Karachi: The Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has extended warm congratulations to its
former President, Johar Qandhari, on his recent nomination as a board member of the Sindh Technical
Education and Vocational Training Authority (STEVTA) by the Government of Sindh. This significant
appointment recognizes Johar Qandhari’s years of service and contributions to the business and
industrial community.
In addition to Johar Qandhari’s nomination, former KATI Chairman Ehteshamuddin has been appointed
as the Chairman of the Korangi Vocational Training Institute, a key organization under STEVTA-IMC. This
institute plays a vital role in providing technical and vocational training to the youth in the Korangi
industrial area, equipping them with the skills necessary to contribute effectively to the industry and
economy.
KATI President, Junaid Naqi, expressed deep appreciation for the appointments of Johar Qandhari,
Ehteshamuddin, Nighat Awan, Wajid Hussain, and Tariq Hussain. These individuals were appointed to
the Korangi Vocational Training Institute, further demonstrating the trust placed in KATI by the Sindh
government for contributing to the development of vocational and technical education in the province.
Junaid Naqi emphasized that Johar Qandhari and Ehteshamuddin are exemplary figures in the industrial
and entrepreneurial sectors. He noted that the leadership of Johar Qandhari as a board member of
STEVTA and Ehteshamuddin as Chairman of STEVTA-IMC will strengthen the links between the industrial
sector and technical education in Sindh. Additionally, he expressed confidence in the contributions of
Nighat Awan, Wajid Hussain, and Tariq Hussain in their roles as members of the Korangi Vocational
Training Institute.
He highlighted that skilled manpower is the backbone of economic development and urged for
collective efforts to ensure a bright future for the youth by encouraging them to pursue entrepreneurial
ventures. Naqi added that under the leadership of Ehteshamuddin, the Korangi Vocational Training
Institute is expected to grow significantly, meeting the rising demands of the industry.
Further congratulating Nadeem Khan, a member of KATI’s Executive Committee, for being elected as a
member of STEVTA, Naqi remarked that these appointments reflect KATI’s ongoing efforts to improve
technical education and skill development. He stressed the importance of aligning technical training
curriculums with modern industrial needs and technology trends, ensuring future linkages between
industry and technical institutions.
Naqi also underscored the need to promote technical training to develop the private sector and
highlighted the importance of skill development to make Pakistan competitive at both the regional and
international levels. He expressed optimism that these appointments will result in a stronger connection
between the industrial sector and technical education, enabling vocational training centers across Sindh
to produce highly skilled workers capable of meeting future challenges.
Under the leadership of Ehteshamuddin, and with the contributions of other skilled members, KATI
looks forward to making significant strides in improving vocational training, ensuring that it meets the
needs of modern industries and contributes to Pakistan’s economic development.
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