A grand and vibrant Eid Milan ceremony was organized at Sir Syed Tower under the auspices of Aligarh Muslim University Old Boys Association (AMUOBA). The event was attended by Chancellor SSUET Muhammad Akbar Ali Khan, Erum Akbar Ali Khan, Dr Jafar Nazir Usmani, Senior Alig, Engr. Adil Usman, Mohsin Hassan Khan, Mukhtar Naqvi, Masood Alam, Prof Dr Afzal Haque, Cdre (R) Syed Sarfraz Ali, Prof Dr Muhammad Aamir, Engr Hassan Zaki, and a large number of Aligarians and SSUET Alumni.
Chancellor's Remarks
Expressing his joy on the occasion, Muhammad Akbar Ali Khan, President of AMUOBA and Chancellor of Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET), stated that the Eid Milan ceremony reminds us of the values that symbolize unity, solidarity, and brotherhood. He emphasized that it brings the Aligarh community together in a purposeful and meaningful way.
Other Speakers
Erum Akbar Ali Khan, Chairperson of the Zakir Ali Khan Foundation, Dr Jafar Nazir Usmani, Honorary Secretary General of AMUOBA, and others also addressed the gathering. Their speeches highlighted the importance of community bonding and cultural heritage.
Cultural Performances
The event featured captivating cultural performances, including a heartfelt poem recited by Prof Dr Muhammad Amir, contemporary poetry by Dr Waleej Haider, and selected Urdu poetry by Hassan Zaki. All performances were well-received by the attendees, adding to the festive spirit.
Heritage Restoration
In a related development, Ewing Hall is set to be restored as a heritage building, preserving its historical significance for future generations.
