Representatives from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) were also in attendance, said a press release. In line with the directions issued during the previous meeting of the Sub-Committee held on 4 August, the HEC submitted a comprehensive report outlining recommendations for legislation pertaining to the establishment of new universities and Degree Awarding Institutes (DAIs). The HEC has recommended a total of thirty-two (32) cases for enactment by Parliament. During deliberations, both the Committee and HEC representatives underscored the importance of adhering to established legal and regulatory frameworks. For establishment of university in the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), it was reiterated that all requisite criteria for university status must be strictly met.