Dr. Syed Moinul Haque
“Haq Sir”
Senior Journalist | International Player | National Medalist | International Coach | Sports Advisor | Sports Promoter | Sports Administrator | Media Leader | Social Worker
Full Name: Dr. Syed Moinul Haque
Popularly Known As: “Haq Sir”
Place: Badi Khatu, Nagaur / Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Education: M.A., Doctorate
Fields of Excellence: Sports • Journalism • Coaching • Sports Administration • Media • Social Service
Interests: Sports • Social Work • Journalism
“Recognize Talent. Create Opportunity. Build Champions.”
Introduction
Dr. Syed Moinul Haque, widely known as “Haq Sir,” is a multifaceted Indian sports personality, senior journalist, international-level player, national medalist, coach, sports administrator, media professional and social worker.
His journey represents an extraordinary combination of sporting excellence, journalism, leadership, mentorship and public service. From representing India in competitive sports to guiding the next generation of athletes, and from journalism to sports administration, his professional life has been devoted to achievement as well as creating opportunities for others.
What distinguishes Dr. Haque's journey is not merely the number of roles he has held, but the connection between them. His experience as a player helps him understand athletes; his experience as a coach enables him to develop them; his administrative roles allow him to promote sporting opportunities; and journalism gives him a platform to raise issues and communicate with society.
Over the years, “Haq Sir” has developed an identity associated with discipline, leadership, sporting development and encouragement of young talent.
From Athlete to Mentor
Sports have remained one of the defining pillars of Dr. Syed Moinul Haque's life.
During the 1990s, he represented India internationally in kayaking and canoeing and earned medals at the national level. His sporting journey was not confined to a single discipline.
He also competed at the national level in softball, baseball, shooting, boxing and crossbow, demonstrating remarkable versatility across very different sporting disciplines.
Participating across multiple sports required adaptability, physical conditioning, mental resilience and a strong competitive spirit—qualities that later became central to his work as a coach and sports mentor.
His evolution from athlete to mentor represents a natural progression: after experiencing competitive sport himself, he turned his knowledge toward preparing others for the same arena.
International Coaching & Sports Leadership
Drawing upon years of competitive experience, Dr. Haque expanded his contribution from personal sporting achievement to coaching, sports promotion and administration.
He has served as Chief Coach of the Indian Crossbow Shooting Team, contributing his experience to the preparation and guidance of athletes in competitive crossbow shooting.
His coaching philosophy extends beyond technique.
For him, developing an athlete means developing discipline, physical fitness, confidence, concentration, sportsmanship, leadership and the courage to compete at higher levels.
This approach reflects his belief that medals are important achievements, but the character developed through sport can influence an athlete throughout life.
Developing the Next Generation of Champions
Perhaps one of the most meaningful dimensions of Dr. Syed Moinul Haque's journey is his commitment to identifying, encouraging and nurturing emerging sporting talent.
According to the profile information provided, through his guidance and encouragement, more than 1,000 athletes have participated at district, state, national and international levels.
Behind every aspiring athlete lies a journey of practice, discipline, opportunities and encouragement. Dr. Haque's mission has been to help young players move through this journey and reach progressively larger competitive platforms.
His long-term career goal expresses this mission clearly:
To inspire and encourage as many children and young athletes as possible to compete at national and international levels, nurture their talent, and bring pride and glory to the nation.
For “Haq Sir,” therefore, success is not limited to his own sporting record. It is also reflected in the progress of the athletes he helps move forward.
Leadership at Maulana Azad University
Dr. Syed Moinul Haque's involvement in sports extends into the field of higher education.
He serves as Dean – Sports & Public Relations and Chairman – Board of Sports at Maulana Azad University, Jodhpur, where his responsibilities connect sports development with institutional leadership and public relations.
Through these roles, he contributes to creating an environment in which university-level sports can receive organization, encouragement and greater visibility.
His presence in academic sports administration brings together two valuable perspectives—that of a former competitive athlete and that of an experienced administrator.
Crossbow Association of India
Dr. Haque also serves as General Secretary of the Crossbow Association of India.
His association with crossbow reflects his wider commitment to promoting sporting disciplines and developing platforms through which players can advance their competitive journeys.
His experience as a competitor, coach and administrator gives him an unusually broad perspective on what athletes require—from training and motivation to competition exposure and organizational support.
A Distinguished Journey in Journalism
Alongside sports, journalism has been another major pillar of Dr. Syed Moinul Haque's professional identity.
His journalistic career encompasses reporting, editorial leadership, media administration and public communication.
He serves as Chairman of Al Abbas Group of Media and Director of The Encounter Media.
His editorial roles include serving as Chief Editor of Daily Voice of Haq, Daily Seedha Prahar and Ailan-e-Haq. He has also served as News Editor of Thar Today and Khwaja Times.
Through these responsibilities, he has been associated with journalism covering public concerns, contemporary issues, sports and matters of social relevance.
Where Journalism Meets Sports
The combination of journalism and competitive sporting experience gives Dr. Haque's professional journey a distinctive character.
