Mangaluru: Former MLA of Mangalore North Moidin Bawa said that combining cultural awareness with formal education is important for the overall development of children. He said such an approach helps shape responsible and confident citizens. He was speaking as the chief guest at the Prep Graduation Ceremony of Barakah International School and College.
Students who completed their preparatory education presented a series of cultural programmes during the event. These included skits, action songs, short plays and other performances, showcasing the confidence and skills developed during their early years at the institution.
Several guests were present at the programme, including Abdul Naser, popularly known as Lucky Star and President of the Wakf Advisory Committee; Dr Mohammed Nohman; S A Khaleel, Chairman of Bolar Islamic Centre; Naufal Kokkada, President of SKSM Youth Wing; Suhail Kandak, Chairman of Make a Change Foundation; and Mohammad Ashraf Badriya, President of Muslim Aikyata Vedike.
The programme began with a welcome address by Principal Sharfuddin B S, who spoke about the school’s educational approach that focuses on academics along with moral and cultural values.
Ayan Ashraf, Director of Barakah, conveyed the Chairman’s message and spoke about the institution’s continued focus on value-based education.
The vote of thanks was proposed by Mohammed Haneef, Principal of Islamic Studies.





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Humnabad: Three members of a family died on the spot after their bike crashed into a roadside bridge near Hallikhed (B) village in Humnabad taluk on Sunday.
The deceased have been identified as Venkat (40), his wife Shilpa (35) and their daughter Rakshita (12), all residents of Rajeshwar village. Another child, Digambar (15), sustained serious injuries and has been admitted to Bidar Institute of Medical Sciences (BRIMS) Hospital for treatment.
According to police, the family was travelling on a bike towards Bidar when the rider lost control and the vehicle hit the bridge.
The incident occurred within the limits of Hallikhed (B) police station. A case has been registered, and further investigation is under way.
