Hans News Service Khanapur

Thebirth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first Education Minister, was celebrated with enthusiasm at the Collectorate Conference Hall in Nirmal on Wednesday. Additional Collectors Rathod Ramesh and Venkata Madhava Rao participated in the programme and paid floral tributes to Azad’s portrait.

Addressing the gathering, the Additional Collectors said that Azad’s birth anniversary is observed as National Education Day in recognition of his invaluable contributions to the education sector. They recalled his significant role in India’s freedom struggle and his services as the country’s first Education Minister after Independence. They highlighted his efforts in introducing educational reforms and strengthening India’s education system, describing him as a visionary leader who worked for the spread of education.

DEO Bhojanna, SC Welfare Officer Dayanand, minority community leaders, officials and staff members also attended the programme.