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KARACHI, August 24, 2026: The Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Karachi hosted its Orientation Gala 2026 (OGala’26) at the Main Campus on August 22-23 to welcome its newly inducted students and their parents.
The two-day event attracted around 2,500 participants, including new students, parents, faculty members and staff. The gala provided students with an opportunity to become familiar with the campus, connect with their peers and learn more about life at IBA.
Dr. S. Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director of IBA Karachi, welcomed the new students and their families, describing the event as the beginning of an exciting new chapter in their academic journey.
Ms. Maheen Ghauri, Dean Student Success and International Engagement, said OGala 2026 was designed to help students connect with their peers, experience campus life and begin their journey at IBA with confidence.
Students participated in a variety of games and activities at the IBA Campus Connect Zone. Student societies also set up kiosks to introduce newcomers to different clubs, societies and campus activities.
Student Support Offices briefed students and parents about the support services available at IBA, while food stalls provided refreshments throughout the event. The first day concluded with a movie night.
One of the major highlights of the gala was a soulful performance by Ustad Farid Ayaz and Abu Muhammad Qawwal Group, which added a memorable cultural touch to the celebrations.
The two-day orientation offered newly admitted students a warm introduction to the IBA community while helping them build friendships, connections and lasting memories as they begin their academic journey.
