Dr. K. K. N. Kurup Honored with First Dr. K. M. Abubakar CIGI Education Award

Published on 01 March 2025
Kozhikode: Prominent historian, educationist, social worker, and former Vice Chancellor of Calicut University, Dr. K. K. N. Kurup, has been honored with the inaugural Dr. K. M. Abubakar CIGI Education Award. The announcement was made during a press conference at the Kozhikode Press Club.

CIGI President Prof. Dr. A. B. Moideenkutty and award jury member Dr. P. T. Abdul Aziz officially declared Dr. Kurup the recipient of this prestigious award. CIGI PR Division Director Zakaria M.V, Chief Coordinator Zainuddin K, and Research Division Coordinator Ramya K attended the event.

The award, which carries a cash prize of Rs. 1 lakh and a citation, has been instituted in memory of Dr. K. M. Abubakar, the esteemed founder and president of CIGI and a distinguished scientist at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre. The initiative aims to recognize and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of education.

Dr. K. K. N. Kurup’s remarkable contributions to education and historical research have been widely acknowledged, making him a fitting recipient for the first edition of this prestigious award.

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Photo: The class led by Muneera Chaliyam and Sabira at the Life Skill Camp

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Photo: CIGI Expa Scan 2022 participants handing over the smart TV and sound system to Rahmaniya school authorities

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Dr. K. K. N. Kurup Honored with First Dr. K. M. Abubakar CIGI Education Award