A journalist can report the challenges faced by athletes. A former athlete can understand those challenges from personal experience.
Dr. Haque brings both perspectives together.
Having experienced the demands of competitive sport himself, he understands the importance of training, infrastructure, exposure, recognition and encouragement. His media background, meanwhile, provides another avenue through which sporting issues and achievements can receive public attention.
This intersection between sports and journalism has become one of the defining characteristics of his professional identity.
Media Leadership
Dr. Haque's involvement with multiple media organizations reflects a career extending beyond conventional reporting into editorial and organizational leadership.
As a Chairman, Director, Chief Editor and former News Editor across different media platforms, his responsibilities have included shaping editorial direction, communication and media operations.
His journey demonstrates how journalism can function not merely as a profession, but as a medium for public awareness, responsible communication and social engagement.
Social & Organizational Leadership
Public service and organizational participation constitute another important part of Dr. Syed Moinul Haque's profile.
He serves as National President of Bhartiya Syed Mahasangh and National General Secretary of Bhartiya Patrakar Mahasangh.
These responsibilities place him at the intersection of professional networking, community engagement and organizational leadership.
His involvement in social work complements his sporting and journalistic activities, reinforcing a career centered on people, opportunity and public participation.
The Philosophy of “Haq Sir”
The identity “Haq Sir” represents more than a popular name.
It reflects his role as a mentor to athletes and young people who look to him for guidance and encouragement.
His guiding philosophy can be summarized in one powerful thought:
“Recognize talent, provide it with opportunities, and show it the path to its destination.”
This philosophy captures the essence of his career.
Sports taught him perseverance.
Competition taught him discipline.
Coaching taught him mentorship.
Journalism strengthened his commitment to giving voice to important issues.
Leadership taught him the importance of creating opportunities for others.
Together, these experiences shaped the professional identity of Dr. Syed Moinul Haque.
A Life Beyond Personal Achievement
Many careers are defined by personal accomplishments. Dr. Haque's professional story extends further.
Having competed himself, he chose to train others. Having gained experience, he chose to share it. Having developed a presence in journalism and administration, he used those platforms to remain connected with sports and society.
This transition from player to coach, coach to administrator, journalist to media leader, and individual achievement to mentorship gives his journey its broader significance.
His ambition is not simply to create successful competitors, but to inspire young athletes to believe that their background or circumstances need not determine the limits of their aspirations.
Vision for Indian Sports
Dr. Syed Moinul Haque envisions a sporting culture where promising children are identified early, encouraged consistently and provided opportunities to test their abilities at increasingly competitive levels.
His focus remains particularly strong on helping aspiring players move from grassroots participation to district, state, national and ultimately international competition.
At the heart of this vision lies a simple principle: talent needs more than recognition—it needs training, discipline, opportunity and sustained encouragement.
His ultimate aspiration is to see more young athletes represent their communities and country with distinction.
Legacy & Continuing Mission
Dr. Syed Moinul Haque's journey spans competitive sports, coaching, sports administration, journalism, media leadership and social service.
Yet these apparently different fields are connected by one recurring purpose:
To create opportunities for people to move forward.
His sporting achievements established him as an athlete. His coaching transformed experience into mentorship. His administrative responsibilities expanded his ability to promote sports. Journalism gave him another avenue for public engagement, while social work extended his contribution beyond professional boundaries.
For the young athletes who know him as “Haq Sir,” his most enduring contribution may ultimately be neither a title nor an individual medal, but the confidence and direction he has sought to provide to the next generation.
Professional Profile
Dr. Syed Moinul Haque (“Haq Sir”)
Senior Journalist • International Player • National Medalist • International Coach • Sports Advisor • Sports Promoter • Sports Administrator • Media Leader • Social Worker
Academic Qualification: M.A., Doctorate
Sporting Background: Kayaking • Canoeing • Softball • Baseball • Shooting • Boxing • Crossbow
Institutional Leadership: Dean – Sports & Public Relations and Chairman – Board of Sports, Maulana Azad University, Jodhpur
Sports Administration: General Secretary, Crossbow Association of India
Coaching: Former/Serving Chief Coach, Indian Crossbow Shooting Team, as provided
Media Leadership: Chairman – Al Abbas Group of Media | Director – The Encounter Media
Editorial Leadership: Daily Voice of Haq • Daily Seedha Prahar • Ailan-e-Haq
Organizational Roles: National President – Bhartiya Syed Mahasangh | National General Secretary – Bhartiya Patrakar Mahasangh
Dr. Syed Moinul Haque – “Haq Sir”
From the sporting arena to the newsroom, from coaching young athletes to administering sporting organizations, Dr. Syed Moinul Haque represents a professional journey built around performance, perseverance, leadership and service.
His story demonstrates that true achievement is not measured only by how far an individual travels, but also by how many others are encouraged to move forward because of that journey.
His continuing mission is clear—to discover talent, nurture potential, create opportunities and inspire young athletes to dream beyond local boundaries toward national and international excellence.
