Seminar by Syed Faizan Abbas Naqvi, widely known as “Lahore ka Khojji,” on “A Fifteen Year Journey Exploring Lahore’s Heritage,” held as part of Pakistan’s Economic History Society.

On 10th December 2025, the Graduate Institute of Development Studies (GIDS), Lahore School of Economics, organized a seminar titled “A Fifteen-Year Journey Exploring Lahore’s Heritage” by Syed Faizan Abbas Naqvi, popularly known as Lahore ka Khojji, as part of the Economic History Society.

The session was presided over by Dr. Rashid Amjad, Director GIDS and Patron of the Governing Council of the Economic History Society.

Mr. Naqvi delivered an engaging and insightful talk on the historical, architectural, and cultural diversity of Lahore, emphasizing the importance of preserving the city’s rich heritage.

We are pleased to welcome Syed Faizan Abbas Naqvi as an Honorary Member of the Economic History Society, where he will continue to contribute his knowledge and expertise to the Society and the Institute.




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