Bhatkal: Ibrahim bin Fahim Shahbandri, a young talent from Bhatkal represented India at the International Qur’an Memorization Competition organized by the Saudi government in Makkah and secured the second position in his category.
For this remarkable feat, he has been awarded 60,000 Saudi Riyals.
This global competition witnessed the participation of 166 contestants from 117 countries across five different categories. The event commenced on August 25 and concluded on September 6 with the final session held at Masjid Haram. During this session, prizes were conferred upon the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth-place winners in each category.
Ibrahim’s educational journey began in Sharjah, where he actively participated in various Qur’an competitions and distinguished himself. Subsequently, he pursued his education up to the 10th standard at a school in Bhatkal, where he embarked on the noble endeavor of memorizing the Quran. Currently, he is an honors student at Jamia Salafia Banaras.
Ibrahim bin Fahim Shahbandri’s outstanding achievement has brought honor and recognition to his hometown of Bhatkal and the entire nation.