Bureau Report
Haripur: The University of Haripur and AlMustafa Welfare Trust have strengthened their institutional partnership through the installation and inauguration of a modern water purification plant at the University of Haripur. The initiative aims to provide safe and clean drinking water to the university community while promoting broader cooperation in environmental sustainability, education, healthcare and community welfare.
The Chairman of AlMustafa Welfare Trust, Mr. Abdul Razzaq Sajid, accompanied by a delegation comprising Madam Nusrat Saleem, Nawaz Kharral, Hamid Raza, Sijjad Azhar and other members of the Trust, visited the University of Haripur. Prominent community representatives Barrister Sangeen Sultan, Shahzad Rafique and Taj Mughal were also part of the delegation.
The visit commenced with a joint meeting between the AlMustafa delegation and the University of Haripur Core Committee, chaired by Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Sajid Rashid Ahmad and attended by Pro Vice Chancellor Dr. Abdul Majid. The meeting was attended by Deans of all faculties, the Registrar, Director Works, Planning and Development representatives, administrative officers and the University’s Focal Person for Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction, Dr. Rasheed Ahmed.
During the meeting, both institutions discussed several potential collaborative initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development, academic advancement, environmental protection and public welfare. These included the establishment of a GIS Laboratory equipped with a weather station, development of a Green Campus, establishment of a Vegetable Gene Bank, construction of a Women’s Cultural, Educational and Recreational Complex, and promotion of olive cultivation alongside commercial olive processing facilities. The participants also discussed public health and community support initiatives, including the provision of an ambulance and installation of additional drinking water coolers.
Inauguration of the Water Purification Plant
The formal inauguration ceremony was held at 11:00 a.m. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was jointly performed by Mr. Abdul Razzaq Sajid, Chairman AlMustafa Welfare Trust, and Professor Dr. Sajid Rashid Ahmad, Vice Chancellor, University of Haripur.
The newly installed water purification plant has a processing capacity of one ton per hour and incorporates a five-stage water purification and filtration system. Following the inauguration, Dr. Rasheed Ahmed briefed the participants on the technical specifications, purification stages, operational arrangements and proposed future expansion of the facility. He also explained the operational policies and management arrangements required to ensure its efficient and sustainable functioning.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Abdul Razzaq Sajid highlighted the humanitarian and welfare activities of AlMustafa Welfare Trust in various sectors, including healthcare, clean drinking water, environmental protection, afforestation and community development. He particularly highlighted the Trust’s free eye camps, AlMustafa Hospital, plantation and green coverage initiatives, and the installation of water supply and purification facilities in Pakistan and other countries. He shared that the Trust’s welfare activities extend across 25 countries.
The Chairman also highlighted the Trust’s humanitarian assistance to communities affected by the ongoing conflict in Palestine, particularly its efforts to provide medical facilities through hospitals and deliver food supplies directly to affected people in conflict zones. He reaffirmed the Trust’s commitment to serving vulnerable communities through humanitarian and welfare initiatives.
During the ceremony, commemorative shields were presented in recognition of the partnership and contributions of both organizations.
Visit to Al-Ghazali Library and Literary Heritage Corners
As part of the visit, the delegation toured the University’s Al-Ghazali Library, where they visited the dedicated corner of renowned Urdu poet Qateel Shifai. The delegation appreciated the University’s efforts to preserve the literary and cultural heritage of the legendary poet through the display of his personal belongings, photographs and awards.
The visitors recorded their remarks and appreciation in the library’s visitors’ book. The delegation also visited the dedicated corners of Field Marshal Ayub Khan and Hari Singh Nalwa, reflecting the University’s commitment to preserving and promoting historical and cultural heritage.
On this occasion, the University presented the delegation with its published collection of Qateel Shifai’s letters as a gesture of respect and appreciation.
Commitment to Future Collaboration
At the conclusion of the visit, both institutions expressed their commitment to strengthening institutional cooperation and working jointly for the welfare of the people of Haripur and communities across Pakistan. The participants agreed to pursue the discussed initiatives through mutual consultation, coordinated planning and practical implementation.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to improving public health, promoting environmental sustainability, strengthening educational and research facilities, and extending humanitarian services to underserved communities.
The University of Haripur and AlMustafa Welfare Trust reaffirmed their resolve to transform this collaboration into practical initiatives that will generate lasting social, environmental and developmental benefits for the wider community.
