KARACHI: Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi has emphasised that universities must give special attention to providing education aligned with modern technology, research and the evolving needs of industry.
He expressed these views during a meeting with vice chancellors of public and private universities in Sindh here.
Representatives of public and private universities presented proposals regarding funding, installation of solar panels, reappointment of faculty members after retirement, reduction in faculty tax rates and other institutional issues.The governor assured that efforts would be made to implement the proposals and recommendations presented by the VCs at the earliest.
He called on universities to provide young people with greater opportunities to advance in modern education, technology, research and Artificial Intelligence, enabling them to meet the demands of the rapidly changing global economy.
Vice Chancellors and representatives from 10 public universities of Sindh participated in the meeting, while chancellors, VCs and representatives from more than 30 private universities also attended. -Dawn Report