Alumni of All-Saints School in India hold reunion in Illinois

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Bhailal M Patel
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Sitting L to R: Mohammed Faheem, Journalist; AA Asif Sayeed, Cricketer; Khalid Abdul Qayyum, Cricketer; Ar. Zahyr Siddiqi, Gen Secretary, Chief Editor & Jury; Vaseem Ifthekhar, Director Cultural Affairs & Advisor; Holly Kim, Lake County Treasurer, State of Illinois, Asian/ American Caucus Chair; Ken DeLuc, Political Director, Rep. Judge John Anderson; Ma Khokar, Mayor Glendale Heights; Dr. Abdul Hai, Cricketer, Advisor, Head Jury; Er. Ameer MA Khan, Founder President; Ar Dinesh Mahendra, Vice President; Abdul Azeem Khan, Attorney, Joint Treasurer. Standing: L to R: Er. Osman Ali, Gen Coordinator; Dr. Shah Khan, Treasurer/ Joint Secretary & MC; Er. Wajahat Khan, Treasurer/Secretary; Er. Zafar Siddiqui, Editor; Er. Irshad Ansari, Joint Coordinator. PHOTO: Courtesy ASAANA via Bhailal M. Patel

Addison, IL – The All-Saints’ Alumni Association of North America (ASAANA), a non-profit organization, celebrated its 20th anniversary and 5th reunion  October 19, 2024, at Shalimar Banquet in Addison, Illinois.

The event brought together alumni from across North America to honor the legacy of their alma mater, All Saints’ High School, Hyderabad, India, a highly respected Christian institution with a history going back 165 years.

A lively social hour gave alumni the opportunity to reconnect with classmates and reminisce about their time at the school.

The rest of the program was emceed Dr. Shah Khan, the Master of Ceremonies. The Chief Guest was Illinois District Court Judge John C. Anderson and the Guest of Honor was Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim.

ASAANA President Ameer Khan welcomed the attendees in his speech, reflecting on the storied history of All Saints’ High School, founded in 1855 by Reverend Daniel Murphy at the request of the King of Hyderabad, Asaf Nasirud Dowla. Initially modeled after Murphy’s alma mater in Ireland, the school’s motto, “Virtus Sola Nobilitat” (Virtue Alone Ennobles), emphasizes its commitment to both academic excellence and character development. The school was entrusted to the Montfort Brothers of St. Gabriel in 1932, continuing its mission of nurturing future leaders and professionals.

Khan also highlighted ASAANA’s purpose as a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering unity among alumni and preserving the rich legacy of All Saints’ High School. As part of the evening’s festivities, attendees received the specially prepared 2024 ASAANA Souvenir Magazine, chronicling the alumni association’s milestones and achievements over the years.

An awards ceremony honored distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. Awards were presented in three categories: Honor Awards, Extraordinary High Achievement Awards, and Certificates of Appreciation.

Honor Awardees:  Mohan Ambaty, Basit Baig, Mani Cherian Kizhakekera , Mohammed Vikaruddin Qureshi , Pashupatinath Pala, Syed Noor Ul Hassan Mohani , Dr. Mohammed Abdul Khader Siddiqi, Mohd. Liaqatullah Khan , Surender Singh Makhija, Chenna Lakshmi Pathi, Dr. Mohammed Abdul Basit,  Er. Mohammed Ayub Mujahid,  
Extraordinary High Achievement Awardees:  Dr. Angampally Rajeev,  Dr. Sultan Sikander Ali Khan, Dr. Mohammed Abdul Majid, John Tarachand, Mohammed Mushtaq,  Raj Kosgi, Mir Zulfeqar Ali, MLA , ATM Yahya, Mohammed Abdul Mukhtader,  Zamarud Hussain, Entrepreneur Mir Gazanfar Ali (Zaki),  Dr. Sanjay Kirtane,  
 
Certificates of Appreciation were presented to the ASAANA Board and Working Committee members for their dedication to organizing the 2024 Reunion.  ASAANA 2024 – Board & Working Committee Members include:  Founder & President: Ameer M Khan Vice Presidents: Dinesh Mahendra, Mushtaq Ahmed General Secretary & Editor-in-Chief: Ar. Zahyr Siddiqi Joint Secretary & Treasurer: Wajahat Khan Dr. Shah Khan, MC, Joint Secretary & Treasurer General Coordinator: M Osman Ali Abdul Azeem Khan, Attorney, Joint Treasurer Editor: Zafar Siddiqui Siraj Ali, Sub Editor Manoj Khatod, and Joint Coordinator IT Manager: Sanjay Srivastava.

A cultural program and a traditional Hyderabadi dinner were other highlights of the evening. The musical performance saw distinguished alumni Vaseem Iftekhar and Irshad Ansar deliver a highly engaging program.

The vote of thanks was delivered by ASAANA Vice President Dr. Dinesh Mahendra, expressing appreciation to all who made the event possible.

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