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MES Indian School honours the legacy of late Hyder Haji
Tribune News Network
Doha
MES Indian School organised a solemn condolence meeting to pay homage to Late Hyder Haji, one of the school's founding members and former president. The gathering honoured his enduring legacy, exceptional leadership, and invaluable contributions to the establishment and growth of the institution.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr Najeeb K P, senior vice president of the MES Governing Board.
Representing the Embassy of India, Harish Pandey, first secretary, graced the gathering, symbolizing the deep respect and recognition accorded to the late Hyder Haji. The gathering was honoured by the presence of several distinguished dignitaries including Manikantan (president, ICC),Deepak Shetty (officiating president, ICBF), C.V. Rappai (president, Birla Public School), Babu Rajan (former president, ICC & ICBF), Haider Chungathara (president, INCAS), Abdul Raheem (member, CIC), Khaleel A. P. (chief coordinator, UNITY Qatar & MES Management Member), and Basheer (MES management member) who spoke in the gathering, paying tribute to the departed soul. The dignitaries fondly remembered Hyder Haji's remarkable contributions to education, social welfare, and the Indian diaspora in Qatar.
Kashif Jaleel (vice president, MES Governing Board), Ahamed Isham (deputy general secretary, MES Governing Board), Ashraf Sharafudheen (director, MES Governing Board), Fasalu P. P. (director, MES Governing Board), and other MES management members were among the dignitaries present at the meet. The gathering was seamlessly presented by Mohd. Ilias, vice principal & head of Boys' Section. A heartfelt video presentation depicting the life, legacy, and enduring achievements of Hyder Haji was also screened during the gathering.
A successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, Hyder Haji spent over five decades in Qatar. He was also the founder of the Family Food Centre Group and supported several educational initiatives in India, including Dayapuram Educational Centre and Ideal Education Society, Thrissur.