House Resolution 779
By: Representatives Reeves of the 99th, Beckles of the 96th, Romman of the 97th, Hong of the
103rd, and Efstration of the 104th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending the Aligarh Alumni Association of Atlanta; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, established in 1984, the Aligarh Alumni Association of Atlanta (AAAA) is a
dedicated nonprofit organization composed of graduates of Aligarh Muslim University
(AMU), India, and supporters of the Aligarh educational movement; and
WHEREAS, AAAA has played a crucial role in supporting education by providing
assistance to students through various programs, such as the Sir Syed Global Scholars Award
(SGSA), the Direct Early Intervention Center at AMU (DEIC), and the Indo-US APJ Abdul
Kalam Center for STEM Education & Research of OSU-AMU, reflecting its commitment
to academic and financial support for deserving students; and
WHEREAS, AAAA is also deeply involved in community engagement, contributing to the
well-being of the greater Atlanta community through collaborative efforts, social issue
dialogues, and promoting interfaith understanding; and
WHEREAS, since 2022, AAAA has hosted annual Eid Milan Picnics, becoming a cherished
tradition in the Atlanta area, fostering cultural connection and providing an opportunity for
thousands of community members to gather and celebrate Eid together in a festive,
family-friendly environment; and
WHEREAS, AAAA has been instrumental in preserving and promoting the Urdu language
and its art forms through the Jashn-e-Urdu Festival, which has featured renowned literary
figures like poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar, showcasing poetic performances, literary
discussions, and fostering a greater appreciation for the richness of Urdu culture; and
WHEREAS, the contributions of AAAA to education, community engagement, and cultural
preservation have had a lasting and meaningful impact on the people of Georgia and beyond.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend the Aligarh Alumni Association of
Atlanta for its outstanding efforts in advancing education, supporting the community, and
preserving cultural heritage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the
Aligarh Alumni Association of Atlanta.