A delegation from Azerbaijan visits Muzaffarabad to attend a special ceremony at HAGHS Rara

Muzaffarabad: A delegation from brotherly country Azerbaijan on Thursday visited capital city Muzaffarabad to attend a special ceremony held at Heydar Aliyev Girls School/Higher Secondary School Rara, built by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation. The delegation was headed by Almaz Mahmud Nasibova, the Head of the Media and Information Literacy Center Azerbaijan and Vice Rector of the Tele-Radio Academy AZTV. The students and staff of the school warmly welcomed the delegation, with students presenting a vibrant tableau to greet their guests.Addressing the event, Almaz Mahmud Nasibova expressed gratitude to the people of Pakistan and Azad Kashmir for their hospitality. She highlighted the strong ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan, emphasizing the affection shared by the citizens of both nations. ‘This institution is a gift from Azerbaijan to the people of Azad Kashmir,’ she remarked, noting that it symbolizes the enduring relationship between the two countries.She acknowledged the mutual support both nations have provided each other in challenging times and thanked the principal, staff, students, and parents for their warm reception.The DPI Colleges Tasnim Gul also expressed appreciation to the Azerbaijani government for its educational collaboration and for constructing a modern facility for the institution. ‘ Azerbaijan is our great friend that has stood by us during difficult times,’ Ms. Gul stated, citing Azerbaijan’s significant contributions to relief and rehabilitation efforts following the devastating earthquake in 2005. In her speech, the principal, Nazima Bibi, described the institution built by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation as a remarkable gift from the Azerbaijani government for those seeking knowledge. The ceremony was attended by District Education Officer Syeda Aiman Naqvi, District Information Officer Raja Sohail Khan, school staff, students, and their parents.