Bhatkal will host international convention

KARWAR: The Jamia Islamia Institute of Bhatkal will conduct an international educational convention to mark its golden jubilee celebrations on March 18.
M R Manvi, spokesperson of the institution, told the reporters in Karwar on Friday that the convention, aimed at spreading the message of brotherhood, will be inaugurated by Moulana Syed Mohammed Rabey Husaini Saheb Nadvi, president of All India Muslim Personal law Board.
Noted scholars and educational experts from various countries will take part in the convention which will conclude on March 21. Ramanand Teertha seer of Udupi, Vishweshwar Teertha seer of Pejawar mutt and Veerendra Heggade are expected to participate in the programme.
An exhibition on Nawayat Muslim community, whose mother tongue is similar to Konkani, will be held. Nawayats have the history of more than 1400 years. More than 10 books on different subjects will also be released on the occasion.