Indian Social Forum celebrates I-Day across Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia

August 17, 2015

Dammam: Indian Social Forum, Karnataka State Committee, organized Independence Day Celebration Programs across Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia as part of celebrating 69th Independence Day of India. Indian Social Forum arranged a platform for Non-Resident Indians to celebrate the Independence Day through cultural events, sports, skits and stage shows with great enthusiasm.

There was a public program in Rose Auditorium of Dammam on 15th of August 2015under Udupi district of Indian Social Forum, Karnataka. Speaking on the occasion Mr. Fayaz, General Secretary of Central Committee said, “Being an Indian we should always uphold the sovereignty of the country. We should not keep this day only for a mere celebration, butalso we should struggleto save our pre-eminent democratic system of India. There is an alarming damage on democratic system taking place in India through some ideologies. Now it is our responsibility to save our country’s secular heritage”.

The chief guests Narendra Shetty, President of Mangalore Association, Anwar Sadath, Vice President of Hidayah Foundation, Abdullah Kutyady, Regional President of India Fraternity Forum, presented heart full greetings on this occasion. On the same occasion prizes distributed to the winners of the Cricket Tournament which is held earlier to the Independence Day celebrations on 14th of August. Eastern Blue Cricketers Khobar was emerged as the Champions and Star Cricketers Krishnapura was runners up of the trournament. Sarfraz of Eastern Blue Cricketers Khobar was emerged as both Man of the Match and Man of the Series.

Indian Social Forum Udupi district president Salim Udupi gave a short preface on the occasion and Nazrullah Khan welcomed the gathering. Rauf and Khalid Bantwalcoordinated the program. Vice president Abdul Rahman gave vote of thanks. There was patriotic songs from children and quiz for the audience were arranged.

Al Khobar: There was a public program also organized in Afsara Auditorium of Khobar on 15th of August 2015, under D.K. district of Indian Social Forum. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. A.M. Arif, General Secretary of Indian Social Forum State Committee said, “Over past 68 years our department system has completely failed to establish the social justice. In such a case it is our duty to protest against such system and also to fight for the rights of people”.

Imran Karkala, Vice President of JamiyyathulFalah, Dammam, Bande Nawaz of Bijapurians Association, Siraj of Malnad Association and Ahmad Basheer of India Fraternity Forum, Khobar were among the guests present on the dais.

Indian Social Forum D.K. district president SiddiqNandarabettu gave a short preface and welcomed the gathering. Mohammad Nisaafcoordinated the program. RafiqUchila gave vote of thanks. As part of the program Social Forum members demonstrated the skit which made a sensation of patriotism and unity among the audience. There was quiz and other fun activities for the audience and prizes also distributed on the occasion.

Indian Social Forum also arranged sports events in Jubail and Hasa. Sweets and dinner was served among the audience who were participated in the celebration.

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Tulu Koota Kuwait’s picnic and sports event bring families together

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.