SBSMD14 | Media Studies |
| 37 | Talha Nasim | 15SBSCS66 | Computer Science |
| 38 | Navin Kumar | 12BU44 | Business Administration |
| 39 | Muhammad Maaz Ijaz | 13BU12 | Business Administration |
| 40 | Dost Muhammad | 15SBSCS14 | Computer Science |
Female |
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| S.No | Name | Student ID | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Sehar Aslam | 13BU02 | Business Administration |
| 42 | Munza Abro | 12EN10 | Environmental Sciences |
| 43 | Sadaf Ghori | 13MD11 | Media Studies |
| 44 | Kanwal Iqbal | 12CS07 | Computer Science |
| 45 | Rebam Aslam | 13BU06 | Business Administration |
| 46 | Hafiza Alia | 12CS16 | Computer Science |
| 47 | Sumaira Aslam | 12BU02 | Business Administration |
| 48 | Rimsha Kanwal | 13BU01 | Business Administration |
| 49 | Ayesha Aslam | 13BU08 | Business Administration |
| 50 | Faiza | 12BU11 | Business Administration |
| 51 | Rozeena Sindhu | 12ED01 | Education |
| 52 | Saima | 15SBU38 | Business Administration |
| 53 | Rahemeen Ikram | 13BU07 | Business Administration |
| 54 | Aafia | 14BU01 | Business Administration |
| 55 | Khushbo Rizwan | 12MD11 | Media Studies |
| 56 | Ayesha Atique | 12BU27 | Business Administration |
| 57 | Hina Rao | 12BU39 | Business Administration |
| 58 | Faiza | 13ED01 | Education |
| 59 | Kiran | 14CS21 | Computer Sciences |
| 60 | Umaima | 15SBU50 | Business Administration |
| 61 | Hadeeqa | 14BU11 | Business Administration |
| 62 | Qarina Mehboob | 12MD16 | Media Studies |
| 63 | Yusra | 14BU47 | Business Administration |
| 64 | Hiba Shah | 15SBU18 | Business Administration |
| 65 | Syeda Qandeel Zehra | 15SBSMD15 | Media Studies |
| 66 | Maria | 12ED03 | Education |
| 67 | Halima Agha | 12ED02 | Education |
| 68 | Saher Khan | 14CS55 | Computer Sciences |
| 69 | Falak Nawaz | 12BU41 | Business Administration |
| 70 | Namra | 13CS01 | Computer Sciences |
| 71 | Saleha | 13BU04 | Business Administration |
| 72 | Maliha | 14BU21 | Business Administration |
| 73 | Misbah Iqbal | 12MD12 | Media Studies |
| 74 | Zobia Kanwal | 13CS15 | Computer Sciences |
| 75 | Wajeeha Shahid | 14BU46 | Business Administration |
| 76 | Rida Ali | 14CS52 | Computer Sciences |
| 77 | Faiza Riaz | 15SBSMD03 | Media Studies |
| 78 | Saba Khalil | 13BU16 | Business Administration |
| 79 | Aliza Batool | 15SBU06 | Business Administration |
| 80 | Arhama Afif | 15SBSCS08 | Computer Science |
02. The above mentioned students are to appear for interview beforeSelection Committee.
03. Some marks have been allocated for Interview which will be added in the Comprehensive Examination. These marks will be given on the basis of their participation in Co-Curricular activities consisting of the following:
4. Students are to produce proofs of participation in these activities during interview.
5. Interviews will be held in the Conference Room and dates of interviews for the Students are as follows:
| STUDENTS FROM SERIAL NO. | DATE | DAY | TIMINGS |
| Serial No. 01 - 26 | 16-9-2015 | Wednesday | 3:00pm (Sharp) |
| Serial No. 27 - 54 | 17-9-2015 | Thursday | 3:00pm (Sharp) |
| Serial No. 55 - 80 | 18-9-2015 | Friday | 3:00pm (Sharp) |
6. On the basis of the interview and their performance in the Comprehensive Examination, Selection Committee will select only 20 Male Students out of 40 and 20 Female Students out 40 thereby the Final Selection of only 40 Students (20 Male + 20 Female) will be made.
09 September 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NED University of Engineering and Technology, on Wednesday at SMIU's Conference Room.
The MoU was signed by Dr Tasneem Ahmed, Director Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) of SMIU and Dr Syed Mehmood Hussain, Director ORIC of NED University. Both the universities will collaborate in education, research and commercialization with each other.
It would be important to mention here that SMIU had earlier signed MoUs with seven Chinese universities and also collaborating with five UK universities in the field of education, training and duel degree programme. Besides, SMIU has signed MoUs with Pakistan's universities including Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University, Islamabad, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar, Sardar Bahadur Khan Women's University, Quetta, Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi and others.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU while referring collaborations with national and international universities has said that besides establishing close relations with domestic universities, SMIU's has entered in its global academic role. This is why; it was emerged as a world class university.
Dr Shaikh has further said that SMIU is sending its 20 students to China for one semester in February 2016, while it is also going to establish its an offshore campus in Colombo, Sri Lanka with the help of Government of Pakistan.
05 September 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) while welcoming the newly admitted students at Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that SMIU is like a river of learning, where newly admitted students have now been reached. Hence, it is their responsibility to equally benefit from this place of opportunities.
Addressing the Orientation Day organized by SMIU at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium on Saturday he said that the newly admitted students have great responsibilities, being the fellow students of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
"Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Jinnah was admitted at SMI like you and he had also used to sit in this auditorium, in classrooms and walk into corridors and ground of the institute, as you will go through it, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that this elevation of your career, will go with you throughout your life. Hence, if you work hard, you will make proud to us, your family and your country also.
He said that SMIU has world class facilities for its students and it follows merit based system in admissions as well as sending students to foreign visits as recently a group of 9 students of SMIU had gone to UK with cooperation of British Council. "In month of January 2016, a group of 20 students will go to China for six months for learning and training purpose," the Vice Chancellor said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh advised the students to follow the principles of time management, which is key factor to achieve something in life. "Proper usage of time makes different to human beings from each other, as the nature has given equal time to all, without any difference of colour, creed, religion and physical appearance," he said.
Earlier, Dean of Department of Business Administration Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, Dean of IT Department Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Chairperson Department of Computer Science Mr. Abdul Hafeez, Chairperson Department of Business Administration Dr Riaz Soomro, Chairperson Department of Media Studies and Social Sciences Ms. Ambreen Fazal, Chairperson Department of Environmental Sciences Ms Nargis Akhtar, Chairperson Department of Education Dr Shaista Naz, Registrar Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Director Quality Enhancement Cell Dr Tasneem Ahmed, Controller of Examinations Mr. Zafar Hameed, Director IT Mr . Shah Mohammad Butt, Director Finance Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Librarian Ms. Samreen Gul and Dr. Syeda Dawood introduced their departments and staff working there.
Documentaries about SMIU were also screened on the occasion.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah, Mr. Chad Peterson, Acting U.S. Consul General in Mr. Robin Devies, Director British Council, Mr. Olig Avdeer, Russian Consul General in Mr. Hadi Santoso, Indonesian Consul General in Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Mr. Emil Wyss, Consul General of Switzerland in Mr. Akhtar Baloch, Vice Chancellor of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Lyari and Dr Abdul Wahab, Vice Chancellor of Muhammad Ali Jinnah University addressing 130th Foundation Day Anniversary of SMIU at a local.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam was established by a visionary person Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi on the time when Sindh was backward in modern education. Therefore, Sindh Madressatul Islam was second great Muslim educational institution after Aligarh Muslim University in subcontinent. He said this while addressing the 130th Foundation Day Anniversary of Sindh Madressatul Islam University celebrated at a local hotel by Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. He said that today we must pay tribute to Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, who was behind the establishment of this great institution.
Syed Qaim Ali Shah further said that SMIU has flourished through the times and now it is working as a best university of the country due to efforts of its vice chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh. "Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh was the first man, who convinced me to elevate Sindh Madressatul Islam to the level of university," the CM Sindh said and added that Dr Shaikh had argued that Sindh Madressatul Islam would be a different university from other public sector universities in Sindh and now it really has emerged as a different university in Sindh in terms of its international linkages, quality of teaching and learning.
Talking about 130 years old historic building of SMIU, Syed Qaim Ali Shah said that after passage of 130 years, this beautiful building has been maintained very well by administration of the university.
He hoped that in future he would see Sindh Madressatul Islam University one of the best universities not only of Pakistan but of the world.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Chad Peterson, Acting U.S. Consul General in Karachi congratulated SMIU's Vice Chancellor, its faculty and students on 130th anniversary of SMIU. He said that the US extends support to Pakistan in education sector. He also said US was providing Fulbright Scholarships and need based scholarships to the students of Pakistan in a larger number. Mr. Robin Devies, Director British Council for Sindh and Balochistan said that SMIU was a marvelous institution; therefore, he was happy to participate in its 130th anniversary. He also appreciated the services of SMIU's Vice Chancellor as well as the presentations given by SMIU's nine students, who recently visited UK under the Future Leadership Programmae, jointly sponsored by SMIU and British Council.
Mr. Hadi Santoso, Indonesian Consul General in Karachi in his speech said that it was an honour for him to be there on the 130th anniversary of SMIU, which has moto of "Enter to learn and go forth to serve." Mr. Hadi said he hoped that SMIU will strive to continue its educational services nationally and internationally, in future. Lauding the brotherly relations of these two brother countries, Indonesia and Pakistan the Indonesian Consul General said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had supported Indonesia's War of Independence in 1945.
"After creation of Pakistan, Pakistan had sent its 600 soldiers to Indonesia and among these, 500 had been martyred and one hundred survived," he said and added that similarly, during the Indo- Pak war of 1965, Indonesia had offered military assistance to Pakistan. He congratulated vice chancellor SMIU and faculty and students of SMIU on 130th Foundation Day of the institution.
Mr. Olig Avdeer, Russian Consul General in Karachi said that as SMIU was providing quality education to the younger generations of Sindh, hence Russian Federation also wanted that SMIU and Russian universities should cooperate with each other in the field of learning and training. Mr. Emil Wyss, Consul General of Switzerland in Karachi said that the efforts of the people related to this institution made its 130 years long journey possible. He wished that after Noble Laureate Abdul Salam, the next Nobel laureate will come from Sindh Madressatul Islam University. He also extended cooperation to SMIU on behalf of Swiss universities.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his presentation on the subject of "Past, Present and Future of Sindh Madressatul Islam University" said that SMIU through its 130 years of service has produced a large number of great leaders including Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He also highlighted the role and successes of present day SMIU.
Talking about the international linkages he said that SMIU has signed agreements with seven Chinese universities and was also working on collaboration with UK universities as well as other countries. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also said the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan is supporting SMIU for opening its offshore campus in Colombo (Sri Lanka); hence government of Sindh should initially provide seed money for the project.
Mr. Akhtar Baloch, Vice Chancellor of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Lyari and Dr Abdul Wahab, Vice Chancellor of Muhammad Ali Jinnah University also highlighted the role of SMIU played in modern education in the region. Earlier, students of SMIU who visited UK also shared their experiences and observations through their presentations. A documentary on SMIU, prepared by SMIU students was also screened on the occasion.
Prof. Dr. Asif Ali, Dean of SMIU's Department of Computer Science presented welcome address. In the last, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and other prominent personalities and foreign diplomats performed the cake cutting ceremony.
The ceremony was attended by a large number of foreign diplomats, academicians, intellectuals and prominent personalities of the country including spouse of Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah, provincial minister Dr Sikandar Mandhro, Consul General of South Korea Dr. Kim Dong Gi, Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh Noor-e-Helal Saifur Rehman, distinguished historian of Pakistan Dr. Hamida Khuhro, MNA Mr. Ghous Bux Mahar, Justice (retd.) Hamid Ali Mirza, Justice (retd.) Agha Rafiq Ahmed, A.W. Kazi, Alia Imam, Muslim Shamim, Dr Musrat Mirza, SMIU faculty and staff members also attended it.
In addition to the evening reception, SMIU also organized two programmes by the University students as well as SMIU Model School at its campus in the morning, which were by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and Mrs. Shaista M. Ali respectively. Ms. Nabila Kanwal, Principal of SMIU Model School and other teachers also spoke on the occasion. Besides, Students of SMIU presented tableaus, dramas, performed on folk songs and delivered speeches. Cake cutting ceremony also held during this programme.
31 August 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Alma Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other heroes of the country is celebrating its 130th Foundation Day on Tuesday, September 01, 2015 with a great fervor and enthusiasm.
In this regard a meeting of deans and chairpersons of various departments and other senior officials of the university was held at Conference Hall of SMIU, which was chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU.
In the meeting all arrangements of 130th Foundation Day Anniversary of the second modern Muslim educational institution of subcontinent, after Aligarh Muslim University, were reviewed in detail and then finalized.
According to details activities of the foundation day anniversary will start from 9.00 am and will continue whole the day. SMIU Model School will organize a beautiful programme at 9:00 am at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto auditorium of the university that will continue up to 10:15 am. In it boy and girl students of SMIU Model School's primary and secondary sections will deliver speeches, present folk songs and perform on tableaus. Teachers of SMIU Model School will also speak on the role of Sindh Madressatul Islam played in modern education and social change in the region before and after partition.
Then students of various academic departments of Sindh Madressatul Islam University will organize a programme at 11:00 am at the same auditorium. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, will be chief guest. In this programme various groups of students of SMI University will trace the journey of this historic institution from school to the university, through their different activities.
In the evening a programme will be held in a local hotel, where prominent personalities of different walks of life of the country will participate.
It would be important to mention here that SMIU was founded on 1st September 1885 at Karachi by Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi and his colleagues for imparting modern education to Muslims of Sindh. It received college status on June 21, 1943, which was inaugurated by Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and it was elevated to the level of university on February 16, 2012. Now SMIU has emerged as one of the best universities of the country with international linkages with universities in UK, China and other countries.
Thus, this greatest academic institution of Pakistan is to complete 130 years of its marvelous and proud journey on 1st September 2015.
19 August 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University distributed letters of regularization, promotion and up gradation of 23 faculty and staff members of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Wednesday at a ceremony held at the auditorium of the university. Among these employees, services of eleven faculty members were regularized, three staff members were promoted and six office superintendants were upgraded.
Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb was also given letter of his appointment as Dean of Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU while congratulating the employees who received promotion, regularization and promotion letters said that he has fulfilled his promise that he had made earlier to the employees of the university that those who will perform their duties honestly and with dedication, will be regularized and promoted as soon as possible. He said that it was a tradition of this great institution that it has always gave honor to its those employees who had upheld its interests and played their positive, healthy and result oriented role in its promotion.
The Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that it was a second phase of regularization of the employees. A few months back, 66 employees, working in grade 16 and below were regularized. "In the next phase more deserving employees would be regularized and promoted," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that SMIU is newly established university, of about three years, and during these years it has emerged as a world class university. Thus, there are big opportunities for faculty and staff members working over here. He said that the faculty members will be supported in their higher and post doctorate education within the country and abroad.
He said although the SMI University is in its formative phase but it has signed agreements and MoUs with 7 Chinese universities, Pakistan's universities and has also established linkages with USA and UK based universities and educational organizations. Hence, we are creating lot of opportunities of academic and professional development of students as well faculty and staff members.
On the other hand the employees of Sindh Madressatul Islam University thanked Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, on his decision to regularize and promotion them. They, in a separate statement said that Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh has always thought and taken decisions for benefits of the employees." We had never demanded for promotion and regularization, but the Vice Chancellor himself considered our services and himself and put our cases for regularization and promotion before the statutory bodies," they said.
18 August 2015
Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu, Acting Chairman of Pakistan Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has said that the PEMRA is regulatory authority not a controlling authority, despite that it is advising electronic media to follow the laws, which are modern laws. He said this while delivering lecture on "Media Ethics," organized by Department of Media Studies and Social Sciences of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday at its auditorium.
Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu said that there were 18 laws about the media, but there was no media policy in the country, that is why many complications are being faced by the authority as well as the media.
The PEMRA chairman while mentioning development process that took place in formation of code of conduct for media, said that so far no consensus on the code of conduct has been built due divergence of views.
Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu further said the PEMRA, following its own code of conduct, upholds national interests and it is clear about norms, values, national interests, terrorism, personal and social rights, beliefs and other such matters related to citizens of the country.
Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu further said that now we are witnessing a revolutionary change in media that Indian channels are demanding Pakistan's content, as their middle class people have been fade up with their stereotype stories and glamour.
The PEMRA chairman was of the view that for the last 15 years, media and judiciary have emerged as a prominent source of power in the country. He also said that there were 91 Seattleite television channels, 199 FM radio stations and 25 channels of foreign countries have landing rights.
Giving details about investment in the field of electronic media he said that there was cumulative investment of 3.5 US$, and hopefully it would be 4.00 billion US$ up to December 2015. He said the electronic media has generated about 200,000 direct and indirect jobs for the people of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University while welcoming Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu at SMIU said that there was only one channel in Pakistan before 2002, but after it, an independent media emerged, that benefited almost all sections of society. "Prior to the private electronic media, about half of the population of the country, being illiterate had no access to information and entertainment except Radio Pakistan and PTV," but these channels reached to their door steps with latest information. Such change has created awareness among the masses.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that despite such big social change there was a problem especially with the electronic media that they had a lack of professionally trained manpower; as a result they couldn't present quality content and uphold ethical and moral values. On the contrary, the print media was so balanced due to its centuries old traditions of balanced journalism.
On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave away shield to Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu. Later on, a question- answer session held.
17 August 2015
Mr. Javed Jabbar, former senator and federal minister for information and broadcasting has said that media is powerful to such an extent that they can change the mind of a person, but people shouldn't become slaves of media.
He said this while delivering lecture on the subject of Electronic Media: Challenges and Opportunities at the auditorium of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Monday. The lecture programme was organized by students of Department of Media Studies and Social Sciences of Sindh Madressatul Islam University. Mr. Javed Jabbar said that the government should implement 40 recommendations of Media Commission formed in 2013 on the directives of two member bench of Supreme Court of Pakistan comprised of Justice Jawwad S. Khawaja and Justice Khilji Arif Hussain.
"Justice (retd.) Nasir Aslam Zahid was chairman of the commission and I was its member," Mr. Javed Jabbar said and added that now Justice Jawaad S. Khawaja has become chief justice of Pakistan, hence he will hopefully give a decision regarding implementation of the report.
Mr. Javed Jabbar further said that the Standing Committee on Information of the National Assembly as well as Mr. Pervaiz Rashid, federal minister for information and broadcasting had 90 percent supported the recommendations of the Media Commission given for reforms in media.
He said today we are living in the Convergent Media Age, hence all the bodies and ministries like ministry of information and broadcasting, ministry of information technology, PEMRA and PTA should be merged together. He also suggested reforms for private television channels.
The former federal information minister said the media should introduce self accountability process and there is also a need to free media from the influence of advertisers.
Mr. Javed Jabbar also praised the role and performance of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and gave its credit to its vice chancellor Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in his speech said that in the past there was a media theory known as 'magic bullet' and today there is a media theory termed as "user and gratification". Thus, today the viewers have a choice to select a programme of their choice. He was of the view that people, especially students should monitor the media and write their observations to the television channels. This sort of act can bring positive change in the media programmes and policies.
14 August 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah celebrated 68th Independence Day with patriotic sprit. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU performed flag hoisting ceremony in the premises of the university, which was attended by a large number of SMIU students, faculty and staff members.
SMIU was presenting a look of a festival on the day of 14th August, as its boy and girl students, who were in colourful attire had shined the beauty of the university.
They had also decorated entire main building of the university with flags, balloons and other decoration pieces. All the students were feeling proud by organizing the Independence Day activities.
After flag hoisting ceremony a programme held at SMIU's Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, which was presided over by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, VC SMIU. It was organized by SMIU's Students Clubs and Societies. On this occasion the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and SMIU Model School presented national and folk songs, and impressive tableaus on the theme of cultural diversity and unity. The students in their speeches woe to work for their country and its people. They also said that unity, discipline and faith are basic principles for development, progress and prosperity of the country.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in his presidential address said that different cultures of Pakistan's communities form Pakistan's single unique culture. "These all communities of Pakistan living in Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan and KPK have their own centuries old culture and civilization that beautify the Pakistan's culture," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that those people who came from India to Pakistan during the partition had also their own rich civilization that too made Pakistan's civilization most beautiful.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said folk culture of Pakistan is fascinating in its colours and artistic work; hence the younger generation must be aware about it. "These are the true colours of Pakistan," he remarked.
The Vice Chancellor SMIU further said that 14th August is also birthday of founder of Sindh Madressatul Islam Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, who was born on 14th August 1830 at Hyderabad. "It was a historic coincidence that 117 years after the birth of founder of SMI, the illustrious old student of SMI, Quaid –e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah founded a new country for Muslims, for whom Hassanally Effendi had founded SMIU in 1885.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also stressed upon the students to work hard for better Pakistan with honestly and dedication.
13 August 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that today we are living with honour, dignity, our own beliefs and culture due to the creation of Pakistan, otherwise in undivided India survival of Muslims with honour and dignity would have been difficult.
He said this while delivering a memorial lecture on Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU on Thursday. It was a part of Independence Day Celebrations of Pakistan.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah wanted that the Pakistan should be free from corruption, bribery, nepotism and black marketing and had also wanted the state to enforce law and order and ensure religious harmony. And all these thoughts he had expressed in his speech delivered on August 11th 1947 in the Constituent Assembly.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that no doubt Mr. Jinnah was an ambassador of Hindu Muslim unity, but he had wanted equal rights for Muslims and voiced that no Hindu majority had a right to bulldoze the rights of Muslim minority.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that although Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was a Khoja, but he was above religious sects and was true Muslim in his practice.
Talking about the family background of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said his grandfather Poonjabhi was living in Paneli Village of Gondal state of Kathiawar region. Then his son Jinnabhai, father of Mr. Jinnah, shifted to Gondal town for business purpose. "When the construction of Suez Canal completed in 1869, Karachi became the closest port of British India to Europe. Through Suez Canal, Karachi became about two hundred nautical miles nearer Bombay from European ports, saving time, money and fuel. Additionally, the route through Sindh provided an easier access to the Punjab, northern India and even Afghanistan. In this backdrop, Karachi's fortunes as a port city were getting an unprecedented boost and Jinnabhai decided to shift to Karachi along with his wife and to establish his business there," Dr Shaikh said.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said there are two schools of thought about his birth place also. One school of thought says that Mr. Jinnah was born in Jhirrak, but there is no record available about it, while the others say that Mr. Jinnah was born in Karachi and Mr. Jinnah had himself also mentioned Karachi as his birthplace. Also his school record at SMIU shows that he was born in Karachi.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said Mr. Jinnah was enrolled at Sindh Madressatul Islam in Standard I in English medium after passing primary education in Gujrati medium. He said his sister Ms Fatima Jinnah has written that when Mr. Jinnah had reached to the age of six years, a tutor was hired to teach him Gujrati at home.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said Mr. Jinnah had received his education up to Vth Standard from SMI, then he had moved to Kutch for marriage on January 30, 1892, and after his return to Karachi again, he received his education of Sixth Standard at Church Mission School from 8th March 1892 to 31st October 1892.Then he proceeded to Lincoln's Inn, London.
The VC said that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had passed the "Little Go" Entrance Test, as to get admission at Lincoln's Inn.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that actually Mr. Jinnah's father had sent him to London for business education, but Mr. Jinnah got admission in Lincoln's Inn and studied there from 1893 to 1896 and became a Barrister.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also talked about his marriages with Emibai in 1892 and then Rattibai in April 1918. Dr Shaikh said that his both the wives couldn't survive and he had only one daughter Dina (born on August 15, 1919) who is now living in USA.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said Dr Ziauddin Ahmed, Vice Chancellor of Aligarh University had offered Mr. Jinnah an honourary degree of PhD in 1942 but he had politely declined the offer by saying that he wants to remain plain Mr. Jinnah.
Dr Shaikh narrated his love and reverence for his Alma Mater SMIU and informed that the Quaid had bequeathed one third of his property to his Alma Mater and had also inaugurated Sindh Madressah College in 1942. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh in his lecture talked about his vision, his struggle for Pakistan and his last journey.
The lecture followed question-e-answer session also. Besides the students and faculty members the lecture programme was attended by noted historian Dr Yaqoob Mughal, SMIU's alumnus Mr. Saifuddin Bandooqwala and others.
12 August, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and Institute of Business Administration (IBA) signed an agreement on I.T. Service Collaborations on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at a programme held at auditorium of SMIU. The agreement was signed by Mr. Shah Mohammad Butt, Director Information Technology of SMIU and Mr. Imran Batada, Head of ICT, IBA City Campus, in the presence of Dr Ishrat Hussain, Director IBA and Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University.
On this occasion Dr Ishrat Hussain said that whenever he has visited SMIU it has given him great inspiration. "This great institute makes distinguish to its students to others," he remarked and said that the students shouldn't prefer to GPA, grades and examination, instead they should acquire knowledge that will benefit them in their future life and profession, whatever they choose. "If they couldn't acquire knowledge it would be disservice and couldn't survive," former governor of State Bank of Pakistan said. He said that the sense of commitment and feeling of compassion are key factors for success.
He suggested that those students, who are belonging to rural areas, should help their brothers and sisters in education. Likewise, the students living in cities should help the students coming from rural areas and go to slum areas of the cities to help their brothers and sisters living.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, in his speech welcomed Dr. Ishrat Hussain and said that today is a historic day that the two big institutions of Pakistan - SMIU and IBA have become partner in promotion of IT facilities.
He said this kind of institutions can bring change in the country. He maintained that the change would be eminent if one can discourage corruption and have national spirit.
12 August 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University is organizing a "Memorial Lecture on Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah" by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 11:30 am at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university. The lecture will be based on pictorial presentation. The lecture is a part of the Celebrations of the Independent Day of Pakistan.
09 August 2015
The 8th meeting of Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was held on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at the Committee Room of the university. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University was in chair.
The members who attended the meeting were Justice (retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, Justice (retd.) Agha Rafiq Ahmed Khan, Mr. Ghous Bux Khan Mahar, MNA, Mr. Rahim Bux Channa, representative of Higher Education Commission, Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Professor SMIU, Dr. Adnan Hassan, Associate Professor, Dr Shaista Naz, Assistant Professor, Mr. Ameen Ahmed Khuwaja, Lecturer and Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Registrar SMIU.
The Syndicate approved proposals regarding international collaborations of Sindh Madressatul Islam University with five UK universities i.e. University of East Anglia, University of Nottingham, University of Dundee, Nottingham Trent University and University of Bradford. The Syndicate advised to seek guidance from Higher Education Commission and authorized the vice chancellor to formalize the agreements with UK universities aimed at starting dual degrees programs etc in light of HEC policy.
