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Foundation Stone Laying

When
3 November 1886
Where
Lahore
Part of
Aitchison College, Lahore, is founded under Sir Charles Umpherston Aitchison

The Viceroy Earl of Dufferin laid the foundation stone for the main building of the Punjab Chiefs' College in Lahore on 3 November 1886.

This event marked the physical commencement of the college's construction. The ceremony was performed by the Viceroy, highlighting the institution's significance within the British Raj's educational framework in the Punjab province.

Sources

  1. Aitchison College Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-08

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