President of Hamdard Foundation Pakistan, Ms. Sadia Rashid, has said that failure is not an enemy but the greatest teacher of human life.

Karachi, Dec.18, 2025:

President of Hamdard Foundation Pakistan, Ms. Sadia Rashid, has said that failure is not an enemy but the greatest teacher of human life. She expressed these views while addressing students at the Hamdard Nounahal Assembly held at Bait-ul-Hikmah Auditorium, Madinat-ul-Hikmah, on the topic “Failure is Not a Downfall, It Is a Teacher.” She said that despite hard work and sincerity, results are sometimes not as expected, but such moments strengthen character. Citing the life of Hakim Mohammed Said, she emphasized that continuous struggle turns failures into lasting success.

Chief Guest and renowned educationist Ms. Fatima Obaid highlighted the role of parents and teachers, stressing that children should be encouraged and supported after failure rather than scolded. She underlined the importance of reflective practice and self-accountability, saying that learning from mistakes is the true path to success.

Earlier, Leader of the House Ayesha Fawad said that the journey of life is full of ups and downs, and real success lies in moving forward despite failures. She remarked that failure should be considered the first step towards success.

Leader of the Opposition Jaisha Ahmer said that failure is an important life experience and urged parents and teachers to motivate children, reminding them that failure is not a crime but a signal to change strategy. She quoted the Quranic verse, “Indeed, with hardship comes ease.”

The program included speeches by student speakers, recitation of the Holy Quran, Naat, tableaus, national songs. A large number of students, teachers, parents, and guests attended the event.