BENGALURU (India CSR): Renowned motivational speaker Munawar Zama, Founder and CEO of English House Academy Pvt. Ltd., was honoured with the prestigious ‘Pride of India Award’ by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah Ji, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to youth empowerment and nation-building.
His journey from being a pharmacist to becoming one of India’s most sought-after motivational speakers has become a beacon of hope for countless young minds. His flagship one-month Residential Personality Development Workshops have gained immense popularity across India and the Gulf, attracting students and professionals eager to enhance their communication, confidence, and public speaking skills — and most importantly, to transform their lives.
His powerful talks on character building have deeply influenced and reformed the lives of numerous youngsters, especially those struggling with distraction depression or deviation from their goals. Through his inspiring motivational talks and life-changing training workshops, Zama has positively influenced and enlightened over 3.5 lakh individuals across India, especially the youth, guiding them towards a life of purpose, discipline, and positivity.
The award was conferred on the occasion of the inauguration of the Darul Quran Campus, run by JU Group of Institutions in Bengaluru on October 25, 2025, as a tribute to his vision, dedication, and relentless efforts in shaping a responsible and value-driven generation.
The following ministers, politicians, scholars, educationists and social activists graced the occasion with their presence.
Siddaramaiah Ji
Hon’ble Chief Minister
Government of Karnataka
Janab B Z Zameer Ahmed Khan Saheb
Hon’ble Minister for Housing, Wakf & Minority Welfare Government of Karnataka
Janab Rahim Khan Saheb
Minister of Muncipal Administration & Hajj Government of Karnataka
Janab Naseer Ahmed Saheb
Political Secretary to the Chief Minister of Karnataka, Member of Legislative Council, Karnataka
Lahar Singh Siroya
Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
Prasad Abbayya
Member of Legislative Assembly, Government of Karnataka. Chairman – Karnataka Slum Development Board
Janab K Rahman Khan Saheb
Former Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Janab Younus Mohamed Saheb
President Jamia Masjid And Muslim Charitable Fund Trust, Bengaluru
Hazrath Moulana Mufti Dr. Mohamed Maqsood Imran Rashadi
Imam & Khateeb Jamia Masjid, City Bengaluru
Janab Mufti Mohammed Ali Qazi Saheb
Chairman Karnataka Urdu Academy
Janab Dr. Abdul Qadeer
Chairman Shaheen Group of Institutions
Janab Ashraf Ali Saheb
Chairman, Rajiv Gandhi Pharmaceutical Institute, Hubli
Janab Mansoor Ali Khan Saheb
AICC Secretary In-Charge Kerala & Lakshadweep
(India CSR)
