Mandi Bahauddin Marks 149th Birth Anniversary of Allama Iqbal with Special Ceremony
Deputy Commissioner Chaudhry Adeel Haider Baryar Highlights Iqbal’s Philosophy of Khudi and Its Relevance for Youth
By Raja Muhammad Ayub
MANDI BAHAUDDIN: A dignified ceremony was held at District Jinnah Public School and College, Mandi Bahauddin, to mark the 149th birth anniversary of Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal, the renowned Poet of the East and Thinker of Pakistan.
Deputy Commissioner Mandi Bahauddin Chaudhry Adeel Haider Baryar attended the event as the chief guest. Other prominent participants included Additional Deputy Commissioner (Headquarters) Muhammad Shafqat; college principal Professor Tariq Javed; Board of Governors member Chaudhry Zulqarnain Sahi; District Education Officer Maroof Ahmed Ranjha; daily Sama (Lahore) District Bureau Chief and PTV News representative Raja Muhammad Ayub; Muhammad Ibrahim Tariq from Abbottabad; Mian Wasiq Anwar; Raja Adil Mahboob; and several other distinguished guests.
Deputy Commissioner Highlights Iqbal’s Message
Addressing the gathering, Deputy Commissioner Chaudhry Adeel Haider Baryar said that Allama Iqbal’s philosophy of Khudi (selfhood), his vision for Pakistan and his message of thought and action continue to serve as a guiding light for humanity.
He observed that through his poetry and intellectual vision, Iqbal inspired the idea of an independent and sovereign homeland for the Muslims of the subcontinent, a vision that ultimately contributed to the creation of Pakistan.
The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that educational institutions have an important responsibility to introduce students to Iqbal’s philosophy and encourage them to incorporate his teachings into their everyday lives.
He said that the younger generation could contribute effectively to national development by embracing knowledge, strong character and purposeful action.
Principal Pays Tribute to Iqbal’s Philosophy
Principal Professor Tariq Javed also delivered an address in which he paid tribute to Allama Iqbal’s poetry, philosophy and services to the nation.
He stressed that the responsibility of the present generation is to work towards making Pakistan a strong, prosperous and developed country. He highlighted the importance of unity, faith, hard work and the pursuit of knowledge in achieving this national objective.
The ceremony provided an opportunity for participants to remember Iqbal’s intellectual legacy and reflect on the continuing relevance of his message for students and future generations.