Similarly, the Syndicate approved the collaboration agreements signed with seven Chinese universities and institutions of higher learning in the Hainan province, including Hainan Normal University, Qiongzhou University, Hainan University, Hainan College of Economics and Business, Hainan College of Software Technology, Hainan College of Vocation and Technique and Qiongtai Teachers College. The Syndicate was informed that one of the Chinese universities has offered to host 20 SMIU students for one semester from Feb to July 2016, which was appreciated by the Syndicate.
Regarding collaboration with Pakistani universities, the Syndicate rectified agreements signed by SMIU with Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar and Sardar Bahadur Khan Women's University, Quetta.
The Syndicate highly appreciated commissioning of FM Radio and Television Studios, Computer Centers and Junagarh Video Conferencing Hall as well as introduction of O and A Level stream in the SMIU Model School.
Regarding the SMIU's Education City campus, the meeting was informed that construction of ground floor of a new building for Elementary and Secondary School at SMIU Malir Campus has been completed, while the work was going on for the first floor. The syndicated appreciated the speed of the work.
The Syndicate also approved SMIU's membership of UNESCO based International Association of Universities (IAU), London based Association of Commonwealth Universities, Asia Pacific Quality Network, Association of Quality Assurance Agencies of the Islamic World, Quality Assurance Agency of the Higher Education Commission and the Talloires Network.
The meeting also approved the minutes of meeting of the Selection Board and Promotion Board of SMIU.
The Syndicate also approved in principle setting up of SMIU's Offshore Campus in Colombo, Sri Lanka in collaboration with Government of Pakistan and authorized the vice chancellor to determine the feasibility and take necessary steps in this regard.
The meeting resolved that the 130th Foundation Day of Sindh Madressatul Islam University falling on 1st September 2015 should be celebrated in befitting manner and directed the administration to chalk out an elaborate program.
The members of the Syndicate highly appreciated the services rendered by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of the university for progress and uplift of this great institution having distinction of being the alma mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
04 August 2015
Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu, acting chairman of PEMRA has said that PEMRA will arrange internship programme for the students of Media Studies Department of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) at Karachi soon. In addition to it, the PEMRA can also work with a willing television channels for internship programme for SMIU students, as a partner. He said this during his visit to Sindh Madressatul Islam University and meeting with Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, on Tuesday.
The PEMRA chairman said that the authority will depute its officials to brief the regulatory matters to the students of SMIU also.
Talking about his visit to the historic university Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu said, it was a fascinating experience for him to visit the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other luminaries of Pakistan and Indian history and feels an honour for him. "It was a journey down the memory lane of Indian Muslims and Pakistani leaders' past," he commented.
He said that PEMRA has issued a FM Radio license to the SMI University and he has been informed that it was fully functional and extending educational and technical capacity building service to the students of media studies and to the students of other departments. He hopped for prosperous academic future of Sindh Madressatul Islam University.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU welcomed the PEMRA chairman and said that SMIU not only imparts quality education in all the degree and master's programmes but it also give priority to practical and research work especially for students of Media Studies. He said SMIU's FM Radio; named Voice of Education telecast such programmes that are helping the students in their education. Likewise, SMIU's TV studio is also having latest cameras and other equipments that are helping students to improve their skills related to the field of media.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also thanked the chairman of PEMRA Mr. Kamaluddin Tipu for his offer for internship for SMIU students.
03 August 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Professor Javed Akram, Vice Chancellor Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Medical University, Islamabad (SZABMU) in principle, agreed to cooperate with each other in related fields on Monday during the visit of Professor Javed Akram to SMIU.
While talking on the occasion Professor Javed Akram, Vice Chancellor (SZABMU) said that his visit to Sindh Madressatul Islam University was a great learning experience for him and being a Pakistani he feels proud of the institutes like SMIU, being so ably led by Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, that happens Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Professor Javed Akram maintained that he wish Sindh Madressatul Islam University should reach to its horizons and he looks forward to work together with Sindh Madressatul Islam University and develop cooperation believe the two universities.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU expressed gratitude on the visit of Professor Javed Akram to SMIU and said SMIU wants both the universities - SMIU and SZABMU cooperate each other in the fields of mutual interest. He said SMIU being Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah believes in cooperation and coordination with all the universities of Pakistan that can ultimately benefit the country. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in his presentation, given at the Conference Room of SMIU, talked on history of SMIU and highlighted present day role, resources and performance of the university.
Mr. Mohammad Tariq Iqbal, Head of Burns Center PIMS said he feels indebted and honoured to visit such a historic educational institution.
The delegation of the academicians visited Jinnah Museum, where Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh briefed them about the study of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah at Sindh Madressatul Islam, Anjuman Islam School Bombay, Church Mission School, Karachi and Lincoln’s Inn, London. Professor Javed Akram took deep interest in the details of early life and academic career of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and relics founder of SMIU Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi and other prominent students of SMI, displayed in the museum. They also visited other sections of the university.
01 August 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University has announced that Sindh Madressatul Islam University withdraws orders relating to termination of service of Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo as Graduate Teacher of Sindh Madressatul Islam in 1946-47. He made this announcement during a Centennial Birthday Celebration and launching of English and Sindhi translation of biography of living legend, illustrious alumnus and former teacher of Sindh Madressatul Islam Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo at a local hotel on Saturday.
Mr. Muhammad Ibrahim Joyo, the living legend and author of many books was a chief guest of the programme, which was organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University. Mr. Joyo will complete 100 years of his life on 13th August, 2015.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh in his presidential speech said that in order to correct a historic wrong, I on behalf of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, formally withdraw the orders issued in 1946-47 to the effect of termination of the service of Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo, then Graduate Teacher of Sindh Madressatul Islam. He said that I regret the anguish, inconvenience and hardships caused to him in this regard.
Dr Shaikh further said that the university places on record its deep appreciation for great scholarly services rendered by Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo as well as his outstanding work carried out in the fields of literature and education.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said the university takes pride in the fact that Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo once remained its student for four years and then a teacher for eight years, during which he was sent by the institution to complete his bachelor's degree in teaching at Bombay for two years. "On the occasion of his Centennial Birthday Celebrations, this day, the university proudly announces placing him on its "Roll on Honour." Then Dr. Shaikh presented him shield.
Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo in his brief speech said that my mothers, sisters, brothers and dear friends I am grateful to you that you invited me and gave me respect and reverence.
On this occasion Mr. Mazharul Haq Siddiqui, former vice chancellor of University of Sindh, Jamshoro said Mr. Joyo has rendered great services for Sindh. His new thinking revolves around the social change.
MPA Ms. Mehtab Akbar Rashdi said this is a historic moment because a great man of Sindh, having age of 100 years is amongst us. She said this is a man with pure soul and innocence smile.
Professor Dr Aslam Uqaili, Vice Chancellor of Mehran University Jamshoro, Professor Saleem Memon, Dr. Amjad Siraj Memon and Anwer Abro also paid rich tribute to Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo.
On the occasion Mr. Joyo celebrated his centennial birthday by cutting a cake and launched translations of his biography into English and Sindhi by Dr Amjad Siraj Memon and Prof. Saleem Memon. The original biography was written by Syed Mazhar Jamil in Urdu.
The prgramme was attended by noted writers, intellectuals, poets and academicians including Imdad Hussaini, Sehar Insari, Dr. Fahmida Hussain, Allia Imam, Sehar Imdad, Madad Ali Sindhi, Noor Ahmed Jinjghi, Musrat Khawaja, Rochi Ram, Ms Sultana Waqasi, Rakhial Morai, Hameed Sabzoi, Shams Jaffrani, Sattar Pirzado and others.
The last date for issuance of admission forms and submission for Admission forms is July 30, 2015. All the students who seek admission in any discipline at SMIU are informed to collect and submit their admission forms on or before July 30, 2015.
The Entrance test will be conducted as per schedule on Saturday, August 01, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at SMIU. All the students who have applied for admission in the SMIU are advised to report at reception desk at SMIU at 9:00 a.m. Mobile phone, calculator or any other electronic device(s) are strictly prohibited at the examination centre.
1. All Students are hereby directed to register themselves in FOUR COURSES, out of these four courses registration in two courses of Department Specific are Mandatory and remaining two courses may be opted from other departments also. Registration may be completed by PM Thursday 30th July 2015. If students don't opt the courses from other departments, they are to register themselves in the four courses of Department Specific.
2. Focal persons are requested to finalize the Registration Process by P.M Thursday 30th July 2015 so that arrangements can be made accordingly.
3. All the students are directed to report at university at 8:00 am on Monday 3rd August 2015 to check the Timetable and rooms allocated to different groups for Communication and Writing Skills.
w.e.f. 3rd August 2015
This course is compulsory for all the students for two hours duration throughout the week from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Fourteen (14) groups of the students have been formed on the basis of their GPA/CGPA in the examination in each level i.e. Bachelors Sixth Semester, Bachelors 4th Semester, 2nd Semester and 1st Semester etc. Courses will be conducted in fourteen classrooms, separate for each group.
These presentations/Lectures have been arranged in the Auditorium from 11:30 - 1:00 pm from Monday to Thursday (4 days a week) Topics are related to Career Management, Effective CV Writing, Sayings of Quid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Examination System, Ethics & Corporate Responsibility, Cyber Ethics, Information Retrieval System, Environmental Pollution, Climate Changes, Investigative Journalism etc.
All the Departments are offering courses of General Nature. Students of other departments can also register themselves in these courses as per their choices Details of the courses offered by different departments are as follows. Students can register themselves with the Focal Persons of the departments from 22nd July 2015.
DEPARTMENTS |
COURSES |
FOCAL PERSON |
Business Administration |
1. Developing Entrepreneurial Skills |
Ms. Sarah Wali Qazi |
2. Developing of Marketing Skills |
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3. Change Management |
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4. Developing of Managerial Skills |
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Computer Science |
1. Programming skills |
Mr. Abdul Hafeez Khan |
2. Object Oriented Programming |
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3. Data Base Management System (DBMS) |
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4. How to write Final Year Project / Thesis |
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Environmental Sciences |
1. Environmental Hygiene & Sanitation |
Dr. Hina Shahnaz |
2. Health Safety & Environment |
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3. Water Conservation |
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4. Environment Risk Management |
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Media Studies |
1. Environmental Journalism |
Ms. Nosheen Hussain |
2. Photo Journalism |
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3. Creativity in Advertisement |
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4. Professional use of Media |
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Education |
1. Introduction to Research |
Dr. Shaista Naz |
2. Educational Management and Training |
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3. Micro Teaching |
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4. Educational Leadership |
Each Department will arrange a Seminar; students of the concerned department will speak on the topics chosen by the Departments. Each Department will invite a high profile Chief Guest for the Seminar, who will present certificates and prizes to the Students Speakers. Tentative topics of the Seminar of different Department are as follows:
DEPARTMENTS |
TOPICS FOR SEMINAR |
Business Administration |
Strategies of Successful Businessman |
Computer Science |
Digital Social Network |
Environmental Sciences |
Environmental Laws and their implementation |
Media Studies |
Electronic Media in Pakistan: Challenges and opportunities |
Education |
Female Education |
Each Department will arrange a Guest Speaker Session and will invite Guest Speaker of high profile having command on the Topics. Tentative Topics for the Guest Speakers Sessions are as follows:
| DEPARTMENTS | TOPICS FOR GUEST SPEAKER |
| Business Administration | Opportunities of Investment in Pakistan |
| Computer Science | Cyber Ethics |
| Environmental Sciences | Climate Change |
| Media Studies | Code of Conduct for Media |
| Education | Education in Sindh: The way forward |
10 July 2015
The Selection Board of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in its 16th meeting has recommended regularization of services of its 14 faculty and administrative staff members working in BPS-17 and above in accordance with the Statutes of the University.
The meeting was presided over by Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and attended by two former judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, retired justices Hamid Ali Mirza and Syed Deedar Ali Shah, as well as former Secretary Cabinet Division Mr A. W. Kazi and former Inspector General Police Syed Javed Ali Bukhari.
The Board adopted criteria for regularization of the services, which included clearance of NTS test if prescribed for the post/ cadre under the Statutes, their selection on contract basis should have been selected through the Selection Board of the University, they should have completed at least one year of satisfactory service as a contract employee, should meet the requirement for the respective post like age, qualification, experience etc and should be working against a budgeted post.
Based on this criterion, the Board reviewed the cases of employees desirous of regularization and recommended for regularization of Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali as Professor (BPS–21) in the Computer Science department; Dr. Shaista Naz, Dr. Hina Shahnaz, Dr. Hashim Zubairi, Ms. Shumaila Kashif and Mr. Abdul Hafeez as Assistant Professors (BPS-19) in their respective departments; Mr. Abdul Malik Abbasi, Mr. Munir Moosa, Ms. Nosheen Hussain, Ms. Samreen Razi and Mr Muhammad Kamil Lakho as Lecturers (BPS-18) in their respective departments; Mr. Shakeel Ahmed as Additional Registrar (BPS -19), Ms Uzma Batool as Deputy Registrar (BPS-18) and Ms. Quratulain Memon as Assistant Director in (BPS-17).
It may be recalled that the Statutes/ laws governing the appointments and promotions in the university were assented to by the Governor Sindh in January this year after their passage from the Syndicate and Senate of the university. Subsequently, the vice chancellor regularized the services of sixty-six employees working in BPS-16 and below, for whom he is the competent authority. With the latest regularization the total number of employees regularized in SMIU during last six months comes to eighty.
08 July 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has decided to start one month short courses for all students of SMIU from August 3 to August 31st 2015. These would be compulsory for all students.
This was decided in a meeting of Deans and Chairperson of SMIU chaired by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU on Wednesday at the Conference Room of the university.
While speaking at a meeting Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that these courses will be about moral and ethical values, ideals of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Business Communication, English communication skills, computer science, environment, media, presentation skills, marketing and public speaking skills.
"Through these training and grooming sessions the SMIU students would be given knowledge different to their classroom learning,†Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that the students must be given knowledge related to their practical life and provide them an opportunity to enhance their skills that will support them in their academic career as well as in their future life."
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said our new generation must follow the ideals of Father of the Nation Quaid â€"e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and must be introduced with moral and ethical traditions of SMIU.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh chaired another held with the staff of Department of Examination. In it the performance of the Examination Department was reviewed in detail and taken decisions to reorganize it.
July 6, 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that SMIU's Hassanally Effendi Library is being made modern, update by digitalized. Apart from it, the online access to the books will be provided to the readers and online cataloguing system will also be developed.
He said this while chairing the meeting of the staff of Hassanally Effendi Library on Monday at the Conference Room.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that a separate website of SMIU's library will be developed and sharing of latest information related to the latest books, journals and other material will be made possible for all employees and students of SMIU through internal sharing based system.
He said SMIU will collaborate with national and international libraries for sharing learning resources also. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said that a multi media room for students will also be added to SMIU's library, where they will discuss on academic matters in form of groups.
The vice chancellor SMIU said the SMIU has 130 years old library, where besides latest books, a large number of rare books is also available.
June 18, 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that Pakistan needs professionally trained journalists, with commitment to the nation and the country. He said this while speaking at the Certificate Distribution Ceremony organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Media Training Center on completion of short courses in Radio, TV and graphic designing on Thursday, at its Seminar Hall. It was the first batch of SMIU Media Training Center that completed the course. Among these trainees there was a large number of working journalists and the persons, related to radio.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said presently 70 to 80 private television channels are working in the country; hence they need well trained media persons. This was the main objective of the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah to train the youth who could play their positive role in the field of media.
Ms. Mehtab Akbar Rashdi, member Sindh Assembly said she is feeling happy while seeing the students getting training before joining the market and media. In the past we had joined Radio Pakistan and PTV without any training. She was of the view that today we are living in the age of Technology. Although technology is going through a continuous process of change, but basics of knowledge remain same. Hence, this kind of training could improve the performance of the students in their professional career.
Mr. Saleem Ahmed Memon, Chairperson Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai Chair, University of Karachi congratulated Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on opening media training center in the university and said that it was a good initiative to produce professional media persons, who could work with responsibility.
Mr. Saqib Abro, Director Media Training Center and Electronic labs highlighted the importance of short courses and said that during training courses more emphasis was given on practical work. A documentary related to the training courses was also screened.
Later on, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and Ms. Mehtab Akbar Rashdi gave away certificates to the trainees who successfully completed the short course. On the occasion Ms Mehtab Akbar Rashdi also visited SMIU's TV Radio (FM. 96.6) studios.
June 15, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's delegation led by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU visited University of East Anglia (UEA) of the UK as a part of "Future Leaders Program" organized in collaboration with British Council, whose 3 member team was also part of it.
Prof. David J Richardson, Vice-Chancellor University of East Anglia, Ms. Karen Blackney, Head of the International Office, Prof. Richard Harvey, Academic Director of Admissions and Internationalization and Dr. Daniel J. Rycroft, Chair, India Dialogue, welcomed the delegation at the university.
During this visit Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh along with his team had a meeting with Vice Chancellor University of East Anglia Prof. David J Richardson and his staff, where possibilities of partnership, collaboration and mutual cooperation were discussed.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh suggested four areas to work together, firstly, he proposed for undergraduate students to study one semester at UEA on their degree programme, second was regarding PhD Split Programs for faculty members in the first, then it would be expanded to other interested candidates, third recommendation was about dual degree programme, in which students will study two years at SMIU and other two years at UEA and the forth proposal was regarding assistance in content management of short training programmes for working journalists.
The UEA's international staff and management appreciated all the suggestions and assured to work in collaboration.
During the visit, students and faculty members interacted with students, faculty members and management of the UEA. They also had a guided tour of university campus.
Ahsan Habib, student of Business Administration while commented on the visit said, I have learnt a lot from this study trip and it has totally changed my approach and direction of thinking. I will now work on more practical grounds.
June 13, 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and heads of seven most important universities and colleges of Hainan province of China signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) on Saturday, June 13, 2015 during the visit of chinese delegation to SMIU.
According to the MoUs, Hainan University, P.R. China will extend its cooperation to SMIU in educational and scientific fields, Hainan Normal University, in communication and cooperative relations, Qiongzhou University, in the field of academic, science, technology and students exchange cooperation and Hainan College of Economics and Business, Hainan College of Vocation, Technique, Hainan College of Software Technology and Qiongtai Teachers College will extend its cooperation in education, science, technology and students exchange, respectively.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, while addressing the delegation of chinese universities and colleges at the Seminar Hall of SMIU, said Pakistan and China have close and friendly relationships and these agreements further strengthen the ties of brotherhood and cooperation among these two nations and countries. He said that people of Pakistan have great respect for people of China and wants to work closely with them.
The vice chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University suggested that the SMIU and the universities of Hainan province may jointly organize an International Educational Conference in Sindh in the month of November and December. This idea was supported by Chinese delegation and said that it will be a good opportunity for them to explore ways and means for cooperation in the field of education in Asia.
Mr. Liao Qinglin, DDG, Education Department of Hainan, said China and Pakistan have very close relationship spread over last more than 60 years. These two nations are good brothers and good neighbours. "The main objective of their visit to SMIU was to enhance friendship and cooperation between each other in education and other related fields," he said and stressed that deep cooperation is needed between other universities of China and Pakistan. He hoped that the two countries benefit from the MoUs, singed between various educational institutions of Hainan and Sindh Madressatul Islam University.
On the occasion, a documentary about history, life, resources, education, tourism and other related matters of Hainan province, was screened by the Chinese delegation. It followed question- answer session.
Earlier, the members of the delegation visited the Jinnah Museum, TV and FM Radio Studio and other sections of the university and praised the historic role of SMIU played in education since the last 130 years.
June 12, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's 14 member delegation visited the University of Nottingham on Thursday, the fifth day of their visit to the higher educational institutions of the UK under "Future Leadership Programme." The SMIU and the British Council Pakistan are equally bearing cost of this training programme.
Ms. Jessica Davison, Senior International Relations officer, the staff of International Office and students of the university welcomed the SMIU delegation led by Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh at the campus.
Later, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, VC SMIU had a meeting with Ms Helen Foster, Acting Director of International Office and both the educational leaders discussed on possibilities of partnership; collaboration and mutual cooperation between both the prestigious universities. In the meeting they agreed to seek possibilities for cooperation especially in the fields of computer Sciences and environmental Sciences. The dual degree programme also came under their discussion. Under this programme the students of SMIU will study for two years at SMIU and the rest two year at University of Nottingham.
On this occasion Ms. Jessica Davison introduced the UoN to the delegation through presentation and said the UoN was established in 1881 and has many faculties to offer. It provides many scholarships to the international students and is always remained among top 20 universities of the UK.
She further informed that the UoN has its international branches in China and Malaysia. Besides, it has a distinction of having Albert Einstein as its guest speaker in his life. "The UoN's Department of Pharmacy is considered top in the UK," she commented.
During their visit to the university, SMIU students met with students, faculty members and management and had a guided tour of the campus by bus, as it was spread over a large area.
On this occasion Misbah Mahmood, student of Computer Sciences at SMIU, while sharing her experiences said, "What I have learned from this visit, is, if you don't make mistakes, you don't learn. I have found universities of the UK student friendly. They allow students to experiment and learn independently. Students don't rely solely on books and teachers but they have to do self study which increases their knowledge and build their confidence."
June 11, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's 14 member delegation headed by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU visited Nottingham Trent University (NTU) of the UK on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 as a part of Future Leaders Programme, jointly organized by SMIU and the British Council Pakistan.
The delegation was welcomed at the NTU by university's Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nigel Healey, its International Office staff and heads of different faculties. Later, in a meeting held at the NTU, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh and Prof. Nigel Healey discussed on the ways to find possibilities of partnership, collaboration and mutual cooperation between both the universities for learning and training of students, faculty and administrative staff. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh also suggested for PhD Split Programme and short training programmes for working journalists in the meeting.
Thereafter, the SMIU delegation took a guided tour of the campus of NTU, where they interacted with students, faculty members and management of the university. On this occasion Pro-Vice-Chancellor of NTU, Prof. Nigel Healey talked about history and mission of the university, while Christopher Crabot, Head of International Affairs gave overview of Nottingham Business School and shared possible ways for jointly working of SMIU and NTU.
Dr. Andy Clapham, Partnerships Manager, in his presentation explored the ideas of modern world education, its approaches and implementation. Dr. Heather Powell, Acting Associate Dean, School of Science and Technology, presented curriculum of IT department and talked on its relevance to the market needs. While Julia Davies, Academic Team Leader, School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences, described importance of the said department in making modernity sustainable to it. She also agreed to reach on an agreement, where her department can assist SMIU's main campus design process as an environmental friendly institution.
Prof. Murray Pratt, Dean of School of Arts and Humanities, while explaining media studies department said it is one of the top institutions of journalism in the UK. It gives practical hands - on - training to the students with help of campus built-in radio and TV studios, in collaboration with the Notts TV.
Later on, the SMIU delegation, in the guidance of Carole Flaming, Director of the center, moved to a guided tour of the Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism.
On this occasion, Arsalan Riaz, student of computer science at SMIU, while sharing his experiences about the tour said, "It was a great experience for me. We have learnt a lot about history of these old educational institutions of the UK. What I like most, is the practical approach of its curriculum. It is highly knowledgeable trip and I am really looking forward."
June 10, 2015
A 14 member delegation of students and faculty members of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, who are currently on 10 day visit of the UK for "Future Leadership Programme" under supervision of Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, visited University of Bradford, England (UoB) on Tuesday, June 9, 2015.
The SMIU and British Council Pakistan have jointly organized this training programme. British Council's three member team headed by Mr. Shaikh Hammad Amjad is also a part of the delegation.
The International Office of the University of Bradford welcomed SMIU delegation led by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, on their arrival at the campus. Then Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh had a meeting with Professor Donna Lee, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences. In the meeting various proposals for mutual cooperation between these two universities came under discussion and it was decided that a group of three faculty members of the University of Bradford including Professor Donna Lee will visit Sindh Madressatul Islam University in the month of November, this year.
During their visit to the UoB, students of SMIU interacted with faculty, students and management of the university. They went round the various parts of the campus under theme of "Sustainability at UoB" with Ms. Shelley Hurst, International Partnerships Manager. During this tour, it was revealed that UoB is the only university in the UK which has student's accommodation known as "The Green," operating on solar energy, which makes it more environmental friendly.
Afterwards, SMIU students attended a presentation given by Ms. Sue Baker, International Student Advisor at UoB. She introduced basic norms and values of the university by sharing its vision of spreading religious harmony, peace studies and environmental sustainability. She also shared basic requirements and procedure of applying for admission at the UoB. This session followed by an interactive workshop by Prof. Farhad Analoui on the theme of "Management and team work." This activity based workshop provided an opportunity to SMIU students to understand importance of working in a team rather than a group.
Thereafter, they moved for a walking tour of Bradford City Center, where they witnessed major attractions of the city.
While commenting on these activities, Gul Afroz, student of Media Studies Department at SMIU said, "Visiting the UoB was a great experience for me. I have learnt a lot from it and looking forward for more exposure during this study tour."
June 9, 2015
SMIU delegation comprised of 9 students and 4 faculty members under the supervision of vice chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh visited University of Dundee, Scotland on June 8, 2015 as a part of “Future Leaders Program†organized by SMIU in collaboration with the British Council Pakistan.
The University of Dundee had invited SMIU’s delegation at its campus, thus the students while getting opportunity of their visit to the university, interacted with students, faculty members, student union heads, library and computer department officers. The purpose of visit of SMIU’s delegation to this public sector university, founded in 1881 A.D, was to provide them a practical exposure to the modern educational world.
During the visit, Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh had a meeting with Ms. Wendy Alexander, Vice Principal International, Dundee University, in which both agreed to explore possibilities for further cooperation between these two universities in the field of academic advancement of students and faculty. Apart from it, the heads of these universities also discussed on some other proposals for mutual cooperation in the universities, including Split Degree Program, where under graduate students of SMIU may study at University of Dundee for one year (2 semesters), while they will complete their remaining 3 years programme at SMIU.
Another proposal was regarding to PhD for faculty members, wherein vice chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh proposed to send SMIU’s faculty members, who are carrying out their research work in Pakistan under supervision of a local supervisor, for brief intervals to the University of Dundee.
It was decided that the said proposals will be mutually studied and convenient agreement could be reached in the next few months. During this meeting Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh was assisted by Mr. Gulzar Mughal, Registrar and Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, chairperson of Department of Business Administration, SMIU.
Then the students and faculty members had a tour of the university campus, where they went through different departments and met with faculty members and students of the university, where they were briefed by concerned persons about different programmes, portfolio of courses and scholarships.
