Jeddah: Indian Engineers Forum holds annual general meet

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July 10, 2019

Jeddah: Indian Engineers Forum Jeddah Chapter organized its 13th annual general meet on 5th July 2019, at Hotel Ramada Continental.

Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia, Dr Ausaf Sayeed graced the event as the Chief Guest and Consul General of India Mr. Noor Rahman Sheikh was Guest of Honor, while Forum President Mohammed Sayeeduddin presided over the function.

Dr Ausaf Sayeed appreciated the activities of Indian Engineers Forum Jeddah and remembered how it was formed during his tenure as Consul General of India Jeddah.

He also appreciated the role of Eng. Sayeeduddin, Eng. Amir Khan, Eng. Shuja Sharief and other passionate members who worked hard to spread its chapters around Kingdom.He lauded Indian Engineers for their contribution in the development of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.He highlighted, scarcity of water as an acute problem the World in general and India in particular. He shared his experience of knowing Engineers in USA, who developed water condensing machine to extract water from humid air. He also briefed about wireless power transmission concept already advance state of development.

Engineers play important role for the overall development of life and are solution providers.

Guest of Honor Consul General Mohammed Noor Rahman Sheikh, applauded Indian Engineers Forum for its services to the Engineering community. He highlighted how the excellence of Indian Engineers in each areahasimpacted the society. In general our zeal to be the best in whatever we do. Was demonstrated in the last year’s Hajj. The Mobile App developed by CGI Jeddah is going to help 200,000 pilgrims expected to come this year.

Eng. Amir Khan, founder & chairman of Indian Engineers Forum said IEF provides a platform for networking, career advancement, community service, and technology exchange. He advised and encouraged Indian engineers to play a vital role in the development of Saudi Arabia, which would definitely help strengthen the relations between India and the Kingdom.

President Mohammed Sayeeduddin thanked the Chief Guest Dr Ausaf Sayeed for his support in 2016 in forming IEF Jeddah while he was CGI in Jeddah.

He announced that, having served as founding President for the last 13 years, he is now stepping down and the new president, unanimously elected, will be Eng. Khan Mustafa.

Nadeem Ahmed Ali, Executive member of the forum (who is)General Manager Smart Nation, delivered presentation on digital disruption which was appreciated by audience; he explained with examples how electronic gadgets are spoiling the youth.

India’s leading Real Estate advisoryfirm/ Institutional Channel Partner (ICP) 360Realtors LLP participated in the event and were the main sponsors.Colorful presentation covering major construction residential and commercial projects in India was presented by Head International Sales 360 Realtors, S K Vivek Kumar. Amit Hariyal Jeddah further introduced leading south based developers, Total environment, known for building marquee residential projects across the Indian cities of Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune.Abdul Rahman General Manager TA Infra projects saidthey are happy to be part of IEF and will participate in its future events.Presentation on Special Investment Plan was delivered by Mr. Khader Memon which was appreciated by audience.

The chief guest, Guest of Honor and sponsors were presented Mementoes as a token of appreciation by President and Executive Committee. It was followed by the release of the Annual Magazine of the Forum, Spectrum 2019.

All appreciated the creative work done by Eng. Muazzam Sayeed as Chief editor in compiling the magazine Spectrum. A lively session of Quiz conducted by Eng. Munnawar Amafh.

A number of dignitaries from Riyadh Dammam and Yanbu attended the event and first time Jeddah Community Leaders attended the event. Shuja Sharief who travelled from Dammam said it was great gathering of technocrats, Eng. Abdul Haseeb Hazari who travelled from Yanbu said it was great pleasure to meet the team of Jeddah. Prominent Social worker and Member of higher education board Danish Ghafoor said meeting my old friends was like the icing on the cake in this great program. Legendry social workers Siadat Ali Khan and Shameem Kausar said it was worth attending the event as most of the presentations were very useful. Senior member from Jeddah Engr Ahmed Omais Construction Manager for the Mega project said every year such programs will keep us updated with the latest information for the engineering industry.

The program was started with recitation of verses from the Holy Quran by Talha Khan. Eng. Ashraf Nawaz Qureshi Treasurer of the Forum officially welcomed the guests while program was professionally conducted by Eng. Syed Nasir Khursheed, General Secretary of the forum. Chief Guest Dr Ausaf Sayeed was introduced by Vice president of the forum Eng. Abu Bakar Sherkhan.

