Carrying the Torch of Excellence: Aitchison College Celebrates 140^th Founders' Day

As part of its momentous 140th-anniversary Founders' Day celebrations, Aitchison College hosted a series of Sports Day events from 13^th to 15^th of February 2026 at the Main Cricket Ground. The event brought together Junior, Prep, and Senior Schools in a vibrant display of athletic excellence and House spirit.

Prep and Senior School Sports Day was held on 13^th February, with Mr. Azmat Ali Ranjha (Member, Board of Governors) as the Chief Guest. This was followed by Junior School Sports Day on 14^th February, which was honoured by the presence of Mr. Sultan Gohar Ejaz (Member, Board of Governors) as the Chief Guest. The celebrations concluded with the Main Sports Day on 15^th February, graced by Khawaja Ahmad Hassan (Member, Board of Governors) as the Chief Guest.

“140 years on, the Aitchison spirit continues to thrive — where tradition inspires excellence and every generation carries the torch forward.”

Another highlight of the 140th-year celebrations was the Annual Art Exhibition. Held in the iconic Main Building of Aitchison College from 13^th to 15^th February 2026, it proved to be a true rendezvous for art lovers. The exhibition celebrated Aitchison’s enduring commitment to creativity and artistic expression. Featuring works by more than 100 old boys. It included a diverse range of disciplines, such as architecture, visual arts, photography, film, and music. Distinguished chief guests Kamil Khan Mumtaz and Ijaz ul Hassan graced the occasion, adding depth and inspiration to an event that reflected generations of artistic excellence within the Aitchison Community.

A rare event of the 140^th Founders’ Day celebrations took place on February 13, 2026, at the Aitchison College Gurdwara. After a long gap of 78 years, a special Keertan—a Sikh worship service was conducted. This sacred gathering symbolises interfaith harmony and mutual respect. In attendance were Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, Provincial Minister for Human Rights and Minorities Affairs, Punjab; Dr. S. M. Turab Hussain, Principal Aitchison College; Dr Sardar Tarunjit Singh Butalia, Honorary Ambassador of Aitchison, as well as staff, students, alumni, and city dignitaries.

The highlights video captures memorable moments of all three days, reflecting energy, teamwork, and proud sporting and artistic traditions of Aitchison College.