Shahid Jeelani

Budgam, J&K | March 9, 2025 – The Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF) successfully organized a prestigious Award Ceremony at Help Classes, Budgam, to honor the remarkable winners of the Monthly Writing Task, the All India Online Writing Competition, and the Grand Naat Competition, Kashmir Chapter 1st.

The Grand Naat Competition, graciously sponsored by Help Classes, Budgam, and Lehlaab Jewellers, Surasyar, was a highlight of the event, celebrating the voices that passionately expressed devotion through Naat. There were separate categories for boys and girls, the 1st position holders were awarded a cash prize of ₹5000, The 2nd position winners received ₹3000, while the 3rd position recipients were honored with ₹2000, along with a framed certificate, a medal, and watches (boys) / abaya (girls) for all the 3 positions.

The Monthly Writing Task winners, 6 in total, were recognized with the books Hayate Tayyiba, Hamare Huzoor, along with certificates of excellence.

The All India Online Writing Competition featured 3 distinctive themes, with 5 remarkable literary minds from Kashmir securing top positions. The winner of the 1st theme received a prestigious set of Abu Dawood and a medal, the 2nd place holder was awarded Hayate Sahaba along with a medal, and the 3rd place recipient received Tarikh-e-Islam. In the 2nd theme, the 1st position holder was honored with a set of Ibn Majah and a medal, while the winner of the third theme was awarded Tabieen ke Waaqiyat and a medal. Every winner and participant received a certificate in recognition of their dedication and effort.

The event was graced by esteemed Guests of Honor, Ashfaq Hafzi, Suhail Ahmad Dar, and Rayees Ahmad Bakshi, whose presence added to the prestige of the occasion.

The Judges of the Grand Naat Competition, Mr. Sameer Ahmad, Reyaz Ahmad, and Amir Noorani, were also felicitated with a Shawl, Certificate of Honor, Gift Hamper from IFF for their dedication and commitment to ensuring a fair and rigorous selection process. In recognition of the support extended by institutions that hosted the Naat Competition at their venues, IFF presented Certificates of Appreciation as a token of gratitude for their valuable contribution.

The success of this grand event was made possible, first and foremost, by the grace of Allah (SWT), followed by the unwavering vision and dynamic leadership of IFF’s CEO, Mr. Junaid Ul Islam. A special appreciation goes to IFF Event Manager, Syed Irtiza Byhaqii, for her expertise and commitment and the core team members of IFF, whose tireless dedication ensured the seamless execution of this event.

IFF extends a token of appreciation to its media partners for their extensive coverage and unwavering support.