Syed Beary urges state govt to allocate ₹100 crore grant to MEIF for development of basic facilities
MEIF’s annual convention and excellence award ceremony held in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: The Muslim Educational Institutions Federation (MEIF) held its Annual Convention and Excellence Award Ceremony in Mangaluru on Saturday, during which Syed Mohammed Beary, the honorary advisor of MEIF, appealed to the Karnataka state government to allocate a one time grant of ₹100 crores to support the development of basic infrastructure facilities in educational institutions under MEIF.
The convention took place at the Prestige International School Auditorium at Jeppinamogaru.
During his address,
Syed Beary highlighted the crucial role of education in addressing societal issues and empowering communities. He emphasized that out of the 175 schools affiliated with MEIF, around 100 schools were facing severe challenges in providing quality education to approximately 60,000 students, who are guided by 6,000 dedicated teachers.
"To sustain and improve the learning environment and basic infrastructure facilities, we seek the government's support in the form of one time grant of Rs.100 Crore," Beary stated.
He also reminded Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa, present at the event, that this was the dream of the late BA Moideen, former Higher Education Minister.
The convention was graced by various dignitaries, including Vidhana Sabha Speaker U.T. Khader, who emphasized the importance of respecting elders and focusing on skill development for students' success. He emphasized that education could solve many problems and uplift communities.
Dinesh Gundurao, Minister for Health and Family Welfare and the district incharge of Dakshina Kannada, appreciated the MEIF affiliated educational institutions for their contribution to providing quality education and fostering a friendly atmosphere in the district. He praised Dakshina Kannada as a model for educational development, especially for minority communities. He said that their government has directed the officials that students should be protected and there should not be any safety issues to students in the District.
During the event, Primary and Secondary Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa apprecated the efforts of MEIF, established 33 years ago . He expressed happiness that he is participating in MEIF event as his first official program in the Dakshina Kannada district.
The convention also recognized exemplary educational institutions achieving 100% results
and students securing high marks in SSLC and PUC examinations. Awards were distributed to educational institutes with great performance in other categories too.
Umar Teekay, Honorary President of MEIF, opined and expressed immense hope under the leadership of Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa, the son of former Chief Minister Bangarappa, who gained huge popularity across the state, that a couple of revolutionary things will be done in the field of education.
Amidst calls for educational progress, Syed Beary also expressed his disappointment over U.T. Khader being given the speaker's position instead of a ministerial role. He acknowledged Khader's capabilities and hoped that he would excel even as the Speaker. If a leader of Khader's stature and capabilities had got ministerial position it would have helped the common people immensely, said Mr Beary.
Various dignitaries, namely Chancellor of Presidency University Dr. Nissar Ahmed, Founder and Managing Director of Kanachur Academy of General Education Dr. U.K. Monu, Chairman of Prestige International School and PU College Haider Ali K, and National Trainer Prof. Rajendra Bhatt Karkala, graced the convention as chief guests.
MEIF, an organization aimed at finding solutions to common problems in educational institutions, has been conducting educational guidance camps and training programs to address challenges. They have achieved remarkable results in aiding students who were initially struggling academically.
MEIF General Secretary BA Nazir, Treasurer Abdul Rahiman, Shabi Ahmed Qazi, Mustafa Sulya was present on the stage.
President Moosabba P Beary presided over the event, and Vice President B.A. Mumtaz Ali extended gratitude. The program was moderated by Lecturer Abdul Razak Anantadi.
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Bengaluru: Police launch citywide drive to verify visas, credentials of foreign nationals
Bengaluru (PTI): In a coordinated drive to verify the visa status, FRRO details, and credentials of foreign nationals residing in the city, police said on Thursday that inspections are being conducted across all areas of the city.
All Deputy Commissioners of Police and police personnel are actively involved in checking the visa status, Foreigners Regional Registration Office details, and other relevant documents of foreign residents, officials said.
To avoid inconvenience to the public, the inspections are being carried out systematically through live monitoring and field verification methods, they added.
“House owners are required to provide details of foreign nationals residing in their premises, including visa and FRRO information, to the jurisdictional police station,” a statement from the office of Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh said.
Foreign nationals found overstaying their visa or residing without proper documentation are being identified, and legal action is being initiated against them, the statement added. Deportation procedures will also be undertaken if required.
Verification is also being conducted on foreign nationals involved in any illegal activities, police said.
“This operation is being carried out to maintain law and order in the city, and public cooperation is essential,” the statement said. Police urged citizens and house owners to report any suspicious foreign nationals to the nearest police station. The operation will continue further, it added.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday described infiltrators as a threat to national security, alleging that they consume ration and benefits meant for citizens.
Shah made the remark in Araria district of Bihar, where he inaugurated projects worth Rs 175 crore for the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and dedicated several new border outposts to the nation.
