Karachi : Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Laison office Karachi Pakistan, Muhammad Irfan Soomro, emphasized the vital role of women in the country’s development, stating that Pakistani women are playing a remarkable role in every field of life. He said the daughters of Pakistan represent the country’s bright future and are bringing pride to the nation globally through education, skills, and talent.
He added that the Bint-e-Pakistan Awards not only encourage women but also serve as a guiding light for the younger generation.
He expressed these views while addressing the Bint-e-Pakistan Awards Season 5 ceremony as the chief guest, organized by Karachi Women Entrepreneurs on the occasion of International Women’s Day 2026 in Karachi.
On the occasion Sadia Gohar Khanum, deputy DG of MOFA, also present. The event was held under the leadership of founding president Shama Rashid at Quaid-e-Azam House, Karachi. The ceremony began with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by Hamd and the national anthem. The event was hosted by Ayesha Nauman.
In her address, Shama Rashid congratulated all members and award recipients who came from across the country, appreciating their contributions. She also highlighted the challenges faced by women and elaborated on the vision of Karachi Women Entrepreneurs.
During the event, a Women Summit was also organized and moderated by Iram Fawad. The summit featured participation from Khursheed Haider, Sultana Shamshal, Amara Umair, and Sadaf Altaf Lohiya.
On the occasion, women from various walks of life were honored with awards for their outstanding contributions. The award recipients included TV Actress Asma Saif, Dr. Bilqees Sheikh, Mehwish Jahangir Sachwani, Chef Nazia Qaiser, Fatima Lohiya, Chef Komal Ahmer, Dr. Nosheen Butt, Iram Fawad, Parveen Aslam Imdad, Nisa Chaudhry, Educationist Misbah Mujeeb, Nadia Saleem, Fauzia Khan, Komal Nayab, Amara Umair, Sarwat Siddiqui, Fabiha Fatima, Faiza Siddiqui, Sabiqa Sanaullah, Syeda Zahra Asghar, senior tv actress Sabahat Bukhari, Khursheed Haider, Nuzhat Abid Jafri, Chef Ayesha Nauman, Sadaf Altaf Lohiya, and Fareeha Azmat.
Sultana Shamshal was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her exceptional services. The ceremony was also attended by Rafiq Viyani, Turab Shah, Zahid Karani, Ayaz Awan, and Rais Khan. The event concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony.
