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The Linguistic Relationship Between Unani Medicine and Urdu is Deep-Rooted

NEW DELHI :

New Delhi :

A one-day national seminar titled “The Linguistic Relationship Between Unani Medicine and Urdu” was organized by the All India Unani Tibbi Conference at the Committee Room of Nehru Guest House, Jamia Millia Islamia.

Delivering the presidential address at the inaugural session, Professor Akhtarul Wasey stated that Unani medicine and Urdu share an ancient relationship; it is not just a method of treatment but also a cultural attitude. Chief Guest Professor Khalid Mahmood emphasized that numerous vivid traces of this relationship can be found in Urdu language and particularly in poetry, which help in understanding the mutual connection between Unani medicine and Urdu. Former Head of the Urdu Department at Jamia Millia Islamia, Professor Ahmed Mahfooz, remarked that classical Urdu literature frequently references Unani medicine, and multiple instances of adaptation and benefit can be observed within it.

Objective of the Seminar

The seminar aimed to highlight the historical and linguistic connection between Unani medicine and the Urdu language to strengthen its scholarly tradition and explore possibilities for its promotion through Urdu. Speakers shed light on the Arabic, Persian, and Urdu traditions of Unani medicine and emphasized that Urdu has played a crucial role in making Unani medicine accessible to the masses.

Dr. Khalid Siddiqui, General Secretary of the All India Unani Tibbi Conference and the convener of the seminar, warmly welcomed all attendees and delegates.

Hakim Fakhr Alam elaborated on the objectives of the seminar.

Sessions & Discussions

Various sessions of the seminar featured research papers on the historical texts of Unani medicine, medical literature in Urdu, and its academic and research significance in the modern era. The speakers recommended further systematic organization and digitization of classical and contemporary Unani medical literature in Urdu to ensure that future generations can benefit from this valuable knowledge. Dr. Shahnawaz Fayyaz moderated the inaugural session.

First Session:

  • Chaired by Professor Badarudduja Khan and Dr. Mohammad Mohsin
  • Papers presented by: Professor Ashhar Qadeer, Dr. Afsahul Kalam, Dr. Mustahsan Faizur Rahman Aqdas, Dr. Umair Manzar, Dr. Mohammad Muqeem, Dr. Shahnawaz Fayyaz, Dr. Asad Faisal Farooqi

Second Session:

  • Chaired by Hakim Ashhar Qadeer, Dr. Shabbir Ahmad, Dr. Shah Alam
  • Papers presented by: Dr. Ahmad Saeed, Hakim Fakhr Alam, Professor Abdul Haleem, Hakim Nazish Ehtesham Azmi, Hakim Misbahuddin Azhar, Dr. Safiur Rahman, Dr. Ashfaq Ahmad, Dr. Amanullah

Conclusion

In the concluding session, the organisers expressed gratitude to all participants, speakers, and esteemed guests for making the seminar a success. They reaffirmed their commitment to continuing such academic gatherings in the future to further the promotion of Unani medicine and the Urdu language.

The seminar witnessed the participation of students and faculty members from Aligarh Muslim University, Jamia Millia Islamia, Jamia Hamdard, and Delhi University.

source: http://www.milligazette.com / The Milli Gazette / Home> News> Community News / by The Milli Gazette Online / February 18th, 2025

Meet Mangaluru’s Mubeena Banu who secured government job after 13-year-long legal battle

Hokkodgoli (Arambodi Village, Belthangady Taluk) Mangaluru, KARNATAKA:

Mangaluru:

In a remarkable tale of perseverance and determination, Mubeena Banu, a Muslim woman from Hokkodigoli in Arambodi village, Belthangady taluk, has secured a government post after a 13-year-long legal battle.

Mubeena Banu, the tenth child of Muhammad H, a beedi contractor, and D. Zainaba, pursued her education in her village from 1st standard to 2nd PUC. She later completed her graduation from a private college in Moodbidri and earned her post-graduation (MA) from Mangalore University, Konaje. In 2008, with the aim of fulfilling her parents’ dream, she applied for the post of Supervisor in the Women and Child Welfare Department.

Despite her qualifications, she faced a setback when she was not selected for the post in 2010. Undeterred, Mubeena Banu investigated the reason for her exclusion and discovered a discrepancy in her marks. Her BA degree marks were recorded incorrectly as 71.79% instead of the actual 75.36%. Despite facing resistance from senior officers, Mubeena persisted in her efforts, seeking support from former MLAs Vasant Bangera and Ramanatha Rai.

Having relocated from Mittabailu to Melkar and working as a lecturer in a private educational institution, Mubeena approached Speaker UT Khader for assistance in her final attempt. She filed a complaint with the Lokayukta and approached the Karnataka Administrative Tribunal (KAT). Through persistent efforts, KAT ruled in favor of Mubeena Banu.

On January 10, 2024, the Women and Child Welfare Department issued an appointment order to Mubeena Banu for the position of Supervisor at the Office of Child Development Project Officer, Bantwal Taluk. Mubeena, who initially applied from Arambodi village, is now in Sajipa Muda village of Bantwal taluk with her husband, marking the culmination of her arduous journey.

Reflecting on her journey, Mubeena expressed gratitude to her late father, a social worker who emphasized education, and her mother for their unwavering support. She acknowledged the financial assistance from her parents and husband Ismail Khader during her numerous trips to Bangalore Vidhana Soudha and departmental offices. Mubeena also highlighted the crucial support from Lokayukta officer Amanullah, Speaker UT Khader, and his close assistant Libzat.

In her own words, Mubeena Banu said, “UT Khader always supported my persistence and struggled to get that government post, which I missed due to the mistake on the part of the officials. Maybe it can be said that after he intervened, the path of my struggle became easier.”

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / January 22nd, 2024