Lahore: Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh recently participated in a significant meeting with Fahim ur Rehman Sehgal, President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), and Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, to discuss the enhancement of academia-industry connections, curriculum alignment with market requirements, and the skill development of youth.

According to University of Central Punjab, the meeting took place at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where the leaders deliberated on strategies to bridge the gap between academic institutions and industry demands. The discussions centered on the necessity of updating educational curricula to meet current market needs and ensuring that young people are equipped with the necessary skills to thrive in the workforce.

The leadership meeting underscores the importance of collaboration between educational bodies and industry leaders in fostering an educational environment that is responsive to economic trends and labor market expectations.