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Chairman & President Profile

Ibrahim Hasan Murad

President & Chairman
UMT, ILM Trust

University of Management and Technology (UMT)

Ranked 1st in Private Sector by QS & Times Higher Education UK, Pakistan’s Premier General Research University, 900+ faculty including 300+ PhDs educating 25,000+ students, 58% of which are on a scholarship, in 120+ degrees at 19 Schools & Institutes.

Former Caretaker

Provincial Minister
Government of Punjab
(January 2023 – March 2024)

Local Government & Community Development

Transport & Mass Transit
Mines & Minerals
Livestock & Dairy Development

The minister oversaw four ministries, each with its own significant responsibilities.

Local Government and Community Development:The Minister effectively managed a Rs 100 Billion Annual Development Program, revitalized $1 Billion in foreign-funded infrastructure projects, and boosted auction revenue from 118 cattle markets from Rs 3.56B to Rs 5.7B. Introduced the 1198 ‘Aap ki Baldiyah’ Helpline and digitized the issuance of death, birth, marriage certificates, and property tax, resulting in transparenct and a Rs 10 Billion revenue increase. Launched a 200,000-ton waste removal initiative, 'Safai Muhim', enlisted 10,000 youth volunteers, and cut expenses by Rs 1.5B by dismissing 5000 ghost workers and optimizing fleet routes. The Minister also upgraded parking, street lighting, and significantly improved essential services such as urban/rural infrastructure, zoning, master planning, land use control, water supply, sanitation, and the maintenance and development of expressways, bridges, flyovers, and roadways

Transport Department: The Minister led initiatives including a 26,000 Electric Vehicle Program with interest-free subsidies, offered 3 million free rides on the Orange Line for students, and implemented a historic 1700km axle load rule to save billions in road repair. Developed a Rs 2.5B non-fare metro revenue strategy, established District Accident Review Committees, issued the first E-Rikshaw License, increased vehicle inspections by 47%, upgraded all bus stations in Punjab, initiated a 20MW Metro solarization project, revamped 200 bus shelters, and launched E-Challaning

The Transport & Mass Transit department focuses on legislation, policy, and planning, managing a 250 million ridership through the operation, regulation, and development of Mass Transit Systems like the Orange Line Metro Train and Metro Buses in Multan, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. The department regulates route permits, fares, traffic speeds, parking, and stopping areas, conducts public service vehicle inspections, manages accident compensation, and administers student concessions and road transport nationalization policies. Additionally, it ensures vehicle roadworthiness certification, maintains public bus stands, and handles budgetary and administrative tasks.

Mines & Minerals Department: The Minister led the department to a record revenue of Rs 14.87 Billion, initiated the Geographical Indication for Pink Rock Salt to enhance exports, crafted a revenue roadmap targeting Rs 150 Billion, recovered old dues of Rs 7.1B, and transformed PUNJMIN from a loss-making entity into a profit-making one with Rs 400M in gains.

The Mines & Minerals department, responsible for managing over $4 Trillion in mineral assets, oversees legislation, policy development, and planning for the exploration and utilization of mineral resources such as clay, limestone, salt, iron ore, and copper. It collects rents, royalties, and fees, rehabilitates mining areas, enforces environmental standards, digitizes and shares mineral data, promotes development in the mining sector, and ensures mine workers' welfare, playing a key role in the marketing of minerals.

Livestock and Dairy Development: The Minister significantly enhanced export values by implementing the Pakistan Animal Traceability System, registering 150,000 animals and 10,000 farms, and establishing the first-ever Disease Control Compartment. Facilitated low-cost financing for farmers through a Rs32B program, initiated cooperative farming in every district, and supported the Green Pakistan Initiative by dedicating 50,000 acres. Other achievements include a 1.1M cattle breed improvement program, planting 37,000 acres of high-protein fodder, creating the Meat Zone Farmer Incentive Plan, distributing free rams and bucks to boost mutton production, and adding 7 Veterinary Labs.

The Livestock & Dairy Development (L&DD) sector contributes 15% to the Province’s GDP, with Punjab producing 62% of the country's milk, 43% of its beef, 32% of mutton, and 75% of poultry. The Ministry's responsibilities encompass animal health, breed improvement, research, vaccination, extension services, capacity building for livestock farmers and veterinarians, and managing public complaints via a toll-free helpline. It also focuses on preserving and enhancing livestock genetic resources and oversees livestock production on government farms across 75,000 acres.

