Muslims Are Not Behind in Education, But Representation in Administrative Services Needs to Increase’: Saifullah Khan

Salaam People Mumbai Desk 

‘The Right Turn’ Student Guidance Programme Concludes at Moonstar Global School; Joint Initiative of VWA Mumbra Unit and Moonstar Global School
Mumbra, September 22, 2026: The Mumbra unit of the Vidarbha Welfare Association (VWA), in collaboration with Moonstar Global School, organised a special student career guidance and counselling programme titled ‘The Right Turn’, aimed at helping students make informed career choices, develop strong character and plan for a brighter future.
The programme focused on education, career opportunities, competitive examinations, personality development and important decisions related to students’ future. The initiative sought to help students identify their abilities and interests, choose suitable career paths and move forward with proper planning and determination.
Advocate Faiz Ahmed, Founder and President of the Islamic Research Centre Education and Welfare Trust, addressed the students as the chief speaker and shared guidance on education and career development.
The programme was also attended by CA Heena Pawaskar, Director, Bashamkh & Company; Saifullah Khan, industrialist from Navi Mumbai and President, Ashiyana-e-Vidarbha, VWA Mumbai; and Dr. Nazimuddin Qazi, President, Vidarbha Welfare Association Mumbai, as special guests.

Focus on Increasing Representation in Administrative Services
Addressing the students, industrialist Saifullah Khan said that the Muslim community is not behind in the field of education, but there is a need to increase the representation of young people from the community in administrative services such as the positions of Collector, Commissioner, Superintendent of Police, Inspector General and other Class-I services.
He urged students to set ambitious goals and work consistently towards achieving them, emphasising that obtaining a degree alone should not be considered the final destination of success.
Khan encouraged students to prepare for competitive examinations such as the UPSC, IPS and MPSC, and highlighted the importance of regular study, time management, discipline, positive thinking and having a clear objective while preparing for administrative services.
He further encouraged young people to identify their skills and abilities and consider contributing to society and the country through public and administrative services.
Guidance on Career Choices and Personality Development
During the programme, students were provided guidance on various career options, choosing professions according to their interests and abilities, preparing for competitive examinations and developing their personalities.
Speakers emphasised that academic education alone is not sufficient for building a successful future. They highlighted the importance of informed decision-making, strong character, good values, discipline, positive thinking and choosing the right direction in life.
Students were encouraged to recognise their strengths, prepare a clear roadmap for their future and work towards their personal and professional goals with determination.
Shahid Khan’s Contribution to the Initiative
Shahid Khan, originally from Deulghat in Buldhana district, also played an important role in supporting the initiative. He has been associated with the Vidarbha Welfare Association for several years and has contributed to the organisation’s social and educational activities.

He is also associated with the organisation as a regular donor and committee member, contributing to its various social and educational initiatives.
Students and Parents Participate
Students and their parents participated in the programme with keen interest. According to the organisers, the objective of initiatives such as ‘The Right Turn’ is not limited to providing career information, but also to help students make thoughtful decisions in life, recognise their abilities and develop into responsible citizens.
The programme concluded with the message of “Better Minds, Kind Hearts and Brighter Futures”, marking an initiative aimed at supporting the educational, personal and professional development of students.