Rahim Yar Khan: [Riaz Hussain ReNews Pakistan]
In Rahim Yar Khan, the first Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certified Environmental Testing Laboratory in South Punjab has been inaugurated at Khawaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT).
The inauguration was carried out by Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), during his visit to the university.
The state of the art laboratory will provide advanced facilities for testing soil, water, and air quality. Its objective is not only to promote environmental protection but also to bridge the gap between academia and the industrial sector.
Addressing the ceremony, the HEC Chairman stated that the establishment of such research centers is essential for sustainable development, advanced research, and institutional improvement. He emphasized that aligning Pakistan’s higher education institutions with international standards is the need of the hour.
He further reiterated the government’s commitment to promoting higher education, improving research quality, and providing scholarships to students.
He noted that equipping youth with modern scientific facilities is crucial for the country’s development.
During the visit, the Vice Chancellor and other senior officials briefed the HEC Chairman on ongoing research projects, laboratories, and infrastructure development at the university. On this occasion, participation in green campus initiatives and a tree plantation campaign also reflected a renewed commitment to environmental protection.
It is worth mentioning that the university, established in 2014, is playing a significant role in promoting education and research in engineering, science, and information technology in South Punjab.