Kohsar University Murree

𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐛 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐬. 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐡𝐳𝐚𝐝𝐢 𝐚𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐫 𝐊𝐔𝐌 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞
Honourable Governor Punjab, Sardar Saleem Haider Khan, has appointed Ms. Mahwash Shahzadi as Registrar of K*M on additional charge with immediate effect. According to the official notification, the appointment has been made to ensure the smooth administrative functioning of the university until a regular appointment is made. The university administration has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining transparency, institutional discipline, and the promotion of quality education under the new administrative arrangement.

𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐲, 𝐊𝐨𝐡𝐬𝐚𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚-𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
The students of the Department of Botany, Kohsar University Murree, under the supervision of Dr. Riffat Batool, achieved a remarkable milestone by securing 1st Position at the 3rd Idea-Fest 2026 hosted by Rawalpindi Women University. The prestigious event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students representing 19 universities from across Pakistan, providing a competitive platform for innovative ideas, research, and academic excellence. This outstanding achievement is a matter of great pride for Kohsar University Murree and reflects the students’ innovation, teamwork, creativity, and unwavering dedication. The accomplishment also highlights the commitment of the university and its faculty toward promoting quality education, research, and experiential learning opportunities for students.

𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫. 𝐃𝐫. 𝐑𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐦𝐭𝐚𝐳 (𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞) 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐡 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭
Professor. Dr. Rafia Mumtaz, Vice Chancellor of Kohsar University Murree, paid a distinguished visit to Allah Walay Trust (AWF) on the invitation of Mr. Khalid Mahmood Head Youth Programs AWF to explore potential avenues of collaboration between Allah Walay Trust and Kohsar University Murree. During the visit, comprehensive discussions were held regarding future partnerships focused on students’ educational initiatives, and community engagement programs. Mr. Khalid Mahmood emphasized the significance of strengthening educational opportunities for deserving students and expressed his keen interest in organizing community-oriented educational activities in collaboration with Kohsar University Murree. Addressing the students and participants, Professor Dr. Rafia Mumtaz shared her inspiring life journey, reflecting on the challenges, experiences, and achievements that shaped her professional career and ultimately led her to the esteemed position of Vice Chancellor. Her insightful and motivational address encouraged students to remain steadfast in pursuing their goals, overcome challenges with determination and resilience, and contribute positively to society through education, leadership, and community service. The visit concluded on a positive and encouraging note, with both institutions expressing a mutual commitment to fostering educational development, empowering youth through and promoting meaningful community engagement through collaborative initiatives between Allah Walay Trust and Kohsar University Murree.

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐔𝐩𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐃𝐫. 𝐑𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐦𝐭𝐚𝐳
The Governor of Punjab, Sardar Saleem Haider Khan, today honored Professor. Dr. Rafia Mumtaz, Vice Chancellor of Kohsar University Murree, with the prestigious Presidential Pride of Performance in recognition of her outstanding and exemplary contributions to the fields of Science, Technology, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Professor. Dr. Rafia Mumtaz has made remarkable contributions to higher education, scientific research, and technological advancement in Pakistan through her visionary leadership, academic excellence, and dedication to innovation-driven education. Professor. Dr. Rafia Mumtaz has successfully secured more than Rs. 215 million through 24 national and international competitive research grants, reflecting her exceptional research capabilities and international academic standing. Prof. Dr. Rafia Mumtaz has also played a pioneering role in strengthening global academic partnerships. She established joint research laboratories and collaborative research initiatives in partnership with Coventry University (UK) and Chiang Mai University (Thiland). These collaborations are focused on promoting international scientific cooperation, advanced technological research, faculty and student exchange programs, and innovation in emerging fields of science and engineering. Under her dynamic educational leadership, major reforms have been introduced in curriculum modernization, outcome-based education, and quality assurance in higher education. She has led the successful accreditation of Software Engineering programs in accordance with international academic standards and played a vital role in launching postgraduate-level specializations in Internet of Things (IoT). Through her initiatives, the university has strengthened its research ecosystem, enhanced industry-academia linkages, and expanded opportunities for young researchers and students in advanced technological domains. In recognition of her extraordinary services, groundbreaking research contributions, and dedication to the advancement of Science and Internet of Things (IoT), the President of the Pakistan conferred upon her the distinguished Presidential Pride of Performance, one of the nation’s highest civilian honors. The academic community, researchers, students, and civil society members have widely appreciated this prestigious recognition, describing it as a proud moment for Pakistan’s higher education sector and a testament to the growing role of women leaders in science, research, and technological innovation.

