Kapu, August 18, 2025 – The Board of Islamic Education Karnataka Kapu Centre hosted a felicitation ceremony at the K. One Hotel auditorium in Kapu, Udupi district, on August 17, 2025, to honor students for their academic achievements. The event, attended by prominent religious and community leaders, underscored the significance of acquiring knowledge over material wealth.

Maulana Adil Nadvi, religious scholar from Ayesha Masjid, Najar, spoke as the chief guest, emphasizing that wealth without knowledge renders life meaningless. He urged individuals to pursue knowledge diligently, even if it requires great effort, and to seek both worldly and spiritual wisdom. He highlighted that the Quran, the final divine scripture, begins with a verse advocating the acquisition of knowledge.

Reshma Bailur, a member of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, also addressed the gathering, stressing the need to study the purpose of human existence, actions in this life, and preparation for the hereafter. She emphasized that knowledge must be internalized and shared with society to be truly meaningful, ensuring its benefits reach others.

The event was presided over by Anwar Ali, president of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Kapu Circle, who highlighted the organization’s mission to build a virtuous society, eradicate evil, promote ethical values among youth, and foster peace, love, and harmony. He encouraged active participation in these efforts.

The program began with a Quran recitation by Faran Begum. Muhammad Sharif Sheikh welcomed the guests, and Shehenaz, director of the Board of Islamic Education, delivered the introductory speech. Chief guests Zakir Hussain, Asif J.D., and Ashfaq Ahmad Mujawar felicitated students who excelled in the Board of Islamic Education exams, as well as those from the Students Islamic Organisation (SIO) and Girls Islamic Organisation (GIO) who scored above 80% in SSLC and PUC exams. Prizes were also awarded to winners of SIO competitions.

The event was compered by Meharoof, with Syed Mustakeem offering the vote of thanks.