From Correspondent

Khairpur, Sindh

Syed Asad Ali Shah Jillani, former Finance Advisor to Chief Minister Sindh, said on Monday that Pakistan is facing multiple economic, political and governance related issues.

Addressing a seminar on “Pakistan’s Most Serious Policy Crisis (Political, Economy, Judicial and Security) Way Forward to Recovery”, organized by the Department of Economics, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, Syed Asad Ali Shah said, “Human resource, education and entrepreneurship are baseline for the way forward for the resolution.

He said, “We are facing massive financial deficit since 40 years. Currently 40% inflation is prevailing, and as a result there is skyrocketing price hike. Food prices have increased up to 50%, and as far as economics is concerned, we have less Grass Domestic Product (GDP).”

He said factories are being closed and even textile sector is facing several challenges.

Shedding light on political crisis, Shah said political leaders, establishment and other stakeholders are divided. “Politicians have made hollow promises with masses. Political manifestos are not practically implemented, and there is rampant corruption. There is also lack of visionary leadership. There is no a transparent intra-party elections,” he said.

Asad Shah said clear political road map may be devised to redress the fundamental issues of the masses. According to him, 18th Amendment was not practically materialized.

He stressed the need to bring accountability in bureaucracy so the primary problems of masses i.e. education, health, etc. be redressed. He said it is need to concentrate on human capital and to promote entrepreneurship based on ambitions, courage and risk taking. He said different measures could be taken so the economy and political stability could be restored by strengthen power sector, institutions be functional, effective privatization measures may be taken. He said in the new age, 4.8 billion Social Media Users are active owing to technological boom.

Presently, there is digitized world, so the youth may use the technology positively. Moreover there is need to invest on human capital for change and development.

Speaking on this occasion, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said that it is the need of the time to restructure all the line departments to work in a better way. He advised the youth to involve themselves in the entrepreneurship rather to depend on government jobs.

Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences said that the economy of the country could be improved with the tax recovery in letter and spirit to eradicate the practice of tax evasion. “We must promote the tax culture with the help of tax net in the society.”

Prof. Dr. Amir Hussain Shar, Dean Faculty of Management Sciences, Dr. Muhamamd Saleem Rahpoto, Chairman Department of Economics, and Tooba Shafaque Rajput also spoke.

Prof. Dr. Minhoon Khan Laghari, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academics, Dr. Yar Muhammad Phulpoto, Ashique Ali Lashari, Ishrat Ali Mirani, Sarmad Rahat, Naseer Murad Shaikh, Engr. Faiz Muhammad Phulpoto, Dr. Ali Raza Lashari Dr. Majid Hussain Phul, Mr. Zohaib Shafqat Memon, Muhammad Aslam Palh, Umair Rajput and large number of faculty members and students attended the seminar.

Meanwhile, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto and Syed Asad Ali Shah planted a sapling on World Environment Day at the Central Lawn of the Student Society Centre.

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From Correspondent  

Khairpur, Sindh

On the directives of Quality Assurance Agency of Higher Education Commission (HEC), Islamabad a team of HEC visited Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur for three days for Institutional Performance Evaluation (IPE) 2021-22.

The team was led by Prof. Dr. Saeed-ul-Hassan Chishti, Vice Chancellor, Muslim Youth University, Islamabad while Munir Ahmed Mirjat, Director Quality Assurance Division HEC, Islamabad, Dr. Abdul Qudoos Chairman, Civil Engineering Department, Baluchistan University of Engineering & Technology, Khuzdar, and Dr. Naveed Ahmed, Deputy Director QEC, National College of Arts, Islamabad were the members of IPE.

They called on the Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto at Vice Chancellor Secretariat and discussed the academic, research and development.

On this occasion, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto shared with the team details of academic development, research and governance of the University. He said that Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur is the prime academic institution having significant geographic location providing conducive, congenial and peaceful environment to the students and staff.

He said various drastic measures have been taken on different sides for its betterment. He said undergraduates and graduates of this university are rendering their services for the welfare of the state and community at large.

Review Panel of IPE conducted meeting with the graduates and postgraduates students of different Institutes and Departments. They also interacted with the Faculty Members including TTS, Deans, Directors, Chairpersons, Registrar, Controller of Examinations, Director Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC), Director ORIC, Director Student Affairs, I.T Manager, Provost Hostels, Director Finance, Project Director (Works), Director Planning & Development.

