IFF all set for Hajj volunteer service-2015

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September 19, 2015

Riyadh: For the 12th consecutive year, the India Fraternity Forum has prepared its activists for Hajj volunteer service in the holy sites of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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This was announced at a press meet recently. The Forum has further expanded the Hajj services successfully to India helping out the pilgrims proceeding for Haj through guidance classes focusing on the spirit of Haj and its rituals, instructions to perform the rituals in a safe and healthy environment.

Guidance classes were held in Chennai, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli and Kayalpattinam in Tamil Nadu and Mangaluru in Karanataka and Malappuram, Erattupetta, Aluva and Kannur in Kerala state. The classes included presentation of photos and video clips and updates of the holy sites.

Last year, the Hajj safety guide prepared by India Fraternity Forum was released by the Oommen Chandi, Chief Minister of Kerala and this year the guide has been published in Malayalam, English, Tamil, Kannada and Urdu languages and distributed to the Haj pilgrims who attended the classes at various locations in India.

The volunteer service at the airport of Madinah and Hajj terminal of KAIA Jeddah has begun since the first Haj flight from India has landed in the Kingdom, engaging many groups of 5 volunteers each, on a daily basis.

In Makkah IFF engages 70 volunteers, including 4 full timers who focus the areas of Haram, hospitals, clinics and accommodation of Hajis in Aziziyah and on Fridays, more volunteers are engaged in Makkah to help and guide the pilgrims.

In Madinah, IFF Kerala chapter in coordination with the Kerala Hajj Welfare Forum is serving the Hajis, whereas more than two dozens of IFF volunteers from other states are engaged in serving the Hajis hailing from different Indian states.

In addition to the volunteers now serving in Makkah, arrangements have been completed for deploying 800 volunteers to help the pilgrims during Dhul Hajj 8-13. This will include volunteers from Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam and Yanbu. Volunteers are divided under various teams for field, tent, transportation, support services, help desk, medical and media.

Forum will also engage a 25 member strong women volunteer team to serve the female pilgrims on 11 and 12 of Dhul Hajj. Women's wing of IFF volunteers has been in the service activities for the last five years and they provide help and support to the weak and sick female pilgrims to avail medical assistance, whenever required.

The training for the volunteers and supporting team has been completed in various Indian languages. Training for the women's wing was conducted by the team headed by Dr. Muneera Balahmar (Head of Preventive medicine, MOH)

As per the request of Indian Pilgrim Welfare Forum (IPWF), this year also IFF will provide the map of mina for the use of volunteers. IFF has thanked for the support of the Consulate of India, Indian Haj Mission, World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY), South Asian Mutawwif Organization and the Ministry of Health (MOH) etc. in serving the guests of Allah

This year, IFF Hajj volunteer service will be supervised by an 11 member committee including Abdul Rauf Cherur (Coordinator), Mudassir (Asst. Coordinator), Mohammed Sadiq (Volunteer Captain), Hakkeem Abdulla Kannur (Vice Captain).

Shamsuddin KM (Regional President IFF), Mohammed Ali (Regional Secretary),Abdul Rauf (Volunteer Service Coordinator), Irshad Ahmed (President, IFF Urdu & North Indian Chapter), Mohammed Shareef(President, IFF Tamil Nadu Chapter) were present at the press meet.

 

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Friday, 11 Mar 2016

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Media Release
February 13,2020

On Friday, February 7, 2020 Tulu Koota Kuwait under the leadership of Dynamic President Ramesh S Bhandary and coordination of Sports Secretary Roshan Quadras  held its annual picnic at Mishref Garden, Kuwait.  Although slight drizzling on the   previous night had caused great concern amongst committee members , yet the  windy and dusty weather did not lessen the enthusiasm and excitement of Tulu Koota Kuwait members.  Over 1000 members enjoyed the fun filled day.

MC of the occasion Mr. Manoj Shetty & Ms. Priya Devadiga welcomed the audience and Chief guests for the event Dr Jeshna Rajan- Badr Al Samaa Clinic, Dr. S.M.Hyther Ali- Chairman of TVS Hyder Group, Mr. John Simon- Group Manager for Corporate Sales and Event Marketing ,  Al Mulla Exchange, Mr Pradeep, owner of Geetherb medicine and Mr. Lokesh & Team from NH Assets.  The program kicked off with Kuwait & Indian National anthem. The guests in their address to audience, praised Tulu Koota Kuwait unwavering efforts to unite people through language, and also the solid philanthropy and charity work being carried by the association was applauded. The presidents  of different South Canara  association in Kuwait were also amongst invited dignitaries for the event, and were welcomed with flower bouquet. This was followed by the release of “ Tulu Nada Jathre flyer”.

