16/06/2026
On June 13, 2026, Beaconhouse National University (BNU) hosted a landmark ceremony to launch two transformative manuals addressing critical student welfare issues: From Risk to Resilience: BNU Substance Use Control Program and Campus Care: A Guide to Psychological First Aid. BNU is the first university in Pakistan to break the cycle of silence and develop a comprehensive, empathy-led framework dedicated to establishing a drug-free campus and providing robust psychological support systems.
The high-profile event was attended by Senior Minister for the Government of Punjab, Marriyum Aurangzeb, Provincial Minister of School and Higher Education, Rana Sikandar Hayat, alongside various university Vice Chancellors, provincial secretaries, and psychological experts. Vice Chancellor Dr. Moeed Yusuf emphasized that the manuals serve as a practical roadmap for the broader educational community, proving that meaningful progress is possible when institutions lead with determination and care.
The generous support of the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) and the Punjab Police played a crucial role in making this initiative possible. Recognizing the success of this model, the Government of Punjab has committed to implementing the framework, while the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has formed a dedicated committee led by Dr. Moeed Yusuf to replicate this model across educational institutions nationwide.