The Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF) successfully concluded its Teachers’ Day Honor Drive on 7th September, 2025, marking the grand finale of a Valley-wide initiative to recognize and celebrate the invaluable role of private school teachers.
Over the past weeks, IFF conducted a special drive across 23 schools in the Kashmir Valley to honor and acknowledge the dedication of private school educators.
The campaign culminated with a felicitation ceremony in which about 70 outstanding teachers were honored with the title of “Best Teacher of the Year 2025.” The awardees were selected with the votes of students and school management, making the recognition both genuine and community-driven.
The event was graced by eminent personalities, including Prof. Dr. Iqbal Malik (Chief Guest), Mr. Aijaz Shah and Dr. Farhat Umar (Guests of Honor), and Mr. Ashfaq Hafzi (Special Guest), whose presence added dignity and encouragement to the program.
IFF extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Mudasir Rehman for his generous contribution, support, and provision of the venue for this prestigious event. Appreciation is also extended to the media partners for their valuable coverage.
Mr. Junaid Ul Islam, Founder & CEO of IFF, delivered a special message emphasizing the foundation’s commitment to empowering educators and acknowledging their vital role in shaping future generations.
A special note of thanks is due to Mr. Farooq Ahmad Mir, Drive In-Charge, for his tireless efforts and dedication in leading the campaign, as well as to Mohd Shabir Shah and other esteemed IFF members for their efforts in visiting different schools and conducting the drive with utmost commitment.
The event concluded with prayers of gratitude, with the collective hope that such initiatives will continue to inspire, encourage, and uplift the teaching community of the Kashmir Valley.
“On behalf of the Incentive Foster Foundation, I extend my deepest gratitude to all teachers who illuminate the path of knowledge with dedication and patience. This drive was not merely a celebration, but a reaffirmation of our collective responsibility to acknowledge the silent architects of our future. We are honored to stand beside our educators and pledge to continue initiatives that recognize their efforts and sacrifices”.

— Yashinara Hussain
Secretary, Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF)
[MESSAGE FROM THE INT. PRESIDENT]
In his congratulatory note, Dr Suleiman, expressed his appreciation for the efforts of Kashmiri educators and lauded the foundation’s initiative. He highlighted the importance of recognizing teachers globally, as they remain the true architects of social transformation and peace.
Dr. Suleiman Saleh Suleiman,
President, IFF Nigeria
Awardees-
Title: Best Teacher of the Year 2025
Mohammadia Islamic English Medium School, Sopore
- AFROZA SHABAN
- BAASIT AHMAD LONE
- NASREENA MAJEED
Raheemia Model Public School, Sopore
- FARHAT AYOUB
- IRSHAD AHMAD BHAT
English Medium Public School Braw Bandina, Pulwama
- WAHEEDA JAN
- FOZIA RASHID
Aspire World School, Humhuma
- NILOFAR KHAN
- RAYEES AHMAD SHEIKH
Abu Turab Public School, Hariparigam
- MANZOOR AHMAD BHAT
Shahi Hamdan Educational Institute, Rawalpora
- SABREENA AKHTAR
- AZHAR AHMAD MIR
Little Angels Kids Play School, Nasrullahpora
- ARIFA HAMID
- MANZOOR AHMAD DAR
- AADIL IBN-E-RASHEED
Ilm International School, Budgam
- IQRA YASEEN
- AIJAZ RASHID DAR
- SUMAIRA YASEEN
New Kashmir Public School, Haranjigroo
- UZMA JAN
- FAROOQ AHMAD MIR
- ALI MOHAMMAD WANI
Spectrum Public School, Waragam
- ATHAR NAZIR
- ASHAQ HUSSAIN LONE
Ummul Baneen Public School, Budgam
- JABEENA AKHTER
- IMDAD ALI MIR
- ABID HUSSAIN LONE
SAMIE, Beerwah
- GULZAR AHMAD
New Islamia Model School, Palhallan
- SAIMA SHAFI
- AIJAZ AHMAD GANAIE
- MUZAFFER AHMAD WANI
Royal House Academy, Sgr
- TABNA QADIR
- MS RIZWANA
- SYED SUMAIRA JAN
Saadi Memorial English Medium School, Bunzaingam
- RAYEES AHMAD SHEIKH
- SAIMA AKHTER
- MR UMAR
Star Public School, Waterhail
- MASRAT HASSAN
- MANZOOR AHMAD BEIGH
- BASHARAT AHMAD BABA
Evergreen Educational Institute, Zoogu
- ROUF UL AMIN
Green Fields School, Huroo,Budgam
- SAKEENA HASSAN
- MOHAMMAD MAQBOOL
- KHURSAID ALAM SHAH