MLC Shah Alam ‘Guddu’ Jamali’s Educational Mission Continues to Transform Lives.
Azamgarh:
APS Residential Academy, operating under the guidance of Azamgarh Public School, has once again emerged as a beacon of educational opportunity for deserving students in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
The academy has announced registrations for its Free NEET Residential Coaching Program (Session 2026–27), with the last date for application fixed as May 10, 2026, while the entrance examination will be conducted on May 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the school campus at Kotila Check Post, Rani Ki Sarai, Azamgarh.
This ambitious educational initiative is being spearheaded by Shah Alam, Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) and Founder-Chairman of Azamgarh Public School, whose dedication toward empowering underprivileged students through quality education has earned widespread admiration across the region.
Under the program, 50 meritorious students who have either passed or appeared in the Class 12 examination will receive completely free NEET coaching along with boarding, lodging, and meals—an opportunity that could prove life-changing for economically weaker aspirants preparing for India’s highly competitive medical entrance examination.
In addition, students currently studying in Classes 11 and 12 at Azamgarh Public School will also receive free academic guidance and NEET preparation support, further strengthening the institution’s commitment to educational excellence.What makes the initiative especially remarkable is its proven success record.
Several students trained through the academy are presently pursuing MBBS degrees at prestigious government medical institutions, including King George’s Medical University and Aligarh Muslim University. Their achievements stand as a testament to the academy’s disciplined environment, quality mentorship, and student-centric approach.
For many families in Azamgarh and nearby districts, the program represents not merely coaching, but a gateway to social mobility and a brighter future,
Guddu Jamali: Lighting the Lamp of Education
Widely known among the people as “Garibon Ki Thali” for his unwavering support toward the poor and marginalized, Shah Alam has consistently championed the cause of education as a transformative force for society.
Through his vision, thousands of students are gaining access to disciplined learning environments, modern education, and career opportunities that were once beyond their reach.His educational mission reflects a larger philosophy-that true social progress begins with empowering youth through knowledge. Over the years, his initiatives in Azamgarh have not only strengthened academic infrastructure but also inspired confidence among students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Speaking about the academy’s objective, members of the management stated that the institution aims to identify talented students from rural and financially weaker sections and provide them with every possible resource needed to succeed in competitive examinations like NEET.
Candidates seeking admission can register through the academy’s official portal:
APS Residential Academy Official Website
www.apsracademy.com
For assistance, students may also contact: 8090107028 or 7267827622.
As Azamgarh steadily advances on the educational map of Uttar Pradesh, initiatives led by Shah Alam Guddu Jamali are increasingly being recognized as models of socially driven educational reform-where opportunity, mentorship, and compassion come together to shape the future of an entire generation.
source: http://www.hindektatimes.com / Hind Ekta Times /Home / by Hind Ekta Times / May 10th, 2026
While media spotlight often shines on celebrities and politicians, the real engine of India’s progress runs on the resolve of countless unsung heroes who, away from limelight, quietly transform society.
From national defense to grassroots education, sports, science, and civil service, these individuals from Uttar Pradesh show how courage, compassion, and conviction can drive extraordinary change. Here are 10 such trailblazers whose stories deserve to be heard:
Captain Sariya Abbasi: A Woman in Uniform on the Frontlines
Hailing from a small city of Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, Captain Sayria Abbasi broke every convention to join the Indian Army. A graduate in Genetic Engineering and with plenty of job offers and career opportunities from big companies was not enough for her to pursue in life. The call of service for the motherland was too strong to be sacrificed.
The world noticed her as a soldier deployed at the Line of Actual Control (LAC), India-China temporary border, manning an Air Gun. Today, Sariya leads drone-killer teams and operates L-70 anti-aircraft guns on the border. Her journey from an academic achiever to a defender of the nation’s borders is not just about military precision; it’s about shattering glass ceilings and reshaping how India imagines women in uniform.
Dr. Faiyaz Ahmad Fyzie: Voice for the Voiceless Pasmanda Community
Dr. Faiyaz Ahmad Fyzie, an AYUSH physician, is more than a healer—he is a public intellectual, columnist, translator, and relentless advocate for the Pasmanda (socially backward) Muslim community. Raised in modest conditions, his rise to national recognition is built on fearless writing and tireless grassroots work.
When even the Prime Minister refers to Pasmanda voices, Fyzie’s years of advocacy resonate. His pen continues to empower those whose struggles were long silenced. His work is a call to conscience—and a roadmap for inclusive discourse.
Mohammad Luqman Ali: Wrestling His Way to Glory and Degree
Wrestler Mohammad Luqman Ali, a student of Social Work at Jamia Millia Islamia, is balancing body and brain. Born in Amroha’s tiny village of Mohraka Patti, his father worked on the railways, and his mother gave him religious grounding. Despite limited resources, Luqman’s grit has earned him recognition in India’s wrestling circles.
