Chicago – October 18, 2025
A grand Sir Syed Day Dinner was hosted at the Vice Chancellor’s Lodge of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday evening to mark the 208th birth anniversary of the institution’s founder, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan. The dinner, a key highlight of the annual celebrations, brought together over 2,000 distinguished guests, including academic leaders, alumni, and eminent personalities from various fields.
Among the prominent attendees were CEO Engineer Mujeeb Osman, renowned author and publisher Ms. Milee Ashwarya. The gathering reflected the spirit of unity, scholarship, and gratitude toward Sir Syed’s vision for modern education and community advancement.
Guests were welcomed with traditional hospitality and enjoyed a beautifully arranged cultural backdrop that honored the founder’s legacy. In her address, Prof. Naima Khatoon emphasized the importance of continuing Sir Syed’s mission of enlightenment through education. The event concluded with heartfelt tributes, lively discussions, and a reaffirmation of AMU’s enduring commitment to academic excellence and national progress.
