Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha recently launched a new book titled Role Models — Inspiring Stories of Indian Muslim Achievers, authored by former student leader Shehla Rashid. Sinha announced the book’s release on X, praising the author’s efforts to highlight success stories within the Indian Muslim community and inspire younger generations.
Shehla Rashid, known for her activism and leadership during student protests at Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) alongside figures like Umar Khalid and Kanhaiya Kumar, brings together stories of high achievers in her book. Sinha commended Rashid for her commitment to uplifting the youth and advancing democratic values, describing her as an influential scholar in the Valley known for empowering women and youth toward societal change.
In Role Models, Rashid profiles Indian Muslim individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, aiming to motivate readers and demonstrate the positive impact of role models from all backgrounds. Rashid’s dedication to compiling these stories has been widely recognized, and Sinha extended his congratulations and best wishes for the book’s success.
This book launch highlights a unique endeavor to showcase inspirational stories that may resonate with readers across communities, encouraging aspiration and leadership among youth through the examples of notable achievers.
