JAMSHORO: The University of Sindh has launched a renewed initiative to enhance academic standards across its affiliated government colleges, with Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Fateh Muhammad Burfat? Wait—the provided text identifies Prof. Dr. Fateh Muhammad Mari (Tamgha-e-Imtiaz). (Using the provided information:) Prof. Dr. Fateh Muhammad Mari (Tamgha-e-Imtiaz) chaired a high-level meeting of principals of affiliated government colleges to formulate a joint strategy for improving the quality of higher education.
The meeting, held at the Vice Chancellor’s office, was attended by Registrar Sajid Qayyum Memon, Director Colleges Muhammad Mashooq Siddiqui, Controller of Annual Examinations Ehsanullah Shah Rashdi, and principals of affiliated government colleges.
During the meeting, participants reviewed the academic performance of affiliated colleges and discussed key issues, including the admissions process, timely and transparent conduct of annual examinations, academic discipline, improvement of educational infrastructure, and strengthening coordination between the university and affiliated colleges.
The principals briefed the meeting on the performance, achievements, and challenges of their respective institutions and appreciated the university’s continued support in improving educational outcomes.
The participants unanimously agreed to work in close coordination to raise the standard of education in affiliated colleges and ensure that students receive quality higher education. It was also decided to maintain regular institutional communication and take practical measures to address administrative and academic shortcomings.
Addressing the meeting, Vice Chancellor Dr. Mari emphasized the importance of strong academic governance, modern teaching facilities, timely examinations, and effective coordination between the university and its affiliated institutions.
Expressing concern over the shortage of laboratory facilities in some colleges, he directed principals to assess the scientific infrastructure of their institutions, ensure the availability of essential laboratory equipment, establish standard laboratories, and modernize practical learning facilities. He said quality science education is only possible when students have access to fully equipped laboratories that provide opportunities for hands-on learning.
The Vice Chancellor also stressed the need to strengthen college libraries by adding updated textbooks, reference materials, research journals, and digital learning resources. He noted that modern libraries play a vital role in promoting reading habits, research skills, and critical thinking among students.
Highlighting the importance of extracurricular and co-curricular activities, Dr. Mari instructed principals to regularly organize sports and other student development programs, stating that physical fitness, healthy competition, and balanced personality development are essential components of quality education.
He further directed Director Colleges Muhammad Mashooq Siddiqui to remain in close contact with all affiliated colleges to ensure effective coordination in organizing inter-college sports competitions and other student-friendly activities aimed at promoting holistic development.
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