Abdullah Jahangir, a graduating electrical engineering student at the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), has been honoured with a Rs100,000 cash prize for achieving the highest academic standing in his cohort.
According to information by the university today, Mr Jahangir was recognised for securing a remarkable Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.86 out of a possible 4.00, earning him the Fast Cables Excellence Award at a ceremony organised by the university’s Office of University Advancement and Financial Aid.
The accolade is part of a Memorandum of Understanding between IIUI and Fast Cables Limited, established to acknowledge outstanding student performance and foster stronger ties between academia and industry.
The ceremony, held at the university’s Council Hall, was presided over by IIUI President Prof. Dr. Ahmed Saad Alahmed. Attendees included senior university officials, faculty members, and the award recipient’s family.
Representing the corporate partner, Mr. Muhammad Tariq, Regional Business Manager North, and Mr. Afrasiyab Khan, Senior Manager Business Development for Fast Cables Limited, were also present at the occasion.
In his address, Prof Dr Alahmed commended Fast Cables for its dedication to educational development and student empowerment. He emphasised that partnerships with industry are vital in preparing graduates for real-world challenges.
The university president further noted that such initiatives, including scholarships and monetary awards, serve as a significant motivation for students to strive for and maintain high academic standards.
The event concluded with the university management expressing gratitude towards Fast Cables Limited for its contribution to promoting merit-based recognition among the student body.