Insight International School based in Hyderabad opened a two-day cultural exhibition in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran at the school premises in the city’s Al-Hamra Colony, Shaikpet on 3 April.
Inaugurating the exhibition, Senior Counsel of Iranian Consulate at Hyderabad, Mr. Ali Paryad noted, “India-Iran relations go back to thousands of years in the history and hence we have lots of commonalities in both our culture especially with the Islamic culture.
“This Exhibition of Iranian Historical Monuments and Iranian Culture though it does not make you visit the country physically but by seeing these beautiful Nature of the other part of the world make you feel as if you have visited in person.”
He also emphasised the importance of education quoting Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be to him) who said: “Seek knowledge even if you have to travel to China.” He added Imam Khomeini had said that teaching is a profession of prophets.
“Knowledge is called light in the heart; once your heart gets the light of knowledge, your body will also get enlightened,” he said.
The exhibition showcases the glorious monuments, vibrant culture and amazing natural beauty of Iran. Documentary on Iran and award-winning children’s movies are also part of this exhibition.
Insight International School Principal Ms Syeda Khadeja said: “International exposure, awareness and understanding of different cultures across the world are among the core elements of Insight International School’s philosophy and approach.
“An important programme to achieve this objective is the collaboration with different embassies and consulates. We are happy to announce the first activity of this series viz. an Insight exhibition in association with the Iranian Consulate on 3 and 4 April 2014.”
Insight International School CEO Mr. Mansoor Kaleem said: “We try to make our students exposed to different cultures across the world. We look at Iran as a country sharing some very important ideals and ethos Insight believes in.”
“Through this cultural exhibition, we want to offer opportunity to our students to understand Iran and its culture, and know about Iran’s marvellous past, well defined present and illustrious future.”
The students of other schools are also being invited to help promote the values of International Awareness and Universal Understanding in the student community, the qualities that Insight International School holds sacred for its students.
The exhibition remained open to parents of the School on 3 and 4 April 2014 between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm.