SRINAGAR, Raouf Dar (KIMS) — The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday said it has renamed two government schools in honour of Late Principal Kuldeep Kumar Badyal and Late Adil Hussain Shah in recognition of their courage, dedication and sacrifice.
According to a post shared by the Office of Chief Minister Jammu and Kashmir on X, Government Higher Secondary School Gandhi Nagar Jammu has been renamed after Late Principal Kuldeep Kumar Badyal, while Government High School Hapatnard Anantnag has been renamed after Late Adil Hussain Shah.
Late Kuldeep Kumar Badyal was serving as Principal of Government Higher Secondary School Gandhi Nagar in Jammu.
He was killed in 1999 by a student inside the school premises after he reportedly refused to issue a falsified document related to a practical examination.
His killing had sparked outrage at the time and he came to be remembered as an educationist who stood by principles and duty.
“I am happy today that the school has been named after the principal who was martyred by a student inside the school. This is a moment of pride for the family as well because the name of the principal will now be attached to the school forever,” Education Minister Sakina too said during the renaming ceremony.
Late Adil Hussain Shah was a resident of Hapatnard village in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district and earned his livelihood as a pony ride operator in Pahalgam.
He lost his life during the April 22 attack in Pahalgam while reportedly trying to protect tourists.
Adil was widely hailed for his bravery and humanity, with many describing him as a symbol of Kashmir’s hospitality and courage.
“When Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited the family to express condolences, he had announced that the high school would be named after Adil Shah as a tribute to his sacrifice,” she said while taking to reporters.
“Adil’s sacrifice proved how sensitive the people of Kashmir are about their hospitality. No one can forget his role in saving tourists, and this is a small attempt to keep his name alive,” she said. — (KIMS)