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Remarks of Visiting Dignitaries

A number of highly distinguished guests from all over the world visit our campuses
Date Name Designation Remarks
16 Jul 2026 Mr Nasir Shah Director General, Quality Assurance, Higher Education Commission (HEC) It was a pleasure to visit The University of Faisalabad today. I am truly impressed by the University's commitment to empowering youth through quality education, leadership development, and meaningful initiatives that contribute to society. My sincere appreciation goes to Dr Muhammad Hamza Amin for his visionary leadership and dedication to creating impactful opportunities for young people. Best wishes for continued success.
03 Sep 2025 Prof Dr Naseem Sahrai Principal ALIZ College Today, a very soulful Mehfil-e-Milad and an exhibition on Seerat-e-Pak were held and arranged by the Department of Islamic Studies. Both events were very well organized and presented. Light and blessings on all participants. May Allah (SWT) bless them all who contributed in any sense.
03 Sep 2025 Mian Amer Mahmood Chairman, Punjab Group Chance to get to know about the university, Thanks to Dr Ch. Abdul Rehman, Chairman Superior Group, and Mian Haider Amin, Chairman BOG, TUF.
27 Jun 2025 Madam Saima Aziz Director, Centre For International Relations, GIFT University What an amazing place to visit, full of feelings of blessings and spirituality. I wish global academia to must visit this place and evaluate the research in their curriculum in business, arts, and technologies associated with this piece.
30 May 2025 Prof Dr Jo Chitlik Emory University, USA, CSLR Senior Fellow I have had the honor of visiting this beautiful library & the Islamic exhibition room. I have been captivated by the 'vision' of the founder. Thank you for touching my life.
30 Apr 2025 H.E Sheikhnur Mohamed Ambassador of Somalia I am very happy to visit The University of Faisalabad today. Thank you to everyone who welcomed us.
21 Feb 2025 Professor James Wolffsohn Dean of Optometry at Aston University, UK A wonderful, sunlit campus with cheerful and engaged students. It’s truly inspiring to experience such a vibrant and thriving place of learning.
31 Jan 2025 Prof Dr Syed Irfan Hyder Vice Chancellor, Salim Habib University, Karachi It was exciting to explore the library and witness the love for literature and Islamic artifacts. This treasure of knowledge deserves to be presented and further explored through PhD research in Urdu Studies or Islamic Studies.
25 Jan 2025 Prof Datuk Dr Shahrin Bin Sahib Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia All the best to all.
09 Jan 2025 Mr Hamid Abbas Lafta Ambassador of Iraq The services of Madinah Foundation in the fields of education and healthcare at both national and international levels are commendable. The University of Faisalabad deserves accolades for its outstanding global university rankings. The Embassy of Iraq in Pakistan is keen to develop mutual academic collaborations between TUF and leading universities in Iraq.
07 Mar 2012 Alfredo Leoni Ambassador of Brazil It has been a privilege to visit The University of Faisalabad and the Madina Group. I praise both for their achievements.
25 Feb 2012 M. H. Banagadi Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran Impressed by the efforts made across this academic complex. Wish Mian Sahib and the team all the best.
12 Jul 2011 Lt Gen (R) Khalid Maqbool Former Governor of Punjab Visiting after a few years, I am impressed with the progress—new buildings have been added and faculty quality has advanced vastly. I admire Mian Hanif’s vision.
22 Sep 2010 Murtaza Ali Shah MD, National Foundation for Resource Development I appreciate the spirit and pray for the longevity of this vision. Madina Group is a leading champion in social welfare.
18 May 2010 Dr. Ahmed Shadoul Maternal, Neonatal & Child Health Officer, WHO Honored by the invitation to Madinah Teaching Hospital. The institutional environment and innovative documentation supported by WHO are impressive.
10 May 2010 Ishak Latuconsina Ambassador of Indonesia Deeply impressed by the quality of education. I wish a successful and bright future for the university and the well-being of its faculty.
16 Nov 2009 Prof Dr M. H. Mubbashar Vice Chancellor, University of Health Sciences, Lahore Scientific excellence, moral values, and progressive growth are institutionalized here. I salute those who created and implemented this vision.
05 Mar 2009 Muhammad Idris CEO, Sitara Group Wonderful international standards across all academic activities. Being from Faisalabad, I am proud to have this institution in our city.