The delegation of SMIU also met with office bearers of the Dundee University Students Association (DUSA) and Dundee University Pakistani Society. The university has 140 general societies and 43 sports societies. They also visited DUSA offices, radio and TV studios, computer labs and observed their working. They also held roundtable discussion with the Center for Enhancement of Academic skills, Learning, Teaching and Employability (CASTLE) to find innovativeness in learning methodology. Afterwards, they visited the different sections of library and got innovative ideas from there.
Thereafter, the delegation had a discussion with Ms Trudy Cunningham, Environment and Sustainability officer at Dundee University, where she explained the way that leads towards environmentally sustainable campuses. She also showed practical examples and innovations to make the process easier and possible. She suggested many ideas including green transport, recycling wastage and using innovative bins etc to the delegation.
The last session of the SMIU delegation held with Ms. Lesley Brennan, local councilor, who explained local governance system. Ms Fouzia Butt, community activist also shared her experiences to the students.
Syed Shahroze Hassan, Student of Computer Science, while sharing his experiences said, “Experiencing this trip across different educational institutions in UK has really enhanced my views of seeing world and the possibilities it contains. I now want to think out of the box. Implementation after learning basically counts; this is what had I had learnt from this trip.
London, June 8, 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) and students and faculty members of SMIU visited Lincoln's Inn, the institution, where Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah studied Law for two and half years on the first day of their visit to London under 10 days "Future Leadership Programme", jointly organized by SMIU and the British Council Pakistan.
As SMIU itself is an Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, so seeing another Alma Mater of the Quaid in England was a wonderful experience for SMIU's students and faculty members. They were enthusiastic while finding their association and link between these two great institutions - SMIU and Lincoln's Inn.
The delegation of SMIU under supervision of SMIU's Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh comprised of Registrar Mr. Gulzar Mughal, faculty members Dr. Aurangzeb, Dr. Shaista Naz and Nosheen Hussain and students Ahsab Habib, Shahroz Hassan, Misbah Haroon, Mahgul Nadir, Gul Afroz, Muhammad Arsalan, Jawad Hassan, Zahira Jahan and Mahnoor Arain. This delegation had arrived at London on June 5th, for ten days training under the programme "Future Leadership Programme." The expenditure of the group of SMIU students and faculty members is equally bearing SMIU and British Council Pakistan.
British Council Pakistan's members Mr. Shaikh Hammad Amjad, Ms Mariam Qadir and Mr. Arsalan Rabbani are also part of the delegation.
During their visit of Lincoln's Inn Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU explained the students and faculty about importance and history of Lincoln's Inn, which was founded in 1292 A.D. He said Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had opted to study Law instead Business Administration over here.
He further said that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had needed a few exemptions during admission at Lincoln's Inn, one of them was exemption from giving entry test in Latin Language as he had argued that he had not learnt Latin Language earlier and the administration of Lincoln's Inn provided him opportunity to appear in the entrance test. "During the admission process he was able enough to pass entrance test that was equivalent to matriculation level, because he had just passed ninth grade at SMI and there was needed matriculation certificate for admission in Lincoln's Inn," he maintained.
Later the group of SMIU visited the Hall of Fame at Lincoln's Inn, where Quaid-e-Azam's portrait was displayed with the title of `Role of Honor. `
The delegation of SMIU students also visited Trafalgar square & captured historical architecture of this great attraction of London through their cameras.
On this occasion the students of SMIU shared their observations. Mahgul Nadir, student of Computer Science, said, "Being in the UK for first time, is the best thing ever happened to her. It was just like a dream come true. It is educational, cultural and technological exposure for them, which will help them in future. Even her thought process has been changed after seeing the whole new world." I shall try to learn more from this visit," she remarked.
June 5, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's nine students and four faculty and staff members left for United Kingdom for "Future Leaders Programme" on Friday. Parents of the students and dean and chairperson of SMIU as Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Prof. Dr. Rukhsar Ahmed and Prof. Dr Anjum Bano Kazmi said goodbye to the group of SMIU students and their colleagues at the Jinnah International Airport, Karachi.
Now Sindh Madressatul Islam University has become the first public sector university in Pakistan that has sent its students and faculty members to the United Kingdom in collaboration with the British Council Pakistan for educational training.
The SMIU and the British Council Pakistan are equally bearing the cost of training programme of the students.
SMIU had signed MOU with the British Council Pakistan in 2014, for various learning and training programmes for its students and faculty members. Under this MOU, the most talented students of SMIU has achieved such opportunity to have exposure to the universities in the UK as well as lectures by some of the most distinguished academics there.
Selection of the students for the UK had been made purely on merit basis. The representatives of the British Council Pakistan including Mr. Robin Davies, Director British Council for Sindh and Balochistan Region, were also part of the selection process.
During their training at the UK, the students and faculty members of SMIU will also visit Lincoln's Inn, the second Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah after Sindh Madressatul Islam. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had studied at SMI for about four and half years, up to 1892, then had had went to Lincoln's Inn for his Law education.
May 29, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) becomes the first public sector university in Pakistan that is sending its nine students and four faculty members to United Kingdom in collaboration with the British Council Pakistan for "Future Leaders Programme", from June 5, 2015. SMIU and the British Council Pakistan are equally bearing the cost of training programme of the students. This was stated by Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor, Sindh Madressatul Islam University while meeting with parents of the students, who are traveling to the UK, on Friday, at SMIU.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said SMIU had signed MOU with the British Council Pakistan for various learning and training programmes for its students and faculty members. Under this MOU, the most talented students of SMIU will get an opportunity to have exposure to the universities in the UK as well as lectures by some of the most distinguished academics there. Therefore, according to MOU, SMIU's students going to avail the most valuable opportunity of training from the UK.
"Selection of the students for the UK has been made purely on merit basis," the vice chancellor SMIU said and added that in the first phase those students were allowed to participate in essay writing competition, who had secured at least 3 GPA in their respective semester examinations. The main objective of this exercise was to judge their writing skills. As a result 18 students were short listed from 111 participants. These students were evaluated by a team of the British Council, Dr. Dean Bernadette of VM Institute and Mr. Zahid Islam, faculty member of SMIU.
In the second round of the competition, the students were evaluated for their public speaking skills in the auditorium of SMIU, where three judges i.e. Mr. Robin Davies, Director Sindh and Balochistan Region from the British Council, Mr. Zahid Islam and Ms. Qurait-ul-Ain, both faculty members of the Department of English of SMIU served as jury.
Finally the students were called along with their parents for interview before the selection committee, where their overall performance in their academic examinations, results of written test, and public speaking skills were taken into account. Their parents were also asked if they would allow their sons / daughters to go to UK, to which all agreed.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said the students and faculty members of SMIU will also visit Lincoln's Inn, the second Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah after Sindh Madressatul Islam. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had studied at SMI for about four and half years, up to 1892, then had had went to Lincoln's Inn for his Law education.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh congratulated the selected students and hoped that their training at the UK would benefit their Alma Mater SMIU and their country - Pakistan.
May 25, 2015
Mr. Fayaz Ali Butt, Provincial Minister for Sports has said that the Sindh government was taking efforts to promote sports in the province by organizing sport festivals and other programmes. Thus, the Sindh government will support Sindh Madressatul Islam University to organize inter-university tournaments and sports festival in its premises.
He said this during his visit to Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Monday. The provincial minister said sports are essential for youth to learn lessons of healthy competition and tolerance, which is a need of the day. "Without sports, we can't create healthy and competitive nation," the minister commented. He said Sindh Madressatul Islam University is a historic institution of the country, where founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had received his early education; hence it is equally important for the Sindh government and for him personally.
During his visit to the Jinnah Museum of SMIU he got keen interest in relics of founder of Sindh Madressatul Islam Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah , Dr Umar Bin Mohammad Dawoodpoto, Qazi Khuda Bux and others. On this occasion Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU briefed him about the historic record of SMI preserved and displayed in the museum. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh informed the minister about SMI's role in sports. "Little Master Haneef Muhammad had also received his secondary education from SMI and had played in SMI's spacious sports ground," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said and added that students of SMI had won "Jsmshed Nisarwanjee Cup" 12 times in 18 years during the annual cricket matches played between students of SMI, Karachi Grammar School and N.J.V. School."
He said that SMI won the cup last time in 1919, after that no match was played; hence the cup remained at SMI.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also said that Quaid –e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had also took keen interest in sports at SMI and his sister Fatima Jinnah had also mentioned that in her book "My Brother."
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh further said that SMIU had various teams of sports including girl's cricket team. He expressed his thanks to Mr. Fayaz Ali Butt on his visit to SMIU.
May 21, 2015
U.S Consul General Karachi Mr. Brian Heath has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University is an oldest educational institution of South Asia that has played very important role in transforming society though modern education.
Addressing the faculty and students of SMIU on Thursday at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium, he said founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had also received his education from Sindh Madressatul Islam, that shows its importance also. He congratulated Vice Chancellor of SMIU Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh and SMIU faculty and students on getting university status for SMI.
Mr. Brian Heath said USA and Pakistan has old relations since from 1947, when USA had recognized it as a sovereign county and which are still yet strong one. "Pakistan and USA are long term friends and allies of each other," he commented and said USA is trying to build domestic capacity of Pakistan. This is why we are supporting it in energy sector, which is essential for growth of economy in the country.
Mr. Brian Heath further said USA supports Pakistan to become strong and stable in every sphere of life including economy, education and social sector. He said our main focus is education in Pakistan and also we are providing educational opportunities to Pakistan's graduates in large number, to get education in best universities of USA through scholarships. "There are many programmes for students of Pakistan, but they have to pass GRE and fulfill other academic requirements," he maintained.
The US Consul General said we are also working with government of Sindh since 2011 and providing financial support to it for educational development in the province. He was of the view that a country can be developed through education only.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his welcome address said the visit of US Consul General, Karachi to SMIU is a beginning of new era for SMI University. He said that before him, the US Consul General of Karachi had visited SMI last time in 2004, but Mr. Brian Heath is the first US Consul General who has visited this institution after its becoming university.
He further said that SMIU is playing a role of building bridges between people of different communities, cultures and religions. Apart from it, we are also working for peace and harmony in the country and region and the world at large. He said we have to learn many things in education, including governance of universities, research and quality of education from USA as it is providing high quality education to its own students and also to the international students. Dr Shaikh said although China and USA have differences on many issues but a largest number of international students come to USA from China.
Earlier Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh briefed the US Consul General Mr. Brian Health about SMIU's history and its present status.
On this occasion Mr. Brian Heath visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU and shown deep interest in relics and academic credentials of Quaid –e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and also old record of SMIU preserved it the museum.
May 4, 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University is presenting a copy of his book on Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to Dr John W. Hepburn, Vice President of the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. Dr Shaikh visited the university as part of delegation of 16 vice chancellors of Pakistani Universities under a program of the British Council and HEC.
April 23, 2015
Mr. Kamran Nasir, CEO, JS Global Capital Limited has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has a great history, and it deserves reverence, respect, attention and cooperation of each and every citizen of Pakistan, as founder of the country Quaid-e-Azam Mohammed Ali Jinnah has received his education from here. His company JS Global is also working in education field; therefore, we shall extend cooperation to Sindh Madressatul Islam University in some areas. He said this during his lecture delivered on "How capital markets work in Pakistan" to the students of Department of Business Administration and Commerce of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Thursday. This lecture was a part of SMIU's efforts to establish linkages between the university and industries.
Mr. Kamran Nasir said students of the Business Administration and Commerce must learn dynamics and modern trends of economy, finance and capital market, due to that they will become good leaders, businessmen and entrepreneurs in future. He said his company shall welcome to the graduates of SMIU by offering them job opportunities in the company.
Talking on the subject of his lecture "How capital markets work in Pakistan" Mr. Kamran Nasir said since last three years, economy of Pakistan is on right track and improving gradually, which has resulted in improvement of capital market of the country also.
He was of the view that political stability, security and education are key factors for development of Pakistan. He said there is also shortage of economists in the country; hence this subject must be given priority. He further said each and every citizen can become a share holder in the Stock Market with investment of lowest amount, but students must know that their success depend on hard work, dedication and commitment. He was of the opinion that investment in capital market (stock exchange) is better than investment in gold and property.
He said the government is not spending much money on education, but parents with the help of private educational institution are playing important role in the field of education and literacy. Mr. Kamran Nasir said PIA, Pakistan Railways and Pakistan Steels Mills are going in loss of 1.0 billion rupees yearly, that debt is being paid from national exchequer. So, the only solution of this problem is to privatize these companies and save 1.00 billion rupees. "Due to privatization policy, economy of the country is becoming better," he maintained.
He opined that Pakistan is 6th largest global populated country, this is why the consumer companies of the world and investors couldn't ignore it. "Business is a large scope in the country, and successful businessmen are investing their money in the days of panic, but the successful persons are always going opposite to the circumstances and Mr. Jahangir Siddiqui is doing so," he concluded.
Prof. Dr. Rukhsar Ahmed, Dean of Department of Business Administration and Commerce and Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb also spoke on the occasion. The lecture followed by question- answer session.
April 18, 2015
Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC) has said that Sindh Madressatul Islam University's rich history reveals the fact that how the new nation is born and then built. Hence, visit of this great institution is honour for him. Addressing the faculty of SMIU on Saturday evening at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university, chairman HEC said first stone of modern education for Muslims in subcontinent was laid by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, hence we want to see such activities in the country again, which are necessary for its progress, development and prosperity.
He said we must focus on knowledge economy, because without education our nation couldn't survive. "Today approximately 1.6 percent of GDP is being spent on education that should increase to at least 4 percent," HEC chairman said and added that despite such low allocation of budget for education in Pakistan, our country is being producing experts of each and every field of the country that proves that our nation has a great potential to move forward.
The chairman of HEC further said the Higher Education Commission is direct responsible to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, this is why it is producing good results in sector of higher education in the country. Now due to support of federal government, the HEC is emphasizing on research work, quality education, access and equity and trying to relate classroom study with social, economical and other real issues of the country.
He was of the view that now mindset regarding education has changed in the country and we are moving in right direction now. He also said that female education is also being given priority and positive changes have been started to come in this regard.
Dr Mukhtar Ahmed stressed upon teachers to impart knowledge, create knowledge and integrate it with the society. "Teachers must educate basic values, ethics and social responsibilities to younger generation and also train them," he said and maintained that we have selected seven universities of the country as "Smart Universities", which will be converted into highly qualitative universities of the country within next three or four years.
He said that almost all universities and big educational institutions are situated in just five major cities of the country like Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar and Quetta, but now we are trying to open a campus or establish at least one university in each and every district of the country, because we understand that development of every nook and corner of the country is overall development of the country.
He said the governance of all public and private sector universities is a big problem facing the HEC today, but we are trying to resolve issues of the universities and provide quality education to young generation.
Earlier Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam in his welcome address expressed gratitude on first visit of HEC chairman Dr Mukhtar Ahmed to the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He also gave detailed presentation on past and present day affairs of SMI University, facilities available at the university and also its future plans. He said SMIU has developed Video Conference Hall and constructing a building of Technical Training Center and a school in Malir Campus of SMIU, from its own resources. Dr Shaikh also said SMIU is focusing on quality education and research work also.
Prof. Dr Asif Ali, Dean Department of Computer Science also spoke. On the occasion Dr Mukhtar Ahmed visited Jinnah Museum, Archives Department and Radio and TV Studios of SMIU. The programme was attended by Dr Raza Bhatti, member HEC, Mr. Avais Ahmed, Dr Akhtar Baloch, Vice Chancellor of Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari, Justice (retd.) Aslam Jaffery, Director British Council for Sindh and Balochistan Mr. Robin Davies, other dignitaries and faculty senior management of SMIU.
April 9, 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that the joint efforts and cooperation between students and teachers can create a most healthy and learning atmosphere in any university and the students and teachers of SMIU while organizing successful 3- Day Spring Festival at SMIU proved that they are real heirs of legacy of founder of Pakistan and illustrious old student of SMI Quaid –e- Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Addressing the Award Distribution Ceremony at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU on the end of Spring Festival on Thursday he said that the SMIU provided an opportunity to its students through the Spring Festival to exhibit their hidden creative abilities and qualities through painting, photography, acting, singing, speaking before a huge crowd and participating in games and sports and also setting up stalls and running them successfully.
He said that this competitive atmosphere revealed that there is a large number of students that have tremendous qualities. So, it has been planned that in the near future there would be organized two festivals in a year.
On this occasion he distributed shields among the successful students and the organizers. He also announced Rs 1000/-as a cash prize for winning students in different programmes. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also gave away a shield to Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, organizer of the event with Rs10, 000/- cash prize. On the occasion Pro Dr Anjum Bano Kazmi and Dr Aurangzeb presented a special Shield to Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
Later on Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh gave away trophies to winning and runner up teams of cricket (boys and girls) and also to football teams. He also gave away trophies to Prof. Dr Rukhsar Ahmed and Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali on winning of teams of their respective departments i. e. Business Administration and Computer Science.
Earlier, the SMIU Spring Festival 2015, organized by Student Clubs and Societies of Sindh Madressatul Islam University remained continue on its third and last Day with same sprit as was witnessed during previous two days. Festivity was visible from various activities organized by different groups of students in auditorium and also near Main Building, Hassanally Effendi Library and Talpur House. During the last three days students and their parents purchased books, cultural things and other products on nominal costs. Faculty members, staff members, students and their parents availed the facilities of free medical checkup of eyes, calcium, sugar, weight and lungs. Free medical camps were set up by Health Department of Government of Sindh. Sports were also remained continue in the spacious ground of SMIU on last day of the festival.
The activities in Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU were also remained continue on the last day. The first programme was singing competition among SMIU students. They all sung national songs with patriotic spirit. Fahimu Zaman, Muhammad Hamza, Waqas, Falk Nawaz, Farhad, Muhasin, Sadaf Ghori, Asif Hussain, Hyder Ali, Umair Siddiqui, Kanwal Iqbal and Noor Aziz participated in the competition. The next programme was of Drama Competition. In this segment four dramas were presented by students of Department of Media Studies, Department of Environmental Sciences and other departments. The theme of these dramas was disharmony, education, respect for teachers and negative role of the persons of various fields of life. The strongly voices for peace, tolerance, education for all, respect of teachers and elimination of devil characters. The audience praised the performance of the students who had merged themselves in their respective roles.
April 8, 2015
3- Day SMIU Spring Festival organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) in its premises remained continue on second day (Wednesday), with same vigour, enthusiasm and dedication. Students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University actively participated in activities organized by various Students Clubs and Societies of the university in Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium. Huge rush was also witnessed on stalls of books, culture, garments, ornaments, cosmetic and other things.
The first event of the day was presentation of tableaus, dance, speeches and songs by Special Persons of Darul Sukoon School. They captivated hearts and minds of audience by their performance, which was full of life. Their emotions and feelings about life, society and this world made the audience so much sad. In her speech Ms Kooky, a special person, said that the social and governmental organizations must involve special persons in their activities as they are also a part of the society. She suggested that the media should also support the special persons.
The special persons talked about peace in Karachi city and appealed to all citizens to restore its glorious past that had given it the name of "City of lights.
On this occasion Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, Advisor Students Affairs of SMIU in his speech said that these special persons are most talented, who need our love, attention, care and sympathy. This programme was organized by Rotaract Club of the students. The event was attended by girl and boy students of SMIU Model School in a large number.
The second programme of the day was presentation of dramas, which was organized by Art Society of the students. Themes of all the four dramas presented by students in Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university were poverty, unemployment, health, role of politicians and class system. The students performed well on each drama and proved that they are adorned with great talent. The message of these dramas was that our society must provide employment to youth, eradicate poverty, solve health problems, improve quality of education and politicians must honour their promises made with masses during election days.
On this occasion Mr. Muskwaith, Visiting faculty of SMIU, CBM and IBA, in his speech said that there was an excellent performance on drams by the students. "Theme and sense of humour was excellent, script writing was creative, and acting was natural, he said added that there is a possibility that these students will become stars of tomorrow. The programme followed by mystic songs sung by Syed Muhammad Adeel, student of Media Studies Department of SMIU.
Later a declamation contest among 28 students of SMIU was held in English, Urdu and Sindhi languages. In English language Farhad, Mahnoor Pervaiz and Aafia, in Urdu language Imroz Khan, Mumtaz Khan and Miss Kanwal and in Sindhi Muhammad Nawaz Dahri, Pervaiz Ali and Asif Hussain secured first, second and third positions. The last programme of the second day was musical moments, in which noted singers Zulfikar Hussain, Nazia Ashraf and Syd Muhammad Aadi sung variety of songs.
Karachi: April 7, 2015.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University inaugurated 3- Day SMIU Spring Festival 2015 by cutting a ribbon at SMIU. The festival is organized by SMIU's Students Clubs and Societies.
Talking to participants on various stalls, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said that besides studies, educational trends, co-curricular activities and extra-curricular activities are essential for flourishment and furtherance of abilities, qualities and knowledge in various sectors. He appreciated the efforts of students and their teachers, with the result the performance for extra-curricular activates is note worthy and encouraging. The Vice Chancellor further said that students are an asset of any institution and their creative objective is prime function for the knowledge of participants.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh also appreciated the students cultural stalls depicting the trend of heritage and products, together with the stalls of Oxford Publishers, Sindh Health department stalls of Sindh Prevention & Control of publishes programme, bone care department and other health stalls. He further said that besides scientific knowledge, stalls pertaining food, snacks, Nimco, Goshe-a-Saqafat cultural evening of Mendi, Sindhi culture wearings, ajraks, khaddar etc has shown remarkable representation of our cultural values.
Vice Chancellor gave round of the festival and went to every stall and saw the items presented / prepared by the students. Encouraging the skills, efforts and labour of students, Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh hoped that students of SMIU will play their positive role in participating in national progress and prosperity.
The Dean, faculty members, teachers and office bearers of students clubs and societies accompanied the Vice Chancellor and visited the stalls of the Festival. Students of the University fully participated the events of festival.
Later, Urdu Mushaera was held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto auditorium of the University by Arts Society of SMIU Students, which was presided over by famous poet of Urdu language Mr. Sahar Ansari, while renowned progressive poetess Fahmida Riaz was the chief guest. Speaking on the occasion, Sahar Ansari said that Sindh Madressatul Islam possesses historical status and importance and there are several historical references of this institution. He further added that this institution provided education and learning to great personalities like Quaid-e-Azam. Besides, prominent figure of Cricket Hanif Muhammad was also student of this great Centre of learning. Likewise, so many prominent personalities also received education from this great institution, he added and recalled that in 1953, on the eve of Golden Jubilee of Anjuman Tariqi Urdu a combined Musharea of Hindustan and Pakistan was held at the ground of this institution, and he had also participated. He stressed the need to play positive role to lead the society with our character and thinking.
Fahmida Riaz said that she is thankful to the management of SMIU who had invited her to participate the event. She further said that while coming to this institution, she always felt that there was a time when there was a tall Sindhi boy who had received education here and later, he become founder of Pakistan.
She said that his sister Fatima Jinnah always remained with that boy, who always upholds the precious traditions of equality, brotherhood and respect, and certain elements are striving to finish those traditions. She further said that we should jointly struggle against illiteracy and with regard to Mushearea, she said that at present lady poetess number has increased in comparison to past, which is a positive trend. On the occasion, Sahar Ansari, Fahmida Riaz, Anwer Shaoor, Arif Shafique, Naseem Nadir, Rashid Noor, Ambreen Haseeb Ambreen and Romana Roomi recited their newly written poetry which was appreciated by the participants.
In the end of first day of Festival, the students of SMIU Jehanzeb Khalid Shaikh and Neelam Kimani gave presentation of Karachi which was followed by a documentary on ancient and old mosque of world prepared by students of SMIU. Habba Aslam and Neelam Kimmani.
The SMI University in its announcement has informed that on the eve of second day of Festival (Wednesday 8th April 2015, a programme for special children will be held from 9:15 am to 10 am. Theatre will be presented form 11: 30 to 1:00 pm. Later 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm there will be contest in English, Urdu and Sindhi languages. In the end, music programme will be organized at 3:00 pm.
April 2, 2015
The 7th meeting of Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University held on Thursday at its Conference Room, with Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of University in chair. The Syndicate members who attended the meeting included Mr. Salman Farooqui, Federal Ombudsman, Justice Nadeem Akhtar of Sindh High Court, Justice (retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, Justice (retd.) Agha Rafique Ahmed, Additional Secretary Education Ms Aziz Fatima, HEC representative Syed Mehmood Ali Shah, Registrar SMIU Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Prof. Dr Syed Asif Ali, Prof. Dr Rukhsar Ahmed, Dr Shaista Naz, Dr Adnan Ahmed and Mohammad Ameen Khwaja.
In the meeting great tribute was paid to Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas for his services rendered for justice in the country and also for Sindh Madressatul Islam University as a member of its Selection Board. In a resolution passed by the Syndicate it was said that "Rana Bhagwandas attended all 28 days sessions for the 12 meetings of the Selection Board, without absenting himself for even a single day or coming late. He thoroughly examined each and every candidate, giving him or her full opportunity to bring forth his potential."
The members of the Syndicate also suggested for paying everlasting tribute to Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas, SMIU may name its any building, laboratory or a center with his name in its City campus or in Malir Campus.
The minutes of 6th Syndicate meeting held on 20th December 2014 were also approved and expressed satisfaction over the actions taken in view of the decisions made in 6th meeting. Similarly, the minutes of 12th meeting of the Selection Board of SMIU, held on 5th and 6th January were approved. It was the last meeting of Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas, who had attended it. He left this world on 23rd February 2015.
A report was presented before the meeting regarding appointment of Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal as Registrar of the University by the Governor Sindh, who is also a chancellor of SMIU, on recommendation of Chief Minister Sindh. Mr. Mughal's name was recommended by the Selection Board and Syndicate of SMIU for the post respectively.
The report regarding admissions for Academic Session 2014-2015 was also presented in the meeting, and received satisfactory feedback from the members.
The progress report regarding construction work of first building of SMIU at the Education City Campus of the University was also presented in the meeting and it was said that the construction work on the ground and first floor building is in progress, which could be completed up to ground floor masonry walls, the ground floor slab will be casted in the next 10 days, while the whole work will be completed in the next couple of months. The building will serve as Secondary School for Boys and Technical Training Center.
Karachi: March 31, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University in collaboration with British Council Pakistan organized Public Speaking Competition among the students of the University at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium. Director British Council for Sindh and Balochistan Mr. Robin Davies was the chief guest. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMI University was the honourary guest.
Sindh Madressatul Islam University is being sending its eight students under supervision of its four faculty members to United Kingdom for Leadership Training Programme in collaboration with the British Council Pakistan soon.
