Posted on 2023-03-22

GCU honours iconic singer Shafqat Amanat Ali with Lifetime Achievement Award

The eminent singer, Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan, was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by his alma mater, Government College University Lahore, at a grand ceremony held at the Bukhari Auditorium. The award was presented to the legendary musician by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi amidst captivating performances of his iconic songs by the university's Nazir Ahmed Music Society. The event was attended by a large number of students and faculty members.
In addition to receiving the award, Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan also joined the GCU music society and enthralled the audience with scintillating renditions of some of his popular singles, including the all-time classic "Mitwa."
Speaking on the occasion, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr Syed Asghar Zaidi highlighted that this year, Government College University Lahore recognized the outstanding achievements and lifelong work of ten distinguished alumni from various domains through the Lifetime Achievement Awards. He said these award to alumni also inspire our younger generations
Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan shared his college memories and expressed gratitude to Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Syed Asghar Zaidi and the Nazir Ahmed Music Society for this wonderful tribute. He hoped that his struggle to achieve excellence in music wouldn’t stop after this award.  He appreciated the policy of Vice Chancellor Prof. Asghar Zaidi of supporting his students. Shafqat was also a recipient of Roll of Honor in music from the Government College Lahore.    

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