21 Feb 2009 Ijaz Ahmed Deputy Secretary, Govt of Punjab Participants of the PMS Officers course visited the campus and received an informative briefing on the role of Madina Group and TUF. An excellent visit.
22 Oct 2008 Prof Sheraz Burki Dean, Institute of Oral Health Sciences, DOW University I appreciate this vision and sincerity of cause. The work done is commendable. I wish this institute a bright future.
18 Aug 2008 Prof Dr Khalid Mahmood Khan, Prof Dr Habibullah Jamal, Prof Dr M. Zafarullah PhD Program Evaluation Committee The committee visited under preplanned programs and was highly impressed by the university's overall quality. We wish them the best of luck.
24 Jul 2008 Prof M. Khurshid Khan School of Engineering, University of Bradford, UK Grateful for the hospitality. You have excellent facilities and staff. I wish you all success and hope our universities can collaborate.
15 May 2008 Kavita Dwibedi Odissi Dancer & Director, Odissi Academy, New Delhi Fortunate to perform here. Three words describe it: Good Values, Good Education, and Good Goals. The love and care exceeded my expectations.
15 May 2008 Satya Paul Secretary-General, South Asian Fraternity, New Delhi An inspiring example of utilizing industrial profits for human development through education and medical care to build a sustainable nation.
10 Apr 2008 Faridullah Khan Managing Director, ENERCON Spiritual and temporal values coming together in a responsible mix of corporate social responsibility. Keep it up!
09 Apr 2008 Maqbool-ur-Rahman Director, United Industries Ltd Remarkable work for the benefit of mankind by Mian Hanif and his associates. May God give them strength to promote this sacred cause.
04 Apr 2008 Dr. Pawan Kumar Expert, Asian Productivity Organization (APO) A stimulating environment for scholastic pursuit with a courteous faculty and student community. Please keep up the good work.
31 Mar 2008 Stephen P. Wade Director of New Business Asia A very impressive tour. Extensive laboratories and very articulate staff. Thank you for this excellent contribution to education in Faisalabad.
31 Mar 2008 Douglas Tinsler Sr Vice President, Chemonics International, USA Thank you for the comprehensive briefing. I hope that in the future, The University of Faisalabad continues its remarkable progress.
29 Mar 2008 Prof Dr M. H. Mubbashar Vice Chancellor, University of Health Sciences (UHS) Most impressed by the leadership, infrastructure, faculty, and moral values. Hats off to Mian Hanif Sahib! UHS is very proud of your medical colleges and affiliation.
30 Jan 2008 Maqbool Elahi Malik Ministry of Human Rights, Punjab A beautiful educational institution with a highly educated staff. I pray for its continued improvement and prosperity.
29 Jan 2008 Muhammad Afzal Haq Director, Intelligence Bureau, Govt of Pakistan Visiting this island of excellence was a pleasant experience. The layout indicates the devotion of its founder. It is a true gift for Faisalabad.
26 Jan 2008 Mrs. Anake Srimani Wife of the Ambassador of Thailand I have had an excellent impression of your university. The facilities and setup here compare impressively with top institutions abroad.
26 Jan 2008 Ambassador of Vietnam Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Thank you for the warm hospitality. I am glad to see the university so well equipped and planned, and I am sure it will achieve further advancements.
26 Jan 2008 Ms. Yuyan Rahayu Chargé d'Affaires, Embassy of Indonesia On my second visit here, I see great progress in infrastructure and educational quality for the success and development of Pakistan.
29 May 2007 Mathieu Pinel Director, Alliance Française de Lahore I have been very warmly welcomed into this promising University of Faisalabad. I wish TUF every success.
23 Apr 2007 Shahzad A. Sheikh Director, Arshad Group A wonderful experience visiting this beautiful campus. It is a great contribution to upgrading education standards in Faisalabad.
29 Mar 2007 Prof Ian Rouse Executive Dean, Victoria University, Australia Thank you for the very warm welcome to your wonderful young university, which has great promise and a dynamic future. I look forward to collaborative work.
04 Feb 2007 Engr Dr. M. Akram Sheikh Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission of Pakistan Greatly impressed with the commitment and passion with which this university has been established. The private sector understands the importance of higher education and S&T for growth.
