CEC Dr Akhoon launches “Encyclopedia Shia” compiled by Dr. Zafar Hyderi.

CEC Dr Akhoon launches “Encyclopedia Shia” compiled by Dr. Zafar Hyderi.
Kargil, November 03, 2024: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today launched the “Encyclopedia Shia,” compiled by Dr. Zafar Hyderi at Conference Hall, Council Secretariat, Kargil.
Padma Shri Awardee, Akhoon Asgar Basharat, along with other writers Haji Baqir Ali, Mohd Ali, Mokhtar Zahid Badgami,Mohd Ilyas Kargili, among other dignitaries attended the book launch.
In his address, Dr. Akhoon praised Dr. Hyderi’s dedication to documenting the contributions of Shia luminaries and expressed gratitude for the inclusion of prominent Kargil figures in the encyclopedia. He highlighted the cultural and historical importance of preserving such knowledge for future generations.
Several attendees also shared their views, acknowledging Dr. Hyderi’s scholarly efforts and expressed hope that future volumes would feature other personalities who may not have been included in this edition.
Later, Dr. Hyderi thanked CEC for organizing the book release and said that literary endeavour represents an essential step toward preserving and celebrating the heritage of Shia community and contributions of Kargil’s eminent figures, further enriching the region’s cultural legacy.