Civil Services

The Christians in Pakistan have always performed well in the civil and private services.  We highlight some of the nationals who are performing their duties with patriotism and dignity throughout the country.

An eminent educationist of international repute, Prof Dr Mira Phailbus served as Principal at Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore, an institute she was associated with for 45 years. The greatest achievement in her 35 years of leadership as Principal was obtaining the Degree Awarding status and total autonomy for the College. On her retirement in 2004, she was appointed the honorary Founding Chairperson of the Pakistan Cricket Board (Women Wing), a post she held for 3 years. During her tenure, the Women’s Cricket Team qualified for the World Cricket Championship.
In 2007, Prof Dr Phailbus was appointed Minister for Education and Minority Affairs, Punjab, in the Caretaker Government. In 2013, she was appointed the first Ombudsperson, Punjab, under the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act 2010. She is the author of “Kinnaird Remembered” published in 2013, to coincide with the College centenary. She is currently serving on a number of University Syndicates and Boards. Dr Phailbus is the recipient of 2 national awards; Pride of Performance in 1995 and the Sitara e Imtiaz in 2005.