ANANTNAG, MAY 20: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today presided the renaming ceremony of Government High School (GHS) Hapatnar as Shaheed Adil Hussain Shah Memorial High School Hapatnar.
MLA Pahalgam Altaf Ahmad Wani (Kaloo); Director Social Welfare Kashmir, Director School Education Kashmir, Director Health Services Kashmir, CMO, CEO, other senior officers of district administration, family members of Shaheed Adil Hussain and large number of locals were also present on the occasion.
Addressing a large gathering, the Minister paid rich tributes to Shaheed Adil and said that the renaming of the institution is a humble tribute to the courage, sacrifice and patriotism displayed by the martyr. She added that the sacrifice of brave son of the soil will not be forgotten and Shaheed Adil will be remembered in our hearts, as this school is dedicated in his name to recognise his sacrifice.
Calling Shaheed Adil Hussain as national hero, Sakeena Itoo said that Government is committed to support the family in every possible manner.
“Everyone remembers martyr Adil Sahib. Along with Jammu and Kashmir, he has left his mark across the country. No one can ever forget the sacrifice he made,” Sakeena Itoo said.
The Minister recalled that Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah and former Chief Minister, Dr. Farooq Abdullah had promised the family that the school would be renamed after the martyr, adding that the government fulfilled the promise within a year.
The Minister emphasized that educational institutions play a vital role in shaping the future of society and renaming the school after Shaheed Adil would serve as a constant source of inspiration for students and youth of the area. She urged the students to work hard with commitment, discipline and contribute positively towards nation-building and social progress.
Highlighting the government’s commitment towards strengthening the education sector across Jammu and Kashmir, the Minister said that several initiatives are being undertaken to improve educational infrastructure, enhance learning facilities and provide quality education to students, particularly in rural and far-flung areas.
She further said that the Omar Abdullah-led Government is focused on ensuring inclusive and equitable development across all sectors with special attention towards education, healthcare and social welfare.
MLA Pahalgam, Altaf Ahmad Wani (Kaloo) also spoke on the occasion.
The Minister also interacted with students and teaching staff and appreciated the efforts of the school administration in promoting quality education in the region.
During the visit, the Minister also interacted with local residents and family members of Shaheed Adil Hussain, and paid rich tributes to the martyr.
The locals also raised various public issues before the Minister and sought their immediate redressal. she assured them that their genuine demands will be addressed.
On the occasion, a short movie was also played in the memory of Shaheed Adil Hussain Shah highlighting his braveness, besides lectures were delivered, praising the boldness and his humane nature of Shaheed Adil Hussain.