Tulu Koota Kuwait President, Ramesh S Bhandary in his speech welcomed the dignitaries and emphasized the significance of the annual picnic gathering. He further elaborated on the innovative concept of “Tulunada Jathre ” being initiated this year, and requested fervent support and participation from all members in  this wonderful program scheduled to be held on Friday,  March 27, 2020 at Indian Central School Indoor Ground Abbasiya. 

As part of days celebration TKK’s Flag hosting  was done  by President , Ramesh Bhandary. “Go Green Global concept” by Tulu Koota members   was the highlight of the inaugural ceremony.  This act was directed by talented committee member Mr. Suresh Salian.

The act beautifully conveyed the message of sustainability, and climate change and raised awareness on how to fight it, how to live green.  The traditional inaugural of the sports event was done by breaking of coconut by Sports Secretary Mr. Roshan Quadras.  TKK First Lady Mrs Anitha Ramesh Bhandary led the sports march holding the traditional torch followed by the  Go Green Global team holding different country flags with plant pots, followed by President, committee members and Sponsors of TKK. The president officially inaugurated the Sports Event by officially lighting the Sports Lamp.

After the inauguration ceremony, the members and kids actively participated in day long sports games and activities meticulously planned out by the Sports committee  for different age groups.  Passing the parcel, Veggies collection, ball bucket, veg shopping , macroni race, hockey, kutti donne, sack race, lagori,  breaking the pot , tyre race, slow cycling, water ballon race, musical chair , kabbadi, volley ball, throw  ball , tug of war, housie housie, kept the members and their families  engaged and entertained. The winners for the competitions were awarded with trophies towards the end of the exciting day.

Delicious and authentic Mangalorean lunch for the event was served by Oriental Restaurant Kuwait.  Sounds and lights support for the event was provided by Anand, while the beautiful moments were captured in camera by Mr.Blen Dsouza and Mr.Rajesh Devadiga

Tulu Koota Kuwait takes this opportunity to thank its committee members, members and volunteers for their dedicated efforts and team spirit and active participation that eventually lead to the huge success of Family Picnic 2020. The Event Sponsors were Al Ahleia Insurance Company SAKP, Al Mulla Exchange, Khain Properties Udupi, Badr Al-Samaa Clinic, TVS Hyder Group and Geetherb.

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August 6,2020

Dubai, Aug 6: Non-resident Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist Dewakara Alva passed away on Thursday August 6. He was 63.

Alva, who hailed from Mangaluru, was the director of Federal Insurance Brokers LLC, Dubai and was residing in Dubai for around four decades. He was reportedly suffering from health problems for last few months. 

He was a patron of Tulu and Kannada language and culture in United Arab Emirates. He was a member of various NRI organizations including UAE Tulu Koota and UAE Bunts

Alva is survived by wife Saritha, daughter Powshali, and son Manal.

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Shodhan Prasad
August 7,2020

Dubai, Aug 7: ‘Nama Tuluve’ Purushotham Salian, a staunch stalwart who always supported humanity and a strong pillar for Tuluvas in Dubai, passed away August, 4 at Al Tawam Hospital Al Ain. He was suffering from cancer and was admitted to Al Tawam Hospital Al Ain some time ago. He was on the last stage of illness which was not detected earlier.

His funeral last rites were conducted on Thursday August 7 at Jebel Ali cemetery in Hindu rites with a few of his family members present. Due to Covid pandemic, neither his body was able to be flown back to hometown nor could his two children come down to attend the funeral. However, it was said that his wish was to be cremated here in Dubai which unknowingly sometime back he whispered to one of his friends.

Purushotham had few years ago, survived a heart attack and fought back his life, though it had a minor paralytic effect on him. Even though, till recently he used to do his day-to-day work normally. He was a hard working personality and owned a readymade garment shop in Ajman and Dubai mostly taking care of clients with requirement of uniforms and coveralls. His dedication towards work was always appreciated by his clients who used to get their things delivered on time always.

He was never a publicity person and was helping the poor and needy in whatever ways he could silently. He strongly supported the community and was associated with Nama Tuluveru and Billawa community with commitment. He used to voluntarily come forward for the ground work of various functions of the community and used to be there until it was done perfectly.

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