- Bahawalpur(correspondent)To commemorate the 100-year legacy of The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB), Pakistan Post formally issued a commemorative postage stamp on April 8, 2026. This issuance serves as a centerpiece of the university’s centenary celebrations, marking its evolution from a religious seminary to a premier modern institution.
Stamp Details
- Denomination: Rs 100
- Release Date: April 8, 2026
- Design Imagery: The stamp features the Faculty of Agriculture and Environment building. This choice symbolizes the university’s historical and ongoing contributions to agricultural research, which is vital to the South Punjab region and the national economy.
- Commemorative Text: The design acknowledges the institutional timeline:
- 1925: Founding of Jamia Abbasia by Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi V.
- 1963/64: Transitioned to Jamia Islamia Bahawalpur (under the West Pakistan Ordinance).
- 1975: Upgraded to The Islamia University of Bahawalpur by the Punjab Government.
Historical Significance
The stamp celebrates a century-long journey that actually traces its roots even further back to the Madrasa Sadr Diniyat (founded in 1879 by Nawab Muhammad Sadiq IV).
The 2025–2026 centenary year marks a milestone for the institution, which has grown from its origins in the Abbasia Campus to six campuses across Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rahim Yar Khan, and Liaquatpur. Today, it serves over 140,000 students (on and off-campus) and is recognized for its leadership in fields like Artificial Intelligence, Islamic Studies, and Veterinary Sciences.
The issuance was officially announced by the Directorate of Public Relations (PRO No. 123/26), with Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Muhammad Kamran highlighting that this stamp preserves the university’s “shining legacy” in Pakistan’s educational history.