Bahria University holds national conference on "IQBAL's PHILOSOPHY"

ISLAMABAD, NOV 29 (DMN) - Bahria University holds national conference on "IQBAL's PHILOSOPHY". In order to pay tribute and inculcate the philosophy of Hakeemul-Ummat, Dr. Allama Iqbal in young generation, first National Conference on Iqbal’s philosophy was organized by Bahria University at Islamabad Campus.

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi graced the occasion as Chief Guest.

The theme of the two days conference, held in connection with 142nd birth anniversary was “Inclusiveness of Iqbal's Philosophy and its Potential for Personal and Social Change" included keynote addresses, speeches, panel discussions, and research paper presentations.

Eminent speakers participating in the conference included renowned scholars and academia who shared their intellectual thoughts on the subject. During the conference, speakers deeply explored Iqbal's philosophical thought and its practical guidance for implementation in different domains of Islamic States.

Speakers also shared Iqbal's concept of self-awareness, self-empowerment through a journey of self-discovery and knowledge.

Bahria University holds national conference on "IQBAL's PHILOSOPHY"

Speaking at the occasion, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi highlighted main aspects of Allama Iqbal’s thoughts including lqbal's philosophy being based on Quranic teachings and Iqbal's inclusiveness.

He said following Allama Iqbal message can lead us to the path of self-awareness and open the secrets of divine knowledge to us which can help us achieve a balance between the mind and the soul.

He emphasized that our young generation should grasp Iqbal's message and try to inculcate it in their personal lives which will help them transform into a Muslim of Iqbal’s dreams and beneficial individual for the society.

Earlier in his welcome address, Rector Bahria University Vice Admiral (Retd) Kaleem Shaukat thanked worthy Chief Guest and speakers for their presence.

He further said that this is the first mega event organized by ‘Iqbal Chair’, a body established in Bahria University which specifically focuses on objectives for implementing teachings of Iqbal amongst University students in an organized manner.

All campuses of Bahria University also participated in the event through video link.

Large number of students, faculty, and guest scholars participated in the conference with enthusiasm and showed their love and respect towards the great leader and poet.=DMN

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