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Islamabad, 22 May, 2025: Quaid-e-Azam University has once again found itself at the centre of a land dispute, as the government has officially acknowledged that a significant portion of the university’s allocated area is under illegal occupation.
This issue was brought to light during a recent session of the National Assembly.
Over 298 Acres Occupied, Says Education Ministry
In response to a question raised by a lawmaker, the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training revealed that approximately 298 acres of land belonging to Quaid-e-Azam University had been unlawfully seized.
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The total land allocated to the university was 1,709 acres, 4 kanals, and 12 marlas. However, following official land demarcation, authorities found a shortfall of nearly 152 acres.
The government clarified that the discrepancy has emerged over time due to encroachments and unregulated expansion in surrounding areas.
Officials stated that efforts are being made to address the matter through legal and administrative means.
Calls for Immediate Action
The ongoing encroachment has raised concerns among education advocates and lawmakers alike, who argue that such issues hamper the institution’s ability to expand its academic and research facilities.
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Lawmakers urged the federal government to take immediate steps to reclaim the occupied land and ensure that Quaid-e-Azam University can function without external pressure or spatial limitations.
A Recurring Problem for QAU
Quaid-e-Azam University, one of Pakistan’s most prestigious higher education institutions, has been dealing with land-related challenges for years.
Encroachment from adjacent private housing schemes and settlements has been a persistent issue. Despite repeated notices and court cases, a substantial portion of its land remains in dispute.
