Leadership Messages

Allah Almighty has blessed the Muslim Ummah with many blessings. One of these blessings is the great blessing of education and learning. As long as we continued to value this blessing, we remained successful in the world. In the past, on one hand, great Hadith scholars, Quran commentators and Islamic jurists were born among us, while on the other hand, excellent scientists and experts of their time also emerged. Through their individual abilities, they made their mark in the world and became a source of honour and respect for this Ummah. But as we gradually moved away from education, humiliation and disgrace became our destiny. Today, we have become one of the most backward nations in the world.

Now, slowly, an educational environment is developing, and religious scholars are also paying attention to this matter. However, we are still far behind in this field compared to the level of awareness with which we need to move forward. At this time, revolutionary steps are needed. In particular, greater attention needs to be given to girls' education because our daughters are working harder than our sons. In terms of numbers, girls are also not behind boys in education. Girls want to pursue higher education, whereas boys often tend to end their educational journey very early. If you want an example, look at the schools around you or observe the environment in your own home. In our city, Muzaffarnagar, there is a very old and large school for boys. There is also an educational institution for girls right in front of it. You can visit both institutions yourself and find out the number of boys and girls studying there. Therefore, it is not only our responsibility but also our duty to understand these circumstances and make efforts to bring more and more boys into the field of education.

If this difference between boys and girls continues to grow, a major gap in educational ability will develop between them, and we will have to face serious consequences. When our daughters do not find boys with equal educational abilities in their society, it is quite possible that they may prefer someone from outside their community for a better future. As a result, they may even lose their faith. Keeping these circumstances in mind, a school has been established in Muzaffarnagar in association with Darul Uloom Al Qasmi. Through this institution, efforts are being made to ensure that students who study here become highly capable individuals who understand the importance of humanity and consider serving others their life's mission. This is the first residential school in the area, and there was a great need for such an institution. By living in a hostel, children can stay away from many distractions and continue their education along with their regular studies.

A special programme has been arranged at this institution for Hafiz students and those students who had left their madrasa or school due to certain difficulties but now want to continue their educational journey. There is also a special programme for students who wish to complete their 12th grade within four years.

If Hafiz students go to another school for admission, you can imagine which class they will be admitted to and how they will be treated in that environment. Will they be able to retain the Quran they have memorised or not? These are some of the circumstances that have increased the need for this school even further. On this occasion, it is important to thank Dr. Abdul Qadir Sahib, Chairman of Shaheen Group of Institutions, who has introduced the Hifz-ul-Quran Plus programme. This programme will open a new path for the Muslim Ummah. It is the responsibility of the scholars, intellectuals, community leaders and financially capable people of the Muslim Ummah to establish such institutions or provide full support to those who are establishing them, so that every single child of this Ummah can receive good education and proper training.

Seeking your prayers,
Muhammad Akram Nadwi
Founder: Suffah International Academy