‘Maulana’s contribution to education remains an inspiration’

HUBBALLI 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.