President SOPREST Engr. Salim Saifullah Khan Visits GIK Institute, Inaugurates New Padel Court and Boys Hostel-14
Visit included meetings with Institute leadership, faculty, international students, academic toppers and students returning from international internships
The President of the Society for the Promotion of Engineering Sciences and Technology in Pakistan (SOPREST), Engr. Salim Saifullah Khan, visited the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIK Institute) today. During the visit, he inaugurated two new campus facilities and met faculty and students from across the Institute.
The President was received by Rector Prof. Dr. Fazal Ahmad Khalid, SI, and the Pro-Rectors. His engagements included a meeting with the Rector and Pro-Rectors, followed by an interaction with Deans and Heads of Departments.
The President formally inaugurated the Institute’s new Padel Court at the Sports Complex. The court adds to GIKI’s sports facilities and gives students another avenue for fitness, recreation and healthy competition. He also inaugurated the New Boys Hostel-14. These additions expand GIKI’s recreational and residential facilities, supporting an enriching campus experience for students.
A key part of the visit was the President’s time with students. His meeting with international students from Bangladesh reflected the Institute’s growing international footprint. He also met GIKI’s academic toppers and congratulated them on their achievements. In addition, he met students who recently completed international internships in the USA, Canada, South Korea, Germany, Saudi Arabia and other countries. These students shared their experiences abroad, showing the global exposure GIKI students continue to gain.
The visit highlighted GIK Institute’s continued commitment to academic excellence, student development and the expansion of campus facilities, alongside opportunities that connect its students with the wider world.
