Pathanamthitta: A student from Kashmir has been elected as the College Union Chairman of St. Thomas College, Thavalappara, Konni, in Pathanamthitta district. Shakir Yusuf, a first-year BBA student, was elected chairman unopposed. All candidates belonging to the panel led by the SFI secured victory without any opposition.
“I came to Kerala with deep concern as it is a place very far away from my home. However, the people here are very affectionate and kind-hearted. Kerala is much more beautiful than I expected,” said Shakir.
Shakir is one of the two students from Kashmir currently studying at the college. St. Thomas College operates in collaboration with the Palakkad-based LEAD College. Students from Kashmir secured admission to the institution through this academic partnership.
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