BAHAWALPUR: Commissioner Irfan Ali Kathia took the oath as President of the Divisional Boy Scouts Association Bahawalpur at a ceremony held at the Commissioner’s Office under the auspices of the Punjab Boy Scouts Association. Provincial Secretary Punjab Boy Scouts Association Muhammad Tariq Qureshi administered the oath to the commissioner. The ceremony highlighted the importance of scouting in character-building, promoting discipline and preparing young people to become responsible citizens under the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.
Speaking on the occasion, Commissioner Irfan Ali Kathia said scouting was an effective means of fostering character, discipline, self-confidence and a spirit of public service among young people.
He said developing a sense of responsibility among scouts and inspiring them to serve the nation was a pressing need. Through practical training, scouting equipped young people to face challenging situations, help others and play a positive role in society, he added.
The commissioner emphasized that promoting scouting activities was essential to nurturing capable, disciplined and responsible citizens. He expressed his commitment to highlighting the importance of scouting in youth development and strengthening the spirit of national service among young people.
He also appreciated the valuable role of the Punjab Boy Scouts Association in providing positive training to the younger generation and promoting discipline and service to humanity.
Divisional Scout Organizer Syed Javed Shah, members of the Scout Training Team, Training Team Member and Divisional Media Coordinator Muhammad Yamin, Chaudhry Muhammad Shahbaz and boy scouts attended the ceremony.