𝐊𝐨𝐡𝐬𝐚𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 “𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐚-𝐞-𝐇𝐚𝐪 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓” 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭
Kohsar University Murree proudly celebrated the 1st Commemoration of “Marka-e-Haq 2025” with great enthusiasm, patriotic spirit, and heartfelt tributes to the heroes of the nation. The university campuses were beautifully adorned with national flags, patriotic banners, and flex displays conveying messages of unity, peace, sacrifice, and love for the country. Special banner displays were installed at various locations across the campuses, highlighting the importance of national unity, resilience, and the vital role of youth in safeguarding the future of the nation. The university paid tribute to the martyrs and national heroes through speeches, awareness walks, and various patriotic activities. The Vice Chancellor of Kohsar University Murree, Professor. Dr. Rafia Mumtaz, emphasized that such commemorations play a significant role in promoting patriotism, national harmony, and awareness among students regarding the sacrifices made for the nation. The university also reaffirmed its commitment to organizing such meaningful events in the future to further strengthen national consciousness and patriotic values among students and society.

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐊𝐨𝐡𝐬𝐚𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧, 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
Professor. Dr. Rafia Mumtaz, Vice Chancellor, Kohsar University Murree, gave a detailed presentation to the Honourable Minister for Higher Education, Punjab, Rana Sikandar Hayat, regarding the ongoing remodeling and development plans of the Jhika Gali Campus of Kohsar University Murree. The briefing covered the estimated project cost, infrastructure improvements, enhancement of academic facilities, and future expansion initiatives aimed at providing a modern and student-friendly educational environment. The Minister appreciated the efforts and leadership of the Vice Chancellor in strengthening the university’s infrastructure and promoting quality higher education in Murree and adjoining areas. Key matters discussed during the meeting included the provision of pink buses for female students, additional development grants, and further improvement of academic and administrative facilities. Mr. Rana Sikandar Hayat assured the university administration of the Punjab Government’s full support for the timely completion of development projects and the continued promotion of quality education. Later, the Secretary of the Higher Education Department (HED) was also briefed on the remodeling project and ongoing university initiatives. The Secretary appreciated the university administration’s performance and acknowledged the progress achieved under the leadership of the Vice Chancellor while reaffirming full cooperation for future development and student welfare initiatives.

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐞
Dr. Sumaira Maqsood, Head of the Department of Environmental Sciences, delivered a comprehensive lecture on beekeeping, the impacts of climate change, and the importance of raising awareness among local communities at a training seminar titled “Hill Fruits Management under Changing Climatic Conditions.” The seminar was organized under the ADP Project, CM’s Initiative: Transformation of Agriculture in Pothohar (HFRS Component), on May 6, 2026, in Aliot, Murree. The event was organized by the Hill Fruit Research Station, Sunny Bank Murree. The seminar aimed to educate farmers and the local community on modern techniques for managing hill fruits in the face of changing climatic conditions. Participants appreciated the efforts of Kohsar University Murree and the Hill Fruit Research Station for organizing such an informative session. The seminar concluded with a renewed commitment to promoting sustainable agricultural practices in the region.

𝐊𝐨𝐡𝐬𝐚𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐫. 𝐖𝐚𝐪𝐚𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐲𝐚𝐥
Kohsar University Murree is proud to announce a significant academic achievement. Dr. Waqas Bangyal, Chairperson of the Department of Computer Science and Incharge of the Faculty of Computing & Applied Sciences, has earned global recognition by being ranked among the world’s Top 5% scientists by SciRank Global. The Vice Chancellor, along with the entire faculty and staff, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Waqas Bangyal on this outstanding accomplishment. His achievement brings great pride and honor to Kohsar University Murree and highlights the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and research advancement.