The University of Chitral organized an enlightening academic event today featuring a keynote lecture by the renowned Islamic scholar Hafiz Munir Ahmad on the topic “Islam: A Solution to Contemporary Challenges.” The event was organized by the Chief Proctor of the University, upon the instructions of the worthy Vice Chancellor, and was attended by a large number of students and faculty members.
The program commenced with a warm welcome address by Maulana Muhammad Naqib Ullah Razi, Faculty Member, Department of Islamic Studies, University of Chitral. In his opening remarks, he highlighted the relevance of the topic in the contemporary global context and emphasized the importance of such scholarly engagements for the moral and intellectual development of students.
The keynote speaker, Hafiz Munir Ahmad, delivered a comprehensive and insightful talk, elaborating on how Islam provides practical and timeless solutions to modern-day challenges including moral confusion, social injustice, and spiritual decline. Drawing upon the Qur’an, Sunnah, and examples from his extensive personal experiences across different parts of the world, he effectively connected Islamic teachings with contemporary realities. His address inspired students to reflect critically and positively on their roles as responsible individuals in society.
At the conclusion of the lecture, Dr. Ibad ur Rahman, Head of the Department of Islamic Studies, presented the concluding remarks. He expressed gratitude to the distinguished speaker for his valuable insights and appreciated the efforts of the organizers in arranging such a meaningful academic activity.
The event concluded with a collective prayer recited by the keynote speaker himself. Overall, the program was a successful academic and spiritual engagement, reinforcing the University of Chitral’s commitment to promoting knowledge, values, and thoughtful discourse among its students and faculty.
