Jubail: Indian Social Forum hosts public programme for Indian expats

Jubail: “Every citizen of India is required to stand firmly on his feet in order to fight against intolerance, lawlessness and inequality in India. This political struggle of Indian citizen is led by Social Democratic Party of India. In this situation we need to strengthen our struggle even though we have secular democratic system in our country. Nobody should bow down to the fascist forces,” said Elyas Muhammad Thumbay, National General Secretary of SDPI.

Speaking as chief guest at the public program ‘Stand On Your Feet Not On Your Knees’ organized by Indian Social Forum, State Committee in Cookxon Auditorium, Jubail, he said these days Indian government is being run by corporate forces and fascist forces.

He said all the rights of common man have been snatched away by the government. The regime has superimposed its brutality on Dalits, minorities, liberals and backward classes. It is obvious characteristic of dictatorship rule. In this critical situation Social Democratic Party of India is trying to fill the courage and improve the morale of the people across India, he said.

Salim Davangere, Vice President of Indian Social Forum, Karnataka presided over the program and encouraged people to join hands with Indian Social Forum. The other guests on the dais were, Wasim Ahmad, Central Committee President, Indian Social Forum, Salim Udupi, Jubail Committee President, Ashraf Kulur, President of India Fraternity Forum, Karnataka Chapter-Eastern Province.

Abdul Samath, Jubail Committee Executive member, Indian Social Forum welcomed the gathering and presented preface. Salim Udupi delivered vote of thanks and Sanaulla anchored the program.