Thursday 17 May 2012

Lt Gen (Retd) Zameeruddin Shah assumed charge as AMU Vice Chancellor

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ALIGARH May 17: Lt. General (Retired) Zameeruddin Shah today assumed charge as Vice Chancellor of the Aligarh Muslim University. Sixty-three years old General Shah was the deputy Chief of Army Staff from October 1, 2006 to August 30, 2008. He is a recipient of the highest peacetime military award Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) and Sena Medal (SM) for distinguished services to the nation.

Lt General Zameruddin Shah assumes charge at VC Lodge


After assuming charge, General Shah paid floral tributes at the tomb of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, the founder of the University. He also visited several historical buildings at Sir Syed Hall of residence. Addressing the students and media, General Shah said he would focus on restoring peace and maintaining discipline so that academic activity can continue unhindered. He further said that AMU is a national fame institution and he will try his best to regain its glory.

Lt General Zameruddin Shah at Tomb of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan


AMU Vice Chancellor General Shah announced that he would be launching some important steps for protecting the academic interest of the University staff and students and improving the professional prospects of the students.

General Shah's family has a long association with the Aligarh Muslim University. His father, Mr. Aale Rasool Shah had studied in City High School, an AMU's maintained institution. His younger brother, noted film actor, Mr. Nasiruddin Shah is also a product of AMU.

Lt General Zameruddin Shah in Sir Syed Hall


AMU Registrar, Prof. V. K. Abdul Jaleel, Controller of Exams, Prof. Pervez Mustajab, Finance Officer, Mrs. Yasmin Jalal Beg, Proctor, Prof. Mujahid Beg and the PRO, Dr. Rahat Abrar welcomed the new Vice Chancellor at his office.
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