GCU To Recreate Famous Clock Tower On New Campus

News Desk

 Lahore: The Government College University Lahore (GCU) is set to recreate its iconic gothic-style clock tower on the new campus located in Kala Shah Kaku.

Federal Education Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain and GCU Vice Chancellor Professor Asghar Zaidi laid the foundation stone of the Tower Complex during a ceremony at the new campus administration block on Monday.

The Minister praised the university’s contribution to the country’s development and emphasized the importance of providing quality education and skills to the youth.

In addition to launching the construction of the clock tower, the Federal Minister distributed laptops to GCU students as part of the Prime Minister Youth Laptop Scheme, showcasing the government’s commitment to supporting students’ education and digital empowerment.

Vice Chancellor urged the provision of motorway access to the GCU Kala Shah Kaku Campus which would facilitate easier transportation for students and faculty, and he also expressed gratitude for the extension of the Metro Bus Service to Kala Shah Kaku which will promote the area as a hub for educational and research activities.

Additionally, he praised the efforts of the education minister in securing funds for the construction of the clock tower. The clock tower will be designed in the style of the main campus, ensuring a sense of continuity and tradition in the university’s architecture.

Dr Zaidi revealed that 11 departments of GCU have already commenced academic activities at the new campus, with two more departments scheduled to start teaching and research activities later this year. The ongoing construction includes apartments for staff and a hostel for girls, enhancing the facilities for both students and faculty.

Rana Tanveer announced on behalf of the Prime Minister that the GCU new campus would be provided access from the highway to facilitate students and faculty.