UMDC Hosts 3rd Intracollegiate Naat & Calligraphy Competition

The Department of Biochemistry, University Medical & Dental College (UMDC), successfully organized the 3rd Intracollegiate Naat & Calligraphy Competition on 4 August 2026 at the Ali Auditorium. The event provided a platform for students of UMDC and The University of Faisalabad (TUF) to showcase their talents in Naat recitation and Islamic calligraphy while promoting creativity, spirituality, and cultural values.

The ceremony was graced by Dr. Zahida Maqbool, Registrar, The University of Faisalabad, as the Chief Guest. Distinguished guests included Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akram Malik, Principal, UMDC; Prof. Dr. Shirza Nadeem, Vice Principal, UMDC; Prof. Dr. Khalid Chaudhry, Head, Paediatric Surgery; and Prof. Dr. Zahid Nagra. A total of 16 students participated in the Naat competition, with 10 finalists shortlisted through a semifinal round held on 3 August 2026.

Winners – Naat Competition

• 1st Position: Aneeqa Ambar (DPH, 8th Semester) – Cash Prize: Rs. 25,000 and Certificate
• 2nd Position: Sana Fatima (Final Year MBBS) – Cash Prize: Rs. 20,000 and Certificate
• 3rd Position: Iram Allah Ditta (BS Nursing, 7th Semester) – Cash Prize: Rs. 15,000 and Certificate

The Naat finalists also received gift hampers in recognition of their participation.

Winners – Calligraphy Competition

• 1st Position: Ayesha Ramzan (1st Year MBBS) – Cash Prize: Rs. 15,000 and Certificate
• 2nd Position: Irha Asif (1st Year MBBS) – Cash Prize: Rs. 10,000 and Certificate
• 3rd Position: Zarsha (1st Year BDS) – Cash Prize: Rs. 5,000 and Certificate

The competition concluded with the distribution of certificates, cash prizes, and appreciation for all participants. The event reflected UMDC's commitment to nurturing students' artistic, spiritual, and cultural talents alongside their academic development.