‘Maulana’s contribution to education remains an inspiration’

Member of the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language, New Delhi, Davood Mohsin inaugurating the National Education Day programme organised by Sana Group of Institutions in Hubballi on Wednesday.

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad’s contribution to the development of India’s education system, particularly higher and technical education, continues to inspire generations, retired Principal of S.K.A.H. Milath College, Davangere, Davood Mohsin has said.

Speaking at the National Education Day programme organised by Sana Group of Institutions in Hubballi on Wednesday, Prof. Mohsin, who is also a member of the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language, New Delhi, highlighted Moulana’s role in establishing institutions such as the Indian Institute of Technology (IITs), the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

He recalled that Moulana was a pioneer in advocating free and compulsory primary education for all children up to the age of 14. He had also emphasised the importance of education of girls. He urged students to draw inspiration from Moulana’s life and ideals to achieve success.

The programme commemorated National Education Day and paid tribute to Maulana who was India’s first Education Minister.

Executive Trustee of Sana Educational Charitable Trust Mohammed Tariq Mujahid urged students to develop competitive skills and prepare themselves for the global job market.

Highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence in education, he advised students to use technology productively.

Presiding over the programme, Abdul Razzak Honnutagi spoke about the transformative power of education, the importance of linguistic diversity and Moulana’s contribution to preserving India’s composite cultural heritage.

Principal Arifa Sultana Makandar stressed the need to promote quality education, intellectual development, literary appreciation and cultural harmony among students.