Karachi: The Vice Chancellor of the University of Turbat, Prof. Dr. Gul Hasan, is spearheading efforts to enhance educational and healthcare infrastructure in South Balochistan through strategic partnerships with prominent institutions in Karachi. The focus of these collaborations is on advancing education in the fields of information technology, artificial intelligence, and paramedical sciences.

According to University of Turbat, Dr. Hasan met with Dr. Syed Ali Farhan Razi, President of the Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council, to discuss the establishment of a University Medical and Nursing College in Turbat. This meeting took place on October 9, 2026, and centered around regulatory frameworks and roadmaps necessary for the new college. Dr. Hasan emphasized the importance of an accredited nursing and allied health college to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in the region. Dr. Razi expressed support for the initiative and assured assistance in accreditation, curricula, and clinical training standards.

In addition to these discussions, Dr. Hasan visited the Millennium Institute of Technology and Entrepreneurship and the University of Karachi, engaging with key academic leaders and officials from the Higher Education Commission. The meetings focused on collaborative initiatives such as exchange programs, internships, joint research publications, academic conferences, and capacity-building for faculty and staff. Prof. Dr. Huma Baqai, Rector of MiTE, presented a commemorative souvenir to Dr. Hasan to mark the visit.