GCU Bestows Lifetime Achievement Award On Ramiz Raja

News Desk

LAHORE: The Government College University (GCU) Lahore conferred its Lifetime Achievement Award upon Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Former Chairman Ramiz Raja at a ceremony on Tuesday.

The GCU Vice Chancellor Dr Asghar Zaidi presented the prestigious award to Ramiz Raja which was held at the University’s Bukhari Auditorium. The Award recognises alumni who have made outstanding contributions in their field and is one of the highest honours that GCU bestows.

During the ceremony, the former cricketer expressed his gratitude and called it a “great honour”. He also spoke about his experiences in cricket and shared personal anecdotes of his college days.

Prof. Asghar Zaidi commended Ramiz for his excellent contributions to the field of cricket. He believed that recognizing and honouring the achievements of alumni can help inspire current students and encourage them to strive for excellence in their own pursuits.

“It shows that the University values the accomplishments of its graduates and wants to celebrate their successes,” the Vice Chancellor said.

Dr. Zaidi revealed the plans for a Rs 400 million project to construct a specialised hostel for elite athletes at GCU Lahore. The hostel will feature state-of-the-art amenities such as accommodation, training facilities and recreational areas, providing the athletes with a comprehensive environment to excel in their sports.

PCB Former Chairman highlighted the importance of education in finding the right path in life and emphasized that education helped him stay away from match-fixing.

“Don’t let technology consume you. Make time for sports and physical activity; it will pay off in the long run. It would be an injustice to this magnificent campus if you neglected sports while studying here at the Government College Lahore,” he stated.

He mentioned that he intends to establish a cricket foundation that will support and develop young talent, and make Pakistan a top-performing team in the world of Test cricket.

Raja represented Pakistan in three Cricket World Cups, played a total of 57 Tests and 198 One Day Internationals, as well as served as chairman of the PCB. His expert analysis of cricket has earned him a reputation as a commentator.