Former Member

Executive Committee of Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)

Resource Mobilization Committee for Punjab’s Budget

Punjab Disaster Management Committee for Floods

Member, Advisory Board
Markfield Institute of Higher Education, UK

The Markfield Institute of Higher Education is an educational institution based in Leicestershire, in the United Kingdom. Specializing in social sciences and theology, the institute runs part-time and full-time courses, awarding BA and MA degrees. The institute is accredited by the British Accreditation Council, reviewed by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, and registered with the Higher Education Funding Council for England.

Board Member
Institute of Policy Studies, Islamabad

Established in 1979, IPS is an autonomous, not for profit, civil society organization, dedicated to promoting policy-oriented research, dialogue, human & technological development for better governance. IPS provides a forum for informed discussion and dialogue on national and international issues. The contributions and the overall impact signifies the importance of pragmatic research on policy issues. The Institute highlights the role of think-tanks in modern democratic polity.

Senate Member
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE)

Founded in 1957, PIDE is a premier research and policy institution dedicated to advancing economic and social development through rigorous research, academic excellence, and evidence-based policy recommendations. As an autonomous public sector organization, PIDE plays a crucial role in shaping Pakistan’s economic discourse, fostering informed discussions, and driving forward-looking policy initiatives. The Institute serves as a platform for policymakers, academics, and civil society to engage in meaningful dialogue on national and global economic challenges, reinforcing the significance of research-driven policy solutions

Executive Director

A listed mutual fund, a housing project in Islamabad, Faisalabad & a power plant.

Editor-in-Chief
Academia Magazine

The Academia’s mission is to be the go-to magazine for reputable, credible and professional guidance and insight into the country’s education sector. We aspire to help all stakeholders form truly informed opinions.

Chief Executive
868 Holdings Pvt Ltd

A boutique diversified real estate investment firm at the forefront of innovation and success in the industry. Specializing in a wide range of real estate assets, from residential and commercial properties to hospitality and mixed-use developments.

Chief Administrator
Institute of Leadership and Management Trust

200+ TKS schools and 70+ ILM Colleges in 95+ cities across Pakistan educating 75,000 students.

Former Chairperson
Pakistan Olympic Association Education Commission

Development of Olympic Education Strategy & capacity building of all sports associations, advocacy for quality physical education in the national curriculum.

Former Member
CM Punjab's Advisory Council on Governance

A specialist based forum to render collective advice on Planning, Growth Strategies, Institutional Reforms & Public Service Delivery in various sectors.

Chairman ILM Fund

Making Higher Education accessible for all. Granted scholarships to 25,000+ individuals from across Pakistan amounting to Rs 13 Billion through own sources.

Co-Founder
Young Philanthropists of Pakistan

Promoting empathy, generosity, & giving among next generation business leaders.

Founder
Sitara-o-Hilal Foundation

Promoting patriotism, spirit of sacrifice and service to the nation amongst youth aged 6-12.

Initiator
The Free Internet for Students Movement

Launched a campaign addressed to the PM which resulted in massively discounted internet packages for students

Vice-Chair
Manshurat & Sama-o-Basar Publishers

Publisher of audio, video and print content that focuses on spiritual and character development

International Management
Executive Chairman
Institute of Knowledge and Leadership - IKL

Led the startup in Dubai providing consulting and talent development in leadership and strategy to GCC Governments and Large Corporations across MENASA.

International Presence

International Association of University Presidents Summit, Beijing China-Arab Expo, Ningxia, China
The Economist’s Higher Education Forum in New York, USA,
The Association of Talent Development Annual Summit in Denver, Colorado, USA
The EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, Orlando, Florida, USA
The Middle East HR Summit by Informa, UAE
Deans and Directors Conference at National Business Education Council International Business
Conference and ExpositionPanelist at launch of Microsoft Spark Panelist at TEVTA Skills Summit

Education

University of Warwick, United Kingdom
Masters in Leadership and Management
Coventry University, United Kingdom
Bachelor’s in International Business University of Western Ontario, Canada - Courses on Economics, Cross
Cultural Business, Organizational Behavior, Religion,
Political Science and IT

Eying the Future

Ibrahim Hasan Murad is passionate to contribute to and serve the cause of Pakistan through technological advancement and economic breakthroughs. With multiple leadership roles under his belt, Ibrahim Hasan Murad primarily aims to provide opportunities for a powerful future ahead.

Countries Visited

20+

Interests

Arts, Architecture, Culture, International Affairs, Aviation, Competitiveness, Golden Age & Renaissance, Automobiles, Fitness, Future and History Studies, Social Change, Industry 4.0, Research, Innovation and Development, and Planning, Personal Excellence and Continuous Development, and Blue Economy.