In this regard a comprehensive mechanism has been evolved to select students for the programme on purity merit basis. For this, one eligibility criteria was Public Speaking Competition. Before this, the SMI University has conducted written test of the willing students. Now their performance in co-curricular activities will also be observed. In the end of the selection process interviews will be conducted from the highest score securers.
Addressing the students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Mr. Robin Davies, highly appreciated English language skills, content and style of the students, who delivered speeches on various subjects.
He said that we are collaborating with Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which is a historic institution of Pakistan, in various fields of education and training for its students and faculty. He said the British Council Pakistan has also conducted a training progamme for faculty of SMIU recently, while the British Council Pakistan is also collaborating with Sindh Madressatul Islam University in organizing National Conference on Education in coming days.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University said that to send a group of SMI students for Leadership Training Programme to UK is a first initiative of the university. The other such programmes are also in pipeline. Dr Shaikh said Sindh Madressatul Islam University is the first public sector university of Pakistan that bears half cost of sending its students for the said programme, the remaining cost will be paid by the British Council Pakistan.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said the objective of sending students of SMIU to UK is to produce top quality students, who should prove as the highly qualified leaders of the country in their practical life.
Prof. Dr Aurangzeb, Advisor Students Affairs of SMIU also spoke on the occasion. The programme was largely attended by Dean, Chairpersons, faculty members and students of the university.
March 26, 2015
A representative of the Microsoft for Sindh and Balochistan Mr. Usama Mustafa while giving presentation on the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Microsoft Partnership, to the deans, chairpersons, senior management and students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Thursday said that there is a big gap between academia and industry, which is being filled by the joint adventure of HEC and Microsoft through supporting local IT to benefit the country.
He said that it is a biggest partnership of Microsoft with the HEC to provide latest IT information, technical facilities and training to the faculty and students of 156 universities of Pakistan. Mr. Usama Mustafa further said that now the HEC is also considering the level of IT usage in the universities for their ranking.
He said, earlier merely 30 to 40 public sector universities, mostly engineering universities, were being provided technical services and training, but now this cooperation has been extended to 156 universities, and Sindh Madressatul Islam university is one of them.
"Microsoft also provided operating system with license to 0.2 million laptops given to the students under the Prime Minister's Laptop Scheme," Mr. Usama informed and maintained that the students especially of IT and BBA and MBA of public sector universities are being trained from their sixth semester to avail job opportunities in the industries.
Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dean IT Department of Sindh Madressatul Islam University appreciated the efforts of HEC and Microsoft for extending technical expertise to the faculty and students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University that will ultimately benefit the country in its progress and development in every field of life.
On the same day the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) of Sindh Madressatul Islam University organized an awareness session on "How to write Self Assessment Report (SAR)". Mr. Arslan Wasti gave the presentation on the subject and said that the objective of self assessment is to maintain and continuously enhance academic standards and students' learning. Dr. Tasneem Ahmad, Director QEC also shared his views on the topic.
Karachi: 25th March, 2015
In the First phase of selection process of the students for the visit to United Kingdom (UK), under mention Nine(09) Students from Male and Nine(09) Students from Female have been Successful.
a. Nine(09) Male Students
| S.No | Name of Student | Registration No |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mr. S. Shahroz Hassan Rizvi | 12CS06 |
| 2. | Mr. Muhammad Ahsan ul Arfeen | 12BU08 |
| 3. | Mr. Hassan Najeeb | 12BU01 |
| 4. | Mr. Parvez Ali Rind | 13CS09 |
| 5. | Mr. Muneeb Zahid | 13CS11 |
| 6. | Mr. Jawad Hassan Soomro | 13CS10 |
| 7. | Mr. Ahsan Habib | 12BU06 |
| 8. | Mr. Rizwan Ahmed | 14CS54 |
| 9. | Mr. Muhammad Arslan Riaz | 12CS08 |
b. Nine(09) Female Students
| S.No | Name of Student | Registration No |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ms. Mahgul Nadir | 12CS22 |
| 2. | Ms. Mahnoor Pervaiz | 14BU20 |
| 3. | Ms. Misbah Mahmood | 14CS26 |
| 4. | Ms. Zahira | 13CS17 |
| 5. | Ms. Sumaira Aslam | 12BU02 |
| 6. | Ms. Kanwal Iqbal | 12CS07 |
| 7. | Ms. Gul Afroz | 12MD02 |
| 8. | Ms. Afia | 14BU01 |
| 9. | Ms. Saher Aslam | 13BU01 |
Karachi: 20th March, 2015
State Minister for Education, Professional Training, Interior and Narcotics Control. Mr. Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman has stressed upon students and educationists to receive education aimed at to provide assistance to deprived people who are in acute need of basic needs and facilities. This he observed while addressing students and faculty of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Karachi at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto auditorium.
He said that students are asset for the best future of Pakistan and are ambassadors of the Nation, while there should be clear vision before us, as such the education must be imparted under firm ideology of the Nation.
He said that after passing 18th amendment, the Education Sector has been devolved and like Germany, the Education in Pakistan is a provincial subject. He said that a high level meeting was held at Islamabad which was also attended by Chief Minister's of Provinces, ministers of education and others, which resolved to form National Curriculum Council, and the same now has been notified last month. The meeting decided to finalise minimum education standards/ curriculum for primary to class XII, as far as national heroes, national poets, national writers and other personalities are concerned.
State Minister informed that all provinces have sent names of 3 members each, so that there is consensus of uniformity in decision making, which is essential for national solidarity. He said that SMI University has distinction of status, history and time period, which was established by Khan Bahadur Hassan Ali Effendi in 1885 about 130 years ago.
Mr. Baligh-ur- Rehman further said that with regard to allocation of funds by Higher Education Commission, he will personally talk to concerned quarters and will apprise the Prime Minister of Pakistan, planning & Development Commission etc so that the needs of this great institution are met. Regarding, schemes of development sector of S.M.I University, the state Minister informed that, the scheme will be approved in ADP for the year 2015-16.
He said that previously the University Grants Commission, and at present Higher Education Commission disburse the funds in sectors of recurring grants and development grants, for which previously there was allocation of Rs: 40 Billion which has been increased now up to more than Rs: 70 billion.
He said that the Prime Minister of Pakistan has invited and approved scheme of Fee Reimbursement Programme for which students of backward areas/less developed areas of Sindh, Balochistan, K.P.K, Azad Kashmir and Gilgat Balochitan have been included.
He said with that, 30% admissions have been increased in those less developed areas. The State Minister further said that another scheme of distribution of laptops has been launched in educational institution. He said that founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had spent sufficient time in the institution and in his LAST WILL, he had reserved 1/3rd funds for Sindh Madressatul Islam University. State Minister reaffirmed that present government will make the institute as role model for nation and it is hoped that the journey for betterment of this historic institute been started, where various personalities had played their historic role.
Earlier, the Vice Chancellor of S.M.I University Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh welcomed the state Minister and apprised him about the past, present and future of S.M.I University. He requested that the federal government should provided funds and facilities for S.M.I University, which is Alma mater of father of the nation. He said that the requirement of funds for University is Rs: 37 crore, out of which HEC had only provided allocation of Rs: 7 crore.
He appreciated the efforts of Sindh Government particularly Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah, who had together with financial support; got approved the Charter of University was approved. He said that Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif is well known Education-friend person and will hoped that he provide funds for this historic institution.
The function was largely attended by faculty, deans hard of departments and students.
March 11, 2015
Chairman, Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) Mr. Mohammad Pervaiz Rathore has stressed upon students to work hard during practical life, aimed at to serve the poor and needy people of our society. This he observed while addressing the students and faculty members of Sindh Madressatul Islam University at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto auditorium of the University.
He said that Pakistan was achieved as an independent action after big sacrifices and continuous struggle. Mr. Rathore also paid rich tributes to the father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah who led the Muslims of sub-continent and succeeded in achieving a separate homeland. Chairman PEMRA added that we should respect our country and should regard Pakistan at all stages.
He said that people of Pakistan are in need of support and help, and at many far-fling and less developed areas, they are in need of food and drinking water. Mr. Rathore said that we should follow reality and truth, while media should mention reports based on facts not on perception. He also stressed upon students and young generation to pay attention towards progress and development of the country while efforts be made for self redressal in the better interest of Pakistan.
Earlier, Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMI University presented welcome address and highlighted problems of the University with special emphasis to needs of Media studies department. He lauded the role of Chairman PEMRA in granting license for F.M Radio to SMIU. He said that the F.M Radio transmission at present is hours, which will be enhanced for 12 hours from 23rd March, 2015. He said that short courses for Radio and TV subjects are being started from 1st April, 2015.
Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented books and publications published by the University, while Chairman PEMRA Mr. Rathore presented Momentous as of PEMRA to Vice Chancellor Dr. Shaikh and Chairperson Media studies department Dr. Sayeda Dawood.
The Chairman PEMRA also visited Jinnah Museum and Radio and TV Studios.
March 4, 2015
Mr. Chris Reilly, a member of Scottish Government International Development Team called on Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Wednesday at his office at SMIU. He discussed with him the matters related to development in Sindh and Balochistan with reference to education. Mr. Chris Reilly in his remarks appreciated the services of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for imparting quality education specially to the students belonging to lower and middle class.
Later on, Mr. Chris Reilly also visited Jinnah Museum, SMIU's F.M Radio and Television studios and other sections of the university and praised environment, beautiful architecture of the main building and facilities, the university provides to its students.
March 02, 2015
A rich tribute was paid to a renowned personality and icon of the judiciary, Justice (Retd.) Rana Bhagwandas in a befitting manners at a Condolence Reference organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University on him, within the premises of the University on Sunday night. The distinguished speakers highlighted background, life achievements, performance, and role played by Rana Bhagwandas for strengthening Judiciary and democracy in Pakistan.
Former Chief Minister Sindh Syed Ghous Ali Shah said Justice (Retd.) Rana Bhagwandas was an honest and daring judge who had never compromised on his principles, thus no one can question about his honesty and character. He said Rana Bhagwandas was resident of Naseerabad, District Larkana and he himself belonged to Khairpur Mirs, and there was passage of River Indus in between both, but he owned will like River Indus, thus he never made any wrong decision during his span of life, in such a way he kept his respect up, and respects of his own community and the country as a whole.
Renowned parliamentarian and MPA Syed Sardar Ahmed said Rana Bhagwandas was a man of great character and dignity. He also possessed symbols of great human beings prominently and was like a rose flower spread fragrance everywhere.
Senator Saeed Ghani was of the view that Rana Bhagwandas always upheld justice in all eras, either of dictatorship or democratic in the country. He said Rana Bhagwandas was not only judge but he was a true supporter to humanity.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University spoke in detail about the services of Justice (Retd.) Rana Bhagwandas rendered for judiciary and especially for Sindh Madressatul Islam University. He said Rana Bhagwandas was selected a member of the first Selection Board of Sindh Madressatul Islam University constituted after getting university status in 2012. He said during the last two years, he, as its member participated in its all meetings, which lasted for 28 days on different dates.
Dr Shaikh said it was his effort that he provided full opportunity of expression to every candidate, and he had never consideration of cast, creed, colour, ethnicity or religious. Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh said Rana Bhagwandas remained present in about 400 interviews of the candidates, out of which 100 employees were selected, who are presently performing their duties at SMIU. He added that people like Rana Bhagwandas take birth in centuries.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh also read out message of Justice Muhammad al-Ghazali, Judge of Supreme Court of Pakistan and member of Shariat Appellate Bench. In his message Justice Ghazali said that Justice (Retd.) Rana Bhagwandas was a pride of judiciary. He while appreciating the effort of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh to organize the reference said that it is indeed a well-deserved tribute to the great man who was an embodiment of noble humility. He radiated trust in human values and inspired nothing but respect and admiration among all those who met him. "I compliment Dr Shaikh for hosting this meeting and or recording our nation's debt of gratitude to this pride of our judiciary," Justice Muhammad al Ghazali said and added that indeed it beloves the great Alma Mater of the father of the Nation to perform this solemn national duty.
Justice (Retd.) Hamid Ali Mirza counting his almost 50 years old friendship with Rana Bhagwandas was weeping and said that whenever he stayed at Hala, Kotri, or Islamabad, we remained with each other. He said that we usually discussed and consulted each other on legal aspects/points. He said Rana Bhagwandas never came under pressure of any one. He added that when former Chief Justice of Supreme Court of Pakistan Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chowdhary and other judges were made non functional, at that time Rana Bhagwandas was made acting Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, where he constituted a full bench and inspite of pressures, he reinstated Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chowdhary and other renowned Judges. "Rana sahib's such decision was based on justice," he said.
Noted businessman Mr. Jahangir Siddiqui highlighting various decisions given by Rana Bhagwandas in many cases and said that he was a big justice loving person and always made decisions based on reality and truth.
Justice (Retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah paid rich tributes to Rana Bhagwandas and said that he never done favouritism and every one salute him on his judgments. He said that Rana Bhagwandas was not promoted twice inspite of seniority. Later in 1994, former Prime Minister Mohtrama Benazir Bhutto promoted him.
Justice (Retd.) Ali Aslam Jaffery said he was a multi-dimensional personality and stood like a rock in the crucial circumstances. Justice (Retd.) Saendino Meitlo, Justice (Retd.) Agha Rafiq Ahmed, former Cabinet Secretary Mr. A.W. Kazi, and former Chairman Sindh Public Service Commission Mr. Mohammad Hassan Bhutto also spoke on the occasion. Ms. Anita Kumari, daughter of Rana Bhagwandas said her father is alive. He will live always with his honesty and Judicial decisions. She added that he always paid due care to his children, parents, relatives and friends and there will be no other alternate to him. Rana Kailash Chandar, son of Rana Bhagwandas said he always loved the country, this is why he could not listen anything against Pakistan. He said that his father made training to the children in a way that we could stand on their own feet, but may not be from others. He also expressed his gratitude for Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh on organizing the condolence reference for his father.
Mr. Rana Ashok Kumar, brother of Rana Bhagwandas, said that although he was 11 years old to him, but he was not only his brother, he was his friend and ideal also.
Besides the family members of Justice (Retd.) Rana Bhagwandas, noted personalities including Dr Hamida Khuhro, Justice (Retd.) Mushtaq Ahmed Memon, Justice Nazar Akbar, Judge of Sindh High Court, Mr. Aftab Lodhi, former Special Secretary to Governor Sindh, noted Sindhi poet Imdad Hussaini, noted poetess Sahar Imdad and Deans, chairpersons and faculty members of SMIU attended the programme.
February 26, 2015
The Executive Director, United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP), Ms. Rita Bruun Akhtar has said that the USEFP is arranging Fulbright Scholarships for students of various universities of Pakistan and youth of Sindh Province, hence they should come forward and avail this opportunity on the basis of Merit and hardworking. She said this while delivering lecture to faculty and students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on "Educational Opportunities in USA" at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of SMIU on Thursday.
She said that the USEFP is announcing 250 scholarships for Pakistan every year. This year, 150 persons are being sent to USA, out of which 23 persons have been selected form Sindh Province, which is about 24 % of the total selectees. Ms. Rita Akhtar added that about 2000 students from China and 10,000 students from India are availing such facilities, while the total number of students from Pakistan is 5000. She added that 50 percent of scholarships are reserved for women.
She added that the students of Sindh must avail these opportunities of scholarships of United States. Mr. Rita Akhtar lauded role of Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh for furtherance of education of SMIU and said that the number of students from Sindh is increased due to the efforts of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, who is a member of the Board of Directors of Fulbright Scholar Programme, in Pakistan. She hoped that the number of students from Sindh will further increase in future also.
She maintained that the USEFP has been extending facilities for furtherance of quality education in various subjects for student s all over the world purely on their academic merit. Ms. Rita Bruun Akhtar further informed that there are two programmes i-e one is Fulbright Scholar Programme and other is Global Undergraduate Programme. She said the students would apply for scholarships to have studies in various universities of USA. She also stressed upon them to work hard and devote time to studies as they could be selected for higher education in high quality universities of USA.
She also answered the questions of intending students.
On the occasion she announced that the USEFP will provide books for the library of SMIU. Earlier, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh presented welcome address and said that Execute Director USEFP Ms Rita Akhtar has come here to interact with teachers/ students who intend to go USA for higher studies. He said there is complete merit for selection of persons for availing the scholarships and those who will work hard, they can avail such facility. He informed that he has been selected as Fulbright scholar purely on merit basis.
The lecture programme was attended by Deans, chairpersons of various departments, faculty members and students of the SMIU.
February 23, 2015
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, has expressed his deep sorrows on sad demise of Rana Bhagwandas, a renowned lawyer, former Chief Justice of Pakistan and member of Selection Board of Sindh Madressatul Islam University.
Lauding his services particularly in the field of education, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, in his condolence message issued on Monday, has said that there was big attachment of Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas with Alma - Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah - the Sindh Madressatul Islam University. He added that Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas was the member of first selection Board constituted after getting university status for Sindh Madressatul Islam and the syndicate of SMI University had again appointed him as member of selection Board of SMIU for next two years recently. The syndicate of SMIU had also adopted a "Resolution of Appreciation" in recognition of his meritorious services.
Vice Chancellor of SMIU further added that the interviews of selection of employees of grade 17 and above were held in SMIU for 26 days on different dates, and Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas was present in all those interviews. Dr. Shaikh said about 80 percent appointments in Sindh Madressatul Islam University were made in the presence of Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh stating about relations of Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas said that he had always participated in seminars, conferences and other programmes organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which included "2nd International Seminar on Sindh Through the Centuries," "National Media Conference" and others. Besides, he had delivered lectures on different occasions to students and faculty members.
Dr Shaikh said that when he was appointed as Principal of Sindh Madressatul Islam in 1994, Mr. Rana Bhagwandas was also appointed as Judge of Sindh High Court Karachi in the same year. Since then there were cordial relations with him. Dr. Shaikh added that Justice (retd.) Rana Bhagwandas was not only a famous lawyer but he was known as honest and principled Judge and a great man, and people like him take birth in centuries. "His services for the country will be remembered for ever," Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh concluded.
February 17, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University celebrated 3rd Anniversary of getting its charter, in the Main Campus of the University. It was attended by a large number of dignitaries including academicians, jurists and other government officials.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University in his detailed presentation highlighted historic role of Alma Mater of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, background of establishment of SMIU, its present day performance and facilities and also future plans.
He said that it was a joint vision of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi to establish a school in first phase then it should be elevated to the level of college and then it should be given university status. Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said Justice Syed Amir Ali, founder of the National Mohammaden Association, had also supported Hassanally Effendi to establish SMI in 1885. Now SMI is completing 130 years of its glorious journey of nation -building this year and also it has been received university status in 2012.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh further said SMI University has emerged as one of the best and quality higher educational institutions of the country within past three years. "Many successes are in its way," he commented and added that SMI University recruits faculty and staff and also enroll students on purely merit basis. He said now SMI University has confirmed the services of 66 contract employees working in BPS 1 to 16.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh said SMI University is also giving emphasis on research work. In this respect it, last year, organized Second International Seminar on Sindh Through the Centuries, National Media Conference and some other seminars on variety of research oriented subjects. "The proceedings of the Second International Seminar on Sindh Through the Centuries, has been published in a book form," he informed and said that besides faculty students are also being engaged in research work. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh informed that audience that development work at SMIU's Malir Campus is also in progress. Initially, a building for school and technical training center is being constructed there.
He pledged that SMI University, in a few coming years will be known as one of the world class universities.
The prominent personalities who attended the programme were Justice (retd) Hamid Ali Mirza, Justice (retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, Justice (retd.) Agha Rafiq, Justice (retd.) Syeda Majida Rizvi, Justice (retd.) Ali Hassan Jafri, Justice (retd.) Saindino Metlo, Vice Chancellor of NED University Prof. Dr Afzal Ahmed, Dr Abdul Waha of Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Mr. Robin Davics of British Council Pakistan, Dr Muhammad Memon and others.
The anniversary followed by dinner. Prominent singer of Sindh Dr. Zulfikar Hussain had also presented Wai of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai on the occasion.
February 11, 2015
Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh has said that there is shortage of job opportunities in government sector while youth obtaining jobs should devote their energies to deliver good output in the larger interest of their institutions. This he observed while distributing the letters of appointment on regular basis to the employees of University in BPS-1 to BPS-16 in accordance with the recommendations of selection committee at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto auditorium this afternoon.
He said that in first phase 66- employees have been given letters of appointment on regular basis in BPS-1 to BPS-16, while the remaining employees will be given letters of appointment of regular basis in second phase, after completing the requirements.
Vice Chancellor added that SMI University was emerging as famous institution, as such all employees have to work hard for future betterment and development of institution. He said that we all have to perform our duties with devotion, dedication and sense of responsibility with consciousness. The ceremony was largely attended by Faculty members and administrative staff.
Earlier, Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal Controller of Examination presented welcome address. Later, the Vice Chancellor distributed the letters of appointment on regular basis among employees.
February 10, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi has published the book entitled "SINDH Through The Centuries -II, which has been compiled by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of the University.
The book possess proceedings of "2nd International Seminar on Sindh Through the Centuries," held in Karachi in the month of March 2014, containing 31 research articles in English, and Sindhi languages, which were read out by eminent national and international scholars and researchers during the deliberations of the seminar.
The writers include - Dr. Hamida Khuhro, Dr. Ishrat Hussain, Dr. Louis Flam, Dr. Michael Jansen, Dr. Rita P. Wright, Dr. Nilofar Shaikh, Osada Toshiki, Park Kyosoon, Dr. Jetho Lalwani, Dr. Andre Wink, Dr. Mathew A. Cook, Dr. Thomas Dahnhardt, Dr. Michael Boivin, Dr. Mrs. Supriya Banik Pal, Dr. Hari Ram Lohano, Dr. Kamala Goklani, Hiro Thakur and Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Kalhoro, Dr. Humera Naz, Dr. Iqbal A Panhwar, Tania Ali Soomro, Dr. Fahmida Hussain , Gul Muhammad Umrani Dr. Ali Kumail Qazilbash, Kailash Shaadaab, Dr. Vinod H. Asudani, Saleem Memon, Dr. Aftab Abro and Ayaz Gul. The introduction of the book has been written by Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh.
It is historic document on ancient as well as present day Sindh, Pakistan and South Asia.
7 February 2015
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University held a meeting with Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah, at CM House. In the meeting Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah pledged that the financial issues of the historic institution of Pakistan and an Alma Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah will be resolved on priority basis. He also appreciated the role of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh for successfully running SMI University. Syed Qaim Ali Shah also appreciated scholarly work of Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, who has done in the form of book writing.
Earlier, Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh apprised the CM Sindh about issues especially the financial matters facing SMIU. Dr Shaikh said that Sindh government is being providing just 100 million rupees as a grant and the Higher Education Commission is providing only 70 million rupees to SMIU, which is insufficient amount to run a university. Therefore, he requested the CM Sindh to provide special grant to the university.
Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh also presented his two books to the CM Sindh, among these one book was on Quaid –e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other one was his compilation of research papers presented by the national and international scholars in the Second International Seminar on Sindh Through the Centuries, organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University last year.
On the occasion Principal Secretary to CM Sindh Mr. Alamuddin Bullo and Secretary to CM Sindh on Boards and Universities Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah were also present.
January 27, 2015
"Holy Prophet Hazart Muhammad (P.B.U.H) has directed to spread message of Almighty Allah for observing peace, brotherhood, tranquility and tolerance amongst mankind," Begum Syed Qaim Ali Shah said this while attending Eid Milad un Nabi (PBUH) programme organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University for its female faculty and students on Tuesday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium.
She stressed the need to follow the teachings of Holy Prophet (PBUH) and spread the trends of living, behaviour and true picture of day to day happenings of Holy Prophet Hazart Muhammad (PBUH), so as to create society of prosperity and truth based on justice.
Girl students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and female faculty members presented Naat on the occasion.
Besides Begum Syed Qaim Ali Shah, Begum Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU, female deans, chairpersons and faculty members of various departments and girl students of SMIU attended the Eid Milad un Nabi (PBUH) programme in a large number.
Karachi: January 26, 2015
The invention of Computer is very important one and human beings have achieved lot of success in every sphere of life, while it is essential for the students to acquire maximum study and knowledge from Computer.
This was observed by Head Academic Affairs and Advisor Students Affairs Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, while addressing the Laptop Distribution Ceremony of Sindh Madresstual Isalm University at second phase of Prime Minster programme at Talpur House on Monday, January 26, 2015.
He said that students must concentrate on their studies and latest and update knowledge, research, discussions, information and detailed reports for future planning and achievements be acquired. Dr. Aurangzeb added that as far as prizes are concerned, even it may be smaller, the prizes are prizes. He congratulated the students who received computers and laptops.
Earlier, Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dean of Department of Computer Science presented welcome address and highlighted the objective of distribution of laptops amongst deserving students. He gave away laptops to 32 boy and girl students of SMIU.
Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Controller of Examinations also assisted him. The ceremony was attended by deans and chairpersons of various departments of SMIU, lecturers and students of Business administration, education, Computer Science, environmental sciences and Media studies and social sciences. Students of SMIU thanked to Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr.Muhammad Ali Shaikh for providing laptops to them for further study, education and knowledge.
January 23, 2015
Enter to learn and go forth to servehas been the mission statement of SMI since its inception in 1885, noted the Vice Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh while addressing the first Graduating batch of students in the Department of Media Studies and Education at a local hotel. He said that the first part of the mission statement has been completed for the Graduating students and now the second part relating to rendering service to the society started.
Dr. Shaikh said that the Graduating students owned debt to the poor people of Pakistan, through whose contribution in form of taxes etc, enable these students in this public sector university to use latest Radio Station, Television Station, digital library and laboratories etc. He said the nation had invested in them and now it was their turn to return the favour to the nation, society and the institution.
He gave example of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah who studied at Sindh Madressatul Islam for about five years from 1887 to 1892 and gave his entire property, which he earn through hard work, to educational institutions in the sub- continent with 1/3rd to his Alma-Matter Sindh Madressatul Islam through his Last Will
Earlier, Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb Head Academic Affairs & Advisor students Affairs presented welcome address and endorsed the hardworking of students and teachers for achievement of better results. The function was also addressed by Prof. Dr. Syeda Daud, Pro. Dr. Shaista Naz and office bearers of different clubs and societies of SMIU as Kanwal Iqbal, Wasif Ali, Hussain Ali, Ms. Tania Suleman, Mumtaz Hussain and Minaa Talia. The students presented their experience views and lauded the efforts of Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh for his endeavors in achieving University with in shortest time. Entertainment programme was also presented followed by HI. Tea. The farewell was largely attended by guests, students, faculty, principal staff officers and others.
January 20, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) with collaboration of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) and British Council Pakistan organized a 5- Day Professional Training Workshop for faculty and staff members of the university in its Talpur House.
