The academic community is mourning the loss of Dr. Manzoor Ahmed Pir, a renowned educationist, former Dean of Arts at the University of Karachi, and former Chairperson of the Department of Philosophy. Dr. Pir passed away due to illness, leaving behind a legacy of outstanding academic contributions. Born in 1934, Dr. Pir served as the Dean of Arts at the University of Karachi from 1934 to 1994.
In a statement, University of Karachi Vice Chancellor Dr. Khaleeq Iraqi expressed deep shock at Dr. Pir’s passing, paying tribute to his academic services. Dr. Pir was also the Rector of the Osman Institute.
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Former Karachi University Dean Dr. Manzoor Ahmed Pir Passes Away at 91.
