Halim Fadai, a former governor in the republic system, criticized the Taliban administration’s attendance at the funeral ceremony of General Abdul Ahad Momand, Afghanistan\u2019s first and only astronaut, calling it an example of “double standards” regarding science and education. He said that while the Taliban have shut the doors of education to a large part of society, participating in such ceremonies is perceived as an attempt to gain political legitimacy. <\/p>\n
Fadai emphasized that Abdul Ahad Momand did not reach space through amulets, prejudice, or religious decrees but relied on science, research, and modern technology to become one of the symbols of the country’s scientific progress. According to him, Momand\u2019s achievements were the result of investment in knowledge and contemporary education\u2014a path now facing extensive restrictions. <\/p>\n
The former governor added that while commemorating Momand\u2019s name, the Taliban\u2019s educational policies, especially towards girls and youth, have effectively limited access to education and widened Afghanistan\u2019s gap from the caravan of science and progress. He described this approach as clearly contradictory to Momand\u2019s scientific legacy. <\/p>\n
Fadai asserted that genuine respect for scientific figures is not realized through attendance at funerals and speeches but is meaningful when the doors of schools and educational centers are opened to all Afghans, particularly girls. In his view, if the Taliban truly wish to honor Abdul Ahad Momand\u2019s name and spirit, they must draw inspiration from the path of science and enlightenment rather than restrictions, because the astronaut\u2019s core legacy is knowledge and progress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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