Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: A special session was organized by the renowned academic and intellectual organization “Azhar” in Riyadh to honor Dr. Rashid Mahmood, the organization’s General Secretary, on the occasion of completing his PhD. The event celebrated Dr. Mahmood’s remarkable academic achievement and his contributions to both the academic and literary communities.
The session was chaired by renowned educationist Professor Gohar Rafique, while the duties of the moderator were performed by prominent literary figure and poet Mr. Yousuf Ali Yousuf. The event saw a wide range of distinguished speakers, including Mohsin Raza, a founding member of the Imagination Forum in Portugal and a renowned poet, who participated via video conference. Mohsin Raza expressed his gratitude to the patron-in-chief of Azhar, Professor Azmatullah Bhutta, for organizing the event and praised Dr. Mahmood’s dedication to his academic and literary pursuits.
In addition to Mohsin Raza, other speakers such as Shahid Khyalvi, Sabir Amani, Mansoor Mehboob, Professor Gohar Rafique, and Professor Azmatullah Bhutta took to the stage to celebrate Dr. Mahmood’s academic, literary, and professional services. They congratulated him for introducing a new model of management and for his unwavering commitment to education and scholarship.
During the event, the chief guest, Dr. Rashid Mahmood, addressed the audience and discussed the key themes of his PhD thesis, highlighting its relevance and practical applications. His speech was well-received, further emphasizing the significance of his work.
At the conclusion of the event, Professor Azmatullah Bhutta, on behalf of “Azhar,” presented Dr. Rashid Mahmood with an honorary shield as a token of appreciation for his dedication and contributions to the academic and literary fields.
The session was a fitting tribute to Dr. Mahmood’s achievements and a testament to the continuous support and encouragement provided by “Azhar” to its members in the pursuit of academic excellence.
