Universities’ students gathered at GCU to express solidarity with Palestinians, Kashmiris

A seminar held at GC University Lahore on Thursday witnessed a strong display of support by youth for the oppressed Muslim brothers and sisters of Palestine and Kashmir.

Students from more than eleven educational institutions, including Punjab University, UMT Lahore, University of Engineering and Technology, Home Economics University, and University of Gujarat, participated in the seminar organized by the Ex-Servicemen Society in collaboration with GCU Kashmir and Palestine societies.

During the seminar, students showcased their solidarity through mili nagmas, speeches, and dramatic performances, shedding light on the injustices and atrocities faced by their Palestinian and Kashmiri brethren.

Senator Lieutenant General (r) Abdul Qayyum, ASP Shehrbano Naqvi, GCU Faculty Dean Prof. Dr. Sultan Shah, Maulana Masoodur Rehman, and a large number of other speakers addressed the seminar.

Prof. Dr. Sultan Shah emphasized the pivotal role of GCU’s Kashmir and Palestine Societies in advocating for human rights and fostering awareness among students.

Senator Abdul Qayyum highlighted the significance of unity among Muslim nations in addressing the challenges faced by Kashmiris and Palestinians.

ASP Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi emphasized the role of universities in amplifying their voices on the global stage.

The seminar also witnessed the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Mushahid Anwar of the University of Gujarat, who expressed solidarity through poetry, echoing the sentiments of support for the people of Kashmir and Palestine.

Shaheer Gul Khan is a final-year student of English Literature at Government College University (GCU) Lahore. Strives to create a challenging and engaging environment having editor skills in freelancing, a goal-oriented. He can be reached at Twitter @HafizShaheerGu1.