As a part of Letter of Intent (LOI) singed between Sindh Madressatul Islam University and British Council Pakistan recently, the British Council Pakistan arranged two resource persons for the training; one from University of Karachi and second from University of Swat. The main objective of the workshop was to enhance professional skills of faculty and staff members of the university in their respective fields. In the workshop fifteen sessions were held on English language, its learning, modes of learning and medium of learning.
On completion of the workshop Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University expressed his satisfaction on it and said that this kind of workshops will remain a continuous feature of the university in future also.
Dr. Rukhsar Ahmed, Dean Faculty of Business Administration, also appreciated interest and enthusiasm of the participants shown during the training.
Karachi January 20, 2015
The Governor of Sindh Dr. Ishratul Ibad Khan, who is also the Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, has assented on 19th January 2015 to the statutes approved by the Senate of SMI University.
According to details the statutes include those relating to appointment and promotion of employees, conduct, efficiency and discipline; powers and duties of officers, pension, gratuity G.P. Fund, provident fund, leave and other matters relating to the official business of the University.
The statutes were debated and deliberated upon in three meetings of syndicate and were vetted a retired judge of High Court of Sindh. The draft of statutes passed by the Syndicate was placed in the first meeting of the Senate of SMIU on November 13, 2014, presided over by Governor of Sindh Dr. Ishratul Ibad Khan. After the Senate passed the statutes and the minutes of the meeting were confirmed, the statues were sent for formal assent (approval) of Governor of Sindh, who is also the Chancellor of SMIU.
The Vice Chancellor Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh congratulated the employees and students of the institution, terming it a historic day, when the university has its own set of laws. He said there were very few universities which have completed all the stages involved in framing of statutes in such a short time.
The employees also congratulated the Vice chancellor of SMIU for his singular efforts aimed at giving the university its set of laws.
January 17, 2015
The Orientation Day 2015 of newly admitted students of Sindh Madressatul Islam University was held today at Sir. Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium.
Speaking on the occasion, Vice Chancellor of SMI University Dr. Muhammad Ali Shaikh welcomed the students and stressed upon them to learn more from this great institution, where father of nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had studied for four and half years.
Dr. Shaikh said that father of nation was an intelligent student of this institution and due to hard work and devotion, he became great lawyer at that time.
He fully admired during his stay at Sindh Maderassatul Islam School and later on June 21, 1943, Quaid-e-Azam got up gradation of School upto the level of College, which was the only College in Sindh for muslim students, Vice Chancellor added.
He said that the admitted students are co-students of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah as such they have distinction that they had got admitted here, as Mr. Jinnah had claimed his stay in the institution. Vice Chancellor further said that there are more than 150 public and private Universities in the country but SMIU receive meager amount as fees from students.
He added that this institution was spreading blessings of knowledge, education and studies since last 130 years the oldest one in Sindh Province. He added that students can be best Judges by evaluating the performance and teachings of their teachers as it is utmost effort to provide best learning to the students, who will then go forth to serve the society and nation.
He said that in case of any deficiency, there is way of further improvement for teachers. Counting facilities at the University, he said that latest needs have been full filled and students can acquire best education and knowledge here.
Dr. M. A Shaikh added that it is the effort to build up the confidence of students so that could face the challenges of further education for acquiring best status in the society. He announced that weekly lecture program will be organized where prominent, highly skilled persons could deliver lectures on various topics.
He added that creation of the trend and atmosphere of leadership is main objective, and there are 6 clubs/teams comprising of elected 30 students to participate in co-curricular activities.
Vice chancellor further informed that video link with Higher Education Commission has been arranged at the cost of Rs. 12.5 million and students of University can avail videos link throughout world for attending lectures of highly reputed personalities while after every six months a group of students and teachers will have tour of UK in collaboration of British Council. He said that students should have commitment with their institution while needy, poor and intelligent students will be encouraged and awarded financial assistance in shape of scholarship.
Earlier, Dr. Rukhsar Ahmed Dean welcomed the participants and students and highlighted the past, present and future of SMIU. Later, Dr. Syed Asif Ali introduced computer Science Section, Dr. Syed Adnan Hassan Environment, Dr. Shaista Naz Education Section, Dr. Mumtaz Media, and Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb Business Administration sections. Also Sana Bhutto introduced business administration,Dr. Nargis informed about K.B. Hassanali Affendi library where 12000 rare and important books are available. Mr.Shah Muhammad Butt spoke about I.T Administration Unit, Dr. Tahir Qader quality enhancement cell, Dr. Nosheen about medical facilities, Mr. Amin Khwaja for code of conduct, Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal about conduct of examinations, Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro (Officiating Registrar) on administration issues while Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio Director Finance spoke of financial aspects. He informed that last year 40 students were granted scholarship while this year so far 115 applications have been received and soon decision will be taken.
The ceremony was attended by Deans, Faculty Members, Staff of University and newly admitted students at large.
Karachi January 12, 2015
Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh today laid the foundation Stone of Model School and Technical Training Centre at SMIU Malir Campus situated at Education City near Memon Goth.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that SMIU is the first University which has started construction work at Malir Campus at Education city, which will be completed by the year 2025 in phases and first phase will be completed early so as to start school classes with commencement of new academic year i.e 1st April, 2015.
He added that the objective of this project is to spread the literacy and provide quality education to the children of less developed area like Malir, where people were deprived.
Vice Chancellor further informed that Malir Campus will spread over area of 100 acres, while Universities and Institutions have also been provided land by the Government of Sindh. He said that the three floor building of Model School and Technical Training Centre will be completed soon. He informed that present construction work of Model School, and Technical / Vocational Training Center is being completed from special grant provided by Sindh Chief Minister on the Directives of Ex-President Mr. Asif Ali Zardari. He stressed upon people of area to get admitted there children in the Malir Campus of SMIU. Where all academic and recreational facilities will be provided to students. The Vice Chancellor further said that there is vast scope of theoretical and practical studies for students so that the services of skilled youth are made available in a befitting manner.
He said that SMIU is Alma Matter of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and educational institute of prominent personalities of Sindh province. Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh added that furniture has been purchased while generator is also being arranged soon, and transport facility will be provided to students from their Villages to the School and back.
He said that Malir Campus is being made functional and elementary and secondary classes are being started, while technical courses and training will encourage youth particularly the unemployed one will get jobs after completion of courses. He said that teaching staff has been recruited purely on merit and it will be effort that qualified teachers are inducted in the institution and students will be provided free uniform and free books. The Vice Chancellor informed that a scheme has been sent to Planning and Development Department, Government of Pakistan for establishment of 200 to 250 bedded hospital which will be later upgraded up to the level of Medical College. He added that a Master Plan has been prepared for Malir Campus by NESPAK Co. and about 30 to 35 departments will function in the Malir Campus. He said that more than 50 Universities and Institutes have obtained plots for their schemes and have only constructed compound walls.
Dr. Shaikh informed that the building will comprises of ground plus two floors, and Vocational Center will be established at ground floor while separate boys and girls classes will be established at first and second floors of building. Engineer Ali Gohar Larik was briefed about project while the Vice Chancellor visited construction work on the project.
Earlier, Mr. Muzaffar Ali Shah, Architect of the project welcomed and highlighted the objective of project. He lauded the services of Vice Chancellor Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh for establishment of University and SMIU Malir Campus.
Later, the Vice Chancellor performed the Foundations Stone Ceremony of Model School and Technical Training Centre. He also visited various proposed sections of campus and enquired about details. The function was largely attended by notables of area, teachers and students of University.
January 2, 2015
| Department | Subject | Teacher | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS (Education) | Trends and issues in Education | Dr. Amjad Ali | 9:30 to 12:30 |
| MS (CS) | Advanced Algorithms Analysis | Dr. Manzoor Hashmani | 9:30 to 12:30 |
| MS (CS) | Machine Learning | Dr. Manzoor Hashmani | 9:30 to 12:30 |
January 1, 2015
Sindh Madressatul Islam University inducted a batch of about 25 Lecturers in various departments of the institution on Thursday 1st January 2015. The SMIU became the first public sector university which has inducted teachers after a comprehensive selection process, which included clearance of NTS test and evaluation of lecturing skills by the Selection Board of SMI University comprising amongst others two former judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
According to details, SMIU invited applications for the positions of lecturers as well as other administration positions in Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) and Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC). A large number of candidates applied for the positions. They were subject to a written test conducted by NTS. The top scorers of the written test were invited for interviews by the Selection Board, which comprised Justice (Retd.) Rana Bagwandas and Justice (Retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, both former judges of Supreme Court of Pakistan, in addition to former Secretary Cabinet Division Mr. A.W. Qazi, former Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sindh Mr. Wasim Ahmed and experts of the respective subjects. The Vice Chancellor Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, chaired the Selection Board meetings which lasted for about 9 days.
During the interviews the candidates were asked to deliver a lecture with the help of white board and marker, placed in the conference room. After thorough evaluation of their teaching skills, the candidates were selected on the basis of their score in the written test conducted by the NTS and their performance in the lecturing exercise and interviews.
Welcoming the newly inductees Vice Chancellor Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh congratulated them on the basis of merit in the time honor institution of SMIU, which has the distinction of being Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He informed them that training programme for the teachers had been arranged in collaboration with the Pakistan British Counsel, in order to further improve and polish their teaching skills.
The newly inducted teachers and staff members were briefed about various facilities and features available at SMIU like digital library, I.T. facilities etc. by the respective incharges of the sections and departments on Thursday at the Senate Hall of SMIU. The briefing session came to end with lunch arranged for the newly inducted faculty and staff members.
Karachi December 17, 2014
A condolence meeting and prayers were offered today in an environment of deep sorrow to condole the martyrdom of 148 innocent children, teachers and instructors at Army Public School in Peshawar yesterday, at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi.
After recitation of Holy Quran, special prayers (Dua) was offered which was attended by faculty members, teachers, students and staff of university. The meeting prayed for depart soul of martyred persons and innocent children.
Speaking on the occasion, vice chancellor SMIU Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh expressed his deepest sorrows on massacre and termed it biggest loss of nation. He said that this tragic incident was like Karballa where forces of yazid martyred the children and family members of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and associates in a cruel manner. He added that the difference between both incidents was that one incident occurred at Karbala while the other occurred at Peshawar, while the forces were same at both the places.
Vice Chancellor added that the objective of terrorists was to create terror and harassment in the name of Islam, which is religion of peace, harmony and brother hood. He added that history has proved that terror and atrocity can never stop the light of reality and truth.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, added that it was darkest hour when innocent children were massacred by those so called religious forces. He said that our Holy Prophet (PBUH) was the person who was blessing for whole world who preached peace for human beings. He said that Pakistan was established after long struggle and it is time to remain united against those terrorists. This is how the martyrdom of the innocent children will not go waste. He added that the incident must be condemned and hoped that the prayers will be accepted by Almighty Allah. Earlier, Professor Dr. Aurangzeb highlighted the perspective and objective of morning meeting.
December 15, 2014
Pakistan was the first one in South Asia to embark upon its Journey in the domain of freedom of information by introducing legislation in 1997, but that was a reluctant move and the law, which was inform of an ordinance issued by the President, was allowed to lapse. This was stated by Justice (Retd) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, former Judge of Supreme Court/Chief Justice, Sindh High Court while addressing. National Seminar on Citizen's Right to Information and Social Accountability organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University Karachi at a local hotel this evening.
He said that the new government, elected through elections, did not promulgated it or pass it in form of a bill in the parliament and after a lot of inertia and reluctance , another flawed version of the law in form of "Freedom of Information Ordinance" was issued by the President in September 2002 Justice (Retd) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah added that the greatest problem being faced by Pakistan today and during last 67 years of its history has been corruption and with passing every year, the menace of corruption has been constantly increasing. He said that the result of this ever increasing phenomenon has been that, an overwhelmingly large number of development projects financed through Pakistan's National resources as well as international aid have not been able to contribute to the national economy, the purpose for which they were intended for.
Justice (Retd) Deedar Hussain Shah further said that on the contrary, they enhanced the country's international financial obligations due to debt retirement increasing poverty. He said that the state of affairs has largely been due to absence of transparency in public spending, both civil and military, and the remedy to this malady lies in cultivating the culture of openness in the public dealings while the institutional framework for bringing openness and transparency could be introduced through the Citizen's right to Information. He added that it is commendable that the Constitutional protection to the right to Information has been provided; it is high time that Pakistan should frame set of rules for ensuring this right in an efficient and effective manner. He said that it is only through transparency ensured by the Citizen's right to Information that Pakistan society could curb the menace of corruption making it possible to eradicate poverty and embark upon the Journey to the National Development.
Senator Farhatullah Babar in his speech informed that law regarding establishment of Information Commission is under way and the draft law has been placed before legal committee, which will later be placed before Federal Cabinet and hopefully the bill will be enacted after duly endorsed by the Cabinet. He added the matters pertaining to National Security and Military installations have been exempted from such necessity. The information commission will be comprised of Judges, High ranking advocates, eligible to become the Judges. He said that we only make the law but lacks the implementation of the same at all levels, for which there is need of awareness. He added that this is appropriate time to encourage and approve the law and form the required Commission early with spirit of work of the subject. Senator Farhatullah Babar also gave replies to questions of audience and students of the University. He said that freedom of speech, freedom of expression and rights of freedom to information have been made with constitutional need.
Justice (Retd) Majida Rizvi elaborated constitutional history of human rights, good governance, eradication of corruption, and other aspects which inacted the law of citizens Right to Information and Social Accountability. She added the there is acute need of accountability in our society and social sectors like education, health, public welfare are to be promoted for better results. She further said that the public services/expenditure is to be monitored by responsible authorities. She said that whether it is only to pass law or the issues, atrocities and public grievances must be resolved on priority basis.
Vice Chancellor of SMI University Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh in his keynote address presented detailed historical background about right to information citing examples of issue, he highlighted the matter prevailed in India and then to Pakistan. He added that at present our Parliamentarians are eligible to obtain information, or the courts of law receive. Details/information while the Government is determined to provide any information. Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh added that Citizen is a the master and the poor people have also right to ask question , Vice Chancellor informed that under the UN Charter, the law support to possess freedom of information. Earlier Prof. Aurangzeb of SMIU presented welcome address and highlighted the perspective and background of SMIU.
All speakers landed the role of Vice Chancellor Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh who arranged the Seminar under the banner of center for public policy, which was attended by intellectuals, researches, lawyers, media men, teachers and students at large.
The Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh launched the Table Calendar-2015 "Jinnah and SMI" published by SMIU here on Tuesday, December 2, 2014. This beautifully designed calendar highlights various aspects of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's association with historic Sindh Madressatul Islam. In addition to narrations relating to the subject, the calendar also carries some of the historic photographs of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah taken at Sindh Madressatul Islam as well as other places.
The twelve leaves of the calendar representing each month highlight different aspects of Mr. Jinnah's association with SMI where he spent the longest spell of his academic life, from 1887 to 1892. The themes highlighted in the calendar relates to his years of education; his reverence and respect for the founder of the institution, Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi; his deep sentiments about his alma-mater as well as his last will, wherein he bequeathed one third of his personal property to Sindh Madressatul Islam.
The calendar also highlights the fact that Quaid-e-Azam got his command over English language during his studies at SMI, where he learnt the language under the tutelage of Mr. H.P. Jacob who served as Educational Inspector in Sindh at that time but took personal interest in proficiency of students in English. One of the leaves also highlights that Quaid-e-Azam might got introduced to Shakespeare's poetry at SMI. It also bring to the fore the notion that the institution provided top quality education to Mr. Jinnah, which is evident from the fact that even without appearing in matriculation examination Mr. Jinnah was able to clear the Lincoln's Inn's entrance examination in London, which got him admission in the Inn.
The calendar also highlights that the first contact of Mr. Jinnah with the highest ranking British officials might have been taken place at SMI, which was visited by the Viceroy of India, the Governor of Bombay and other senior British Officers on different occasion during the period of Mr. Jinnah's study. One leaf of the calendar highlights that during the period of Jinnah's studies at SMI, he was subjected to living in a multicultural environment, where students and faculty belonging to various religious communities like Hindus, Sikhs, Christians and Jews studied and worked together. It suggests that Mr. Jinnah's famous speech of 11th August 1947 in the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan might have basis in the multicultural environment prevailing at SMI.
It may be pointed out that "Mohammadally Jinnabhoy," as Quaid-e-Azam was known in his early life, was enrolled at Sindh Madressatul Islam in July 1887 and studied there till January 1892, with two brief intervals. Quaid-e-Azam revered his Alma Mater to the extent that he upgraded it to college from school in 1943 and bequeathed one-third of his personal property to it through his last will.
It may be noted that SMI is one of the oldest institutions in South Asia, which was established as a school in 1885 by Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi. It was upgraded to college by Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah in 1943 and was elevated to University in 2012. At present it offers graduate and undergraduate programs in Media Studies, Computer Science, Business Administration, Environmental Sciences and Education. It is known for its high quality of education and research.
The excerpts and quotations given in the calendar are taken from the book "Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah: Education, Struggle and Achievements" written by Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU and published by SMI University Press in 2014.
Pakistan is an important country and present government under the leadership of Prime Minister Mian Mohammad Nazaw Sharif has chalked out education vision 2025, so as to bring all parts and areas of the country on unified level of literacy, education, technology and social uplift. This was stated by Federal Minster for Planning and Development Mr. Ahsan Iqbal while addressing the faculty members of Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Wednesday December 3, 2014 at its Junagarh Hall.
He said that present government has given slogan of Passionate Pakistan, which will create education of job oriented with positive thinking and social responsibility. Mr. Ahsan Iqbal added that there is a need of joint identity to our country and we have to think and work for national interest as there are moments for making the Pakistan.
He added that instead of quarrelling each other we have to follow the lessons and struggle of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, and teachers, parents and students should work for each task on excellence.
He underlined the need that Sindh Madressatul Islam University being the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, will be made top most educational institution as the Father of the Nation always believed ion hardworking, honesty and excellence.
He further said that as far as education in Pakistan, in comparison to other countries is concerned, there is lack of standard, performance and facilities. He said that present age is progressive and needs positive education with objective of development in all fields.
He said that after industrial revolution the world is moving rapidly towards knowledge revolution, while the future of development and prosperity under human resources lies on brain power instead of mussel power. At present, the main issue of USA and other European counties is education and issues pertaining to education, while there is need under present circumstances about a smart economy, creativity under critical thinking as such the latest needs are being fulfilled by the government.
Federal Minster P&D further added that a National Curriculum Council has been founded aimed at to prepare a unified curriculum in consultation with all provincial governments for creation, innovation and creative thinking as such necessary funds and resources have been provided in the budget. He added that under that council the standardization will be enforced by unification of all educational boards of provinces of the country so as to enforce system of conferring degrees to students reliable and acceptable in all provinces.
He said that it is a right of every student of every city, town and village to acquire unified quality education for which together with curriculum, examination system is also being reviewed. He further said that under 18th amendment, education had been devolved to the provinces, but yet there is need of good coordination in the system. He added that we have to work harder for achieving better quality education, smart education and latest technology, so as to bring revolution and changes in our social sector. He said that HEC has been entrusted target of establishment of at least one university in each district of the country, so that no child is deprived of higher education.
Earlier, the Vice Chancellor of the University Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, presented welcome address and gave briefing about past, present and future vision of the university. He said that SMIU is an Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam and there is historical background of personalities who remained associated with this institution, which has been established 130 years ago.
On the occasion Mr. Ahsan Iqbal visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU and got deep interest in the relics of the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
November 28, 2014
Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, Head of Academic Affairs and Advisor Students Affairs of Sindh Madressatul University has said that besides academic activities; SMI University is emphasizing on improvement of communication skill, knowledge and learning process of its students through co-curricular activities. He said this while speaking as a chief guest at the First/ University Round of All Pakistan Inter University Declamation Contest for the Award of 17th Allama Iqbal Shield held at SMI University on Friday, at its Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium.
He said that we are passing through a dangerous phase, hence the academia should guide the young generation to adapt positive thinking. Dr Aurangzeb also congratulated the winners and said that SMI University's students have a potential, but it is needed to be explored and this kind of activities will help in talent hunt. He said that second round of the declamation would be held on provincial basis.
Earlier, nineteen boy and girl students of SMIU's all the five departments i.e. Media Studies, Business Administration, Education, Computer Science and Environmental Sciences participated in the contest, which was held in English and Urdu languages.
Ms. Mahgul, Mr. Umair Siddiqui and Ms Mahnoor secured first, second and third positions in English contest, respectively, while Ms. Kanwal Iqbal, Mr. Mumtaz Hussain and Hamza M. Yousuf stood first, second and third in Urdu language contest. Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb, Head of Academic Affairs and Advisor Students Affairs and other deans and chairpersons of various departments distributed cash prizes and certificates among the position holders. Certificates were also distributed among other speakers.
The contestants spoke on variety of subjects including power of pen, sword and wealth, burn my degree, my country and my responsibility and you are free to speak (boal key lab aazad hein terey).
The students were of the view that corruption is a prime problem of the country that has destroyed all institutions and the society. This is why, the country has been failed to achieve its goals in social development. They also said that the young and eligible persons are failing to get employment as there is no respect of degree and ability. Some students opined that we should develop our skills rather than focusing on achieving degrees without having skills. But they said that for good cause, we must bring change in the system and respect and value the talent.
November 21, 2014
The oath taking ceremony of elected office bearers of "Students Council" of Sindh Madressatul Islam University was held on Friday, November 21, 2014 in a simple but impressive manner at Junagarh Hall of the University. Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh administered the oath to newly elected 24 office bearers of six clubs and societies. He congratulated the members of elected Students Council and stressed upon them to fully participate in creation of healthy atmosphere of respective clubs/societies and bring positive thoughts, constructive vision and practical suggestions in the larger interest of students in general and the University in particular.
Later, a ceremony to celebrate the oath taking of first elected "Students Council" in a public university was held at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto auditorium. Speaking on the occasion, the Vice Chancellor SMIU Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh termed it a great day for celebration that after a gap of over 40 years, students of a University has go right to elect their representatives and are provided an opportunity to take part in co-curricular activities for creation of healthy atmosphere in the campus and make sense of participation in clubs and societies of Debating Society, Arts Society, Literary Club, Scitech Society, Rotaract Club and Sports Club.
He added that it is a right of students to participate in sound, positive and healthy activities but the Martial Law regime of General Ziaul Haq snatched that democratic right from students, with result various students groups were scattered. He said that the educational institutions were made hostage at the hands of those students groups.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh further said that students of even Sri Lanka and Nepal possess such right of participation in elections for various societies and clubs; as such SMIU is the first public sector university where this process has been completed smoothly. Vice Chancellor SMIU stressed upon office bearers of societies/clubs to come up with proposals, suggestions and programmes aid at to highlight the activities on one hand and build upon the image of the University on other hand.
Dr Shaikh said that at present, out of 250 employees, there are 100 female employees in the University, while there are nine girl students elected in Students Council. He said that our criteria should not be gender but ability, respect, devotion and dedication.
Earlier, Prof. Dr Aurangzeb presented welcome address and Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Director Finance presented vote of thanks. Elected presidents of six clubs and societies as Mohammad Nawaz (Debating Society), Hasnain Ali (Art Society), Mr. Talha (Rotaract Club), Mr. Mumtaz Hussain (Scitech Society), Wasif Ali Shaar (Literary Club) and Mr. Saad Iqbal (Sports Club) also spoke on the occasion.
18 November 2014
The first elections for six student clubs and societies including Debating Society, Literary Club, Scitech Society, Rotaract Club, Art Society and Sports Club of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) were held on Tuesday in a most festive, peaceful and cordial atmosphere in the premises of the university. Almost all students of the university made the elections most interesting event by their fully participation in it.
The elections held under supervision of Students Advisor of SMIU Prof. Dr. Aurangzeb and other faculty members of various departments of the university, in which following office bearers were elected: for Debating Society Mohammad Nawaz (President), Ms Kanwal Iqbal (General Secretary), Mr. Pervaiz Ali (Joint Secretary- male) and Ms. Mehtab (Joint Secretary-female), for Art Society Hasnain Ali (President), Ms Sumaira (General Secretary), Syed Adeel (Joint Secretary- male) and Ms. Sara Saleem (Joint Secretary-female), for Rotaract Club Mr. Talha (President), Ms Tania Sulaiman (General Secretary), Mr. Arsalan (Joint Secretary- male) and Ms. Uroosa Khursheed (Joint Secretary-female), for Scitech Mr. Mumtaz Hussain (President), Ms Syed Waqas Shah (General Secretary), Wasel Khalil (Joint Secretary- male) and Ms. Maham Riaz (Joint Secretary-female), for Literary Club Wasif Ali Shaar (President), Mr. Sharyar Ansari (General Secretary), Mr. Faraz Ahmed (Joint Secretary- male) and Ms. Ms Neelam (Joint Secretary-female), for Sports Club Mr. Saad Iqbal, (President), Mr Armanullah Khan (General Secretary), Mr. Sheeraz Khan (Joint Secretary- male) and Ms. Minna Taliha (Joint Secretary-female) were elected.
On the other hand Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU congratulated the newly elected office bearers of different clubs and societies of the university and hoped that they will create healthy competition for promotion and furtherance of educational activities. He said that SMIU is the first public sector university that has brought its students in the democratic process and gave them a right to run various clubs and societies for betterment of students and the university.
The vice chancellor hoped that the elected office bearers of SMIU will be messengers of literacy and should spread message of research, knowledge, hardworking and goodwill in and outside the SMIU.
Dr Aurangzeb said that the main objective of these elections was to fully involve students in the healthy and creative co-curricular activities to enhance their learning process at SMIU. He also congratulated to the successful office bearers.
November 13, 2014
The first Senate meeting of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was held on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Governor House. Governor of Sindh Dr. Ishratul Ebad Khan, who is also chancellor of SMI University, presided over.
The meeting in a resolution expressed deep sorrows and grief on sad demise of renowned scholar, poet, an old student of SMI and a member of SMIU's Senate Mr. Khan Yousuf Jamal.
The meeting also approved and endorsed the decisions of SMIU Syndicate, which were passed at its previous meetings. The meeting also approved budget of last two years and finalized the issues of financial matters.
The meeting also unanimously appreciated services and efforts of Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, vice chancellor SMIU, for improvement of historical institution, for which Dr S.M.Qureshi presented a resolution, which was endorsed and seconded by Mr. Salman Farooqi.
The Senate meeting requested the Government of Sindh to resolve financial matters of SMI University and informed that case of special grant worth Rs300 million duly approved by Sindh Finance Department has been sent to the Chief Minister Sindh, requesting for necessary sanction.
The Senate also approved the Master Plan of SMIU Malir Campus duly recommended by the Syndicate.
