– Raheem Khan
Jaipur: The EMKAY Foundation organized a Minority Student Talent Award Ceremony in Jaipur, with Indresh Kumar, convener of the Rashtriya Muslim Manch, as the chief guest. Special guests included Jasvir Singh, former chairman of the Minority Commission, SS Agarwal, chairman of AIIMS Jodhpur, and Dr. Aslam Nagra, chairman of EMKAY Foundation.
Dr. Aslam Nagra explained that the ceremony honored advocates, doctors, and students who excelled in their 10th and 12th-grade exams. Out of 1,283 registered candidates, 300 students were selected for recognition.
Dr. Nagra noted that the EMKAY Foundation is the first of its kind, operating without registration, and despite challenges, he managed to fund the program independently. He expressed his commitment to organizing similar events in the future, particularly focused on education, to uplift the minority community. He emphasized that education is crucial for societal and national progress. Additionally, the foundation awarded scholarships of ₹51,000 each to four schools and one college.
Indresh Kumar stressed the need to raise awareness about education within the minority community. Jasvir Singh echoed this sentiment, stating that improving education for children is key to uplifting society.
Media coordinator Ayub Ali Mundori praised Dr. Aslam’s social work, highlighting his free diagnostic services for the needy, alongside his dedication to promoting education. He remarked that Dr. Aslam envisions education as a fundamental necessity, aiming for every child to have access to it and understand its importance.
Ayub Ali Nagra, founder of EMKAY Foundation, expressed his pride in the educational achievements of Muslim children. He noted the significant progress in the community and how Indian doctors and engineers are now recognized globally. He encouraged students to continue advancing in education, making a name for themselves, their families, and their country.
The event was attended by committee members Advocate Shamshul, Advocate Sarwar Alam, Bhupesh Yadav, Advocate Sikandar Ali, and many others.
