Hameed Al Husseinie College marked a historic milestone in its distinguished 141-year legacy with the ceremonial laying of the foundation stone for the Nine-Storey Illyas Abdul Kareem Education, Sports & Innovation Complex.
The ceremony took place on Sunday, June 28, on a newly acquired 102-perch property adjoining the college premises and was held under the patronage of renowned philanthropist Al Haj Ilyas Abdul Kareem.The event was graced by Deputy Speaker of Parliament Dr. Rizvie Salih as the Chief Guest. Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Salih underscored the importance of quality education and modern educational infrastructure in nurturing responsible citizens and driving national development.
He also commended the collective commitment of Light for Life and the Hameedian community in bringing this landmark initiative to fruition.The welcome address was delivered by K.R. Akram, Director of Light for Life and a distinguished old boy of the college.
The programme was conceived, planned, coordinated, and successfully executed under the visionary leadership of Faizal Buhary, Old Boy of the college and Director of Light for Life.Designed as a state-of-the-art facility, the Nine-Storey Illyas Abdul Kareem Education, Sports & Innovation Complex will provide an integrated environment for academic excellence, sports development, innovation, and extracurricular activities.
The project was conceptualized and presented by Light for Life, an organization that has consistently contributed to the educational and social advancement of communities across Sri Lanka.The new complex will feature a modern administrative wing accommodating the Principal, Vice Principals, and administrative staff, along with dedicated Student and Parent Counselling Centres aimed at supporting students’ academic achievement, mental well-being, and parental engagement.
The foundation stone was ceremonially laid by Al Haj Ilyas Abdul Kareem, Deputy Speaker Dr. Rizvie Salih, College Principal Mrs. N. Shaniya Dain, donors, and other distinguished guests. The vote of thanks was delivered by Old Boys’ Association Secretary Imtiaz Illyas, who expressed appreciation to the guests, organizers, donors, and all those who contributed to the success of the event.In recognition of his presence and contribution, the organizers presented a commemorative memento to Dr. Rizvie Salih.
Among those in attendance were Member of Parliament Mujeebur Rahuman, former Minister A.H.M. Fowzie, Directors of Light for Life, Principal Mrs. N. Shaniya Dain, Deputy Principals, Zahira College Principal Trizviiy Marikar, members of the School Development Committee, the President and members of the Zahira College Old Boys’ Association, parents, teachers, students, and a large gathering of well-wishers.
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