I met Faisal Subzwari , Minister Youth Affairs , who is associated with the third largest political party of Pakistan MQM , earlier November 2011. I got an opportunity to invite Mr.Faisal Subzwari as a chief guest in National Youth Fiesta 2011. I got this opportunity because of my friend Marium Ismail , Anchor GEO TV. This help is indeed unforgettable. On my telephonic conversation with Faisal bhai we had been in touch via blackberry as we both found it a convenient way of communication. During our conversation via BBM I shared an idea of Institute of Journalism with him . He found it a good idea and quoted “Our journalists need to be institutionalized.” Such replies are always motivational as it shows the support of one person towards you and your idea.
After National Youth Fiesta me , faisal bhai and marium planned a dinner meeting where we can further discuss the idea of Institute of Journalism and how to take the project along. We drew a conclusion that we are more focused towards the youth of Pakistan and will train them related to journalism and media studies so we should get Institute of Journalism recognized by Ministry of Youth Affairs SIndh. It was indeed a very productive meeting. This meeting allowed me to take one step ahead and get the institution recognized. IOJ signed an MoU with Ministry of Youth Affairs Sindh on Dec 08 , 2011 at Karachi Arts Council. A good number of media channel and news papers covered the event.
I always use to share the progress , updates and news related to IOJ with Faisal bhai and a nice reply of just a smiley face (J) indicates me that the progress has been liked by him . The support of Faisal bhai and the sincerity of Ministry of Youth Affairs with IOJ always allow IOJ to flourish. As a result of this support we organized our first Workshop on “News Anchoring and Reporting”. 35 participants attended the workshop. The certificates were signed by Director Youth affairs and presented by Mr.Faisal Subzwari, Minister Youth Affairs.
I witnessed Faisal bhai v. helpful and Down to earth not only with me but also with all the youth of Pakistan he ever interacted with. It might because he experienced the interaction with the people of all ages as being the Chairman of All Pakistan Mahajir Student Organization (APMSO) and then the Head of Communications of his own party and then the minister. Such progress and profile helped him in knowing the real problems of the youth. He indeed has very productive solutions for each problem.
May God bless Him.
