Ehsaan Yousf
New Delhi, September 1, 2026: The Department of Educational Studies, Faculty of Education, Jamia Millia Islamia, organized a seminar on “Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): An Educational Mission” on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the New Hall, Dr. Salamatullah Block, Department of TT & NFE (IASE), Jamia Millia Islamia. The seminar was organized with the objective of providing an academic platform for reflecting upon the educational mission, pedagogical approach, and enduring relevance of the teachings and practices of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The programme brought together distinguished scholars, faculty members, research scholars and students for meaningful academic and spiritual reflection.
The programme commenced with an introductory remark by the Convenor and Anchor of the event, Dr. Mohd. Jawaid Hussain, Assistant Professor, who briefly highlighted the aims and objectives of the seminar. He then formally initiated the proceedings by inviting Inzemamul Haque, Research Scholar, to recite verses from the Holy Qur’an. This was followed by a Naat recitation by Dr. Tarique Anwar, Assistant Professor, Department of TT & NFE, JMI, which further enriched the spiritual ambience of the occasion.
The distinguished guests were formally introduced and felicitated through the presentation of saplings and shawls. Prof. Arshad Ikram Ahmad, Former Head, Department of Educational Studies, introduced Prof. Akhtarul Wasey, while Prof. Aejaz Masih, Head, Department of Educational Studies, felicitated him. Dr. Ali Haider, Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Studies, introduced Prof. Junaid Haris, who was felicitated by Prof. Kaushal Kishore, Former Head, Department of Educational Studies.
The first academic address was delivered by Prof. Junaid Haris, Professor, Department of Islamic Studies, JMI, on the theme “Prophet (PBUH) as an Educator.” The session focused on understanding Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from the perspective of an educator and highlighted the educational significance of his mission. The topic was particularly relevant for the Department of Educational Studies, as it provided an opportunity to reflect upon education not merely as the transmission of information but as a process concerned with the development of individuals, their character, values, conduct and relationship with society. The address provided an intellectually engaging foundation for further discussion on the educational dimensions of the Prophet’s life and mission.
The academic proceedings were followed by another Naat recitation, presented by Mohammad Tarique, Research Scholar, Department of Educational Studies, JMI. The recitation added a reflective and spiritual dimension to the seminar and provided a meaningful transition to the next academic address.
The second major address was delivered by Padmashree Prof. Akhtarul Wasey, Department of Islamic Studies, JMI. His address further enriched the seminar through his scholarly reflections on the subject. The presence and contribution of such an eminent scholar provided the participants with an opportunity to engage with the theme from a broader intellectual and educational perspective. His address contributed significantly to the central objective of the seminar—understanding the educational mission associated with Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and reflecting upon its continuing relevance in contemporary educational thought and practice.
The programme was subsequently enriched by the Closing Remarks of Prof. Aejaz Masih, Professor and Head, Department of Educational Studies, JMI. In his remarks, he brought together the key reflections emerging from the seminar and emphasized the significance of educational values, ethical development and the role of educators in shaping individuals and society. His concluding reflections provided an appropriate academic closure to the deliberations and reinforced the relevance of the theme for teacher education.
The seminar concluded with a formal Vote of Thanks proposed by Dr. Afaque Nadeem Khan, Associate Professor, Department of Educational Studies, JMI. He expressed sincere gratitude to the distinguished speakers, Prof. Junaid Haris and Padmashree Prof. Akhtarul Wasey, for sharing their valuable scholarly insights. He also conveyed his appreciation to Prof. Aejaz Masih, Head, Department of Educational Studies, for his leadership and guidance, and to Prof. Arshad Ikram Ahmad, Prof. Kaushal Kishore, Dr. Md. Musa Ali, Dr. Ali Haider, Dr. Sajjad Ahmad, Dr. Tarique Anwar and all other faculty members, research scholars and students for their valuable contribution to the successful conduct of the programme.
Overall, the seminar “Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): An Educational Mission” provided a meaningful academic and reflective platform for exploring the educational dimensions of the Prophet’s mission. The participation of distinguished scholars from the Department of Islamic Studies and the Department of Educational Studies created an interdisciplinary academic environment in which education, values, character formation and human development could be viewed together. The programme was particularly significant for students and research scholars of education, as it encouraged them to reflect upon the role of the teacher not merely as a transmitter of knowledge but as a mentor, guide and facilitator of moral and intellectual development.
