Promoting Persian Ties: Iran Cultural Center's Director General Visits Prep School


On September 18, 2026, the Director General of the Iranian Cultural Center, Lahore, Dr. Asghar Masoudi, with his delegation, arrived at Aitchison College Prep School, Lahore, at 8:20 a.m. Upon arrival at the Prep School, he was warmly received by two students who presented him with a bouquet. He was then received by the Worthy Principal of Aitchison College, Dr. S. M. Turab Hussain; the Headmaster, Raja Ashfaq Ahmad; and the Deputy Headmaster and senior faculty members of the Prep School.

During his visit, the Director General first visited the Persian classroom and then attended a session of the Persian Club & Society at the Prep School Library, where he interacted with students and witnessed their presentations. Two students first recited a Persian poem by Allama Muhammad Iqbal, demonstrating their confidence and command of the language, after which the students presented a short skit in Persian.

During his speech, the Director General greatly appreciated the students' performances and praised them for their commendable proficiency in Persian. After the Persian Club session, he met with the Worthy Principal of Aitchison College and the Headmaster of the Prep School in the Headmaster's office to discuss academic matters, including Persian language education, student and cultural exchange, and areas of mutual academic interest. The visit provided a valuable opportunity to promote cultural and academic ties between the Iranian Cultural Center and Aitchison College. The Director General thanked the school administration, teachers, and students for their warm welcome and hospitality.