In a proud moment for the University of Sahiwal, Dr Waris Ali, Chairman of the Department of Business Administration, has been awarded the Higher Education Commission (HEC)’s Best Young Researcher Award 2025. The honor recognizes Dr Ali’s exceptional contributions to academic research and innovation in higher education.
The prestigious award was presented by Prof Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Chairman of HEC, at a formal ceremony attended by leading scholars, academic administrators, and dignitaries from across the country. Dr Waris Ali’s recognition is seen as a significant milestone, not only for him personally but also for the University of Sahiwal, reinforcing its growing reputation as a center of academic excellence.
Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Javaid Akhtar, along with Dr Muhammad Ayyoub, Director of the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), joined faculty, staff, and students in congratulating Dr Ali. The university community hailed the award as a testament to his dedication, scholarly excellence, and commitment to advancing research in Pakistan.
“This award reflects Dr Waris Ali’s relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. His work is an inspiration to young researchers across the nation,” said Prof Dr Akhtar in a congratulatory statement.
The HEC Best Young Researcher Award is one of the most esteemed honors in the academic landscape of Pakistan, aimed at recognizing early-career scholars who demonstrate outstanding potential and a strong track record in impactful research.
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As the university celebrates this achievement, it also underscores its mission to nurture a research-driven environment and support faculty in reaching new heights of academic success.