Professor Zakia Ather Siddiqi, OSD of Aligarh Public School, was honored with the prestigious Women Icon of the Year Award 2024 at a grand ceremony held at Town Hall, Puri, on December 31, 2024.
A distinguished Indian educationist, Professor Siddiqi is renowned for her significant contributions to women’s education.
She served as the Principal of the Women’s College at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), where she played a pivotal role in advancing academic excellence and empowering female students.
She was recognized for her outstanding efforts in promoting academic excellence and fostering the growth of students and educators alike. Her visionary leadership and innovative teaching methods have set a benchmark for others to follow.
Under her dynamic guidance, Aligarh Public School has won the Digital India Competition Award four times—in 2017, 2018, 2023, and now in 2024. This remarkable achievement highlights her dedication to nurturing a culture of innovation and excellence in education.
The award was presented by the World Educational Welfare Foundation, a Government of Odisha undertaking, in recognition of her contributions to education and her positive impact on the community.
