PM Imran emphasizes on introducing Sufi teachings to youth

Prime Minister Imran Khan has emphasized on the importance of introducing Sufi teachings in true spirit and philosophy of the Sufi saints to the youth.

He was talking to Dr Tamara Sonn, a professor of Islamic History at Georgetown University, who called on him in Islamabad today (Tuesday).

The prime minister said it is utmost necessary to aware the youth of Sufi saints’ service in spread of Islam in the Sub-continent and research and extensive study should be encouraged in this regard to meet the challenges of the current times.

Imran Khan said his government has laid the foundation stone of Al-Qadir University at Sohawa to study Sufi teachings in its true spirit.

He said a committee is being constituted under the ministry of education to introduce subjects pertaining to Sufi teachings in the educational institutions, which will present its recommendations regarding the nature of subjects and syllabus.

The prime minister lauded Dr Tamara Sonn’s educational and research endevors, especially her efforts to intdocuce Islamic teachings to the students.

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