They also visited the Academic Block, F.M Radio Station, Students Societies Centre, Date Palm Research Institute, Smart Classroom of Institute of Business Administration, Labs, Library, and Cafeteria.

The HEC team felt satisfaction regarding the available facilities. The team members said that this Institution is working in line with the minimum eligibility criteria and guidelines provided by the Higher Education Commission, Islamabad.

Prof. Dr. Iram Rani, Director QEC, Prof. Dr. Riaz Ahmed Shaikh, Deputy Director QEC and Aamir Waseem Pathan, Deputy Controller of Examinations assisted the IPE team.

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From Correspondent

Khairpur, Sindh

An Extension Lecture on the topic “The Religious, Social and Educational Services of Makhdoom Abdul Rehman Shaheed of Khuhra” was held at Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur on Thursday April 6, 2023

The event was jointly organized by the Institute of Islamic Studies and Makhdoom Shaheed Abdul Rehman Cultural, Educational and Development Trust, Khuhra. Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, Vice Chancellor presided over the event. Dr. Pir Syed Shahid Ali Shah Jillani, Member Central Ruyat-e- Hilal Committee, Pakistan was the chief guest. Sardar Shakir Khan Mazari, Religious Scholar from Minhaj University, Lahore attended as the guest of honor.

Talking to the participants, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said that the character building, integrity and morality are very important basis to establish peaceful and tolerant society.

He stressed on the students to strive to learn the moral values and ethics because our Sindh is the land of Sufis.  Dr. Ibupoto paid rich tribute to Makhdoom Shaheed Abdul Rehman who scarified for the promotion of Islamic perspective and teaching of soft image of the Islam in the Sindh province.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Naeem Anwar Nomani from Govt. College University, Lahore spoke as keynote speaker. He shed light on the religious, social and educational services of Makhdoom Abdul Rehman Shaheed. He said the teaching and philosophy of Makhdoom Sahab promoted the basic essence of Islam.  “At the time of the reign of Mian Noor Muhammad Kalhoro, Makhdoom Sahab supported the victims and deprived people of the area, and as a result the carnage of Khuhra took place where approximately 222 devotees along with Makhdoom Sahab were martyred.”

Dr. Pir Syed Shahid Ali Shah Jillani remarked that it is the need of the time to disseminate the message of Makhdoom Abdul Rehman Shaheed among the youth as well as masses at large because the message of Waliullah is concerned with the message of God. Since the Waliullah are free from fear and any temptation in their practices. He said the Khuhra carnage is a historic one in the history of Sindh on the complaint of Syed Yaqoob Shah of Rohri because Mian Noor Muhammad Kalhoro confiscated the agriculture land and property. Makhdoom supported and pleaded his case before the ruler of the time. He said Tasawuf is a cementing force in the way of the Sufism.

Sardar Shakir Khan Mazari said Holy Quran is the universal book which emphasis on Tazkia Nafs so the Makhdoom Abdul Rehman Shaheed selected this path according to Islamic injunction and values, promoted the Islamic education in the region. The character of Sufi saints is a marvelous in our society because they disseminated the soft image of Islam among the people.

Makhdoom Nadeem Ahmed Hashmi, Sajjada Nasheen, Dargah Makhdoom Abdul Rehman Shaheed Khuhra shed light on the objectives of the extension lecture. He said we are committed to provide the information to our youth so the services of Makhdooms of Khuhra may be disseminated public at large.

Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences extended vote of thanks to guests and participants. He said with the untiring efforts of incumbent Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, the co-curricular activities are being conducted with full swing. The message of Sufi saints is an asset for our generation because we have to promote the ideals of peace and tolerance.

Earlier, Prof. Dr. Sajjad Ali Raeesi, Director Institute of Islamic Studies welcomed the guests and participants. He briefed about the achievements of the Institute.

A large number of teachers, research scholars and students attended the lecture program. Shields and Certificates were distributed among the guests and participants. Dr. Ali Raza Lashari, Incharge Students Societies Centre conducted the proceedings of the event.

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From Correspondent

Khairpur, Sindh

Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur in collaboration with Sindh Youth Organization (SYO), has organized the 2-day Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Sports Championship. The event was inaugurated on Monday at Indoor Sports Complex of the University.

The Tug of War, Shooting Ball, Table Tennis, Badminton, Malh (Sindhi Wrestling) and other sports are being played.

