Indian Expat won first prize in Quran recitation contest

Abdullah Abdul Mateen Usmani, an Indian expatriate won the first prize at the annual Quran recitation contest. The contest was organized by Jamia Tahfiz-ul-Quran, Makkah region.

According to the report published in Saudi Gazette, out of one thousand Huffaz participated in the contest, 13 secured marks between 95 and 99.

In the event, Chief Guest was Prince Mishaal Bin Majed, Governor of Jeddah. Many senior officials, philanthropists and parents were present on this occasion.

Hafiz Abdullah Abdul Mateen Usmani belongs to the southern Indian city of Hyderabad.

The award winner’s father, Mateen Usmani, thanked Almighty Allah for the honor bestowed on his son and lauded the efforts of Jamia Tahfiz-ul-Quran in memorization and recitation of the Holy Qur'an.