Kozhikode: The second Future Education Conclave 2026 organized by the Markas Group of Schools (M.G.S) as part of the National Education Day celebrations concluded recently. Held under the theme 'Responsible AI,' the conclave served as a platform for serious discussions on the potential of artificial intelligence in education, its responsible use, ethics, and future directions for education. It also provided a venue for students to showcase their academic excellence.
The conclave, held at Markas Knowledge City, was inaugurated by Markas Director-General C Mohammed Faysi. The keynote address was delivered by MGS Chief Administrative Officer V.M. Rashid Saqafi. Markas Rector Dr. Roshan Noorani spoke about the 'Responsible AI' project conceptualized by Indian Grand Mufti Kanthapuram A.P. Abubacker Musliyar.
Sessions featured presentations by journalist and author Mustafa P Erakal, MGS Academic Director Mohammed Shafi, Karanthur MEMS International School Principal Abdul Majid Irfani, and Kaitappoyil Markas Public School Principal Sirajuddin K.P., who delivered subject-focused talks.
The major highlight of the conclave was the presentation of research papers prepared by students on diverse topics. These presentations demonstrated students’ abilities not only to work beyond textbook knowledge but also to discover new ideas, raise questions, analyze information, and arrive at scientific conclusions. A publication compiling these research papers was released during the event.
This session marked a significant step towards integrating research as an active component of school education and nurturing future researchers and thinkers. Members of the MGS Directorate, including Abdul Jabbar Saqafi, Anwar Saqafi, Faris Farooq, as well as student representatives and teachers from various institutions under the Markas Group of Schools, participated in the event.
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Original Malayalam report: Malayalam Daily News