It was also decided to initially start school classes at the Malir Campus from the next academic year, while the construction work be completed as early as possible. It was further decided to submit PC-1 to the Higher Education Commission with reference to the Master Plan.
The meeting also requested the Government of Sindh particularly the Governor of Sindh to take up the matter with Federal Government of this institution being the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah for early approval of the scheme for furtherance of the institution.
The Governor of Sindh pledged an honour for him that after a period of 65 years he had approved the Charter of this great institution, for which Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had inaugurated a college in the year of 1943. Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan further said that it is also historical event that he is chairing the first meeting of the Senate of this university.
Besides Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan, Governor of Sindh and Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMIU, the meeting was attended by Sindh Education Minister/Pro Chancellor of SMIU Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, Federal Ombudsman Mr. Salman Farooqi, Justice (retd.) Agha Rafiq Ahmed, Chairman of Sindh Public Service Commission, Justice Nadeem Akhtar, High Court of Sindh, MNA Mr. Ghous Bux Mahar, Dr. S.M.Qureshi,former Chairman of Charter Inspection and Evaluation Committee, Mr. Fayaz Ali Butt, MPA, Dr. Sikanadar Shoro MPA, Dr. Noman Ahmed, Chairman Architect and Planning Department of University of Mr. Rahim Bux Channa, Nominee of HEC, Mr. Mohammad Uzair Soomro, Nominee of Secretary of Sindh Education, Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dr Rukhsar Ahmed, Dr Aurangzeb, Dr Anjum Bano Kazmi, Mr. Ameen Ahmed Khowaja, Mr. Ghulam Ali Surhio, Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro, Mr. Mohammad Yousuf and other members attended the meeting.
Earlier Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh presented a detailed report of SMIU through multi media and highlighted the past, present and future of SMI University.
September 29, 2014
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of the Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari (BBSU), has termed establishment of Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University in Lyari as one of the greatest happenings for the people of Lyari, since Lyari came into being.
Speaking as a chief guest on Orientation Day of 5th batch of BBSU Lyari; held on Monday at auditorium of the university, Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, who is holding additional charge of vice chancellor of BBSU Lyari besides working as vice chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University said the Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari is going to change the identity of the Lyari from commonly perceived as den of gamblers and drug dealers to the one producing scholars, intellectuals and professionals.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said Lyari possesses a centuries old rich history and culture; hence BBSU Lyari will bring positive changes in lives of people of the area through modern and quality education. "The change in Lyari is imminent as BBSU Lyari has been named after name of a great leader Shaheed Mohtrama Benazir Bhutto, who had given much importance to education for young generation of the country," he maintained. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said the nations can earn respect only by education not by violence, oppression and injustice. Therefore, BBSU Lyari will prove one of the best universities of the country that will change destiny of people of Lyari and its adjoining areas.
He was of the view that BBSU Lyari has laid foundation to become a university of an international level; hence he is optimist that it will produce dynamic leadership of the country in coming days." He also said the university will concentrate on research work also which is main component of a university.
While recalling historic bond between Sindh Madressatul Islam and people of Lyari; the Dr Shaikh said SMI had very close relationship to people of Lyari, spread over 130 years, as majority of people of Lyari had received their education from Sindh Madressah. "It is proud to say that the best footballers of Lyari had also remained students of SMI," Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said and added that doors of SMIU are open for students of BBSU Lyari; who can visit SMIU and get benefit from its facilities at any time. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh also declared both the universities - SMIU and BBSU as 'sister universities' and emphasized on establishment of best working relationship among them, in the areas of quality education and research work.
Mr. Habib Hassan, Head of Lyari Resource Center also expressed his views about the university and said it is a great gift to the people of Lyari from PPP.
Earlier, heads of various faculties and departments such as Prof. Dr Abdul Hussain Shah Bukhari, Dean of faculty of Computer Science, Dr Farida Azeem Loadhi, Chairperson of Education Department, Dr Gobind, head of faculty of Commerce and Business Administration, Prof. Noor Mohammed Memon, Director Finance and Controller of Examinations, Prof. Dr Taj Mohammad Baloch, Registrar and Syed Shafique Hyder Moosvi also spoke. Faculty members of various departments also introduced themselves on the occasion. Later on Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh inaugurated a Bookshop established by the BBSU Lyari in its premises.
September 13, 2014
Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) organized an Orientation Day for newly admitted students (Batch 2014) at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university on Saturday. It was third batch that was enrolled in SMIU after getting university status in 2012.
Fresh students attended the event along with their parents. They were feeling proud to be here and were full with sprit while entering in corridors of the institution, where Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other great leaders had walked through it as its students.
Deans and chairpersons of SMI University's five departments gave presentations on their respective departments. They apprised the students about latest facilities and resources available for students at the campus. They also informed them about job opportunities available in the market of the country and abroad.
Dr. Rukhsar Ahmed, Dean of Business Administration while welcoming the students said they will embark a wonderful learning experience at SMIU during their stay over here for next four years, as it provides quality education with the help of most learned and experienced faculty. He said last year 40 students of SMI were given merit and need bases scholarships and this year scholarships will be given to more students.
He also talked about the history and role of SMIU played in the academic revolution in the region. He lauded academic services of Sindh Madressah rendering during the last 130 years. Officiating Dean of Faculty of Education Department Dr Anjum Bano Kazmi gave presentation on research work carried out by faculty as well students at SMIU and also mentioned co-curricular activities, organized by SMIU so far. Dr. Amjad Ali, Officiating Chairperson of Department of Education highlighted importance of education in the country and said his department is responsible to impart education that is need of the day.
Dr. Azfar Ali, Officiating Chairperson of Media Studies Department briefed fresh students about media and said we are living in the age of media; hence students should take the subject as a challenging one. "We have also TV studio and FM Radio for practical work of students," he said and added that one can listen SMIU's FM Radio in the city on 96.6 frequency.
Dr. Naila Rozy, Associate Professor Department of computer Science while introducing her department and its faculty briefed the students about the importance of IT in the country as well as in the world. Mr. Abdul Hafeez of IT Administration Unit said presently SMIU has 07 computer labs, one electronic lab and WIFI networking. Dr. Syed Adnan, Officiating Chairperson of Environmental Sciences talked about environment, its importance and job opportunities available for students in different public sector and private organizations. In his presidential address Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University said students of SMI University are true heirs of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who studied in classrooms of SMI for almost four and half year and played on its ground and then bequeathed one third of his property through his last will.
He said Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had loved very much to his Alma Mater as when he had inaugurated Sindh Madressah College in 1943, he had emotionally recalled his old days spent at SMI. "The students who have been succeeded in getting admission at SMIU are fortunate that they are now fellow students of founder of Pakistan, hence they have to follow the food steps of the Quaid in his honesty, leadership qualities and love for his nation," the Vice Chancellor of SMI University said.
Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Controller of Examination, Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro, Officiating Registrar, Mr. Ghulam Ali Surahio, Director Finance, Mr. Mohammad Hashim Zuberi of ORIC, Mr. Mohammad Yousuf, Liberian, Mr. Ameem Khwaja, Deputy Controller Examination and Dr. Nausheen Shah also spoke on the occasion.
September 10, 2014
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that teachers' trainings are essential for enhancement of teaching capabilities, skills and efficiency; hence these must be given priority in universities, and other educational institutions.
He said this while addressing the Certificate Distribution Ceremony on completion of five days HEC Indigenous On - Campus Training. Prominent academics participated in the training as resource persons including Mr. Abuzar Wajidi, Mr. Abbas Hussain, Dr. M. Altaf Mukati, Ms. Nimrah Waseem, Dr Shahid Qureshi, Dr Manzoor Ali Isran, Mr. Fawad Soomro, Dr Kamran Siddiqui, Mr. Faraz Bandukda and others.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said it was the first time when SMI University has issued certificates to anybody after becoming a university. He said these kinds of workshops and trainings will continue, as we want to impart quality education and that objective can be achieved through highly qualified and trained faculty.
"Now it is a responsibility of faculty members who participated in the training to transfer their latest knowledge and skills, learnt from the training to students of SMIU," Vice Chancellor said and added that it was a good effort on the part of Higher Education Commission to sponsor training for faculty of SMI University.
September 4, 2014
The Governor Sindh of Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan has entrusted additional charge of Vice Chancellor Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari, Karachi to Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, in addition to his own duties.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh shall work as Vice Chancellor of Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari, during absence of Vice Chancellor Dr. R.A. Shah, who is proceeding on Ex- Pakistan leave from 4th September 2014 to 10th October 2014. This was notified in a notification issued by the Secretariat of the Governor of Sindh, who is also chancellor of both the Universities. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh assumed the additional charge on Thursday, September 4 2014 and along with his original responsibilities as Vice Chancellor of SMI University, started to perform his additional responsibilities at BBSU, Lyari.
September 1, 2014
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University has said that 129 years of Sindh Madressatul Islam life are years of devoted national service and pride.
Speaking at a 129th Foundation Day Ceremony of Sindh Madressatul Islam Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said those are great men, who dream great for their nations and then materialize them through their efforts and sacrifices.
Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi were among those great persons who changed the destiny of Muslims of Subcontinent by establishing modern educational institutions,†Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said and added that in 1885, when Sindh Madressatul Islam was established, there were only three Muslim matriculates in the entire Sindh, hence Hassanally Effendi decided to establish a modern school, which was first of its kind especially for Muslims.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh maintained that at that time there were schools of Parsis, Hindus, and Christians and there was a grammar school also, where mostly secular education was being imparted, but there was no modern school for Muslim children where moral education of their religion could also be imparted.
He said that it was Hassanally Effendi and his comrades who felt to establish a modern school with religious education. Dr Shaikh further said that it was the time when Sindh Arts College was established by Dayaram Gidumal and his friends. Later its name was changed and it became D.J Sindh College, while the name of Sindh Madressatul Islam remained same till date.
Vice Chancellor of SMI University said this great institution was upgraded to level of college and was inaugurated by its most distinguished old student Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah in a grand ceremony held on June 21, 1943.
Revealing the page of history Dr Shaikh said when Sir Syed Ahmed Khan had visited the site, where development work of Sindh Madressatul Islam was in progress, he had suggested Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi that you should not think only for school, but aim at a school, college to expand into a university. “Later we materialized the dream of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Hassanally Effendi by getting university status for Sindh Madressatul Islam in 2012,†the first vice chancellor of SMI University said.
He said that he had joined Sindh Madressatul Islam in 1994 as its principal and has been here for over 20 years and worked for its betterment and quality education.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that SMI University provides quality education with best academic atmosphere, where no politics and financial and morale corruption is allowed. He said similarly, SMIU Model School is also working excellently.
Talking about future plans Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that a new world class campus of SMIU of world standard would be established in Education City, Malir, which will be completed up to 2025 in three phases. Alike it, a 10 floor tower will be constructed in the vacant space of SMI University’s city campus, as to provide access to a public sector university to people living in odl city area of as well as rest of the province and the country.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh gave congratulations to all faculty members of all sections, students and other employees on the completion of 129 years of Sindh Madressatul Islam’s journey of success and entering in 130th years of its life.
Earlier, Principal of SMIU Model School Nabila Khnawal, Vice Principal Syed Wajid Ali, chairpersons of SMI University Ms. Anjum Bano Kazmi, Dr Syed Asif Ali, Dr Syed Adnan Ahmed, Dr Syed Azfar Ali, senior and Dr Muneer Ahmed and senior teachers of SMIU Model School Mr. Abdul Latif Chachar, Wajid Ali Shah, retired teacher Mr. Rajab Ali Mallah also spoke on the occasion. On this occasion boy and girl students of SMIU Model School presented wonderful and impressing tableaus on national and folk songs.
Karachi August, 25, 2014
Dr. Ishrat- ul-Ebad Khan, Governor of Sindh has constituted a committee with Prof. Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University as chairman and comprising Prof. Dr. Mohammad Aslam Uqaili, Vice Chancellor Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Prof. Dr. Memon Mujeeb-u-ddin Sahrai , Vice Chancellor Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam and Dr. Fazalullah Pechuho, Additional Chief Secretary Education, as member to study, evaluate and recommend uniform rules, allowances and benefits for the officers/ officials of the Public Sector Universities.
The Terms of the Reforms include to examine existing allowances/benefits allowed in all universities of Sindh; to examine the possibility for uniform rules in all universities of Sindh; and to submit its recommendations for uniform rules / allowances and benefits to all officers / officials of all universities in Sindh within one month.
August 16, 2014
A meeting of Syndicate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University held on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at Conference Hall of SMI University. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMI University presided it over.
In the meeting service rules of the university were approved. The minutes of previous 4th Syndicate meeting were approved and decided that these would be placed before forthcoming meeting of the Senate of SMI University for final approval.
The meeting was attended by the members of SMIU's Syndicate Justice (Retired) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, Mr. Justice (Retired) Agha Rafiq Ahmed Khan, Chairman Sindh Public Service Commission, Dr. Syeda Nafisa Shah, MNA, Mr. Ghous Bux Khan Mahar, MNA, Dr. Sikandar Ali Shoro, MPA, Mr. Fayyaz Ali Butt, MPA, Mr. Rahim Bux Channa, Director HEC Representative, Mr. Hafeezullah Abbasey, Additional Secretary Education, Government of Sindh, Dr. Tariq Rahime Soomro, Dean, Faculty of Information, Technology, SMIU, Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Professor SMIU, Dr. Adnan Hassan, Associate Professor, Dr. Syed Azfar Ali, Assistant Professor, Mr. Ameen Ahmed Khuwaja, Lecturer and Mr. Shakeel Ahmed Abro, Acting Registrar, SMIU.
August 14, 2014
A Flag Hoisting Ceremony held at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, an Alma Mater of Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah on the Independence Day, Thursday. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, vice chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University performed the ceremony by hoisting national flag.
Thereafter, in his speech he said that during the last 67 years of the independence, the country has progressed in many areas, which was impossible for Muslims in undivided India. Besides, with creation of Pakistan, Muslim nation preserved their national identity, cultural values and fundamental rights. "Now we are free to perform our religious rituals, celebrate our cultural day and move ahead," he said.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh further said Pakistan had received only one public sector university on the day of Independence, and that was Punjab University, where only 644 students were enrolled, but now 150 universities are working in the country, out which 75 are public sector universities and 75 are private sector universities, where one million students are getting higher education.
He maintained that before Partition of Indo Pak subcontinent there was 75 percent population of Muslims in Sindh, but only 22 percent Muslims were in public sector jobs. Hence, there was a big difference between Muslims and Hindus in almost all areas of life. This is why, Muslims united under one flag of Pakistan under the dynamic leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. He also said that it was the ground of Sindh Madressatul Islam, from where the central leadership of Pakistan like Quaid –e- Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Abdullah Haroon, Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto, Khan Bahadur Mohammad Ayub Khuhro, Ghulam Mohammad Bhurgri and others emerged and they ultimately achieved a separate state for Muslim.
Dr Shaikh said that there is no doubt that the country is facing challenges of law and order situation, terrorism, corruption and other problems, but we have to critically review our performance today - on the Independence day, which is also a day of accountability for us and then must think and work for betterment of the country and its people.
Later on cake cutting ceremony was also held. Senior management, faculty and staff members attended the flag hoisting ceremony. In the end sweets were distributed among the participants.
August 11, 2014
Rotary Club Karachi He organized a lecture on "Higher Education in Pakistan" by Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University at a local hotel on Monday, August 11, 2014.
Proceedings of the program started with recitation from Holy Quran. Then the president of Rotary Club Mr. Saifuddin Bandooqwala, who also happens to be an old student of SMI, presented introduction of Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh.
Afterwards while delivering the lecture on "Higher Education in Pakistan" Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that before creation of Pakistan there was only one Public Sector University in the present day provinces of Pakistan and that was Lahore University. Now there are 150 public sector universities in the country, but generally; the research work is lacking in these all universities. Except a few private sector universities, the rest universities are catering traditional education especially in business administration and IT, but there is no valuable research work is being carried out by faculty and students.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh while mentioning the problems facing specially public sector universities in the country said students politics have negatively affected academic atmosphere of public sector universities. Therefore, to counter the militant wings of political parties, another force like Rangers has been deployed in the campuses.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh further said political interference in selection of faculty is also a main reason of poor performance of public sector universities. "Now autonomous status of public sector universities have been remained no more as main officials of the universities such as vice chancellor, registrar, director finance and controller of examination are being appointed by Sindh Governor on advice of Chief Minister of Sindh," Dr Shaikh said and added that about 34 billion rupees are being given to public sector universities annually, which amount although is less than annual budget of foreign universities, but it is being not utilized properly. He said 6 times less amount is being given to colleges in Sindh as compared to the universities; this is why the performance of colleges is also very poor. "Colleges are most ignored sector of education in our country," he said.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh has said before the Partition of Indo-Pak Subcontinent, the British government of India had given autonomy to public sector universities, but later it was snatched from them by interference of politicians and bureaucracy. Now public sector universities are facing big problem of good governance and fair utilization of funds.
The vice chancellor of SMI University also talked on the history of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and its present day situation."SMI University besides opening Department of Business Administration and Computer Science, three departments of public service as the Department of Education, Environmental Sciences and Media Studies have been opened," Vice Chancellor of SMI University said and added that the private sector universities are concentrating only on two departments as Business Administration and Computer Science, as these universities mostly have been established by businessmen.
Concluding his lecture Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh said the higher education in Pakistan is passing through an evolution phase; hence he is optimist that the future politicians and rulers would realize the importance of the higher education and will improve it according to the world standard. He also suggested that that modern facilities and conducive atmosphere should provide to the students as they could get better education with peace of mind.
A large number of members of the club including Sardar Yaseen Malik attended it.
July 21, 2014
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, who assumed the charge of the Principal of Sindh Madressatul Islam on 21st July 1994 completed 20 years of serving as Head of the Institution on Monday, 21st July 2014. He set new record of the longest serving head of Sindh Madressatul Islam since its establishment in 1885.
Prior to him, the longest serving Head of the Institution was Mr. Thomas Henry Vinces, who served as Principal for 19 years from 1903 to 1922. Mr. Vinces was seconded by Mr. Syed Nasir Hussain who served for 17 years from 1953 to 1970. During the tenure of Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Sindh Madressatul Islam which had been working as a government run school, progressed to College level and finally became a University imparting most modern quality education in the country.
In this respect the Serves of Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) were eulogized in a meeting of senior staff and faculty members of SMIU on completion of 20 years of his academic leadership at this historic of institution of Sindh.
In the meeting which was chaired by Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, the progress and development of Sindh Madressatul Islam made in the last 20 years was reviewed in detail and it was said that during the last two decades of Dr Shaikh's service at SMI he gave a new birth to Sindh Madressatul Islam and got elevated it from school to university level. It was a fact that SMI got university status due to his restless efforts. He also holds a credit of getting university status of another institution- Dawood College of Engineering and Technology, Karachi.
When Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh had joined SMI in July 1994 the institution was in most deplorable condition, but he improved its standard of education and got renovated its century old buildings. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh also added girls secondary section and college classes into it. He provided modern facilities including computer centers, modern library and modern science labs to the students.
On the occasion Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said that he feels proud that he completed 20 years of his service while serving the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Talking about the tasks lying before him now, he said that his priority is to stabilize the institution as its all units start to work independently. Besides, there is long term development plan of the university including Malir Campus of SMIU, which would be completed up to 2025. He also said the contract employees of the university would be regularized soon after passage of serves rules from the SMIU Syndicate.
14 July 2014
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) has said that English and Sindhi translations of veteran scholar and writer Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo's biography complied in Urdu by Mr. Mazhar Jamil, would be published by SMIU Press, making his centenary birthday celebrations, from 12th August 2014 to 12th August 2015.
He said this on Monday, while talking to Mr. Mazharul Haq Siddiqui, former vice chancellor of University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Mr. Saleem Memon, Head of Shah Latif Chair of University of Karachi and Mr. Syed Mazhar Jamil, noted intellectual, who called on him at his office at SMIU in connection with the 100-Year Celebrations of Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo, to be observed from August 13, 2014 to August 13, 2015 in various parts of Sindh.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh informed the delegation that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has already planned to host a reception in honour of great intellectual of Sindh Mr. Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo and to present him "Alumni Excellence Award" as he happens to be an illustrious old student of Sindh Madressatul Islam and had also served there as a teacher in the end of 1930's and 1940's.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, on the invitation of the delegation, informed them that Sindh Madressatul Islam University will also be part of other activities to be planned by Jashane-e-Mohammad Ibrahim Joyo Committee.
June 28, 2014
The meeting of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Syndicate held with Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMI University in chair on Saturday, at its Conference Hall.
It was attended by Justice (retd.) Agha Rafiq Ahmed Khan, Chairman Sindh Public Service Commission, Mr. Justice Nadeem Akhtar, Justice of Sindh High Court, Justice (retd.) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, Dr Syeda Nafisa Shah, MNA, Mr. Ghous Bux Khan Mahar, MNA, Dr. Rahim Bux Channa, former Director General A &A, Higher Education Commission, Mr. Waheed Ahmed, Additional Secretary Education, Sindh Government, Dr. Tariq Rahim Soomro, Dean Faculty of Information Technology, Professors of SMIU Dr. Syed Asif Ali, Dr Syed Azfar Ali and Dr Syed Adnan Hussain, Mr. Ameen Ahmed Khowaja, lecturer and Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Mughal, Controller of Examinations.
The Syndicate gave approval of the Master Plan of Sindh Madressatul Islam University's Malir Campus in Education City. It was decided that new campus would be completed up to 2025 in three phases; each phase would be of three years. The meeting decided that the buildings would be constructed in accordance with the architecture of present historic buildings. It was decided that the final approval of the Master Plan would be taken from the Senate of SMI University.
The services rules were presented in the meeting, about which decision was differed up to next meeting.
The Syndicate of SMIU approved admission policy, fee structure, research policy and code of conduct for students, on recommendations of Academic Council of SMI University. It also gave approval of the appointments made through Selection Board of SMI University. The meeting gave approval for appointment of Dr Syed Asif Ali, as chairman of Department of Computer Science.
The Syndicate of SMIU lauded services of former President of Pakistan Mr. Asif Ali Zardari for giving university status to this historic institution and then supporting the SMIU continuously and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah for giving 100 acres of land of SMIU in Education City free of cost. The members also lauded Mr. Anwar Mansoor Khan and Justice (retd.) Shahid Anwar Bajwa for rendering legal services for SMIU on honorary basis.
June 26, 2014
Syed Sharifuddin Pirzada, a close associate of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and senior lawyer of the Supreme Court of Pakistan has said that there were two parts of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's last Will. One of which was about share of his property given to his family members which was later challenged by his daughter Ms Dina in a court of law, while the other related to bequeath to three educational institutions, Aligarh Muslim University, Islamia College Peshawar and Sindh Madressah of which was not challenged by her.
He said this while addressing the faculty and staff of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Thursday at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium. He said the record available at Sindh Madressatul Islam about Quaid-e-Azam's birthday was placed before a court of law, where Quaid-e-Azam's date of birth had been challenged after his return from England after completion of his law education at Lincoln's Inn more than a century ago.
Mr. Pirzada said Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah was a great leader who had charisma of Churchill and dignity of Nelson Mandela. Besides it, he was a great lawyer of the subcontinent. Sharing his memoirs with the audience the noted lawyer said he had taught at Sindh Madressah as a Professor of Law in 1947-8, when Hassan Ali Abdur Rehman served as principal and Mr. A.K. Brohi also taught there.
He said that he was very happy and proud to be at Sindh Madressatul Islam University, which has been a seat of learning for more than a century. He said he felt more proud on the singular honor bestowed upon him to address the faculty of such a historic institution where founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah studied. He said that Sindh Madressatul Islam had come into being with the efforts of Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Justice Amir Ali Syed, whom he paid tribute for their efforts aimed at reformation.
Mr. Anwar Mansoor Khan, former Attorney General of Pakistan and a senior lawyer of Supreme Court of Pakistan said although he studied at Karachi Grammar School, but used to come to Sindh Madressah to participate in sports. "At that time also Sindh Madressah was a complete institution, where students of different communities and classes were studying together," he said and added that such diversity was missing in his school.
Mr. Anwar Mansoor Khan further said that now Sindh Madressah had has been moving very fast towards progress and was coming out as a remarkable seat of higher learning in public sector under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh. He said Dr Shaikh was trying to convert SMI University into an institution like Cambridge University and Oxford University, a task in which he would have our all out support.
Earlier Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh in his welcome address said he personally felt honored at the presence of Mr. Sharifuddin Pirzada and Mr. Anwer Mansoor Khan, both of whom he held in high esteem. He said Mr. Sharifuddin Pirzada had a long association with Sindh Madressah as its Professor in 1947, when a section relating to study of law was added to the institution and Syed Sharifuddin Pirzada used to come here to teach law to the students. He said he was also pleased at the presence of Mr. Anwar Mansoor Khan at SMIU, whom he knew for a long period and respected him on account of his being a man of principles.
Both the guests visited Jinnah Museum of SMIU and showed interest in the relics associated with Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and other old students of SMI, which are at display in the museum.
Earlier, Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh gave presentation to the guests on the past, present and future plans of SMI University at Conference Room of the University.
June 23, 2014
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has received FM Radio license with frequency of 96.6 from Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority. Mr. Mohammad Pervaiz Rathore, acting chairman of PEMRA handed over the license to Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMI University in Islamabad on other day.
The Radio will be part of the Media Studies Department of SMIU and would train students as well working journalists in the skills related to broadcast journalism in addition to work for promotion of education in the country.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh while expressing his thanks to chairman PEMRA Mr. Mohammad Pervaiz Rathore for giving FM Radio License to the Alma Mater of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah has said that the test transmission of the radio will start from the holy month of Ramdhan Mubarak, while regular transmissions will start from 14th August 2014, the Independence Day of Pakistan.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said SMI University's FM Radio will work for promotion of education in the country with spirit of patriotism. It will broadcast academic activities of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Education Departments of the provincial governments, different universities, colleges and other educational institutions.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh further said profiles and interviews of prominent scholars, academicians, philosophers, poets and other related persons of the country will be broadcasted.
He said the vision of the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah also will be strengthened through SMI University Radio on top priority basis.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh said on the culture side, the SMI University's FM Radio will broadcast lyrics of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Baba Bulleh Shah, Baba Farid, Allama Mohammad Iqbal, Asadullah Galib, Faiz Ahmed Faiz and others and set new trends in the field of broadcasting.
The chairman of PEMRA while congratulating the vice chancellor of SMI University Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh for receiving FM Radio License said he hoped that SMI University's FM Radio will play such role in promotion of education in the country as Sindh Madressatul Islam has played since its inception. Additionally, he hoped that SMI University FM Radio will also set an example for other universities for quality broadcast.
