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31 July 2026 Newsletter

📢 Kohatians Association Newsletter — Oath Taking Ceremony Held at Serena Hotel, Islamabad

The Kohatians Association formally inaugurated its newly elected Cabinet with a grand Oath Taking Ceremony at the Serena Hotel, Islamabad, attended by 250+ Kohatians. Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mr. Faisal Karim Kundi attended as Chief Guest and administered the oath to the new Cabinet.

12 August 2026 Election

Islamabad / Rawalpindi Chapter Elections — Kohatians Association Elections 2026

Preparations for the Islamabad / Rawalpindi Chapter elections are now underway. Elections will be held for President, Vice President, General Secretary, and Finance Secretary. Check your registered chapter, key dates, and eligibility below.

ABOUT THE ELECTIONS Elections will be held for the Islamabad / Rawalpindi Chapter Cabinet for the following positions: • President • Vice President • General Secretary • Finance Secretary TO VOTE IN ISLAMABAD / RAWALPINDI CHAPTER ELECTIONS You must be registered on the KA website with Islamabad / Rawalpindi selected as your chapter. WhatsApp groups or any other informal group membership does not determine your chapter membership or voting eligibility. CHAPTER MOVE REQUEST If you wish to move into or out of the Islamabad / Rawalpindi Chapter, please submit a Chapter Move Request through the KA website. All requests will be reviewed and approved by the Election Commission. KEY DATES • Chapter Move — 23 August 2026 • Nomination Deadline — 06 September 2026 • Candidate and Voter Verification — 09 September 2026 • Final Candidate List — 10 September 2026 • Membership Registration Cutoff — 17 September 2026 • Election Dates — 18 September 2026 (12:01am – 11:59pm) • Results — 19 September 2026 KEY CONTACTS • Naser Hamdani (212/AH) • Dr. Maqbool-ur-Rasheed (4/KH) • Javed Iqbal (20/RH) If you are unsure which chapter you are currently registered with, please log in to your KA account and check your profile. If you intend to change your chapter, please submit your request before the deadline to avoid disappointment later. United by brotherhood. Driven by purpose. Committed to future generations.
10 August 2026 Announcement

Nomination Request — Council of Advisors (Elders)

As per the KA Constitution, 10 senior Kohatians from Entries 1 to 20 are to be nominated to the Council of Advisors (Elders). Members from the designated Entries are requested to build consensus and nominate one registered member.

Dear Kohatians, آسلام و علیکم Ref: Article 4.3 & 4.3.14.1 of KA Constitution Item: Formation of Council of Advisors (Elders) As per the KA Constitution, 10 senior Kohatians from Entries 1 to 20 are to be nominated to the Council of Advisors (Elders). Resolution: It has been resolved that one member shall be nominated from each of the following Entries: 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 11th, 13th, 15th, 17th, and 19th Entry Request to Members of above entries: Please share this message in your respective Entry groups. Build consensus within your Entry and nominate one registered KA member. Please ensure the nominee has given his consent. Criteria: Nominee must be a registered member of KA. Deadline: Submission of Name + Consent by Friday, 21st August 2026 Upon receipt of all nominations, the final list will be presented in the next meeting for approval.
GS / Coordinator, KA
5 August 2026 News

1st Meeting of Central Cabinet After Oath Taking — Key Decisions & Way Forward

Alhamdulillah, the 1st Meeting of the Central Cabinet after Oath Taking was held on 5th August 2026 in Islamabad. Key decisions covered welfare support, education partnerships, new standing committees, and the introduction of an annual membership fee.

Dear Kohatians, آسلام و علیکم Alhamdulillah, the 1st Meeting of the Central Cabinet after Oath Taking was held on 5th August 2026 at Islamabad. Key Achievements & Decisions: 1. Welfare & Support • Monthly financial assistance approved for a deserving Kohatian. • Medical support extended to a Kohatian's son. • Membership Cards to be issued with up to 25% discounts at The Citi Lab, IDC, and more hospitals to follow. 2. Education & Partnerships • MOU signed with Abasyn University: 16 scholarships with 25% fee discount for Kohatians & children. • Health & Education MOUs finalised to benefit members and families. 3. Unity & Governance • KA Central Cabinet desires to bring all Kohatians together. For this concerted efforts are being made. Sincere Kohatians should come forward and volunteer for this noble cause of brotherhood. • 12 Standing Committees constituted. Kohatians are invited to volunteer. • Official WhatsApp Channels to be launched for direct updates. 4. Tribute & Legacy Projects • Shuhada Monument Committee formed. Kohatians will be taken on board to suggest designs. Target: Present to College on Reunion Day. • Green Pakistan Initiative and Tree Plantation Drive launched as per KA's vision. 5. Sustainability • Annual Membership Fee of Rs. 3,000/- introduced to support welfare activities. • Fund Raising Committee constituted. We are grateful to our seniors for their guidance and to all founding members for their selfless service, for devoting their time and energy, and for supporting the KA from their own resources to bring it to where it is today. The President's address and full minutes are available on the KA website. Let's stay united and uphold the Kohatian spirit.
Regards,
Maj Gen Dr Viqar Ahmed Khan (Retd)
President, Kohatians Association