By :Raja Noor Ilahi Atif
SARGODHA –A dignified and memorable farewell ceremony was organized by the Government Higher Secondary School Mithha Tiwana in honor of Senior Teacher Malik Shaukat Hayat Shahi Kharl on the occasion of his retirement after completing his long tenure of service. The ceremony paid rich tribute to his valuable educational services, exemplary character, commitment to students, and dedicated contribution to the institution.
Former DEO Secondary Schools Khushab Malik Fazal Elahi Fazal attended the ceremony as the chief guest, while Principal Malik Muhammad Ramzan presided over the event. Former Principal Chaudhry Allah Rakha, Assistant Director Malik Muhammad Qasim, Punjab Teachers Union District Khushab President Malik Muhammad Imtiaz Awan, Punjab Educators Union District Khushab Chairman Malik Sahib Khan, former PTU President Tehsil Noorpur Thal Malik Sabir Hussain Jasra, Senior Teacher Malik Abdul Ghafoor Ghafari, prominent social worker Malik Fakhar Iqbal Ratial Tiwana, Malik Zaheer Abbas Jasra, local APCA President Haji Ahmed, teachers of the school, and other distinguished personalities also attended the ceremony.
Upon his arrival at the school, Malik Shaukat Hayat Shahi Kharl was given a warm welcome, with flower petals showered over him by his colleagues and other participants. The ceremony was skillfully conducted by Teacher Mehboob Elahi.
In their speeches, the participants paid glowing tribute to Malik Shaukat Hayat Shahi Kharl, saying that he had never regarded teaching merely as a profession but had always considered it a sacred responsibility. He played a commendable role in educating and mentoring the younger generation and remained highly respected among his colleagues and students for his dedication and good character.
During the ceremony, his fellow teachers also presented him with memorable gifts as a token of appreciation and affection. The occasion was marked by emotional moments, as colleagues expressed their best wishes for his future.
Addressing the gathering, Malik Shaukat Hayat Shahi Kharl thanked the school administration, his fellow teachers, and all the guests for organizing the farewell ceremony and honoring him. He said that his years at Government Higher Secondary School Mithha Tiwana were among the most valuable experiences of his life and that the memories associated with the institution would always remain close to his heart.
The participants observed that retirement may mark the end of a teacher’s official service, but it can never bring an end to the impact of education, guidance, and character-building. Malik Shaukat Hayat Shahi Kharl’s services will continue to be remembered through the achievements of his students and his lasting contribution to the educational history of the institution.
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