Srinagar, May 20: The government on Wednesday sanctioned the naming of several schools after eminent personalities and martyrs in recognition of their outstanding contributions, legacy and supreme sacrifices.
The decision has been taken in pursuance of the 7th Council of Ministers meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
Government Higher Secondary School, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, has been renamed after Late Principal Kuldeep Kumar Badyal, while Government High School, Hapatnard in Anantnag district, has been named after Late Adil Hussain Shah.
Adil Hussain Shah earned widespread admiration for his courage and selflessness during the Baisaran attack, where he helped tourists to safety and laid down his life for humanity.
The government stated that the initiative is aimed at honouring the memory and legacy of distinguished personalities and martyrs who have rendered notable service and sacrifice for society.
Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today presided over 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 a large number of locals were also present on the occasion.
Addressing a 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 the 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 a national hero, Itoo said that the 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,” she said.
The minister recalled that Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah and former Chief Minister 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.
She 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.