The College of Tourism and Hotel Management (COTHM), in collaboration with International Help Day, organized a Christmas Cake-Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the spirit of harmony, inclusion, and interfaith unity in Pakistan. The event was hosted by Mr. Wilson Asghar, Chairman of International Help Day, and brought together religious leaders, parliamentarians, sports icons, and members of civil society.
The ceremony was attended by Rt. Rev. Bishop Nadeem Kamran, Bishop of Lahore, and Mr. Ejaz Aslam Augustine, MPA, whose presence highlighted the importance of promoting tolerance and coexistence in society.
Founder, President, and CEO of COTHM, while addressing the gathering, emphasized Pakistan’s diverse social fabric. He stated, “Pakistani DNA is very diverse and blessed, whether one is Muslim, Christian, or from any other community. This diversity is our strength and should always be celebrated.” He reaffirmed COTHM’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and mutual respect through education and community-based initiatives.
The ceremony was further enriched by the presence of the renowned Pakistani champion Sohail Sisters, who blessed the event with their participation and briefed the audience about their achievements, inspiring attendees with their journey of excellence, resilience, and national pride.
Other notable participants included
Pastor Anwar Fazal who offered a special prayer for the continued development and success of COTHM, as well as for Founder, President and CEO Ahmad Shafiq, seeking prosperity, unity, and progress for the institution and its leadership.
Chairman Isaac TV, Rt. Rev. Bishop Naeem Parshad,
Chairman Grace Assemblies of Pakistan, Dr. Simon Alfred, Chaudhary Yousaf, Chairman UC-226
and Mr. Johnson (COTHM).
Speakers appreciated the collaborative efforts of COTHM and International Help Day for organizing an inclusive celebration that strengthened interfaith dialogue and promoted peace, tolerance, and understanding. They noted that such initiatives play a vital role in building social cohesion and national harmony.
The event concluded with a Christmas cake-cutting ceremony, symbolizing unity, goodwill, and shared joy among all participants. The gathering was widely praised as a meaningful step toward reinforcing Pakistan’s values of diversity, respect, and peaceful coexistence
