INCENTIVE FOSTER FOUNDATION honors the teachers of the Kashmir Valley

The Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF) successfully concluded its Teachers' Day Honor Drive on 7th September, 2025, marking the grand finale of a Valley-wide initiative to recognize and celebrate the invaluable role of private school teachers. Over the past weeks, IFF conducted a special drive across 23 schools in the Kashmir Valley to honor and acknowledge the dedication of private school educators. The campaign culminated with a felicitation ceremony in which about 70 outstanding teachers were honored with the title of “Best Teacher of the Year 2025.” The awardees were selected with the votes of students and school management, making the recognition both genuine and community-driven. The event was graced by eminent personalities, including Prof. Dr. Iqbal Malik (Chief Guest), Mr. Aijaz Shah and Dr. Farhat Umar (Guests of Honor), and Mr. Ashfaq Hafzi (Special Guest), whose presence added dignity and encouragement to the program. IFF extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Mudasir Rehman for his generous contribution, support, and provision of the venue for this prestigious event. Appreciation is also extended to the media partners for their valuable coverage. Mr. Junaid Ul Islam, Founder & CEO of IFF, delivered a special message emphasizing the foundation’s commitment to empowering educators and acknowledging their vital role in shaping future generations. A special note of thanks is due to Mr. Farooq Ahmad Mir, Drive In-Charge, for his tireless efforts and dedication in leading the campaign, as well as to Mohd Shabir Shah and other esteemed IFF members for their efforts in visiting different schools and conducting the drive with utmost commitment. The event concluded with prayers of gratitude, with the collective hope that such initiatives will continue to inspire, encourage, and uplift the teaching community of the Kashmir Valley. "On behalf of the Incentive Foster Foundation, I extend my deepest gratitude to all teachers who illuminate the path of knowledge with dedication and patience. This drive was not merely a celebration, but a reaffirmation of our collective responsibility to acknowledge the silent architects of our future. We are honored to stand beside our educators and pledge to continue initiatives that recognize their efforts and sacrifices". — Yashinara HussainSecretary, Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF) [MESSAGE FROM THE INT. PRESIDENT] In his congratulatory note, Dr Suleiman, expressed his appreciation for the efforts of Kashmiri educators and lauded the foundation’s initiative. He highlighted the importance of recognizing teachers globally, as they remain the true architects of social transformation and peace. Dr. Suleiman Saleh Suleiman,President, IFF Nigeria Awardees-Title: Best Teacher of the Year 2025 Mohammadia Islamic English Medium School, Sopore AFROZA SHABAN BAASIT AHMAD LONE NASREENA MAJEED Raheemia Model Public School, Sopore FARHAT AYOUB IRSHAD AHMAD BHAT English Medium Public School Braw Bandina, Pulwama WAHEEDA JAN FOZIA RASHID Aspire World School, Humhuma NILOFAR KHAN RAYEES AHMAD SHEIKH Abu Turab Public School, Hariparigam MANZOOR AHMAD BHAT Shahi Hamdan Educational Institute, Rawalpora SABREENA AKHTAR AZHAR AHMAD MIR Little Angels Kids Play School, Nasrullahpora ARIFA HAMID MANZOOR AHMAD DAR AADIL IBN-E-RASHEED Ilm International School, Budgam IQRA YASEEN AIJAZ RASHID DAR SUMAIRA YASEEN New Kashmir Public School, Haranjigroo UZMA JAN FAROOQ AHMAD MIR ALI MOHAMMAD WANI Spectrum Public School, Waragam ATHAR NAZIR ASHAQ HUSSAIN LONE Ummul Baneen Public School, Budgam JABEENA AKHTER IMDAD ALI MIR ABID HUSSAIN LONE SAMIE, Beerwah GULZAR AHMAD New Islamia Model School, Palhallan SAIMA SHAFI AIJAZ AHMAD GANAIE MUZAFFER AHMAD WANI Royal House Academy, Sgr TABNA QADIR MS RIZWANA SYED SUMAIRA JAN Saadi Memorial English Medium School, Bunzaingam RAYEES AHMAD SHEIKH SAIMA AKHTER MR UMAR Star Public School, Waterhail MASRAT HASSAN MANZOOR AHMAD BEIGH BASHARAT AHMAD BABA Evergreen Educational Institute, Zoogu ROUF UL AMIN Green Fields School, Huroo,Budgam SAKEENA HASSAN MOHAMMAD MAQBOOL KHURSAID ALAM SHAH

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INCENTIVE FOSTER FOUNDATION honors the teachers of the Kashmir Valley

The Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF) successfully concluded its Teachers' Day Honor Drive on 7th September, 2025, marking the grand finale of a Valley-wide initiative to recognize and celebrate the invaluable role of private school teachers.

Over the past weeks, IFF conducted a special drive across 23 schools in the Kashmir Valley to honor and acknowledge the dedication of private school educators.

The campaign culminated with a felicitation ceremony in which about 70 outstanding teachers were honored with the title of “Best Teacher of the Year 2025.” The awardees were selected with the votes of students and school management, making the recognition both genuine and community-driven.

The event was graced by eminent personalities, including Prof. Dr. Iqbal Malik (Chief Guest), Mr. Aijaz Shah and Dr. Farhat Umar (Guests of Honor), and Mr. Ashfaq Hafzi (Special Guest), whose presence added dignity and encouragement to the program.

IFF extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Mudasir Rehman for his generous contribution, support, and provision of the venue for this prestigious event. Appreciation is also extended to the media partners for their valuable coverage.

Mr. Junaid Ul Islam, Founder & CEO of IFF, delivered a special message emphasizing the foundation’s commitment to empowering educators and acknowledging their vital role in shaping future generations.

A special note of thanks is due to Mr. Farooq Ahmad Mir, Drive In-Charge, for his tireless efforts and dedication in leading the campaign, as well as to Mohd Shabir Shah and other esteemed IFF members for their efforts in visiting different schools and conducting the drive with utmost commitment.

The event concluded with prayers of gratitude, with the collective hope that such initiatives will continue to inspire, encourage, and uplift the teaching community of the Kashmir Valley.

"On behalf of the Incentive Foster Foundation, I extend my deepest gratitude to all teachers who illuminate the path of knowledge with dedication and patience. This drive was not merely a celebration, but a reaffirmation of our collective responsibility to acknowledge the silent architects of our future. We are honored to stand beside our educators and pledge to continue initiatives that recognize their efforts and sacrifices".

— Yashinara Hussain
Secretary, Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF)

[MESSAGE FROM THE INT. PRESIDENT]

In his congratulatory note, Dr Suleiman, expressed his appreciation for the efforts of Kashmiri educators and lauded the foundation’s initiative. He highlighted the importance of recognizing teachers globally, as they remain the true architects of social transformation and peace.

Dr. Suleiman Saleh Suleiman,
President, IFF Nigeria

Awardees-
Title: Best Teacher of the Year 2025

Mohammadia Islamic English Medium School, Sopore