Islamabad (Agencies): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday laid the foundation stone of Al-Qadir University for Sufism at Sohawa in Jhelum district, Radio Pakistan reported.
Addressing the groundbreaking ceremony, PM Imran expressed the hope that the university will impart modern education to youth on the basis of ideology of Pakistan. He said Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) had emphasized for attaining education in order to excel in life. The PM stated no society can progress without education.
The Prime Minister said the Muslim world produced eminent scientists and researchers in history because they followed the teachings of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) in letter and spirit.
He said when he started politics 23 years ago his aim was to translate into reality the vision of our founding fathers.
Imran Khan said Pakistan was to establish as an Islamic welfare state on the pattern of Madina. He said state of Madina was based on upholding of law and justice and it took responsibility of the welfare of poor, elderly and women.
Imran Khan said justice and welfare of people are prerequisite to keep a country stable and secure.