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Geography Platinum Jubilee (1944-2019)
Geography Platinum Jubilee (1944-2019)


Department of Geography celebrated its Platinum Jubilee (1944-2019) on 5th December, 2019. PU Worthy Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar was the chief guest on the day. The faculty and many prominent Alumni Geographers attended the ceremony including Dr. Maryam K. Ilahi, the first Ph.D. female of Pakistan. Chairman Department of Geography, Prof. Dr. Safdar Ali Shirazi enlightened on the past and current achievements of the department. Vice Chancellor addressed the audience and assured full support for the students and faculty of the Department of Geography. The ceremony was concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony to celebrate the 75 years of the Department.