SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, and Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, have prolonged their condolences to the household of eminent training determine, the late Tun Arshad Ayub.
In a put up on the Selangor Royal Office official Facebook web page, Sultan Sharafuddin stated the late Arshad was vastly admired for his efforts, imaginative and prescient and foresight, moreover his stance that success might be achieved with onerous work and steady dedication.
Arshad (pic), who handed away on Tuesday (June 14), had held a number of key positions within the authorities and was a pioneer of the Mara Institute of Technology which is now often known as Universiti Teknologi Mara UiTM).
“Arshad devoted his power and life to the event of UiTM that was established to supply training alternatives to underprivileged college students, particularly from rural areas.
“The imaginative and prescient and planning of the late Arshad had produced many professionals and students who’re recognised internationally,” learn the posting.
It additionally famous that in appreciation of Arshad’s efforts in growing UiTM, the principle campus of which is in Selangor, the Sultan has conferred the Darjah Kebesaran Kelas Pertama, Seri Paduka Mahkota Selangor (SPMS) award, which carries the title of Datuk Seri, on Arshad.
“The nation has misplaced a pioneer of nationwide academic and administrative innovation who’s irreplaceable,” it stated.
Their Royal Highnesses hoped that the household of the late Arshad would stay sturdy and prayed for his soul to be positioned among the many trustworthy.
Arshad died in hospital at 2.06am and was reported to have been below therapy on the intensive care unit since final week for well being points. He was 93.
He was the primary director of ITM from 1967 to 1975.
Arshad is survived by his spouse, Toh Puan Zaleha Mohd Arshad, and 7 kids. – Bernama