It would be worth mentioning here that Sindh Madressatul Islam University has already set up a most modern radio studio in its main campus, where highly qualified and experience personnel have been recruited.
June 10, 2014
Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah, Secretary to Sindh Chief Minister on Boards and Universities has said that it is our duty to support and develop Sindh Madressatul Islam University with the objective of quality learning, because it is the oldest Muslim educational institution of our country. He said this during his visit to Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Tuesday. "The government of Sindh is fully committed to play its role in development of this historic institution," he pledged.
Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah further said that it is indeed privilege for him to visit historic institution, which has attained the status of University. "Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh has made great efforts to establish SMI University," he said and added that Dr Shaikh is putting his all efforts to develop it as a modern and quality learning institution.
Earlier Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University gave a presentation on Sindh Madressatul Islam University's evolution from school (in 1885) to college (in 1943) and to the level of university (in 2012).
Dr. Shaikh in his presentation focused on the present day facilities available at the university for imparting quality education and also on the future plans including Malir Campus of SMIU. The vice chancellor informed the secretary to CM that SMI University is planning to carry out construction work of Malir Campus on its 100 acres plot soon. "We intend to establish a world class campus in the Education City, where modern education would be imparted to national and international students," he said.
Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah also visited the Jinnah Museum and other historic sections of the university. In the museum he inspected the old academic record regarding to Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah as well as his alma maters Church Mission School, Karachi and Lincoln's Inn, London.
June 6, 2014
Sindh Madressatul Islam University has decided to build a world class campus at its 100- acres of plot in the Education City, Malir, Karachi. It was decided in a meeting of Finance and Planning Committee of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) held on Friday at its Conference Room with Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMIU in chair.
The meeting observed that Sindh Madressatul Islam University being a modern university should have its Malir Campus of international standard, where besides the students of the country, the international students will also be imparted quality education.
In the meeting the members discussed on the Master Plan of Malir Campus of Sindh Madressatul Islam University, prepared by two leading architect and town planning firms, who were shortlisted among the 11 firms who had applied to prepare the Master Plan, through advertisement placed by SMIU in the national newspapers of the country on February 25, 2014.
The representatives of the two shortlisted firms gave presentation before the joint meeting of the Finance and Planning Committee of SMIU. It was decided that after approval of the Master Plan by the Finance and Planning Committee headed by Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh on the recommendation of the Technical Committee of SMIU headed by Mr. Noman, Chairman Department of Architecture and Urban Planning, NED University, PC-1 shall be prepared for Phase - 1 of the development scheme amid at construction of SMIU Malir Campus, and submitted to the Government of Sindh and HEC for funding. "The construction of Malir Campus will be completed in three phases," informed the Vice Chancellor.
SMIU has already constructed boundary wall, four watch towers and a camp office, while a work of greenery is in progress at the site.
Besides Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, the meeting was attended by Justice (Retd) Syed Deedar Hussain Shah, member of the committee, Mr. Abdul Hafeez Mahesar, Additional Secretary (B&E), Finance Department of Government of Sindh, Mr. Samar Sibtain, Assistant Director (Finance), Higher Education Commission, Dr Tariq Rahim Soomro, Dean Faculty of Information Technology, SMIU, Dr Rukhsar Ahmed, Dean Faculty of Management, Business Administration and Commerce and Mr. Ghulam Ali Surahio, Director Finance of SMIU.
May 23, 2014
Mr. Mohammad Siddique Memon, Chairman of Pakistan National Shipping Corporation has said that in today's most competitive and challenging world the younger generation of the country must be imparted market oriented education. Speaking at Sindh Madressatul Islam University on Friday during his visit to the university Mr. Memon said SMI University fully understands needs of the hour that is why, it has established TV and Radio studios and modern computer labs that surely will help students especially the students of Media Studies, to get practical experience over here.
While visiting Jinnah Museum, Television and Radio Studios, Computer Section and other departments of the university Mr. Memon said Sindh Madressatul Islam has grown over times, where many new additions had made it a marvelous institution of the country. He said the greatness of the SMI University is its association with Founder of Pakistan - Quaid –e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who studied over here.
Appreciating the establishment of Jinnah Museum at SMI University he said it is pleasant to see the relics of great personalities preserved over here, but he hoped that it should expand, where more relics belonging to its alumni should be added.
Mr. Mohammad Siddique Memon also appreciated the efforts of Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh for converting SMI into a modern university.
Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMI University said SMI University has emerged as one of the modern universities of the country, where students are being trained to equip themselves for future challenges.
He said SMIU has established modern TV and Radio studios to provide practical knowledge to the students, as after passing out from SMIU they could easily serve the nation. "Presently a number of students of SMIU are also working in electronic and print media in the evening," he said.
Lauding the services of Mr. Mohammad Siddique Memon especially for up gradation of SMI to the university level Dr Shaikh said it was Mr. Memon, who being the secretary of Sindh Education Department at that time played a role in getting university status for SMI. Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh also said that the SMI University has established an archives section of the historic institution, where almost all record of SMI will be preserved.
May 12, 2014
Ms. Rita Akhtar, Executive Director, United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) visited Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) on Monday, May 12 2014. During her visit, she while addressing the students and faculty of SMI University at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium of the university briefed the students about the Fulbright scholarships available for Pakistani students to pursue their higher education in the United States and encouraged them to compete for it. Ms. Akhtar said that Fulbright grants are awarded through an open and merit based competition and not on need basis.
Ms. Rita Akhtar said that in Fall 2014, 160 Fulbright grantees, from 39 different universities in Pakistan, will be departing to study in the U.S.A. Similar number will be selected for 2015. She said that the USEFP is working to try to increase the number of students applying from public universities and under-served areas.
She informed the students that since 2005, 1,255 Pakistanis have received Fulbright Awards for graduate degrees, of which 40 percent have been women. Ms. Rita Akhtar said since inception of the USEFP in 1950, nearly 5,000 Pakistanis and more than 900 Americans have participated in the USEFP -administered exchange programs.
"In addition to the Fulbright program, the USEFP administers a number of scholarship programs for undergraduates, teachers, journalists, and other professionals," Ms Akhtar said. She also thanked Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh for providing her opportunity to address the students and faculty members of SMI University.
Earlier, Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMI University, who is also a Fulbright Scholar and a member of the Board of Directors of the USEFP, in his address said that there were a lot educational opportunities at USA for students of all provinces of Pakistan, but unfortunately a lesser number of students from Sindh succeeded in getting Fulbright grant and other scholarships due to lack of knowledge and not clearing GRE.
Dr Shaikh said that the talented students of Sindh should avail educational opportunities available at USA, that will ultimately benefit Pakistan.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh announced to open the GRE Preparation Center at SMI University specially for the students of public sector universities to enable them to avail the USA scholarships.
During her visit; she along with Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh visited the Jinnah Museum and showed keen interest in the relics of founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and Khan Bahadur Hassanally Effendi, Founder of SMI.
On this occasion she discussed with Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh about different perspectives of the Fulbright scholarships and other educational opportunities available in USA, for students of Sindh at the Conference Hall of SMI University, where Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh also gave a presentation on modern Muslim education in subcontinent and the role of Sindh Madressatul Islam in it.
April 12, 2014
Sindh Madressatul Islam University awarded "Alumni Excellence Award" to Mr. Salman Farooqui, an old student of S.M. College, erstwhile part of Sindh Madressatul Islam management board and present Ombudsman of Pakistan on Friday evening in a ceremony at SMIU's Main Building courtyard.
Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, Pro Chancellor of SMI University and Sindh Education Minister and Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor SMI University presented him the award. On this occasion Mr. Salman Farooqui, in his speech recalled his days of student life spent at SM College and other colleges in Karachi city, as well as his participation in students union and debates held on Pakistan and Indo- Pak level. He also paid great tribute to his teachers. He said a mother and a teacher play major role in development and mental growth of a child. Citing an example from his life experience he said that once had asked a question from his colleagues in Civil Service that who was behind in success of their lives? About 80 percent said that their mothers were behind their success and 60 percent said that their teachers were behind their success."My father, who once had remained Sindh's education minister for a short period, had once said that 'a teacher should be such adorned with a quality that a student shouldn't differentiate in a role of father and a teacher,'" he said.
He said his teacher Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah was a great teacher. "When I was studying at SM College, where Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah was serving as Principal, he was involving students in competitions and other co-curricular activities held on Pakistan level and India-Pakistan level," Mr. Farooqui said. He appreciated services rendered by Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh for Sindh Madressatul Islam University. "The services Dr Shaikh has rendered for SMI are matchless," the federal ombudsman remarked. Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, Pro Chancellor of Sindh Madressatul Islam University and Sindh Education Minister said that Sindh Madressatul Islam is a historic institution of subcontinent that produced pioneers of Pakistan. He said that due to the struggle of Sindh Madressah's distinguished old students Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Abdullah Haroon, Mohammad Ayub Khuhro and others, we are living in our own country as independent citizens.
He said these were the leaders of Sindh, who before creation of Pakistan in 1947, had gotten Sindh separated from Bombay Presidency in 1936, that was the cornerstone for creation of Pakistan. He also appreciated the effort of presenting glorious tribute to SMI's old students. He also lauded services of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan who founded Aligarh College for Muslims, which became a source of inspiration for Hassanally Effendi to established SMI. Mr. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, while talking on the services of Mr. Salman Farooqui rendered for the country said that he is a man of substance. "Mr. Salam Farooqui was the person who was behind so many development projects in Karachi and added that SMI University did a great job by giving him an "Alumni Excellence Award," which is like a "Life Achievement Award" for him. He also lauded services of SMI University's Vice Chancellor Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh for converting SMI into a modern educational institution. Earlier Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh in his welcome address said that Mr. Salman Farooqui had many qualities of head and heart. One of them is that he develops an idea and the other is that he implements them. "Mr. Salam Farooqui had also played a major role in up gradation of SMI to the university level," the Vice Chancellor of SMI University said. Mr. Shoaib Siddiqui, Commissioner Karachi and Mr. Tariq Rahim Soomro, Dean of IT Department of SMI University also spoke. Dr Hamida Khuhro and other dignitaries attended the ceremony.
March 24, 2014
Opposition Leader in National Assembly of Pakistan, Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah on Monday, March 24, 2014 underlined the need of more research on Indus Valley and transferring the knowledge to the people.
"There are several aspects of history of Indus Valley, which are yet to be explored," he said adding that ambiguity still exists about Rani Kot located in Khirthar Mountain range as to who built it. Similarly history of Kotdiji too needs to be researched, he said in his presidential address at inaugural ceremony of Second International Conference on 'Sindh through the Centuries' organized by Sindh Madressatul Islam University at Marriott hotel.
He also drew attention of historians to the distortion of Sindh history and cited example of birthplace of Father of Nation Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah who was born at Jhirrak town of Thatta district but the textbooks of present day contain lessons that he was born in Karachi. "We must get rid of complex and proudly tell the world real facts about it." He said Sindh is proud having given birth to great leaders of international repute like Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Benazir Bhutto.
Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah said Sindh is land of Sufis and the people of this land embraced Islam only because of their influence and not through the sword. He however said the immigrants who used to came here in different periods of history prevailed over Sindhis. Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah called for protecting the Sindhi language and added that he was addressing the seminar in Sindhi language as it was about history of Sindh. He lamented that 70 percent people of Sindh were still illiterate, as children use to study at such schools where the teachers remain absent.
Opposition leader proudly said Sindh was intact while Kashmir is divided in Pakistan and India, Gilgit-Baltistan is part of Pakistan, Iran and India. Similarly, he added, the Punjab is also divided into two parts, one in India and other in Pakistan while Balochistan is divided between Pakistan and Iran.
Leader of Opposition in Senate Senator Aitzaz Ahsan speaking as chief guest said Sindh of today is a society of migrants as most of the people from Syeds of Saudi Arabia to Urdu speaking from India came and settled here. It is the land of the Sindh that embarraced everyone of them. "Sindh is distinct in its exclusiveness, as it embraced all the immigrants." Mr. Aitzaz Ahsan told his frequent visits to Mohen Jo Daro since early seventies and said he was impressed by the civic system of ancient city. "We can see the present cities like Lahore, Faisalabad and other cities which have turned into heaps of garbage. Briefly tracing the history of kings and kingdoms, Mr Aitzaz Ahsan said according his findings there were no kings in that period of history and only the priests used to govern. "I wrote a chapter in my book titled 'Priests of Mohenjo Daro.'" He called for more and more research on Indus Valley history.
In her keynote address renowned historian Dr. Hamida Khuhro also called for more research saying 'we have not been able to identify many urban settlements and cities mentioned by historians and travelers. She gave example of Ibn Battuta who mentions the city of Janani which he describes as large fine city on the banks of Indus River with splendid markets. "Also not much work has been done on the social and economic history of the entire period from pre-Muslim times to the colonial period and this is in an unlimited field for research. No serious student of Sindh and researcher will be short of subjects. This vast field of study also includes the much neglected subject of Sindh anthropology," she said.
Dr. Hamida Khuhro said this region is home to a large number of marginalized communities that are very important to the economy of Sindh through the ages and performed skilled tasks. "For instance the Oads who expertise in mud construction that can well compete the cement and concrete. Mohanas or Mirbahars who plied the Indus in boats are oldest of our communities but are referred as Punjabis in upper Sindh. May be some study can explain why or how?" She said Sindh is suffering from downside of globalization-environmental degradation from pollution, destruction of local habitats, excessive flooding from global warming, salinity and degradation of fertile land and so on. She also referred to floods of 2010 and 2011 that hit the economy of Sindh due to destruction of crops, houses etc. She said 'We need to have more research to show how to prevent environmental degradation." "Many inexpert attempts at preservation have had disastrous effects on the irreplaceable monuments and there is need not only of awareness but of expertise and dedication in the work of restoration", she said. For instance, she added, use of substandard materials for the new tile work that are being used to replace the old, are destroying the beauty and durability of the historic buildings as indeed is the use of concrete instead of age old mixtures of lime plasters the recipes for which can even now be found among the old practitioners of the art.
Earlier, Vice Chancellor of the SMI University, Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh welcomed the foreign delegates and participants. He informed the participants how he and Dr. Hamida Khuhro worked on idea of organizing second international conference on history of Sindh after a gap of 39 years. He said that first such conference was held in March 1975 under the patronage of former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. According to him it was first opportunity that a large number of scholars from different countries had come to talk on Sindh. The conference was held at auditorium of the Habib Bank Plaza and continued for six days.
Talking about theme of the conference he said that Sindh has been cradle of civilization from times immemorial. Its geography helped it develop a peculiar culture. Located between two great ancient civilizations, the South Asian and the Middle Eastern, Sindh enjoyed a degree of islolation throughout its history due to physical barriers on its three sides, a vast desert in the east, an ocean in the south and mountain in ranges in the west. Only in the north it is connected with plains of the Punjab through a bottleneck of the Indus, he added. He said that the Sindh has been destination of several migrations in the history of mankind, mainly due to upheavals taking place beyond its borders. All these factors have afforded Sindh to chart a peculiar course of history and to develop its distinct culture. This seminar focuses on history, culture, language, archeology, anthropology, cusine, arts and crafts of the Sindh.
In the last the speakers were given shields by Dr Muhammmad Ali Shaikh and other guests.
Mir Hazar Khan Bijarani, the Sindh Minister for Works and Communication, has urged upon the civil society to follow the path of brotherhood, religious harmony and tolerance preached by Sindh through ancient days for restoring peace and tranquility in the country as well as region. "Religious harmony and tolerance are social assets and identity of Sindh. We should strictly hold it to defeat terrorism and bring peace in our society", he said in his presidential address at first technical session titled 'Sindh: The Cradle of Civilization' at second international conference on 'Sindh through the Centuries.' He said that the Sindh had been a country and not a province in the history having its own identity and prominent culture. Traditionally, he added, Sindhi people were peaceful in the region, but also the warriors at the same time. He hoped that research papers being read at the seminar will be preserved in shape of books, saying that knowledge about history plays vital role in development of nations.
Earlier, US scholar, Jonathan Mark Kenoyer has said that Indus technologies such as metallurgy, ceramics, ornaments, textiles and writing provided a unique window into the socio-economic, ideological and political organization of the early Indus cities during the Harappa Phase of the Indus Tradition.
Kenoyer, who is Professor at Department of Anthropology, University of Wisconsin, Madison said that study of seals and artifacts from the major sites of Harappa and Mohenjodaro, and Lakhanjodaro, Pakistan and Dholavira and other sites in Gujarat, India provide a new understanding of the complex nature of internal trade between the major regions of Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan and Gujarat. He also highlighted new research on sourcing of materials and tracing the movement of raw materials and finished goods within the Indus civilization.
He also looked at major discoveries in adjacent regions that show the extent of trade in goods produced within the Indus Valley and the possible movement of Indus traders and craftsmen to adjacent regions. The areas with the most concrete evidence for Indus trade include Oman and the Gulf, Greater Mesopotamia (Iraq and Iran) and Central Asia. The paper also emphasized the important links between the Indus Tradition and historical period cultures that continue to inhabit the same regions, with a special emphasis on Sindh.
In his research paper, "Between the River and the Desert: The significance of Sindh over millions years of incredible human history, Atsushi Noguchi, researcher at Archeological Investigation Unit, of Meiji University, Tokyo, Japan, said Sindh was the cradle of the Indus civilization in prehistoric times as well as the melting pot of various cultures and ethnic groups. "Sindh keeps its unique position through more than 1.5 million years of incredible human history. Handaxes and cleavers, the oldest form of stone tools, found in the Rohri Hills could be clues of Afro-Asian connection 1.5 million years ago. This shows us the route of the earliest migration of hominids out of Africa into Eurasia", he stated.
Noguchi said another stone tool component from Veesar Valley in the Thar Desert, where our Pakistan-Japan Archaeological Mission is now running a joint research project, has big potential in revealing the history of encounter with and replacement of Archaic Homo by Homo sapiens.
According to him after the Pleistocene Ice Age human beings developed three different types of subsistence economy. In the Thar Desert, new micro-blade technology appeared around the saline Duhbi Lakes at the western fringe of the desert. He maintained that in n Middle Eastern cases, hunter-gatherers with micro-blade technology intensified interaction with herds, learnt controlling and maintaining them, and finally achieved to be the first herders. This probably happened in the Thar Desert in same way.
He said that according to the recent studies, the origin of human adaptation to coastal environment probably appeared in South Africa 100,000 to 70,000 years ago and spread to the Mediterranean region during the Middle to Upper Paleolithic Age. Thus there is the possibility of discovering older evidence of coastal adaptation along the coast of Makran to Karachi In his research paper on 'Indus Valley Heritage Dholavira', Dr. Jetho Lalwani, a retired professor from India said that in the third decade of 20th century, while digging of Mohenjo daro, the discovery of ancient and cultivated civilization of Sindhu Valley motivated the scholars to write a new history of human civilization of the world. The major sites discovered so far are Harappa, Mohenjo daro, Ganeriwala, Rakhigarhi, Kalibangan, Rupnagar, Lothal and Dholavira..
After partition the places where digging has been done are Gujrart's Lothal and Dholvira which are of great importance. During this digging it was found that the towns had been populated in the rectangle are of nearly 48 hectares divided into three parts, this town is the best example of structure. In this town in addition to Rajmahal, the houses too were constructed with planning. Like in Mohenjo Daro high ways, streets, magnificent houses, pakka wells, ponds and drainage facilities in each house etc are seen. Dr. Nilofer Shaikh, former Vice Chancellor, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur presented her paper 'Sindh: The Millenniums Unraveled'. Her paper focused on unveiling of the earliest levels of prehistory in the above region followed by the settled village cultures, the magnificent Indus Civilization and it's fading away in the early 2nd millennium BCE. According to her the millennium that followed evanesce of the Indus civilization, is still shrouded in mystery.
Mr. Mohammad Rafique Mughal, Professor at Department of Archeology at Boston University, Massachusetts, USA, presented an overview on 'Archaeological Heritage of Sindh from Prehistory to the Islamic times'. He highlighted significant aspects of archaeology of Sindh as revealed through excavations and intensive surveys especially in the post-colonial period since 1947.
Advisor to Sindh Chief Minister for Culture and Tourism Ms. Sharmila Farooqi has said that nations who do not care of their cultural heritage get lost their identity. Protecting the cultural heritage is a great challenge on account of availability and utilization of funds and the government was trying to meet this challenge, she added. She expressed these views while delivering presidential address at second technical session 'Archeological Heritage of Sindh' at first day of the second international conference on 'Sindh through the Centuries.' She said that the Federal government had transferred control of 129 cultural and archeological sites to Sindh in 2011 under devolution of federal subjects. According to her preservation and protection of these sites was a bit challenge for the provincial government especially for want of funds and their utilization. Despite difficulties her department took the job and is trying to do it well, she said adding that people of Sindh are proud of their cultural heritage because it is their identity. "Our identity is our rich cultural heritage and history and not the terrorism and extremism", she added.
Earlier Toshiki Osada, Professor Emeritus of the Research Institute for Humanity and Nature, Kyoto, Japan presented his paper. He was head of the team of researchers that painted the fresh image of the Indus civilization through five years of research, known as the Indus Project. "Different regional communities created a loose network through trade", Osada and his team members concluded in their research. He said that two of the more well-known ruins of the Indus civilization are Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, both in Pakistan. Currently, most researchers focus on the ruins of five major urban centers: the two famous sites; Pakistan's Ganeriwala, which is in a desert; India's Dholavira, which is on an island in a marsh; and Rakhigarhi, also in India.
The common view is that the desert sites used to have rivers other than the Indus flowing nearby. Researchers, led by Hideaki Maemoku, a physical geography expert and professor at Japan's Hosei University, examined the area around the desert ruins with a dating method based on mineral crystals. The conclusion is that the cities were built on these dunes only after the river was long gone. Japanese scholar said that at Dholavira, artifacts have been found that suggest thriving maritime trade. The most likely candidates for this trade are the ancient societies in Mesopotamia, which could have been reached via the Arabian Sea. He stated that the Indus Project used computers to plot changes to the coastline over the centuries to figure out where ancient shorelines would have been. Geological features were also studied and changes in terrain were estimated. "All of this found that sea levels were around 2 meters higher and the coastline was much deeper inland. This suggests that many of the ruins in the area were along the ancient shoreline and that this part of the Indus civilization was dependent on the ocean", he opined.
According to him the research has also tried to find out when and why the Indus civilization declined. "When changes in the distribution of ruins are traced using what is called a geographic information system, ruins start to concentrate in northern India at the decline of the civilization", he said, adding that Indus script has yet to be deciphered, which means there is much more to learn. Presenting her paper during the session on recent excavations in Banbhore Dr. Asma Ibrahim, Director, State Bank of Pakistan Museum & Art Gallery Department, said that the site was surveyed completely in 2011; kite-pictures were taken aimed at mapping the site intra moenia, surrounding quarters was carried out.
The next season 2012-13 comprised of excavations and further documentation, results were very interesting and raised many questions, the third season of excavations was 2013-14, Jan –Feb , the results of which are in its preliminary stages but the discoveries are amazing.
Professor Dr. Ghulam Mohiudin Veesar, Department of Archaeology, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur presented his paper on 'Mesolithic sites in Thar Desert and its implications for human dispersal in Sindh'. He said that the evidence of early, middle and late/upper Paleolithic sites in this region shows that the favorable echo system, raw material and exploitation of natural resources were available for the people of stone-age followed by the prehistoric and post historic settlements that have been systematically documented.
Mr. Zulfiqar Ali Kalhoro, a Research Anthropologist at Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), Islamabad, presented his paper on 'Stupa Images in the Rock art of Sindh'. His paper discusses the Buddhist traditions that are found in the rock art of Sindh.
Ms. Tasleem Alam Abro, who is serving as lecturer at Department of Archaeology, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur presented her paper on Surface analysis of newly discovered sites in Larkana District'.
March 25, 2014
Renowned German scholar, architect, archeologist, conservationist Prof. of Urban History Mr Micheal Jansen said on Tuesday that the provincial government has approved a project for more research and excavation of Mohen Jo Daro and drilling at different places would soon start to ascertain the depth of remains of ancient city.
In his presentation at technical session III-A held on 'Ancient Art & Architecture of Sindh' he said the archeological site of Mohen Jo Daro is spread over one and half a kilometer but UNESCO is interested in depth of ancient remains.
German scholar was of the view that Indus river course poses threat to Mohen Jo Daro and added that before the banks of Indus River were raised during British rule here in 1870, the river water used to inundate the area eroding the remains.
He did not agree to general perception that the Stupa of Mohen Jo Daro belonged to Buddhist era. "The Buddhist Stupas are generally found far away from the urban areas while the Stupa at Mohen Jo Daro is located in urban area of the ancient city. However, it needs further research," he said.
A study jointly conducted by a South Korean and a Pakistani scholar says there is an illustration of possible linkage between human factor of Manhattan gridiron system (City Plan) and the anthropology of Indus Valley Civilization (Mohen Jo Daro).
Presenting the paper on comparative study on gridiron planning from America to Indus Valley Civilization and pre-Amri period Mehargarh, Balochistan, at the technical session on 'Ancient Art & Architecture of Sindh' on second day of international seminar 'Sindh through the Centuries' at a local hotel on Tuesday, the scholars said archeologists and historians had been requesting the urban planners to systematically design the gridiron due to its after effects in the history. The gridiron once embedded in urban mass is difficult to revise for further change.
The paper, which intended to identify the trends over the time for anthropological living settlement patterns and chronology of compact city plan, says that gridiron pattern is fixing lines and urban frame, a water front line and fixing geometry for defining urban segments. Scholars quoted Stanislawski as saying in 1946 that the origin of the grid (type of city plan in which streets run at right angles to each other forming a grid) was Mohen Jo Daro. He had analyzed that the grid emerged from the tradition of Indus Valley.
The paper was co-authored by Dr. Jae Seung Park, Professor at the School of Architecture, Hanyang University, Seoul, South Korea and Javeria Manzoor Shaikh, PhD candidate in Healthcare Architecture at same University.
Dr. Kaleemullah Lashari, co-director, Center for Archeological & Environmental Research, in his paper on Makli, which is dubbed as largest necropolis of Islamic world and world's epigraphic wonder, reproached that the site, protected a century ago under preservation laws and subsequently declared as the world heritage under UNESCO conventions, has unfortunately suffered a colossal neglect as it neither been studied nor maintained. He urged for full documentation and scientific conservation strategy for Makli.
According to his study, most of the inscribed graves are neither dated nor give information regarding the person buried at Makli. It has created the problem in understanding the spatial growth of the graveyard. It however is well compensated with structural classification of the Cenotaphs showing perceptible evolution in the design, he concluded.
