40 of Pakistan's finest young minds gather together to share their passion for space exploration and innovation!
BURAQ SPACE CAMP
A ten day camp is held in Islamabad, where the brightest students selected from all over Pakistan are given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with global leaders from all modern professional fields, including but not limited to academia, science and technology, business, research and development. Buraq is an unforgettable experience that has the potential to shape an entire generation of young leaders.
HOW TO REGISTER
If you are between the ages of 14 and 17, you’re in luck! Visit the registration section of the website and you should find a google form to fill out as your application, based on which you will be either selected or rejected. Registrations open in September and the camp will be in session in the last week of December. Good luck cadets.
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THE BURAQ PLANETARY SOCIETY
Buraq Planetary society was initiated in 1993. Buraq's first accomplishment was that of immediately receiving international recognition by sending three of its members to the Uzbekistan Space Camp. In 1994, Buraq held its first Pakistani Space Camp in Murree and has held seventeen camps since then. Graduate Buraqians play a key role in organizing space camp, creating a self-supporting hierarchy of individuals who understand the Buraq experience firsthand.
Dr. Shahid Mahmud
Founder & Chairman
Dr. Mahmud is dedicated to addressing the critical needs of society through systems integration, enhanced by optimized connectivity to support sectors such as health, education, and public safety...
Sameer Qureshi
Co Founder
Sameer Qureshi holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University and a Master's degree in Computer Science from Stanford University...
Naureen Gul Mahmud
Vice Chairperson
Naureen Gul Mahmud serves as a member of the Board of Directors at the Buraq Planetary Society, where she provides essential guidance on the organization's vision, strategy, and objectives...
Usman Yousuf
Vice Chairperson
An influential figure with an extensive track record, Usman stands as a regional entrepreneur, an internationally recognized tutor and coach at Euronext, and a visionary venture investor investing in start ups in Pakistan and the region.
Anushay Mahmud Usman
Program Director
Anushay is motivated by a passion for empowering the youth. With an unwavering commitment to enhancing the educational experience for teenagers, she is dedicated to regionally expanding .....
Moiz Amer
Program Manager
Possessing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Moiz Amer is committed to empowering the youth, encouraging...
Col (R) Nadeem Maqsood Hashmi
Head of Logistical Operations and Administration
Colonel (R) Nadeem Maqsood Hashmi has been an integral part of the Buraq Camp since 2010, playing a pivotal role in maintaining discipline and ensuring the smooth execution of the camp's operations...
Syed Ammar Mahdi
STEM Leader
Ammar is a Biomedical Computer Engineer from Habib University. He is a trainee field engineer and technician currently based in Pakistan and Nigeria.
Shahryar Khan
STEM Leader