College of Tourism & Hotel Management (COTHM) has proudly inaugurated its state-of-the-art DHA Campus in Lahore, marking another milestone in hospitality and tourism education. The ceremony was graced by Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan, National Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Tourism and CEO of Centaurus Group, who served as the Chief Guest and officially opened the new facility.
A World-Class Campus for Hospitality & Culinary Education
The COTHM DHA Campus Lahore has been designed to meet international standards of hospitality education. It features:
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Advanced hot and cold training kitchens
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A modern Executive Dining Lounge
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Fika Café for culinary experiences
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A spacious auditorium
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A world-class Chocolate Academy branch
Additionally, the Academy of Languages by F+U International, Germany was inaugurated on the same occasion, further strengthening COTHM’s global partnerships.
Guest of Honour and Distinguished Delegates
Senator Bushra Anjum Butt joined as the Guest of Honour, while the event also welcomed an international delegation from F+U Group, Germany, including:
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Hans-Dieter Sauer (President, F+U Group)
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Cathrin Jongen (Head of International Recruiting)
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Waseem Butt (Member of City Parliament, Heidelberg)
Prominent industry leaders and dignitaries were also present, including:
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Fazal Jilani (Chairman, AirSial)
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Waqas Raza (Executive Director, COTHM Multan)
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Syed Mughees A. Pirzada (Head of Multinational & Central Sales, KnN)
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Nisar Chaudhry (Executive Director, Yum Group)
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Masood Ali Khan (CEO, Sumo/Mandarin)
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Ali Mahmood (CEO, Ambassador Commercial Kitchen Equipment)
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Imran Ijaz (CEO, Cheezious)
Voices of Leadership
While welcoming the Chief Guest and attendees, Ahmad Shafiq, Founder, President & CEO of COTHM Pakistan & Global-UK, led the round of the facility. He expressed pride in launching a futuristic campus designed to give students international-level opportunities.
Speaking at the inauguration, Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan praised COTHM’s role in empowering Pakistan’s youth:
“COTHM is leading by example in preparing the next generation with world-class skills. I assure my full support to initiatives like these that create new avenues for the tourism and hospitality sector.”
In his remarks, Ahmad Shafiq further emphasized:
“This is not just a campus, it is a hub of international-standard education. COTHM DHA will prepare students to lead globally, with both knowledge and practical expertise.”
Shaping the Future of Hospitality Education
The opening of the COTHM DHA Campus Lahore reflects the institution’s ongoing mission to raise the bar of hospitality and tourism education in Pakistan. With cutting-edge facilities, global collaborations, and strong industry linkages, the campus is set to empower students with the skills and confidence needed to succeed worldwide.
