Bilawal Institute of Historical Research

Bilawal Institute of Historical Research

بلاول انسٹیٹیوٹ آف ہسٹوریکل ریسرچ‎ (Urdu) بلاول انسٽيٽيوٽ آف هسٽارڪل ريسرچ (Sindhi)
Type	Research and cultural institution
Established	1996
Location	Nawabshah, Shaheed Benazirabad District, Sindh, Pakistan 26°14′17″N68°23′41″E / 26.23814°N 68.39481°E / 26.23814; 68.39481
Campus	Urban
Affiliations	Government of Sindh

The Bilawal Institute of Historical Research (BIHR) is a research and cultural institution located in Nawabshah (Shaheed Benazirabad), Sindh, Pakistan. It is known for preserving historical artifacts, maintaining a specialized library, and promoting cultural and academic activities in the region.

History and overview

Established in 1996, the institute operates under the Sindh provincial framework and is listed in official government organizational records. ^[1] It has gained recognition for its museum, library, and open-air theatre facilities. The library contains over 2,200 books, including rare works, used by students, researchers, and scholars. ^[2]

Facilities and activities

BIHR houses a museum with historical and cultural artifacts, an open-air theatre for public and academic events, and a research library. It regularly hosts cultural programs, seminars, and research gatherings.

Publications

The institute publishes the Bi-Annual Bilawal Research Journal, which features scholarly articles on history, culture, and heritage. One of its notable issues is Volume 3, Number 4 (2011), edited by Dr. Muhammad Laiq Zardari. ^[3]

See also

• Shaheed Benazirabad District
• Central Cotton Research Institute, Nawabshah

References

1. "Sindh Public Procurement Regulatory Authority". e.pprasindh.gov.pk. Archived from the original on 2025-05-19. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
2. "Commissioner Visits Bilawal Institute of Historical Research." UrduPoint, 25 March 2023. Retrieved 15 August 2025.
3. "Book Details - Library". lib.sindh.org. Retrieved 2025-11-13.