In keeping with a well-entrenched tradition, SSGC organized an ‘Istaqbal-e-Ramadan’ program to mark the advent of one of the holiest months of the year. The program, held at the Company’s Head Office auditorium on May 25, 2017, featured Allama Dr. Kokab Noorani, a famous Islamic scholar and orator as the keynote speaker.
In his thought provoking speech, Allama Noorani reiterated that Ramadan provides Muslims with a perfect opportunity to cleanse their sins and start afresh. He said that the true spirit of Ramadan lies in practicing religious tolerance, patience and empathy for fellow human beings.
Another highlight of this program was reputed Naat Khawan Syed Khaled Hussain’s heartfelt renditions which were greatly admired by the large audience consisting of SSGC’s top management, executives and staff.
In order to add a different flavor to this annual event, the organizers, SSGC’s Corporate Communication Department, invited Yogi Wajahat, a renowned celebrity yoga expert who provided interesting meditation tips to the audience especially from the context of Ramadan. He stressed that yoga provides great benefits in terms of building flexibility and strength, not just for the body, but also the mind.
Shahbaz Islam, Head of Corporate Communications, thanked the guests for making the program a success. Company employees including its top management and executives and staff attended the program. The program concluded on a heartfelt Dua for the prosperity of Pakistan and SSGC. At the end of the event, Asim Murtaza, Project Director LGs, Amir Mumtaz Khan Acting Senior General Manager GS) and Nisar A. Shaikh Acting Senior General Manager (D-North) presented esteemed guests with Company souvenirs as a token of appreciation. This program was conducted gracefully by Muhammad Ali Goahr Chief Manager (Media Relations). As a customary gesture, the audience was presented with a packet of dates as they exited the auditorium.