Lahore: Punjab University Pakistan Study Centre organized a seminar titled "Allama Iqbal: Political Thought, Democracy and the Vision of a Progressive Muslim Society" to commemorate Allama Muhammad Iqbal. The event focused on revisiting Iqbal's political and philosophical contributions, particularly his ideas on democracy and the development of a progressive Muslim society.

According to University of the Punjab, the seminar featured Qayyum Nizami, a renowned journalist and former Minister of State, as the keynote speaker. Nizami discussed the relevance of Iqbal's political philosophy in understanding Pakistan's political and democratic development. He emphasized the need to critically engage with Iqbal's political vision, focusing on intellectual awakening, self-realization, social justice, and collective responsibility.

Professor Dr. Amjad Abbas Khan Magsi, Director of the Pakistan Study Centre, highlighted the international recognition of Iqbal's intellectual contributions. He noted that Iqbal's philosophical and literary legacy receives appreciation beyond South Asia, particularly in countries like Iran and Germany. Dr. Magsi emphasized the importance of introducing Iqbal's ideas to younger generations through academic research and international scholarly dialogue.

The seminar included an interactive question-and-answer session, allowing participants to reflect on the relevance of Iqbal's ideas in contemporary Pakistan and the wider Muslim world.