ALIGARH, October 15: The Paramedical College, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), organised a two-day Jashn-e-Sir Syed 2026, bringing together students from diverse disciplines for competitions celebrating the educational vision and legacy of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan.
The programme featured essay writing, poster making, painting, speech and poetry competitions. The essay competition focused on “Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s Vision of Education and Its Relevance in Modern Times”, while the poster-making and painting competitions explored the theme “Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and Aligarh Muslim University”. Prizes were awarded to winners in various categories, including consolation awards.
Addressing the gathering, Principal Prof. Qazi Ehsan Ali appreciated the enthusiasm of students and faculty members in organising activities that brought together participants from across the university. He also commended the students for expressing their creativity, original ideas and talents, highlighting the continuing relevance of Sir Syed’s educational vision.
Dr. Jameel Ahmad of the Department of Pharmacology, J.N. Medical College, AMU, served as a judge alongside faculty members of the Paramedical College.
The celebrations drew participation from students of the Faculties of Arts, Social Sciences, Life Sciences and Commerce, as well as Women’s College, the Senior Secondary School, the Paramedical College and the College of Nursing.
Dr. Gufran Jaleel of the Physiotherapy Section, Paramedical College, coordinated the programme in collaboration with other faculty members.
