IBA Karachi Breaks Ground on Islamabad Campus to Expand Higher Education
IBA Karachi and DHA Islamabad–Rawalpindi officials attend the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Islamabad Campus.
The IBA Karachi Islamabad Campus has taken a major step forward with the groundbreaking ceremony held at DHA Islamabad Phase 5 on August 19, 2026.
IBA Karachi and DHA Islamabad–Rawalpindi have joined hands to establish the new campus. The initiative aims to expand access to quality higher education in the region.
Dr S. Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director of IBA Karachi, attended the ceremony alongside the Administrator of DHA Islamabad. Experts and officials from various academic fields also joined the event.
New Campus to Expand Access
The new campus will serve students from Islamabad and Rawalpindi. It will also create opportunities for students from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and northern areas.
Dr Zaidi described the project as an important milestone for Pakistan’s education sector. He said the campus would help prepare capable leaders for the country’s future.
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The project focuses on academic excellence and human capital development. It will also promote leadership development among students.
Modern Academic Facilities
The IBA Karachi Islamabad Campus will feature several modern facilities. These will include an Academic Block, Research Block, Library and Auditorium.
The campus will also offer sports and residential facilities for students. These additions aim to create a comprehensive environment for academic and personal development.
Dr Zaidi said the project goes beyond building a new educational facility. He described it as an investment in Pakistan’s future leadership.
Focus on Research and Industry
The campus will support IBA Karachi’s wider focus on knowledge and research. It will also promote practical learning and collaboration.
The institution plans to develop partnerships with academic and industry organisations. Such links could create new opportunities for students and researchers.
The project is expected to strengthen the higher education landscape in the region. It could also position Islamabad as a stronger centre for advanced academic and research activities.
Dr Zaidi said the campus would advance IBA Karachi’s vision of knowledge, research and practical impact.
The new facility marks a significant expansion of IBA Karachi’s academic presence. It also reflects growing cooperation between educational institutions and development organisations in Pakistan.
