Foundation Stone Laying ceremony of Hira Women's Science PU College

17.05.10 Mangalore : Education is important to lead a happy and peaceful life. In this age of advancing science and technology it becomes imperative for every individual to acquire education, especially women, opined B A Moideen, Former Minister for Higher Education, Government of Karnataka.

He was addressing the gathering after laying the foundation stone for Hira Women’s Science Pre University College at Hira Nagar, near Thokkottu on Sunday, May 16.

Recalling l the dark age of regional Muslims, when the parents were hesitating to send their girl children to school, Moideen expressed his gladness that a revolution has been created in the recent days in the field of education within the community.He said that during the period of struggle against British, Indian Muslims went to the extent of boycotting English language, which resulted in extreme back-lag of the community.

Stressing upon the need of science education, Moideen said that a girl who obtains science education can also carry out researches in different areas, even by sitting inside her home.

Terming the teaching profession as the most suitable job for Muslim women, Moideen opined that a teacher can become a good house wife and a successful companion of her husband. Moreover, a teacher can also contribute towards protecting the culture and interests of the community, he added.

Applauding the endeavour of Shanthi Education Trust in the field of education, he called upon the management to establish B Ed and D Ed courses too, in order to pave the way for rural women to become teachers.

Yogish Bhat, MLA, Mangalore South Constituency, said that he is impressed by the performance of Hira Women’s College and Girls’ High School so far as they not only spread light of mere knowledge and science but also provide moral education.

Stressing upon the importance of moral values in one’s success, Bhat said that to lead a healthy life human beings not only require physical, mental and social health but also require spiritual health.

U T Khader, MLA, Mangalore Constituency, said, any community cannot achieve progress without the progress of women. “And without education no one can attain development”, he warned. He reminded the audience that women not only constitute half the part of the human society, but also give birth to the other half.

Khader also pledged to provide all facilities for the development of Hira Women’s College.

Moulana Sayyid Yusuf, Khatheeb of Kachchi Masjid, stressed upon the importance given by the religion of Islam for educating men and women without any bias. The Value of education is invaluable, he said.

Y Abdullah Kunhi, the Chancellor of Yenepoya University, in his presidential address appealed the local Muslim community to give utmost priority to education rather than spending countless money in ceremonies like marriages.
The programme commenced with the recitation of Qur’anic verses by Zabina followed by the English and Kannada translation by Muna and Mariam Shaheera respectively. K Abdul Rahman, Vice Chairman of Shanthi Education Trust delivered the welcome speech. KM Ashraf, Convenor of Educational Committee proposed the vote of thanks.

K.M Shareef, Chairman Shanti Education Trust, Maulana Yahya Tangal of Al-Furqaan institute, Mumtaz head of Hira Girls High School, Fathima Mehroom, Head of Degree College and Vijayalaxmi, head of P.U department were present during the occassion