Two Bhatkal Researchers Earn PhD from Kuvempu University for Work on Urdu Literature
Moulvi Abdul Hafeez Khan Nadwi and Abdul Fattah Bapusaheb receive doctoral degrees for their research on South Indian Urdu travel writers and poet Hafiz Karnataki.
Shimoga (Fikrokhabar News) – Two scholars from Bhatkal have successfully completed their doctoral research at Kuvempu University’s Urdu Department and have been awarded PhD degrees.
Moulvi Abdul Hafeez Khan Nadwi and Abdul Fattah Bapusaheb presented their research papers at the university, which were approved by the examination committee.
Professor Siraj Hamad, Chairman of the Urdu Department and Principal of Sahyadri Arts College, expressed pride in the achievement. “It is a matter of honor for us that two scholars from our department have conducted research on important topics in Urdu literature,” he said.
Moulvi Abdul Hafeez Khan Nadwi completed his thesis titled “Selected Urdu Travel Writers of South India.” His work focuses on travel writing in southern India, an area that has received less attention compared to northern India.
Abdul Fattah Bapusaheb chose to research the renowned poet Hafiz Karnataki. His thesis, titled “Hafiz Karnataki: Memory, Thought and Art,” examines the life and literary contributions of the famous children’s poet.
Dr. Sanaullah, who guided both researchers, praised their performance during the oral examination (viva voce). He noted that both scholars demonstrated excellent understanding of their research topics.
The examination panel included Professor Arshbiya Jabeen from Hyderabad Central University and Professor Mohammad Naseemudin Fareed from Maulana Azad National Urdu University. Both examiners appreciated the quality of research presented by the scholars.
Speaking about his work, Moulvi Abdul Hafeez Khan Nadwi explained, “While travel literature from North India has been extensively researched, South Indian Urdu travel writing has received limited attention. I chose this topic to fill that gap.”
Abdul Fattah Bapusaheb said, “Hafiz Karnataki is a beloved children’s poet. Working on his poetry has been an honor for me. I plan to continue researching his literary works in the future.”
Moulvi Abdul Hafeez Khan Nadwi completed his Islamic studies (Aalimiyat) from Jamia Islamia Bhatkal, followed by advanced studies (Fazilat) from Darul Uloom Nadwatul Ulama in Lucknow. He currently teaches at Islamia Anglo Urdu High School.
Abdul Fattah Bapusaheb completed his education from Anjuman-e-Islamia Bhatkal and serves as a teacher at the same institution.
