Karachi Pakistan: A groundbreaking educational initiative was launched today by the Momina & Duraid Foundation, with the generous support of Mr. Syed Javaid Anwar, Chief Patron of the Houston Karachi Sister City Association. This project groundbreaking ceremony was dedicated to Tara Khatoon, the beloved mother of Mr. Syed Javaid Anwar.
The event saw prominent community members, as well as government officials, gather to celebrate this milestone. The Siraj-ud-Daula Girls and Boys Elementary School has been adopted under the Momina & Duraid Foundation’s program.
A state-of-the-art school will replace the current structure, which presently hosts only 50 students in poor conditions. With this project, the student capacity will exceed over 700 in the coming years. The entire project is scheduled for completion by this year.
Momina & Duraid Foundation, is dedicated to fostering educational growth and community development in underserved areas.
The Houston Karachi Sister City Association coordinated all efforts with the Foundation. The project was supported by Sultana Siddiqui, Chair of Hum Network, who praised the critical need for such educational systems in Pakistan.
Mr. Duraid Qureshi, the lead project architect, presented a comprehensive PowerPoint detailing the construction plan.
Mr. Muhammad Saeed Sheikh, President of the Houston-Karachi Sister City Association, also spoke, commending Mr. Syed Javaid Anwar’s recent $300,000 donation towards this initiative. He further acknowledged the significant role of Momina & Duraid Foundation and Sultana Siddiqui’s support. He emphasized that a nation’s strength is rooted in its youth, and by providing quality education, we build a stronger, more prosperous Pakistan.
The Deputy Commissioner of the area, along with other city council members, also addressed the gathering. Their presence underscored the community’s commitment to this transformative educational project.
