Syed Khalid Mahmood’s tribute to Prof Dr Ghani-ul-Akram Sabzwari

Pakistan News & Features Services

“Prof Dr Ghani-ul-Akram Sabzwari deserves to be recognized as a living legend. His contributions to the field of Library and Information Science are understood to be second to none as far as Pakistan is concerned.”

“The governmental authorities have already done injustice to him for not having bestowed upon him the national awards which should have been presented to him many years earlier. As they say it’s better late than never. His monumental contributions must be acknowledged in his lifetime.” 

“Besides his scholastic accomplishments, he’s credited to have mentored a number of library scientists, many of whom have gone on to serve the profession with distinction over the years.” 

“His extraordinary skills set aside, his humanitarian qualities have also been truly inspirational not only for the library professionals but also for the masses. His dedication and commitment serve as motivation for everyone willing to learn and serve.” 

“His passion for consistent hard work and his refusal for adopting methods of shortcuts are two of his unmatched qualities. All along he has believed in letting his work do the talking and he has been hailed as a success story.” 

“It’s quite incredible, in fact, that he has managed to work beyond the call of duty for decades. Obviously he has earned the success and the respect which very few people are able to get. His passion for learning, and writing, has never faded once in his entire career which is quite remarkable.” 

“I consider myself extremely fortunate to have known him personally for the past 15 years and, although not related directly to my own profession, he has been one of the role models for me too.” 

“I have found him to be one of the rarest individuals on this planet who allow space to others and consider their glories as his own. I wish him long life with immaculate health.”