The male and female teams of Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Campus, Khairpur, Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of Technology & Skills Development, Khairpur, Govt. Superior Science College, Khairpur, Govt. Pakistan Degree College, Khairpur, Govt. Boys College, Gambat, Govt. Girls College, Gambat, Bahria Foundation College, Khairpur and host Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur are participating in this championship.

Prof. Dr. Minhoon Khan Laghari, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academics inaugurated the championship.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Minhoon Khan Laghari said that sports are very important for mental and physical development. “Sports helps us to create a healthy society,” he said.

He said the co-curricular and sports activities are being organized along with academics and research activities, and the university has produced best players in every sport.

Dr. Inayatullah Bhatti, Chairman Sports & Gymkhana said that the physical skills of the youth increase through sports. He said that we are committed to raising the awareness of sports among the youth along with education.

Earlier, Muhammad Murad Pirzada, Director Physical Education welcomed the guests and participants in this championship. He said that a healthy society requires a healthy mind, while sports are essential for a healthy mind.

A large number of teachers, officers and students attended the inaugural ceremony.

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Khairpur

Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, Vice Chancellor, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur distributed certificates and hygiene kits among 37 female students of various Institutes and Departments during the 8th training session on “Citizen Engagement for Good Governance at Union Council Level” organized by the Civil Society Support Program (CSSP) in collaboration with Leaders Society, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur on Friday.

Talking to the trainees’ students, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said that we are providing a viable platform to our students at the campus for their capacity building on community related problems so they could contribute in the socio-economic transformation of the society, educating, engaging and involving students for prosperous society.

Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences and Coordinator Students Societies apprised the Vice Chancellor that 8 different sessions were held wherein 238 students were trained under the theme Local Government Act, Right to Information, Role of Office of the Provincial Ombudsman, and Good Governance.

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Khairpur

A delegation of Professors of Michigan State University, and Wayne State University, Detroit, USA visited the Shah Abdul Latif University Khairpur on Thursday and discussed the Scholarship Opportunities, Linkages and Exchange Program of Faculty and Students.

The interactive session on Scholarship Opportunities, Linkages and Exchange Program of Faculty and Students was held at Student Societies Centre.

Prof. Mariana from Michigan State University, US briefed the different aspects of the Michigan State University.

She said, “We have similarity with the culture of Sindh as far as music is concerned. Under the global ties, a Detroit NGO conducted international exchange hosted citizen diplomacy events and tried to create more prosperous and peaceful world. We have long standing collaboration, joint research, exchange opportunities. We are trying to promote inclusive practices”.

She informed that Michigan State University has more than 50,000 students and 275 degree programs.

Dr. Saeed A. Khan, from Wayne State University, Detroit, USA talked on opportunities and collaboration in research and beyond. He briefed that Wayne State University established in 1868 has 27000 students. “Students from 80 countries are getting education there. The University has 350 degree programs,” he said adding that the University is trying to encourage the exchange of students and to promote interdisciplinary research with global community.

Ms. Xinyo talked on Global Engagement and Partnership regarding International Students Programs at Michigan State University. She said it is a global University promoting civic education, rule of law and working on indigenous issues. “It is among top 100 Universities of world having 200 academic programs”.

She said that the thematic research is being conducted on 39 programs i.e. food and agriculture, education and learning, health and nutrition, environment and energy.

She revealed that currently they are embarking two research projects in Pakistan on interfaith community building and women leadership in higher education in Punjab province.

She said that the purpose of visit at Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur was discuss capacity building, trainings, research projects, visit of scholars and students and faculty, students exchange.

Dr. Brittany Afolter said that Michigan State University is working on University Research Corridor Cluster. The purpose is to share the advance knowledge at global level and increasing prosperity and connecting the Michigan State University to world.

Mr. Ali Chohan, Education Advisor US Consulate, Karachi said that US government is committed to provide educational opportunities to Pakistani students.

Mr. Bilal Rizvi from US Consulate, Karachi apprised the faculty and students about the salient features of Undergraduate and Fulbright Scholarship Program under United State Education Foundation Pakistan (USEFP). He said the above scholarships are fully funded.

Earlier, Vice Chancellor, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto welcomed the US delegation of Professors.

Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said the Shah Abdul Latif University is catering academic needs of the area with excellence and providing a viable platform to youth for their capacity building. VC said he is optimistic that under the Higher Education opportunities in US, the Faculty Members and Students will be benefited.

