Added facilities: IBA launches auditorium with ramp

JS Auditorium has materialised due to the generous contributions of Mahwash and Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation (MJSF)

KARACHI: The Jahangir Siddiqui (JS) Auditorium, which is equipped with ramps for disabled persons, was inaugurated at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) city campus. IBA dean and director Dr Ishrat Husain and JS group chairperson Jahangir Siddiqui launched the auditorium. JS Auditorium has materialised due to the generous contributions of the Mahwash and Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation (MJSF). Ali Korai said that this auditorium had all the modern facilities, with a capacity to seat more than 400 people. It is perfect for lecture series, plays and movie screenings, he said, adding that the auditorium has been designed to assist the disabled members of our society. The auditorium is equipped with banking facilities, changing rooms, restrooms, adequate lighting and low maintenance. Naheed Mashookullah designed the interior of the auditorium. MJSF CEO Ali Siddiqui said that this auditorium was a contribution towards an all-inclusive and a united society. He hoped IBA will use the facility to promote great intellect.

Published in The Express Tribune, October 3^rd, 2014.