The winners have been selected in the Uthuru Huvadhoo Quran Competition organized by the GA. Atoll Council.
The awards were presented to the winners in a ceremony in GA. Vilingili on Saturday evening. Former Islamic Minister Dr. Mohamed Ali Saeed attended the ceremony as chief guest.
Students from foundation level to key stage five from nine schools in GA. Atoll participated in the competition held from Thursday to Saturday.
The schools include GA. Atoll Madrasa, GA. Atoll Education Center, Maamendhoo School, Nilandhoo School, Dhaandhoo School, Kondey School, Gemanafushi School and Kanduhulhudhoo School.
Total 167 students participated in the competition; 134 in the recitation from book category and 33 in the by-heart category.
WINNERS IN BY-HEART CATEGORY (STUDENTS):
WINNERS IN BY-BOOK CATEGORY (STUDENTS):
WINNERS IN BY-HEART CATEGORY (SCHOOLS):
WINNERS IN BY-BOOK CATEGORY (SCHOOLS):
According to the GA. Atoll Council, the winners received cash prizes from both the council and benefactors.
The council thanked Vilingili for the warm welcome the students, parents and officials received.
The council ruled the competition a success.