Prof. Dr. Naveed Ahmed Shaikh, Director Postgraduate Studies and Focal Person briefed the delegation regarding different research programs and projects embarked by the University.

The Deans, Directors, Chairpersons, In-charges, Faculty Members, Scholars and Students attended the session.

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Khairpur

A 2-day workshop on Leadership Skills, Women, Minorities Rights and Local Government held at Student Societies Center Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur jointly organized by University and Marvi Rural Development Organization (MRDO) Sukkur, concluded on Friday.

During the training, the participants learnt the role of leaders, negotiation skills and effective communication.

Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, Vice Chancellor presided over the concluding session.

Talking to the participants of workshop, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said this training will provide opportunity to learn about leadership skills and responsibilities, and build confidence among the participants of the workshop who will contribute positively in the society for empowering women and sensitize about minority rights and role of local government in resolving the problems of the community.

Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences said it is need of the hour that institutional collaboration may be promoted for conducting such result-oriented sessions for the nation building.

Salman Ali, Grant Manager, MRDO shed light on the objectives of the workshop. He told that the two areas – Pir Jo Goth and Piryaloi were selected. The participants attended the workshop on the different modules extensively.

Din Muhammad Shaikh, Director Social Welfare, Sukkur Division said that it is the need of the time that the civil society may play positive role for the betterment of community and society especially for the promotion of women and minorities rights.

Advocate Bashir Bhand and Babli Kumari, Trainees also shared their views about the workshop. They said that the training workshop will be beneficial for the capacity building of the different segments of the society who attended the training.  They said that the training was knowledge based and effective engagement.

Dr. Ali Raza Lashari conducted the proceedings of the workshop. Saira Solangi, Raj Kumar, Din Muhammad Shaikh, Muhammad Ali Ilyas Sahito, Adv. Ghazala Anjum, Syed Qurban Ali Shah were the Resource Persons of the workshop.

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KHAIRPUR, SINDH 

Amidst controversy sparked over some recent appointments of professors at Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU) Khairpur, allegedly made in violation of HEC rules and regulations, Sindh Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, has ordered Secretary Universities and Boards to probe the matter.

The Chief Minister issued such orders taking a notice of a complaint registered by Dr. Mohammad Aslam S/O Ashique Ali Korai, who had alleged the SALU authorities have made direct appointments in BPS-19, 20 and 21 on the basis of Favoritism, Nepotism and in violating University Act and HEC Rules for appointment criteria.

The Chief Minister issued directives for probe in a letter dated July 29, 2022 addressed to the Secretary, Universities and Boards, Sindh.

Dr. Mohammad Aslam Korai had in his application to the chief Minister had drawn his attention that reportedly Shahid Hussain (JST) S/O Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ali Jakhrani, Director, Institute of Chemistry, Azra Ansari W/O Sikandar Ali Janwari, Assistant Registrar, as Assistant Professor (BPS-19) without having Ph.D., in the Institute of Chemistry and other candidates in Zoology Department in BPS-20 and BPS-21 have been appointed who do not meet HEC requirement of publications, teaching experience etc.

Dr. Mohammad Aslam Korai Ph.D. Inorganic from SALU, in his complaint mentioned that Registrar of Shah Abdul Latif University Khairpur advertised the posts of Professors BPS-21, Associate Professor BPS-20, Assistant Professors BPS-19 and Lecturers BPS-18 in March 2021. The Selection Board was scheduled to meet on July 2, 3 and 4, but surprisingly no interview calls were given to any candidate.

He pointed out that astonishingly two experts from the Inorganic Chemistry were called but one of expert Dr. Abdul Qayoom Jakhrani Associate Professor in QUEST was from Engineering University and was PhD in Environmental Engineering which was neither subject of Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry and Physical Chemistry. Second expert Prof. Dr. Ghulam Murtaza Mastoi in physical Chemistry was called. Selection Board did not observe codal procedure and 8 experts were not called in violation of SALU, Khairpur code.

He also alleged that Dr. Aneela D/o Mureed Hussain Ibupoto Registrar of Shah Ahah Abdul Latif University Khairpur appeared for Organic Chemistry while Director Chemistry Dr. Mushtaque Ali Jakhrani, who is very close to VC, had supported Dr. Aneela who is relative of VC. According to complainant, Dr. Aneela has been appointed as Assistant Professor in Organic Chemistry.

