Karachi, Friday October 27, 2023: Caretaker Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications
Dr. Umar Saif has said that the interim government tenure is short, but in available time, we will lay the
foundation of steps under the right Line of Action, which will provide the required benefits of the information
and communication technology (ICT) sector to the up-coming government. IT sector can play a significant
role in the stability of the country’s economy, the government is doing its part to provide facilities, the
industry should play its part by increasing its capabilities, IT companies, which were compelled to keep their reserves outside, should bring its liquidity into Pakistan. He said this while addressing as the chief guest at the prestigious ceremony of the annual ICT Awards organized by Pakistan IT Industry Association (P@SHA) in collaboration with HBL in here in local hotel at Karachi.
Dr. Umar Saif appreciated chairman P@SHA Muhammad Zohaib Khan, HBL management and IT industry
for organizing the grand event and said that work is going on rapidly for the required initiatives including
spectrum auction, co-working station for freelancers, startups funds, digital payments, global payment
gateway etc. “I assure the IT industry that we will work closely with P@SHA and all other stakeholders for the promotion and development of this sector, the only goal is that Pakistan can achieve its desired position and share in the digital world so that not only the People of Pakistan can earn decent amount but also strengthen Pakistan’s economy”, he added.
While talking about this event, the Chairman P@SHA, Mr. Mohammad Zohaib Khan said, “With a
distinguished legacy of more than two decades, the P@SHA ICT Awards have been honoring groundbreaking achievements and visionary contributions in the technology sector, this award symbolizes the relentless pursuit of excellence in shaping our ever-evolving digital landscape”.
Starting the ceremony with this year’s trophy revelation, for the first time, a redesigned trophy was
introduced, signifying the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation. HBL P@SHA ICT Awards
2023 featured 34 remarkable Gold Awards, 40 Merit Awards, and a total of 727 nominees, showcasing the
remarkable growth and advancements within the Pakistani tech industry. The event’s panel of 82 judges from all over Pakistan ensured a fair and rigorous evaluation process.
The HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2023, organized by the Pakistan IT Industry Association, consistently
honored companies at the forefront of technology innovation. These awards acknowledged the remarkable creativity, innovation, and excellence displayed by home-grown Pakistani innovators in the ever-evolving field of Information and Communications Technologies. The ICT Awards 2023 ceremony brought together technology enthusiasts, industry leaders, and innovators to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of the IT Leaders of Pakistan in the ICT sector.
Adding a melodious note to this remarkable evening, the sensational Asim Azhar took the stage by storm.
Asim Azhar, a celebrated artist known for his enchanting voice and captivating performances, elevated the
evening’s entertainment and celebrated the synergy between technology and the arts.
Following the awards ceremony and Asim Azhar’s electrifying performance, attendees were treated to a
sumptuous gala dinner, fostering networking and collaboration within the tech community.
HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2023 was a night filled with celebration, recognition, and inspiration, and it served as a testament to the outstanding talents and potential within Pakistan’s technology sector. This event not only highlighted the achievements of the industry’s best but also served as a platform to encourage further innovation and excellence.
