Hyderabad: Government Advisor Mohammed Ali Shabbir said minority education progress remains the key to long-term advancement of Muslim communities while inaugurating Masjid-e-Aliya Jawad in Zaheerabad on Tuesday. He stressed that sustained focus on education and welfare would ensure social and economic mobility.
Addressing a gathering in Aswin Colony, Adarsh Nagar, he expressed satisfaction over the completion of the mosque. He said places of worship carried both spiritual and social value. Moreover, he noted that collective community effort ensured the project’s success and described it as a lasting contribution for future generations.
Referring to Islamic teachings, Shabbir Ali said mosques serve as centres of discipline, unity and responsibility. Therefore, he urged regular participation in prayers and constructive engagement. He also called for greater involvement during Ramzan and asked people to discharge zakat sincerely so that poor families receive support.
Minority education progress through policy measures
Shabbir Ali devoted much of his address to minority education progress. He said the first command in the Quran emphasised learning. However, he observed that the community had lagged in modern educational indicators despite clear guidance on the importance of knowledge.
He said this concern led to focused policy interventions during his tenure. Highlighting the 4% reservation for Muslims in education and employment, he described it as a transformative step. According to him, the measure opened access to professional courses for thousands of students in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
He stated that fee reimbursement and institutional support enabled students from weaker sections to pursue medicine, engineering and management. As a result, many families witnessed visible social change over the past two decades. He said children from previously underserved households now qualified as doctors, engineers and other professionals.
Citing examples, he noted that several beneficiaries specialised in advanced medical fields, including neurology and super-speciality disciplines. He maintained that continued emphasis on minority education progress would strengthen representation in healthcare, law, science and administration.
Shabbir Ali also referred to the expansion of medical and law colleges in the state. He said increased seats created new opportunities for disadvantaged students. Therefore, he urged eligible youth to fully utilise available schemes.
Addressing madrasa management committees, he stressed integrating modern subjects with religious instruction. He suggested introducing computer education and English training alongside Quranic studies. In his view, this combination would prepare students for competitive environments.
He further emphasised discipline and harmony during religious events. He urged organisers to respect neighbours and uphold civic responsibility. According to him, responsible conduct reflects Islamic values and strengthens social cohesion.
On unity, he called for overcoming internal divisions and focusing on shared progress. He urged active participation in democratic processes and responsible voting.
Concluding, Shabbir Ali said charity, education and unity form pillars of sustainable development. He thanked mosque committee members, scholars and residents for completing the project.
Religious scholars including Moulana Mufti Dr Mohammed Saifullah, Meer Jawad Ali Guttedar and Masjid President Meer Jaweed Ali Guttedar attended the event.