Dr. Mastoor Fatima Bukhari, Director, Archeology & Anthropology, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur presented her paper on early historic period pottery, its history, earliest evidences, typology, designs/decoration, colors and motifs. She said that pottery provides most important information about the technologies and stylistic development of the past. The pottery has played a vital role in archeology and served as a document of important themes in human life and also a source of inspiration in the history of arts and crafts. She spoke about stamped pottery with different patterns and directly stamped on clay.
Another important paper "Tale of dying craft and identity: the saga of the Silawat Community" presented by Varda Nisar, who studied Architecture at University of and currently is freelance editor of online magazine, highlighted the role of Silawat community in architecture of Karachi. "The Silawat, which means 'Stone Masons', had been the force behind buildings like KMC Building, Merewether Tower, Mohatta Palace etc, but the impact of modernization has been such that their craft, a major source of their identity, would soon diminish, remaining as only a footnote in our history," she said.
The former Project Architect and Researcher of Karachi Heritage Building Resurvey Project, NED University, Tania Ali Soomro readout paper on conservation practices used in Karachi for protection of architectural heritage.
Renowned urban planner Arif Hassan Khan presided over the session.
The critics of Sindhi short stories believe that the first original Sindhi story was 'Hur Mukhi Ja' (Hurs of Mukhi Lake of Sanghar) written by Lal Chand Amardinomal Jaghtiani in 1914. Thus the first Sindhi short story has completed its century in 2014, renowned Sindhi short story writer and former director, Institute of Sindhology, Jamshoro, Shoukat Hussain Shoro stated.
Presenting his paper 'One hundred years of Sindhi Short Story' at technical session on 'Sindhi Language' at second day of international seminar 'Sindh through the Centuries,' he discussed different periods, movements and trends of Sindhi short story during last one hundred years.
Referring to British efforts for standardization of Sindhi language, he said it was beginning of golden era in Sindhi literature, which provided impetus to Sindhi writers for writing and publishing Sindhi books related to various streams of literature. "Initially, short stories were translated into Sindhi from English and other languages. Afterwards, the Sindhi writers started writing original short stories depicting Sindhi society," he added.
Eminent poet Mr. Ayaz Gul, who is head, Department of Sindhi language, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, presented paper with overview of Sindhi Ghazal after the partition. According to him, Sindhi Ghazal writing started during Kalhora rule in Sindh and developed to present form passing through the centuries. He highlighted the role of Sindhi poetry in raising the social issues of society including the human rights. The paper covered evolution of Sindhi Ghazal in Sindh and India in pre-and post-partition era.
Mr. Tufail Chandio, Lecturer in English, University of Sindh, Laar Campus, Badin, in his paper 'Social dynamics of Sindh and the poignant impact of Sindhi proverbs developing massive mindset among natives', analyzed the social fabrics of Sindhi society and impact of Sindhi proverbs or sayings, which inculcate a negative mindset leading to passivism and inaction, hence all the doors to activism, progress and development stay shut upon the natives.
Mr. Chandio referred several studies conducted on why eastern societies are less inclined to progress, social change and development as compared to the western ones.
Mr. Taj Joyo, a renowned poet and secretary, Sindhi Language Authority, presented paper on academic and literary services of Mr. G. M. Syed. He said, Saeen G. M. Syed, who is author of several books, was the person behind establishment of Sindhi Adabi Board.
Dr. Rafique Ahmed Mangrio, professor at Government Muslim College, Hyderabad and author of 25 research papers, spoke on advent of Islam in Sindh, history and geographical boundaries of Sindh before Islam etc.
Intellectual, writer, former government officer MPA Madam Mahtab Akber Rashdi in her presidential remarks said papers presented by Dr. Rafique Mangrio and Mr. Mohammad Tufail Chandio raised several questions that need to be discussed thoroughly.
Noted poet Mr. Imdad Hussaini speaking as the chief guest traced the history of verbal and written poetry. According to him the common man used to speak correct words but unfortunately the poets were making mistakes in usage of words.
Mr. Imdad Hussaini also recited his latest poem and received applause by the audience.
Later, Madam Mahtab Akber Rashdi and Vice Chancellor of SMI University Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh gave away shields to the scholars.
The Mongol conquests and migrations in Sindh and other Indus borderlands in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries were not only responsible for the destruction of sedentary agriculture and village life in many areas but equally led to demise or weakening of existing patterns of culture and religion.
"The destruction of culture, religion and social cohesion over two centuries of Mongol conquests and tribal migrations, in combination with pervasive nomad-ization and raiding paved the way for subsequent conversion to Islam and formation of new pir-and-shrine-centered forms of religious organization. The latter were instrumental in religious conversion as much as the restoration of a war-damaged society, the arbitration of land rights among settled and nomadic populations and community building," said Dr. Andre Wink, Professor of History, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA, in his paper presented at technical session on 'History of Sindh-I.'
Dr. Mathew A. Cook, another American scholar, who is Assistant Professor of Post-Colonial & South Asian Studies at North Carolina Central University, in his paper titled 'The annexation of Sindh and socio-cultural distinctions' said local support for the British in 1843 hinged on internal social relations among Sindh's Hindus and attempts to challenge distinctions of status within this community. "I argue that such local distinctions give important insights into larger processes (for example the establishment of global empires).
His paper looked beyond the imperial great game and economic rationalism in the global expansion of British Empire. He focused on how Hindu merchants supported the British Empire. According to the US scholar, the British Empire provided property security and types of institutional stability that indigenous states were incapable of guaranteeing. As a result, the merchants abandoned indigenous states and shifted their support in favor of British sovereignty.
Saaz Aggarwal, an Indian writer, painter and literary critic, who had been continuously documenting aspects of Sindhi Diaspora, presented her paper titled 'Wherever' that focused on mass migration of Sindhi Hindus from Sindh and who settled in different parts of world.' According to her, they migrated to such regions, which were isolated and had a unique culture; therefore they had to learn new languages, and adapted new lifestyles. The paper presented 66-year seamless efforts of Hindus of Sindh and explored possible reasons for their material success, their abandonment of culture and the reasons for which they have remained silent about their loss and trauma.
US scholar Dr. Rita P. Wright's paper on 'Mohen Jo Daro and Harapa: The Indus, its rivers and responses to environment chage' was read by Ms. Nilofar Shaikh.
Humera Naz, lecturer in Department of General History, University of readout her paper titled 'Fateh Namah-i-Sindh alias Chach Namah: The first magnum opus of the history of Sindh' while Dr. Abdullah Aftab Abro presented paper on 'Historical perspective of research on Indus Script'.
Scholar and historian Dr. Hamida Khuhro presided over the session.
Dr. Thomas Darnhardt from Ca' Foscari University of Venice in his paper 'Multi-Cultural Perspective' pointed out the presence of a cross-cultural devotional cult, deeply rooted in the imagination of popular Sindhi culture in which both Hindu and Muslim devotees join in some places in Hyderabad, Thatta and Sukkur provinces of the Sindh.
He analyzed figure and cult of Amarlāl, the 'immortal' saint, also known as Jhulelāl, the 'swinging child', as it is known among Hindus and the parallel cult of Khwāja Khiḍr, the mysterious guide of those endowed with spiritual insight dear to both trans-regional Sufis and local communities.
Mukhtar Ali Durrani, an Associate Professor at the Institute of Chemical Sciences, University of Peshawar presented his paper on 'Tomb of Hamshera (sister) of Jam Fateh Khan at Makli Hill, Thatta, Sindh: History and Architecture'.
He said that the tomb of Hamsheera (sister) of Jam Fateh Khan was constructed in AD 1465. Her name is shrouded in mystery however the only one recognition as an important personality to be known in the historical and epigraphic sources is mentioned as Hamsheera Jam Fateh Khan, who remained the ruler of Sindh from AD 1413 to 1428.
Durrani stated that the tomb under study was constructed during the second half of the 15th century AD. This tomb as a whole reflects the beginning of a new style at Makli Hill necropolis that is the initiation of a perfect three-tier building architecture. In the present work, besides the historical significance and the architectural glory, the epigraphic evidences shall also be discussed at length in order to reach the conclusion.
Dr. Kamal Jamro, Chairman of the Department of Sindhi, Federal Urdu University, Karachi in his paper 'An analysis of research on Sindhi folklore (1970-2013)' said that folk literature is a real picture of the society. "It presents the portrait of any nation's culture, traditions, rituals and rhythms of life. Folk poetry in particular can be thought of as a beautiful flower in a desert, which not only has an aesthetic charm but also an inimitable fragrance", he said. According to him like other enlightened nations, Sindhi folk poetry is also very rich in thought and tune. Sindhi folk poetry has a huge impact on Sindhi society.
Mr. Zulfiqar Ali Qureshi, Assistant Professor, Department of Communication and Media Studies, University of Jamshoro presented his paper on 'Peculiarity of vowels in Sindhi music communication'. According to him Sindhi music, basically, in its very nature is folk-oriented culture, therefore it has the distinct quality of having a huge number of vowels.
Dr Ahmad Hussain from University Of Haripur presented his paper on 'Unfolding Nature, Vivacity and Life in Sindh Culture through the accounted Behavior among the Elites'. He said that the recognition of fundamental importance of greenery suggested a probe to be served in Sindh culture to know the deep roots it carried not only on common masses but also on privileged groups. He stated that the human society and civilization in Sindh was greatly inspired and influenced by nature including rivers, plants and animal life. This was depicted by the agricultural practices along the Indus and forests of Indus, shrines of priests on scenic sites and the historical, fossil and archeological record of civilizations and animal species.
Former Secretary Culture, Sindh Mr. Abdul Hamid Akhund in his presidential remarks said that culture of Sindh was not stagnant and resembled it with flowing water of Indus River. According to him archeological sites of Gandhara and Mehr garh were also part of Indus civilization.
The earliest archeological evidence of Swastika-shaped ornaments, a symbol of auspiciousness in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism, dates back to Indus Valley Civilization as well as the Mediterranean Classical Antiquity and Paleolithic Europe, says Esther Park, a South Korean research scholar and Secretary General, Gandhara Art & Cultural Association, also working as visiting professor at Fatima Jinnah University.
In her paper presented at technical session on 'Belief Systems & Mythology' she focused on Swastika-shaped ornaments found in Mohen Jo Daro and other parts of Sindh and its significance through centuries.
Esther Park said Swastika word comes from Sanskrit Svastika - 'su' (meaning good or auspicious) combined with 'asti' (meaning it is) along with diminutive suffix 'ka'. The Swastika literally means 'it is good'. "It is a common practice for Hindus to draw Swastika symbol on the doors and entrances to their houses during festivals, which is believed to symbolize an invitation to goddess Lakshmi."
Michel Boivin, director of research at CNRS (National Center for Scientific Research), who specializes in anthropological history of Muslim countries in South Asia, and is author of book 'Artifacts of Devotion: A Sufi Repertoire of the Qalandaryya in Sehwah Sharif, Sindh', presenting his paper titled 'Somewhat of the charm of the wild flowers: Language, Literature and building of Sufi culture in colonial Sindh' quoted John Beams, a civil servant in British India, as saying that 'Sindhi language had got somewhat charm of the wild flowers'.
The scholar, who sought to understand the process through which a new culture was produced in colonial Sindh, said British started to standardize both the script and language. The grammars were published soon and later after the learning of Sindhi was compulsory for British officers, they were interested by the structure of the language and above all with its connections with other North Indian languages. They depicted Sindhi as rude language expressed by a rude population; he said and added that nevertheless others simultaneously tagged the Sufi poetry as 'beautiful'.
Dr. Jurgen Schaflechner, Phd degree-holder of Heidelberg University, and Masters degree in Modern South Asian Languages & Literature, Comparative Religion & Classical Ideology with thesis 'The Godess Hinglaj', presented paper on 'The Shrine of Hinglaj Devi or Bibi Nana', and focused on how the shrine in Balochistan had been rearticulated in different time-periods to appropriate political claims. He spoke on Hinglaj's role in the political upward mobility of certain castes and communities, foremost the Khatris; and the modern day approach in Sindhi scholarly writing.
Dr. Supriya Banik Pal, a former Associate Professor in the Department of Sanskrit at Sarat Centenary College, India, presented paper on 'Sindhu or Sindh: A study through the Mahabharata' exploring the rich heritage and culture of Sindh or Sindhu in the light of epic Mahabharata.
Ms Fouzia Naz, M Phil scholar at Taxila Institute of Asian Civilization, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad readout her paper on 'Belief System of Indus Valley people based on seals'. Her paper focused on seal, sealing, tablets, figurines and plaques to find out religious traditions that kept them alive to this date.
Dr. Mohan Dev Raj, research scholar from India who is author of book 'Shrines of Maheshvari Meghwar Saints in Sindh', presented a paper 'Facts about seven Mamoi Fakeers and the Shri Mamoi Dev, the great historic and spiritual personality of Sindh and Kachh'.
MNA Syeda Nafeesa Shah in her presidential address said Sindh is known for land that respects all the beliefs. "Unfortunately some of the chapters of history have been excluded from the textbooks in Pakistan and a different definition of Islam is being taught here that has promoted extremism," she said. "Every Pakistani is targeted by the terrorists. We are fighting the war of ideology and beliefs. He described historians, writers and researchers as the warriors of history who can save Sindh and the country from terrorism.
Scholars belonging to USA and Pakistan highlighted different aspects of history of Sindh on Tuesday, second day of the three-day international seminar 'Sindh through the Centuries.' Dr. Amir Ali Chandio, Professor, Department of Political Science, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur in his paper 'Role of Sindh in Freedom Movement: An Analysis of Hur Tahreek' said history of Sindh province is mentioned in the textbooks, and the books of the history of independence but the role of Hur Tahreek has been ignored and forgotten despite of the fact that Hur Tahreek played vital role in the freedom movement of Sub-continent.
Parveen Talpur, writer and historian from USA, whose paper on 'Indus Seals (2600-1900 BCE) Beyond Geometry to their Socio-cultural Context', was presented on her behalf by Javeria Shaikh, said that the first case examines the main sign which appears on a large number of seals. Possibly this sign was used for calculating angles and has given birth to a word that is widely spread in a number of languages. According to her the second case examines the object that mostly appears with the animal images. It has been interpreted in various ways, perhaps it has an astral significance as it is also substituted with the stars. Parveen was of the view that third sample examines a narrative seal that sheds some light on the ancient Indus ideology and carries hints that can be related to a few legends of Sindh. She explained that the scope of interdisciplinary approach to crack the code of Indus seals needs to be widened to accommodate bits and pieces of information from a wide variety of sources along with the conventional sources, for these will eventually help in the reconstruction of the greater story of Indus Civilization.
Ms Zahida Rehman Jatt, Monitoring Officer, Rural Support Program Networks, Islamabad, presented her paper on 'Role of contributions of Sindhi Hindus in socio-economic and cultural life of Hyderabad, Sindh: 1800-1947. Sindhi Hindus worked in every sphere of life in pre-partitioned Hyderabad ranging from art and architecture, philanthropy, education, and politics. She said that some of the landmarks of that time like schools, teachers training institutes and public buildings are still standing today as testimony to the dexterity and passion of their builders.
Dr Shuja Ahmad, faculty member of Pakistan study Centre, University of Sindh, Jamshooro in his paper 'Struggle for separation of Sindh from Bombay Presidency (1847-1936)' said that the struggle for separation of Sindh from the Bombay played a significant role in creating political awareness in Sindh.
He said that the positive impact of this movement was an active participation of Sindhis which enabled them to train themselves in politics and it proved to be the primary institution of political leadership. He said that the opportunities for progress were even greater in Sindh than in other parts of India but the exploitation of resources was hampered by lack of funds because of the negligence by the Bombay Presidency.
Mr. Zulfiqar Ali Shah, Assistant Professor at Department of English, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur presented his research paper on 'Bilingual English Sindhi Dictionary'. He stated that the dictionaries are essentially good and carry many merits but in one aspect or in another. According to him not a single dictionary can be categorized and found on the sound principles of modern Lexicography. "A user-friendly dictionary based on the needs and requirements of learners and perfect in all aspects is still to come," he opined. Mr. Noor Ahmed Janjhi, Assistant Professor, Government Boys Degree College Mithi, Tharpakar in his paper "War of Independence in Parkar" revealed many aspects of patriotism, war strategy and human behavior.
Mr. Mohammad Moazzam Khan from WWF presented his paper on 'Fishery Industry of Sindh through Ages'. He said that Fisheries industry possibly developed into an organized industry during Harappa Civilization, while an organized pearl extraction industry based on window-pane oyster existed during the Talpur dynasty.
Renowned historian Dr. Mubarak Ali in his presidential remarks said that the real history of world is that of common man and masses while the history of Elites is written by force and cannot be described as peoples' history. "What the people, a common man, a shopkeeper, trader etc writes today is real source of history in future," he added. He viewed that more and more in-depth research is required on Sindh using modern technology.
March 26, 2014
Sindhi language has got some peculiar linguistic features, which are not available in other modern languages of Indo-Pak subcontinent. Noticing this, European scholars and linguists have highly praised linguistic structure of Sindhi language, said Dr. Murlidhar Kisshinchand Jetley, a linguistic scholar from India.
Speaking as chief guest at technical session VI held on 'Sindhi language and Literature' on last day of International Seminar 'Sindh through the Centuries,' he quoted Captain George Stack who wrote in the introduction of his book 'Grammar of Sindhi Language' published in 1849 that Sindhi has more interesting dialects than many of other Indian languages' dialects. He also quoted Ernest Trumpp who also had expressed almost same opinion on linguistic peculiarities of Sindhi language in the introduction of his 'Grammar of Sindhi language' in 1872.
Dr. Jetley, vice chairman of Sindhi Academy of Dehli and former professor of Dehli University, said they were striving hard to keep alive Sindhi language in India. "Young generation of Sindhis in India takes interest only in English medium, as their parents wanted them to be officers. The result is that the number of Sindhi speaking youths is on decline. In view of such a situation we have started summer workshops to teach the youth Sindhi language," he told adding that results are encouraging as the kids now urge parents for speaking in Sindhi.
Another writer from India, Kailash Shaadaab in his paper on 'Humanism in classical Sindhi poetry' said much before Europeans learned the lesson of humanism, it was the of Eastern culture. "All the classical poetry of Indian subcontinent in general and that of Sindh in particular are replete with spirit of Humanism." He said classical poets of Sindh such as Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Sachal Sarmast and others had devoted them to the spread of humanism. "In modern globalised and democratic world, the humanism has come to be recognized as one of the most respected values. The classical poets of Sindh had realized the importance of humanism many centuries ago. They considered yeoman service as the greatest duty towards divine."
Dr. Vinod H. Asudani, a researcher, poet, psychologist and scholar from India, in his paper titled 'Expression of Image of Sindh' spoke on how the Sindhi writers and poets artistically and aesthetically depicted image of motherland. He especially mentioned the works of Sindhi writers and poets who had to migrate from Sindh as a result of partition in 1947.
Dr Vinod said the artistic expression is not only confined to the notion of nostalgia but it takes into its fold the history, geography, mythology, culture and many other dimensions of Sindh as well. "In fact, Sindh is reflected as dynamic and fascinating organism in literature," he added.
Dr. Fahmida Hussain, renowned scholar and chairperson, Sindhi Language Authority, in her paper titled 'Socio-linguistic analysis of Sindhi society', shed light on gender-based discrimination in our society and contended that from a socio-linguistic perspective, inequality and injustice in the society is also manifested as linguistic discrimination in the use of language. "From the perspective of feminism, there are two aspects worth considering. Firstly, to identify difference in language between men and women on the basis of social status and as such differences that exist in the language used by men and women to assert themselves," Dr. Fahmida said. According to her, in some cultures women are prohibited to express themselves in public with self-confidence and are even forbidden to raise voice.
Dr. Kamla Goklani, another scholar from India holding degree of doctorate in Sindhi, presented paper titled 'Comparative study of West Rajasthani and Sindhi Language' and highlighted similarity in Sindhi and Rajasthani language. According to her there are several words, phrases, verbs, proverbs and names of body parts that are similar in both languages. Dr. Kamla said she found 70 Marwari words, verbs, proverbs, phrases and names of body parts similar to Sindhi. She told that facility for PhD degree in Sindhi language is available in Delhi and Pune however they are striving to get such facility in Rajasthan too, where jobs are preferably offered to those who know the local languages.
Mr. Gul Mohammad Umrani of Dr. N. A. Baloch Foundation, spoke on 'Mirza Kalich Beg's World of Art & Literature' while Prof. Qalandar Shah Lakiari presented paper on 'Letters, Phonemes and Pronunciation'. Prof. Salim Memon read out his paper based on book review of Pir Ali Mohammad Rashdi.
An Indian economist Ms. Suman Sonkar said on Wednesday that Sindh has potential to become an important trade route between South Asia and Central Asia, while provincial advisor for finance Syed Murad Ali Shah also suggested improving Khokhrapar route between India and Pakistan that ultimately would benefit the economy of Sindh.
"What we need is to promote trade activities with India through Khokhrapar route. For this we should improve facilities at Khokhrapar on Pakistan side where presently we do not have even shelter from sunlight at immigration counters," he said comparing the best available facilities on Indian side.
Addressing the technical session VII on 'Economy of Sindh' at the International Seminar 'Sindh through Centuries' on last day of the event, Syed Murad Ali Shah said, "This route suits more for promotion of trade between two countries because Pakistan has large border with India and Karachi port is much closer to it than other ports of Pakistan."
Murad Ali Shah apprised audience about government efforts aimed at alleviating the poverty in Sindh however added that despite all the efforts no remarkable results could be achieved in this regard. About the Benazir Bhutto Income Support Program, he told that no disbursement could be done since last year and hardly fifty percent of allocated amount of Rs.12 billion have been disbursed so far. Talking about agriculture economy of the province, he expressed apprehension about water shortage in future in Sindh. Earlier, presenting her paper, Indian scholar Ms. Suman Sonkar said, "Pakistan provides an opportunity for Central Asian countries to diversify their international connections and to reduce the distance and the number of borders to be crossed to reach international maritime transportation hubs. For instance, the Central Asia-Afghanistan-Pakistan (Karachi Port) road corridor would provide potentially one of the cheapest and probably the quickest routes to Central Asia."
In her paper titled 'Revival of new Silk Route through Sindh' Ms. Suman, the professor of economics at Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi, said, "Pakistan refers Sindh province as the gateway to Central Asia and strongly believes that the good relations with region would not only enhance its security but also provide enormous economic opportunities." Highlighting the existing overland silk transport corridor between Pakistan and China, she explored the possible options to enhance the transport linkages from port of Karachi through Karakoram Highway and further to Central Asian region and even to Khartoum. "The study of the trade route will help in the development of the entire region," she added.
Indian scholar said it is the ancient passage that has connected the civilizations and thus promoted the multi-interchange between East and West. "This ancient route not only circulated goods but also exchanged the splendid cultures of China, India, Pakistan, Persia, Greek and Rome."
According to her Sindh has the potential to become an important transit route between South Asia and Central Asia. Hiro Thakur, another eminent scholar from India, speaking about courageous cattle traders and seafarers of ancient Sindh, said Rig Veda, the oldest composition which came into being in the first half of first Millennium BC, was composed on the banks of River Indus. He said Rig Veda suggests that the Punis were inhabitants of ancient Sindh and known as valiant, wealthy people who used to process enormous wealth of cows and horses. They were traders and eminent seafarers, he added.
Dr. Hari Lohano, University of West of England, speaking on Poverty Dynamics in Rural Sindh, suggested that policies to mitigate shocks in farming, enhancing sustainable growth in the agriculture sector, and improving non-farm employment opportunities in rural Sindh would reduce chronic poverty, prevent descent into poverty and allow escape from poverty in Sindh.
Mr. Ishtiaq Ansari of Sindh Heritage Cell, Hyderabad spoke on ecotourism in Sindh with special reference to Gorakh Hill Station and other resorts of the province, while Dr. Iqbal Panwar's paper shed light on agro-economic response to climate change in Sindh and Dr. Faisal Hussain presented analytical study on vegetation in Sindh.
Dr. Ishrat Hussain, head, Institute of Business Administration, and former Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, in his concluding keynote address said on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 (the last day of the International Seminar) said that economic development in Sindh is not possible without improving law and order situation and bridging the gap between rural and urban areas. "The development efforts should be focused more on rural areas so that they could be brought at par to urban areas." "Sindh possesses abundant economic resources but what we need is to utilize them properly," he viewed.
He said the 54 percent of country's economy depends on Karachi port while the agriculture had 23 to 24 percent share in economy but it declined to 17 percent due to neglect. He further stated that country's youth is in dire need of employment but unfortunately manufacturing sector has failed to create jobs and it is only the services sector that offers jobs.
Dr. Ishrat Hussain while describing Thar Coal Field as largest source of energy having vast potential, said, "We had been listening about Thar Coal since last 15 years but such a big source of energy has not yet been developed." "The indigenous resources are always utilized by the nations in case of crisis but the case here is contrary to it." Elaborating the urban and rural divide, Dr. Ishrat Hussain cited example of difference in literacy rate. "The literacy rate in Pakistan is said to be 59 percent while it is 75 percent in urban and only 42 percent in rural areas. The gender-wise literacy figures show further difference as female literacy rate in rural areas is only 22 percent while it is 68 percent in urban areas."
Dr. Ishrat Hussain said the rural areas have big role in economy but unfortunately they have very less purchasing power. He also spoke of dearth of healthcare facilities in rural areas.
Dr. Hamida Khuhro, Convenor, Organizing Committee of the International Seminar, offered thanks to the foreign delegates and participants and gave overview of the three day proceedings of event. She praised the efforts of scholars and hoped their papers would help planners and future researchers. She also praised the efforts of Vice Chancellor of SMI University Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh for organized such mega event. Vice Chancellor, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Dr. Mohammad Ali Shaikh in his concluding remarks supported the point of view expressed by Syed Murad Ali Shah, Advisor to the Sindh Chief Minister for Finance that trade through the Khokhrapar route should be restored at the earliest. "What is harm in it", he said adding that restoration of the Khokhrapar trade will not only boost trade in Sindh but also improve economy of the country.
On the occasion he announced establishing an institute on Sindh studies at the SMI university. The institute will award doctorate degrees in arts, culture, history, language, economy and other aspects of Sindh. At the same time he assured to organize another seminar on Sindh saying that this time we will not wait for another 39 years.
Earlier the standing ovation was given to Dr Murlidhar Jetley, a noted scholar, on his remarkable work on Sindhi language and Dr Mohammad Ali Shaikh, Vice Chancellor of SMI University on his marvelous efforts to organize a memorable International Seminar on Sindh Through the Centuries.
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