BACK

PU Book Club holds special Ramazan edition

Our Correspondent
Sunday, Mar 16, 2025

LAHORE: Punjab University Library organiaed a special Ramazan edition of its monthly Book Club program at the library’s auditorium.

On this occasion, Chief Librarian Dr M Haroon Usmani, Director Institute of Islamic Studies Prof Dr Asim Naeem, CSAS Assistant Prof Dr Mariam Kamal, faculty members and students were present.

The selected books for the month were ‘What is to be Done? Modernity, Islam and Pakistan’ by Syed Sardar Ali and an Urdu translation by Tahir Najeeb Raja of Muhammad (PBUH): 11 Leadership Qualities That Changed the World by Nabeel Al Azami.

Dr Asim Naeem while conducting the session on Urdu book provided an in-depth analysis of the book, which outlines the leadership traits of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and their application in various spheres of life. The book discusses qualities such as integrity, vision, humility, and strategic decision-making, illustrating their timeless impact on personal and professional development.

Dr Mariam Kamal led the discussion on Sardar Ali’s book. She elaborated on how Syed Sardar Ali critically examined contemporary socio-political challenges, advocating for intellectual and practical reforms to address modern-day societal issues.

The book explores themes of governance, justice, and societal transformation, emphasising the role of responsible leadership and active citizen participation.