Prof. Zakia Siddiqi Receives Dr. B R Ambedkar International Award for Excellence in Education

Instagrma/@amuproofficial

Aligarh: Prof. Zakia Ather Siddiqi, distinguished educationist and former Principal of the Women’s College at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), has been honoured with the prestigious Dr. B R Ambedkar International Award (Certificate of Excellence) by the Tirupati Balaji Educational Foundation. The award recognises her remarkable contributions to education and lifelong commitment to social upliftment.

A tireless advocate for women’s empowerment through education, Prof. Siddiqi has left a lasting impact on academic standards and the lives of countless female students. As Officer on Special Duty (OSD) at Aligarh Public School, she spearheaded innovative pedagogical reforms that elevated the institution to national prominence.

Under her dynamic leadership, Aligarh Public School earned the Digital India Competition Award four times—in 2017, 2018, 2023, and 2024—underscoring her vision of integrating technology into education.

Though officially retired, Prof. Siddiqi continues to inspire the academic community with her unwavering dedication. This award not only honours her enduring legacy but also stands as a powerful symbol of the transformative role educators play in shaping society.

May 10, 2025 12:08 p.m. 361

#trending #latest #ZakiaSiddiqi #AmbedkarAward #WomensEducation #EducationalExcellence #AMU #SocialUpliftment #DigitalIndia #IndianEducators #WomenInLeadership #InspiringEducators #EducationMatters #Aligarh #EducationForAll