Islampur (Sangli Districti), MAHARASHTRA :
Book Distribution and Certificate Distribution Ceremony Enthusiastically Held at Nishat Urdu Library
Islampur:
“To make human life prosperous, profound, and radiant, as well as to give the right direction to life, it is essential to imbibe the thoughts of great personalities, and these thoughts are acquired only through the reading of books,” asserted Senior Journalist and Executive Editor of Weekly Shodhan, Shahjahan Magdum. He was speaking as the keynote speaker at the book distribution ceremony and the certificate distribution programme for the free basic computer course organised at Nishat Urdu Library here.
The programme, held on December 11, was presided over by social activist Jameer Nadaf, while Prof. Nazim Shaikh was present as the Chief Guest.
The ceremony began in a very auspicious atmosphere with a melodious recitation of the Holy Qur’an by students of the Madrasa.
Following this, the anchor, Mr. Altaf Momin, introduced the guests to the audience in his fluent style and presented a brief overview of the educational and social journey of the Nishat Library.
In his keynote address, Shahjahan Magdum underscored the importance of reading culture. He stated that everyone gathered there was inspired by the noble teachings of Islam and Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. With the noble intention that the Prophet’s message of humanity and his teachings should reach all communities in the Marathi language, he donated Islamic books and copies of the Marathi translation of the Holy Qur’an to the library.
He guided the audience by referencing inspiring articles and thoughts based on the lives of great personalities. Mentioning that his relationship with Nishat Library is not just formal but old and emotional, he assured all possible help for the library’s future progress and needs. He praised the institution’s office bearers, stating that Nishat Library is performing the sacred duty of preserving and growing the reading culture in the city and surrounding areas. He thanked trustees Abid Momin, Anis Momin, and other office bearers for the invitation.
While delivering the introductory remarks, Anis Momin, the Secretary of Nishat Library, presented an account of the institution’s 40-year penance. Narrating the inspiring history since the library’s inception, he mentioned that keeping the reading culture alive in Urdu, Marathi, and English languages and running a library in a city like Islampur for the last four decades was a major challenge. He detailed how difficult this task was and how the institution reached this stage by overcoming obstacles. He gratefully noted that many prestigious citizens, donors, and especially Urdu medium students consistently contributed to this journey. He explained that the library not only makes books available for reading but also fulfills its social responsibility by conducting free computer classes and various socially useful activities.
In his presidential address, Jameer Nadaf explained the significance of reading. Stating that reading changes a person’s vision and makes them complete, he proposed a significant concept for the better utilisation of the library. He suggested that a grand ‘Kavi Sammelan’ (Poets’ Meet) bringing together Urdu and Marathi literature should be organised in Islampur city. He also appealed that, not limiting the scope to just reading, other educational and social programmes should be organised with the cooperation of all communities. He assured that he would personally take the initiative and provide appropriate cooperation for such activities.
Chief Guest Prof. Nazim Shaikh provided valuable guidance to the students. He said that they have been blessed with a home of knowledge in the form of Nishat Library, and students should make the best use of it. He urged students from all sections of society, especially the needy, to take advantage of the ongoing free computer classes as well as coaching classes for Marathi, English, and Mathematics to build their careers. Prof. Shaikh is always striving for the development of Nishat Library and to fulfill the educational needs of Urdu medium students.
Delivering a message of social harmony, Sambhaji Brigade Sangli District President Umesh Shewale highlighted the progressive thoughts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj, Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Citing history, he clarified that Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj worked for the upliftment of not just the Bahujan society but people of all castes and religions. Significantly, Shahu Maharaj had performed a historic and important task of religious harmony by providing funds for the Marathi translation of the Qur’an in those times. On behalf of Sambhaji Brigade, he reminisced about the work of Lokshahir Annabhau Sathe of the Samyukta Maharashtra movement.
Sambhaji Brigade Islampur City President Ajit Havaldar emphasised his and his family’s harmonious and affectionate relations with the Muslim community. He mentioned that since it was a Nishat Library programme, he attended specifically as a book lover. He testified that his and his organisation’s cooperation would remain for any constructive work of the society in the future. On this occasion, Umesh Suryagandh also provided enlightening guidance to the audience and profusely praised the social work of Nishat Library.
Taking the opportunity of this ceremony, valuable books were donated to the library. Through the efforts of Shahjahan Magdum, 10 copies of the Marathi translated Holy Qur’an and 250 books on various subjects were handed over from the Islamic Marathi Publication Trust (Mumbai). Similarly, on behalf of Sambhaji Brigade Islampur, 8 volumes of selected literature of Lokshahir Annabhau Sathe were donated, and Shakirbhai Tamboli donated 100 copies of his self-authored book “OBC Reservation Sub-Quota: Ibadat Bhi, Zimmedari Bhi” to the library.
On this occasion, member students of the library were honoured with certificates at the hands of dignitaries for successfully completing the Free Basic Computer Training Course. In this programme, Chief Guests Shahjahan Magdum, Jameer Nadaf, and Prof. Nazim Shaikh were felicitated with bouquets, mementos, shawls, and books.
Haji Saif Mulla proposed the vote of thanks. The programme was attended in large numbers by reader members as well as Institution President Javed Momin, Nadeem Patwekar, Barkatulla Momin, Zahur Patwekar, Akil Momin, Shahnawaz Mulla, Nasimulgani Patwekar, Zafar Diwan, Nazir Bijapure, Maulana Ajmal Raza, Yashwant Dhumale, Deepak Todkar, and other dignitaries. Anis Momin, Abid Momin, Librarian Arman Patel, and Clerk Khushi Shanediwan took special efforts to make the programme a success.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News / by Radiance News Bureau / December 13th, 2025