From the mat to the classroom, his dual commitment shows that excellence doesn’t require compromise. It requires discipline, heart—and a family’s belief in you.
Rubina Rashid Ali: Reviving Mughal-Era Art with a Modern Mission
In a sun-drenched corner of Aligarh, Rubina Rashid Ali has quietly built a movement. Her work in floral appliqué embroidery, a legacy of Mughal art, now supports dozens of women in Aligarh and Rampur. What was once an undervalued craft monopolized by middlemen has been transformed by Rubina into a vehicle for women’s economic empowerment.
Her home resonates not only with the sound of needles and threads but also with the hum of independence. “Real artists were reduced to laborers,” she says. Today, she ensures their hands are not just working — but also earning.
Babban Mian: A Gaushala Keeper Inspired by His Mother’s Love
At Madhu Sudan Gaushalla in Bulandshahr, Babban Mian tends to cows not out of ritual, but reverence — inspired by his late mother Hamidunnisa Begum. “She loved cows like her own children,” he recalls. After she passed away in 2015, Babban vowed to preserve her legacy.
Despite being a Muslim in a Hindu-dominated tradition, he runs a government-recognized shelter rooted in compassion, not controversy. For him, animal welfare is a universal value — not a communal issue. His work quietly redefines what shared culture and interfaith harmony look like.
Khushboo Mirza: From Amroha to the Moon with ISRO
Khushboo Mirza, scientist at ISRO and part of the Chandrayaan-1 and Chandrayaan-2 missions, is a stellar example of perseverance. After her father’s death when she was just seven, her mother raised three children alone, running a petrol pump and defying social norms.
Khushboo earned a Gold Medal in Electronics Engineering from AMU and was the youngest member of the Chandrayaan-1 checkout team. A practicing Muslim and a symbol of India’s scientific aspirations, she turned down corporate offers to reach for the stars—and took a whole generation of girls with her.
Zaheer Farooqui: A People’s Leader with a Vision for Purkazi
In western UP’s Purkazi, Zaheer Farooqui is rewriting what local leadership means. As Nagar Panchayat Chairperson, he donated land worth ₹1.5 crore for the area’s first Intermediate College and modernized local schools into PM Shri-certified institutions.
His initiatives go beyond classrooms. From India’s first double-storey government-run cow shelter to a gym for Muslim women, and one of the most sophisticated rural CCTV networks in the region — Farooqui’s governance is a blend of tradition and tech, equity and empowerment. His Tiranga Yatra revives local history, reminding citizens that patriotism is inclusive and action-oriented.
Dr. Farah Usmani: From AMU to Global Health Leadership
On a cold morning in New York, Dr. Farah Usmani stood outside an apartment, a folder in hand, her eyes bright with resolve. The daughter of Uttar Pradesh, she is today a formidable presence in global health policy.
n M.D. in Obstetrics & Gynecology from AMU, Farah sought impact beyond hospital walls. Armed with a Master’s in Health Policy from LSE and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, she’s led transformative health initiatives around the world. Her journey is one of intellect guided by idealism — a doctor who chose not just to heal individuals but to reform systems.
Anjum Ara: Bridging Communities Through Compassionate Policing
Hailing from Azamgarh’s Kamharia village, Anjum Ara, a 2012-batch IPS officer, has redefined the image of policing with a human touch. A computer engineer by training, her journey from Integral University to Senior Superintendent of Police in Shimla has been marked by integrity and reform. Known for her work in cybercrime and her community-focused policing model, Anjum is also a fierce advocate for girls’ education.
Together with her husband, IAS officer Yunus Khan, Anjum adopted the cause of Khushdeep, the daughter of a martyred soldier, pledging to support her upbringing. This act of empathy mirrors her professional ethos, proactive, principled, and deeply people-centered.
Mumtaz Khan: From Vegetable Stall to World Hockey Stage
From the bustling alleys of Lucknow’s Cantt area to the turf fields of South Africa, Mumtaz Khan’s journey is pure grit. Once helping her father at a vegetable stall, a single race at school changed her life when Coach Neelam Siddiqui noticed her speed. That moment set her on a course to become a leading forward in India’s Junior Women’s Hockey Team.
Her standout performance at the 2018 Youth Olympics, where she scored 10 goals, earned her national acclaim. Yet, Mumtaz remains rooted, balancing hope and humility as she eyes the Olympics. She is proof that dreams born in dusty streets can blaze across international arenas.
These ten changemakers hail from Uttar Pradesh, from narrow village lanes to bustling metros, from battlefields to laboratories. But they are united by one thing: quiet, relentless courage. In their lives, we find the India that persists, uplifts, and transforms—not with headlines, but with hard work.
