The Lahore University of Management Sciences provides a unique and fairly optimistic vision of Pakistan. One of the most progressive higher eduction institutes in the country, LUMS students are pooled primarily from upper-middle class families. The campus is among the most politically active in the region, with faculty and student members involved in series of social movements over the past few years, including the 2007-08 Lawyers’ Movement during Musharraf’s military rule.
This week marked the annual ‘Colour Festival’ at LUMS. Monday kicked off the celebrations with Dacoit Day, where students dress up as highway bandits and rob teachers and fellow students of the money in their wallets. Among the revellers, some not-too-subtle interpretations of the traditional Taliban outfit could be seen.
Good stuff man, looking forward to seeing more from Pak. Also, are you aware that there’s a tiny smiley face on the top right hand corner of your blog?