Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute (GIKI) in Pakistan organized Industrial Open House 2024 to showcase the innovative projects of its final-year students. During his address, Mr. Jamil Akhtar—a WAPDA member and Chief Guest—emphasized the need for creative solutions to address national challenges and the crucial role Universities like GIKI play in resolving various issues. “WAPDA has been playing a key role in the development of Pakistan since its inception and right moves for a greater role to fulfill the country’s electricity requirements,” he said. He also announced the establishment of WAPDA University, like GIK Institute. Former Chairman WAPDA, Mr. Shakil Durrani, Executive Director of the Society for the Promotion of Engineering Sciences and Technology in Pakistan (SOPREST), also attended the event.
Prof. Dr. Fazal Ahmad Khalid, Rector of GIK Institute, said that the GIKI faculty has focused on research activities and inspired the students, which was the main reason that leading multinational companies worldwide had hired their produced students. “Graduates of GIK Institute are in great demand among companies around the world, and we are proud to produce students of such caliber who can play a huge contributing role in the country’s economy,” he remarked, adding that in December, the Institute has planned to celebrate three decades of excellence.
Over 100 Companies participated in the GIKI Industrial Open House 2024. At the 2-Days event, 135 final-year projects were displayed, providing a platform for students to showcase their talent to 100+ companies. Industry leaders interacted with students, fostering knowledge exchange and potential employment prospects. During the event, companies interacted with students, shortlisted candidates, and conducted interviews for recruitment purposes.
In recognition of excellence, certificates were awarded to the top projects from each department, honoring the students’ hard work and dedication.
