Rawalakot: The newly elected President of the historic and influential organization, Sadhan Educational Conference, Sardar Shazib Shabbir Khan, has reaffirmed his commitment to advancing education and social welfare in the region. Speaking at a dinner hosted in his honor, he emphasized that the organization will continue its mission of serving the community without discrimination, while introducing new initiatives such as student scholarships and career counseling programs.
“We do not need a certificate of patriotism — our ancestors tied their fate to Pakistan even before its establishment,” Sardar Shazib stated. “It is our duty to pass on the legacy of their unmatched character and national service to future generations.”
The dinner was hosted by Dr. Sardar Muhammad Tahir Tabassum, President of the Institute of Peace and Development (INSPAD) and a former government advisor, who also served as the chief guest. He praised the young president, describing him as a dynamic and educated leader with the potential to further strengthen the century-old organization’s impact. Dr. Tabassum also noted that the inclusion of women and youth in the organization’s structure marks a positive and progressive shift.
During his address, Sardar Shazib highlighted the national contributions of Ghazi-e-Millat Sardar Ibrahim Khan and Captain Hussain Khan Shaheed, calling their political and military services part of the proud history of the Kashmiri struggle.
The prestigious event was attended by a large number of prominent personalities from various walks of life, including:
Former Minister Sardar Tahir Anwar Former Chairman Accountability Bureau Sardar Naeem Shiraz Retired Deputy Commissioner Sardar Tahir Mahmood Renowned educationists Prof. Dr. Salim Khan, Prof. Mansha Khan, Prof. Dr. Rafiq Khan, Prof. Farooq Khan
Councilors Sardar Javed Naz Advocate, Sardar Amir Khurshid, Sardar Naeem Khan Chief Executive of Meri Roshni Trust Ijaz Hijazi
Social figures Dr. Nawaz Khan, Babar Ijaz Mirza, Israr Chughtai, Sardar Shahnawaz Sarwar Senior journalists Shaukat Ali Naz, Mehboob Lone, Abid Siddiq Community leaders Sardar Abdul Razaq, Rashid Nazir, and Sajid Anwar The gathering served as both a celebration of new leadership and a reaffirmation of the Sadhan Educational Conference’s unwavering commitment to public service, educational development, and national pride.
