MULTAN, Oct 06 (APP): Women University Multan (WUM) Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Syeda Shahida Batool, inaugurated Book Fair 2026 at Katchery Campus, organized by the Main Library, in collaboration with the National Book Foundation here on Tuesday.
The VC visited the book stalls and reviewed the wide range of publications displayed at the fair. The exhibition featured academic and reference books, literature, science, technology, management, fiction, self-help titles, magazines, novels, children’s books and stationery, with special discounts of up to 50 percent for students.
Registrar Dr. Sara Musadiq, librarians Ms. Sumera Rasool and Ms. Gulnaz Batool, faculty members, administrative officials and students attended the inaugural ceremony.
Addressing the ceremony , Prof. Dr. Syeda Shahida Batool emphasized that reading remains fundamental to intellectual growth, critical thinking and academic excellence.
She said universities must encourage students to develop a strong reading culture alongside the use of modern technology, as books deepen understanding, stimulate creativity and expose young minds to new ideas and perspectives.
She appreciated the efforts of Main Library team, particularly Ms. Sumera Rasool and Ms. Gulnaz Batool, for organizing the fair and creating an opportunity for students and faculty to access diverse and quality reading material.
The VC also appreciated the collaboration of the National Book Foundation, observing that such initiatives help bring books closer to young readers and strengthen the culture of learning, inquiry and knowledge across the university.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