15 Jan 2007 Prof Dr Riaz H. Qureshi Advisor (QA & LI), HEC Islamabad Visiting The University of Faisalabad is always a pleasure. The management, learning environment, and academic progress are very impressive.
09 Jan 2007 Dr. Arif Ali Zaidi Vice Chancellor, GC University Faisalabad A memorable visit to an impressive, well-planned facility backed with commitment and devotion. Great work!
28 Dec 2006 Brig Akhtar Zamin Chairman, EOBI An impressive institution that deserves government support. I wish the founders Godspeed in all their endeavors.
27 Dec 2006 Zouhaier Dhaouadi Ambassador of Tunisia I pray for success for the workers, faculty members, and students so that they may play a great role in the educational development of this region.
12 Dec 2006 Abdul Jabbar Shaheen Regional Director, Anti-Corruption Establishment, Faisalabad Very clean premises, well-maintained facilities, and excellent ambiance. The debate competition on corruption was well planned and participated in.
07 Dec 2006 Muhammad Ayub Sabir President, Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry It is a matter of immense pleasure to attend this event organized by the MBA and BBA students of TUF. I wish all of them a prosperous future.
09 Nov 2006 Zafaruddin Mahmood Consul General of Pakistan, Shanghai I am greatly inspired and impressed by the spirit behind this university. I will do my best to assist in establishing linkages with Chinese universities.
12 Oct 2006 Muhammad Saeed Sheikh Chairman, APTPMA It was a very good experience, and I am proud of the university's activities in Faisalabad.
06 Sep 2006 Bryan D. Hunt Principal Officer, US Consulate General Lahore A very impressive initiative. Best wishes for continued success.
05 Sep 2006 Maj Gen (R) Mahboob-ul-Hassan Visiting Dignitary An impressive, philanthropic, Islamic-based facility for the benefit of the public. I pray for its success.
30 Aug 2006 Ch. Afzal Assistant Director Visited with trainee officers and found a very good environment, nice faculty members, and well-equipped labs. I wish them all the best.
18 Jul 2006 High Commissioner of Kenya High Commission of Kenya National economic and social development cannot succeed unless education is prioritized. Madina Foundation is doing a commendable job in nation-building through education and social service.
13 Jul 2006 Sabur Ghayur Chairman, Policy Planning Cell, Ministry of Labour It has been a pleasure to visit this university established under the Madina Group. I thank them for establishing this institution and offer my best wishes.
08 Jul 2006 Syed Anwar Mahmood Secretary, Ministry of Health Visiting this exciting institution was a great learning experience. It symbolizes the spirit of public service and proves that good intentions and hard work pay off.
05 Jul 2006 Sajid Hassan Education Secretary, Government of Pakistan I am greatly impressed with the facilities created for furthering education. Pakistan needs this support, and with people like the sponsors here, our efforts will achieve great heights.
23 Jun 2006 Huzaima Bukhari Editor, Tax Review Unbelievable! Full credit for conceiving such an idea, which will go a long way in uplifting Faisalabad and its surrounding regions.
23 Jun 2006 Dr. Ikram ul Haq Tax Advisor / Author A remarkable institution. The founder deserves great appreciation for his vision and dedication to his city and people.
20 Jun 2006 Azhar Majeed Khalid Project Director, CARE CBR A state-of-the-art institute. All sections visited reveal that ample care and attention have been given to its establishment, which will greatly contribute to capacity building and career formation.
30 May 2006 Tariq Kirmani Chairman & CEO, PIA It makes me proud to see the great effort put into building this university. Congratulations to Mian Muhammad Hanif for providing this institution to Faisalabad.
24 May 2006 Dr. N. M. Butt Chairman, Pakistan Science Foundation I am greatly impressed by the quality of the students and laboratory facilities. The faculty is keen to advance, and I am confident the university will make a great name in the future.
23 May 2006 Ali Awadh Asseri Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan I am very proud of what I have seen today at The University of Faisalabad. I pray for the success of this wonderful institution and for the people of my second home, Pakistan.
13 May 2006 Dr. Salman Shah Advisor to PM on Finance & Economic Affairs It was a pleasant surprise to see such a great university. The institution's mission is aligned with national goals, and I pray for a bright future for this great institution.