Further, one Atta Hussain Rind, who is not PhD nor has university level teaching experience, and was JST in education department, and simultaneously working as Research Associate since this semester – doing two jobs, was shown eligible in working paper of Selection Board; Khalid Hussain Bhutto who is not PhD nor has university level teaching experience and is doing teaching in a private school was shown eligible in working paper of selection board, as he is student of Dr. Mushtaque  Jakhrani; Aijaz Hussain Memon has no PhD nor university level teaching experience, teaching in IBA Community College as lecturer since a year, was also shown eligible in working paper of selection board as he is student of Dr. Mushtaque  Jakhrani, Director Institute of Chemistry department Shah Abdul Latif University KHairpur. Dr. Mushtaque Jakhrani’s son Shahid Hussain Jakhrani, who is MPhil and JST in Education department, working as Research Associate since this semester – doing two jobs simultaneously, was shown eligible in the Selection Board of Zoology department. Moreover, Azra Parveen Ansari W/O Sikandar Ali Janwari, Assistant Registrar working as teaching assistant since two semesters was shown eligible in Organic Chemistry by Selection Board as reciprocal favor to Director Chemistry.

Surprisingly, Shazia Solangi, MPhil, Vice Chancellor’s Personal Assistant (PA) was also declared eligible for the post of Assistant Professor.

The complainant pointed out that the Registrar of SALU is going to place the recommendations of selection board in the Syndicate without completing codal procedure fulfilling the requirements.

Dr. Aslam in his complaint had demanded the authority may investigate the appointments of Assistant Professors (BPS-19), Associate Professor (BPS-20) and Professor (BPS-21), restrain Selection Board recommendation approval in Syndicate till the complete investigation, and also restrain appointment of one hundred Lecturers BPS-18 till this investigation of irregularities is over.

However, Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Media Coordinator, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur in a statement rejected the allegations of the nepotism and Favoritism.

He said that minutes of the selection board still were not published, and will placed in the forthcoming meeting of the Syndicate of the University expected to held after Ashura to endorse the decision of the Selection board regarding fresh appointments as well as promotions. He said that Selection Board was held according to law, attended by the experts who examined the length of the services, experiences, degrees of PHD and other required documents.

He said that process of the fresh appointments and promotions was held in transparent way and on merit, and no any violation of the HEC Rules as well as University Code has been breached by Selection Board.

Meanwhile, Professor Akhtiar Ghumro, President Shah Abdul Latif University Teachers Association (SALUTA) urged upon University Administration to clear its position because if any incompetent person without required qualifications and experience, is appointed it will destroy the education of students.

He said that until the Syndicate meeting approves the selection board recommendations, nothing can be said with certainty in this regard.

He did not confirm about the CM’s inquiry Letter, however said that only Social Media has circulated such letter.

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Khairpur

A program was organized on Wednesday in connection with International Mother Language Day at the Institute of English Language & Literature, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur. The program was presided over by Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, Vice-Chancellor.

In his address, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said that languages are a major tool to communicate and Mother languages directly reach the heart. He said that it’s prestigious to speak in one’s own language. But unfortunately, today’s generation is feeling shame in speaking their own language. He appreciated the students for their beautiful performances.

Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Shah, Director Institute of English Language & Literature highlighted the importance of mother languages and shed light on the status of Sindhi language according to ethnologies of languages.

Mr. Abdul Qadir Dayo, along with his team, presented the digital story on variation in Sindhi language. Mr. Azhar, Ms. Iqra, with their teams, presented the adaptation of G.B Shah’s drama Pygmalion in Sindhi language. Ms. Masooma Inayat and Mr. Sajjad Gul presented their skit on Sindhi Boli. Ms. Hafsa, Ms. Masooma and their team presented their documentary on languages spoken in. Pakistan. Ms. Soohan, Ms. Kanwal, Mr. Jawad, Ms. Seema, Ms. Aysha delivered their speeches. Ms. Soohan Soomro and Talha Channa were hosts of the event. Mr. Abdul Rasheed Soomro read poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai to show his love for Sindhi Language.

Mr. Tanveer Hussain Mangnejo, the organizer of the event lauded the efforts of the students who participated in program. He also highlighted the importance of linguistic diversity and the role of the youth in it. Prof. Mukesh Kumar said that our students have once again proved that they can be torch bearers of mother languages. He stressed upon the use of mother languages.

