Bhatkal: The general secretary of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, a  renowned educational institution in Bhatkal taluk, Mr. Ansar Kashimji passed away on Monday morning due to a heart attack.

It is reported that the deceased was suffering from the chest pain since Sunday evening and was admitted at Manipal hospital. He breathed his last during the ongoing treatment at Manipal hospital on Monday. 

He was actively associated with Anjuman institute for the past 25 years and has rendered his invaluable services with dedication and honesty. He was appointed as vice-president of Anjuman two times and then as general secretary. 

He continuously encouraged the students to pursue higher studies and was present at the student's programmes at all times.

He was a man of strict discipline and pulled no punches while delivering his words and opinions. He was always concerned about Anjuman and the education system till his last breath.Besides his wife, he is survived by three sons and two daughters.

Head of the Anjuman institution,  Syed Khaleelur Rahman, President Abdur Raheem Jukaku, general secretary  Majlis-Islah-wa-Tanzeem Muhiyuddin Altaf Kharuri, Anjuman and Tanzeem members, teachers, students have expressed deep condolences over his demise.