Honoring Mrs. Mehrunnisa G. H. Roghay
Beloved Headmistress of the Primary Section (1983–1993) who embodied resilience, sacrifice, and an unwavering belief in education for every child.
Information gathered from this archived BVS tribute .
Education is the only thing in the world which is not subject to the laws of diminishing returns.
Mrs. Mehrunnisa G. H. Roghay
Headmistress, Primary Section (1983 – 1993)
Born in Uran, Mahrashtra, Mrs. Roghay grew up in a family that prized hard work and enterprise. Despite conservative expectations, she insisted on learning, earning her B.Ed. and later joining B.V.S. in 1966. Financial hardship struck her family after the Korean War; with five children to support, she shouldered the burden—teaching by day and giving tuitions from house to house by night.
Her perseverance carried her from classroom teacher to Headmistress of the Primary Section (1983–1993). Over 32 years, she guided hundreds of children, nurturing discipline, kindness, and the belief that education transforms lives. Even in the hardest days, she never let students see the struggle—only her steady grace.
Milestones & Moments
Education Trailblazer: Studied at Anjuman-i-Islam, Sofia College, and completed CT & B.Ed. at St. Patrick’s College.
Joined B.V.S.: 1966; became Headmistress of Primary in 1983; retired in 1998.
Family Resilience: Supported five children through financial setbacks with relentless work and tutoring.
Legacy: Hundreds of alumni credit their foundations to her patience and belief in every child.
Words of Advice
Do not depend on wealth—either your parents’ or yours. Money does not remain forever. Give your children, boys or girls, the best education you can afford. Education is the only thing in the world which is not subject to the laws of diminishing returns. God bless you all.