Some 528 students from AMU, its schools and around 16 other schools in Aligarh took part in this year’s Seerat competitions, and about 80 of them went home with prizes when the week-long celebrations closed at Strachey Hall.
The Seerat Committee of the university organised the week. Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mohd Mohsin Khan chaired the closing session.
“Adopt at least one Sunnah”
Prof. Khan’s request to students was a practical one: pick at least one Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and make it part of daily life. He also reminded them to send blessings on the Prophet whenever his name is mentioned.
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Registrar Prof. Aasim Zafar asked students to read books on the Seerat to understand the Prophet’s teachings more deeply, and passed on the Vice-Chancellor’s compliments to the Seerat Committee.
Other speakers:
- Prof. Mohammad Athar Ansari, Dean of Students’ Welfare, recalled his own past association with the Seerat programmes.
- Prof. Tauqeer Alam Falahi, former Dean, Faculty of Theology, said following the Sunnah was the way to earn the love of Allah, citing the Quran.
- Prof. Mohammad Rashid, Chairman, Department of Sunni Theology, said peace and respect for humanity were among society’s most pressing needs today.
- Prof. Mohammad Habibullah Qasmi, Dean, Faculty of Theology and convener, gave the welcome address.
Dr Mohammad Nasir of the Department of Sunni Theology read the report on the week. Dr Nadeem Ashraf conducted the session. Zoya Anees of City School and Asad Riaz Khan of Syed Hamid Senior Secondary School recited naat.
City School’s winners
RMPS AMU City School had a good week. Its students were felicitated at the morning assembly:
- Mohammad Farhan: first in the senior speech competition, at both university and district levels
- Mohammad Affan: second in Qirat and in essay writing
- Mohammad Ziyad and Ataur Rahman: second in the quiz
Principal Dr Mohd Faiyazuddin and Vice Principal Dr Shahid Jaleel gave them certificates and mementoes. Dr Jaleel also credited theology teacher Syed Ateequeur Raheem, who prepared the students.
For more from campus this month, read how Sir Syed Day was marked at Women’s College and beyond.
Frequently asked questions
How many students took part in AMU’s Seerat competitions in 2026?
528 students from AMU, its affiliated schools and around 16 schools in Aligarh. About 80 won prizes.
Where was the closing session held?
At Strachey Hall, chaired by Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mohd Mohsin Khan.
Source: AMU Public Relations Office, 30 October 2026.