10 May 2006 Brig Hafeez Ahmad Managing Director, Utility Stores Corporation Faisalabad University provides great service and is so well organized that it reflects many virtues. It is always a pleasure to visit and exchange views here.
22 Apr 2006 Lt Gen (R) Javed Ashraf Qazi Federal Minister for Education It is a pleasure to see this wonderful effort in the private sector. I am sure that the zeal I observed will enable this university to establish itself as a top institution of learning in the country.
20 Apr 2006 M. Abdullah Yusuf Chairman, Central Board of Revenue (CBR) It was a great pleasure to visit this impressive facility, which will be a major contribution to social welfare. I wish the founders and management the best of luck.
15 Apr 2006 Nadeem Shaukat Visiting Dignitary I am highly impressed with the setup and warm welcome. I appreciate the opportunity provided and thank the VC, Administrator, and staff for the arrangement.
06 Apr 2006 Hassan Nawaz Tarar Secretary Labour, Government of Punjab I am very pleased to be here. This private-sector university is a valuable addition to the academic world of Faisalabad. I hope it will play a key role in broadening knowledge and skills.
01 Apr 2006 Maj Gen Farrukh Javed Chairman, National Highway Authority (NHA) It was a pleasant experience visiting this island of excellence. The layout of the premises indicates the clarity of mind of those behind this project.
25 Mar 2006 Yasin Tahir Director General, Intellectual Property Organization (IPO), Islamabad The University of Faisalabad is sterling proof of private-sector excellence. I wish this higher education project the best of success.
22 Mar 2006 Mahmood S. Alam Collector Sales Tax & Federal Excise, Faisalabad It provided me with a good opportunity to reflect upon my student years. A very neat and impressive campus. Wish it all success.
21 Mar 2006 Syed Asif Shah Secretary Commerce, Government of Punjab This visit is an uplifting experience. The university is a tribute to the vision and dedication of its founders. I pray for its continued success.
21 Mar 2006 Braj Kishore Tripathy Member of Parliament, India Wishing lots of luck to Pakistan. India desires cooperation, friendship, and peace with Pakistan.
21 Mar 2006 Tracy Newell Consular Section, US Embassy Wonderful university with wonderful students. Keep up the excellent work!
18 Mar 2006 Tahir Raza Naqvi Commissioner, Punjab Employees Social Security Institution It was indeed a great honor and privilege to visit this prestigious institution. The multipurpose campus is impressive in design and imagination. Faisalabad certainly needed such an institution of learning.
15 Mar 2006 Faizullah Khilji Chairman, National Tariff Commission A most impressive effort, precisely where it is most needed. One wishes the best for such an enterprise.
08 Mar 2006 Muhammad Bashir Tahir Collector of Customs, Faisalabad It is a wonderful start that will have a far-reaching impact on the development of this country.
08 Mar 2006 Saeed Ahmad Alvi Secretary Commerce & Investment, Govt of Punjab I am delighted to see the concept, structure, and futuristic vision that is being pursued with commitment. I wish every success to the university management and hope that soon it will be a star institution in the galaxy of world-class universities.
08 Mar 2006 Abdullah Akmal Visiting Dignitary We took a round of the university, and I must say it is truly a first-class institution. May Allah bless all those concerned with this noble act.
08 Mar 2006 Zubair Faisal Abbasi National Project Manager, UNDP / Ministry of Commerce I felt proud to be here and meet with the faculty heads. May this university grow bigger and address the problems of Pakistan with a strong resolve to solve them.
07 Mar 2006 M. M. Qureshi President, Supreme Court Bar Association Highly impressive. I wish there were more groups like Madina Group.
04 Mar 2006 Shahid Nazir CEO, Masood Textile Mills This university is a great asset for Faisalabad. I wish all the best to the students studying here and good health to the sponsors of this university.
28 Feb 2006 Imtiaz Rastgar CEO, Engineering Development Board (EDB) I am impressed with the dedication and care with which this project has been established and executed. I wish all success for its future.
15 Jan 2006 Prof Dr Riaz Ahmad Tariq Vice Chancellor, University of Sargodha The University of Faisalabad is a beautiful place to visit, making good progress every day. I wish it to stand out as a unique institution in the future.
