Shaheen Group adopts Mahmud Gawan Madrasa in Bidar for preservation, development
Bidar: Dr. Abdul Qadeer, Chairman and Founder of Shaheen Group of Institutions, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to adopt the historic Mahmud Gawan Madrasa in Bidar. This partnership aims to preserve and develop the madrasa over the next five years.
The Mahmud Gawan Madrasa, built in 1472 by Mahmud Gawan, Prime Minister of the Bahmani Sultanate, was once a significant center of learning. It offered education in various fields such as theology, philosophy, astronomy, mathematics, and languages like Arabic and Persian. The madrasa housed a library with 3,000 books, a mosque, lecture halls, and accommodations for both students and teachers, drawing scholars from different parts of the world.
Under the terms of the MOU, Shaheen Group will focus on improving the site's amenities. These include enhancing hygiene facilities like toilets and drinking water points, improving accessibility through pathways and ramps, and upgrading safety measures such as first aid stations and CCTV surveillance. Additionally, the site will see the introduction of cultural and educational features like a light and sound show, interpretation tools, and Wi-Fi services.
Tausif Madikeri, an executive with the Shaheen Group, shared details of these planned improvements, emphasizing that the initiative is part of the institution's broader efforts to contribute positively to society by preserving important cultural sites.
This effort is seen as a step toward ensuring that the Mahmud Gawan Madrasa remains an important historical and educational site for future generations.
The Shaheen Group of Institutions, led by Dr. Abdul Qadeer, is a prominent educational organization in India known for its quality education and holistic development. With a focus on academic excellence, the group has been instrumental in shaping the careers of thousands of students across the country. Beyond academics, Shaheen Group emphasizes the importance of values and ethics, striving to nurture well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.
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345 Indian fishermen stranded in Iran return home via Armenia
New Delhi (PTI): A group of 345 Indian fishermen, who were stranded in Iran amid escalating regional tensions, returned to India via Armenia on Saturday, officials said.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar thanked his Armenian counterpart Ararat Mirzoyan for assistance in return of the Indian nationals.
The Indian nationals arrived in Chennai this evening, the officials cited above said.
The circumstances that led to them being stranded in Iran were not immediately known.
"Thank FM @AraratMirzoyan and the Government of Armenia for facilitating the evacuation of Indian fishermen today from Iran, through Armenia to India," Jaishankar said on social media.
Over 1,500 Indian nationals have left Iran through land border crossings in Armenia and Azerbaijan since the start of the West Asia conflict over a month ago.
"A group of Indian fishermen, stranded in Iran, are returning home via Armenia today; their flight is expected to reach India this evening," a government statement said.
It said the Ministry of External Affairs continues to closely monitor the evolving situation in the West Asian region, with the safety, security and welfare of the Indian community being accorded the highest priority.
It also made a mention of five Indians being injured in Abu Dhabi on Friday.
According to Abu Dhabi authorities, the Indian nationals were among the 12 people injured by debris from an intercepted missile.
"In an attack in Abu Dhabi, five Indian nationals were injured; four have been discharged, one remains under treatment," the Indian government's statement said.
It said the Indian mission in Abu Dhabi is extending "full" assistance and coordinating with local authorities, adding that their flight is expected to reach India this evening.