Prof. Dr. Gulam Mustafa Mashori, Dean Faculty of Arts & Languages, Prof. Dr. Ameer Ali Chandio, Chairman Political Science, Prof. Dr. Naveed Ahmed Shaikh, Prof. Ishrat Ali Mirani, Mr. Mureed Hussain Ibupoto, Registrar and large number of faculty members and students attended the program.

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By Sanwal

Khairpur

Shah Abdul Latif University, (SALU) Khairpur has constituted a high powered inquiry committee consisting on the 4 Syndicate Members to probe in detail the issuance of bogus Examination Admit Cards.

Earlier seven employees of the university including an office bearer of Employees Welfare Association were suspended on the recommendation of an inquiry committee who found them involved in the scam.

Addressing a press conference on Sunday, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, said, “It is pathetic that 7 Employees were involved in the preparation of bogus slips during the Annual Examinations 2020.”

“On the complaint of aggrieved candidates a Fact Finding and Inquiry Committee was constituted and as a result the 7 employees were found involved in issuance of bogus slips and looting the innocent candidates. On the basis of the reports of The Facts Finding Committee the matter was placed in the last meeting of Syndicate. The Members of the Syndicate unanimously decided to place their services suspended,” he told and remarked that current strike of employees is the reaction of suspension of 7 Employees.

VC told that the university has resolved several issues of its agitating employees including payment of Rs.230 million pensionary benefits to the retired staff from grade 02 to grade 22, pending from year 2017 to 2021.

Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, who joined this institution on 2nd October 2020, told that before his joining, the salaries to the staff were not paid and the employees were staging protest. “Now the salaries and pensions are being disbursed timely on 1st Day of every month.”

About the recent strike by employees, Dr. Ibupoto told that since last 10 days, the Employees Welfare Association had launched strike. The University administration constituted a Negotiation Committee consisting of 5 members including Dean Faculty of Social Sciences as its Convener. The office bearers of Employees Welfare Association raised objection on the inclusion of 2 members who are the Members of the Syndicate and backed out from the negotiation process. They were invited to hold dialogue with the negotiation committee but they refused. As a result, a fresh committee was constituted on their demand but again they declined to hold dialogue. In the meantime, different panels met and many issues were resolved.”

Giving details, VC said that the issues resolved include release of 50% of enhanced salary as announced by the government; the arrears of 50% have been released to the employees from BPS-02 to BPS-16 on 17-12-2021. The release of Rs.2000 as Jersey Allowance has also been paid to the lower staff of class IV; part time allowance to drivers have been issued by the Registrar office on 17-12-2021 on the need basis as recommended by the Senior Transport Officer; the fresh Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) has been notified and its meeting has been fixed on 5th January 2021 in order to promote the employees from BPS-02 to BPS-16 as per rules. For Regularization of Ad hoc employees appointed on Diseased Quota, the Registrar office has issued a notification for calling a progress report from the relevant sections where they are performing their duties. After examining their cases they will get their regularization orders. The University has appointed 18 real heirs of Diseased Employees as per their qualification and also appointed 6 Lady Teachers in Model School on the demand of Employees Welfare Association. On the demand of Employees Welfare Association, Medical Health Insurance Committee has been constituted, wherein, the General Secretary of Employees Welfare Association also included as its member. The draft of the policy has been prepared and placed in the agenda of the next meeting of Syndicate. On the demand of the Employees, Medical Advisory Committee has been constituted to recommend the cases of medical bills of employees. Some 30 Employees as per technical policy as first instance have been awarded 2 higher grades. The revised salary is being disbursed to employees while 30 % of Leave Encashment to all employees from BPS-2 to BPS-22 has been paid. All Watchmen have been paid their arrears. House Building Loans of Rs.50000 each have been paid to 100 Employees. All the employees who are holding technical posts are given technical allowance. Rs.1000 Utility allowance has been paid to all the employees from BPS-2 to BPS-16. Driving Allowance has been allowed Rs.1250 per month to the Drivers. All Pakistan Tour has been restored for employees.

Dr. Ibupoto said that the some of the problems, in the jurisdiction of statuary bodies i.e. Finance Planning Committee, Syndicate, and Senate, will be resolved as per policy.

Prof. Dr. Ghulam Mustafa Mashori, Deans of Faculty of Arts & Languages, Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Director Media & Public Relations, Mureed Hussain Ibupoto Registrar and Nisar Ahmed Noonari, Director Finance were present at the Press Conference.

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