10 Dec 2005 Head of Benchmarking Services NPO, Ministry of Industries & Production The ambiance was not only impressive but an eye-opener for me to see such state-of-the-art facilities here.
29 Sep 2005 Dr. Samar Mubarakmand Chairman, NESCOM A very well-planned university laid out on an imaginative roadmap. The faculty is dedicated, well-educated, and hardworking. The flower of good education blooming with high Islamic values is evident everywhere. I wish great progress to the university.
14 Apr 2005 Asim-ul-Haq Visiting Dignitary It was a great experience to meet young and highly commendable mentors.
17 Mar 2005 Dr. Christoph Brümmer Ambassador of Germany Congratulations on this most impressive institution of higher education.
08 Mar 2005 Mrs. Asma Hamid Saeed Social Worker An excellent beginning for the students of Faisalabad. Well done!
01 Feb 2005 Muhammad Akram Chaudhry Additional Secretary Education, Punjab Excellent arrangements; highly appreciated by PBCC. Impressive educational projects and media links.
25 Jan 2005 Prof Dr Riaz H. Qureshi Advisor, Higher Education Commission (HEC) An upcoming institution with a very bright future.
25 Jan 2005 Prof Dr Riaz Ahmad Tariq Vice Chancellor, University of Sargodha A very promising institution. Congratulations!
16 Dec 2004 Executive Director Higher Education Commission (HEC) A beautiful campus with tremendous potential.
13 Dec 2004 Consul General of Russia Consulate General of Russia I was very much impressed by what I learned about The University of Faisalabad and wish its staff and students all the success in the years to come.
24 Aug 2004 Lt Gen (R) M. Akram Khan Vice Chancellor, UET Lahore It has been a great pleasure to visit the Chairman at the Faisalabad campus. It has come up very well.
11 Aug 2004 Ambassador of Indonesia Embassy of Indonesia It is a great effort, not only for Dunya but also for Akhirah. I hope Allah blesses this university.
11 Aug 2004 Muhammad Saleem Umar CEO, Institute of Bankers Pakistan (IBP) It was a wonderful and fruitful experience. I wish them every success.
11 Aug 2004 Ishrat Hussain Governor, State Bank of Pakistan I wish the university authorities, faculty, and students the best of luck in their efforts to provide quality education.
02 Aug 2004 Aziz Memon Chairman, Textile Quota Supervisory Council, EPB Very impressed to see the facilities; you are doing a great job. Please keep it up.
10 May 2004 Irangani Silva Visiting Dignitary A beautiful setup for the university. May they continue to do even better in the future.
01 May 2004 Jahangir Khan World Champion Squash Player It was wonderful to visit this unique university, and I wish all the students and the organization the best of luck. I hope to see many great talents and names emerge for Pakistan.
17 Feb 2004 Muhammad Senator, Senate of Pakistan A memorable visit. Education must be of quality and at affordable rates. May Allah bless you and grant you success in your efforts.
14 Dec 2003 Maj Gen Rashid Qureshi DGNG, GHQ Pakistan Army The University of Faisalabad is a noble undertaking, and I pray it helps Pakistan achieve its potential by educating our very talented youth. My compliments and good wishes to Mian Sahib, who has utilized his inspiration to produce such an asset for the country.
27 Oct 2003 Malik Khuda Bakhsh SSP / Special Branch Highly noble and intellectual pursuit based on altruism—a welfare-oriented project. As a pioneer and icon of learning, Mian Hanif deserves rich tributes for laying the foundation of an everlasting prospect. I wish him and the university every success.
11 Jul 2003 Zafar Abbas Lak District Police Officer, Faisalabad The University of Faisalabad, led by Mian Hanif, stands as a noble and purposeful addition to the country’s educational landscape, destined to be acknowledged and remembered by the people of this area.
28 May 2003 Khalid Hanif Additional Secretary, H.E. I appreciate the intent of Mian Rashid and Mian Hanif to provide quality education and an excellent academic atmosphere for the students.
26 May 2003 Tahir Hussain D.C.O., Faisalabad A dream comes true for the people of Faisalabad. With this noble cause, all the best for all the times to come.
24 May 2003 Ch Zaheer Uddin Khan Minister E.S.W Punjab The city of Faisalabad should be thankful to Mian Hanif Sahab for the wonderful job he has done for this city.
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