Program was concluded by a vote of thanks by Chief Coordinator, Mohammed Shoebuddin, he appreciated and thanked for the kind gestures of Chief Guest, Guest of Honor, members, distinguished guests and all the sponsors starting with 360 Realtors, TA Infra projects MASA, Saadi group of companies, El Swedy, MIMCO, AlAbeer and Smart Nations.Photo session was systematically conducted by Eng. Aatif Azam.

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IMA Kuwait hosts online Eid get-together amid covid lockdown

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June 1,2020

Kuwait: Eid is usually a time of family get-togethers and feasts after weeks of dawn-to-dusk fasting. But this year people celebrated at home, with virus fears dampening the holiday spirit and strict restrictions in place.

Kuwait went under full curfew before the start of Ramadan leaving people to practice fasting and Ramadan rituals at home, Even Eid al-Fitr came under full lock-down period.

As situation demanded, IMA Kuwait celebrated the Eid Get-together online via video conferencing tool, All IMA members participated joyfully in Eid Milan online gathering which was scheduled immediately after Eid prayer. Members participated and congratulated each other on the eve of Eid.

The IMA president Shamvel Parviz addressed the gathering and thanked them for joining online for this unique Eid celebration which will be remembered in history. He also advised members to be aware of conditions of neighbors, friends and family and assist them if they need help in this difficult time.

Eid al-Fitr follows weeks of fasting and marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Thousands of Muslims all over Kuwait followed strict guideline and performed Eid prayer at home along with their family.

As a part of social service activities IMA also distributed ration kits before start of Ramadan and during Ramadan for needy people all over Kuwait.

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KSCC thanks Dakshina Kannada district admin

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May 20,2020

Dubai, May 20: Dubai-based Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club’s humanitarian services in charge Naseer Karaje team have appreciated the efforts of Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner, Mangaluru Airport director, NGOs of Mangaluru, and MLA for extending a royal welcome to second batch of repatriates from Dubai that landed at Mangaluru Airport on May 18.

There was so much of confusions when 1st batch of repatriation flight landed in Mangaluru airport on 12th May due to lack of proper arrangements and co ordination.

This time due to proper arrangements and special supervision by the DC everything was driven smoothly. It has given a confidence to all the Manglurean expats of Dubai in returning to their native places, the KSCC said.

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Karnataka NRI Forum Jeddah repatriates 177 stranded Kannadigas from Saudi Arabia

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July 30,2020

Jeddah: The first chartered flight for repatriation passengers from Jeddah to Bengaluru organized by Karnataka NRI Forum Jeddah – Saudi Arabia was successfully landed at Bengaluru airport by 01.00 am on 19th July 2020.

Spice Jet (SG9884) departed from King Abdul Aziz International Airport Jeddah by 05.00 pm local time with 177 stranded passengers which includes 12 Pregnant Woman, 3 infants, 44 Short term visa holders, 3 medical emergency patients and 115 migrate workers and labours from various districts of Karnataka state.

Karnataka NRI Forum Jeddah, a registered charitable organization under Government of Karnataka & Indian Consulate Jeddah - Saudi Arabia, helping the Kannadigas overseas & in Karnataka State as well, has initiated major role for helping stranded Kannadigas to travel back to home. During Pandemic hundreds of stranded Kannadigas were approached to the forum and requested to arrange special chartered flight to Bengaluru from Jeddah.

Initiating from collecting the data of passengers, the forum’s special panel including its President Mr. Mohammed Mansoor, Secretary Mr. Peter Mascarenes, Vice Presidents Mr. Nasir Khurshid, Dr.Ashfaque Maniyar, Chief Coordinator Mr. Shaikh Saoud, Cultural Secretaries Mr. Arifulla Shariff and Mr. Rajesh Suvarna, Treasurer Mr. Habib Rahman and Press Secretary Mr. Baig, the forum’s members have worked very hard to conclude this task very successful.

The forum provided food packets as refreshment, complementary PPE kitsto each passenger as precaution against the spread of any infections while travelling and also guided all passengers by supporting them in Awdha portal (Saudi Passport Department) and Seva Sindhu portal registration of Government of Karnataka.

The official travel partner ITL Travel Management Company has rendered remarkable service to the passengers not only in ticketing but also supported with top priority in confirming the aircraft from SPICE JET and availed good service from ground staff at Jeddah Airport.

All passengers have reached safely to their homes after completing the 7 days institutional quarantine at Bengaluru. 100% passengers had NEGETIVE report on Covid-19 test made on arrival as well as after institutional quarantine.

In the press release published from the President, Mr. Mohammed Mansoor has expressed his prodigious gratitude to the Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia H. E. Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, Deputy Consul General of India - Jeddah Mr. Y Saber and Chief Minister of Karnataka State Shri B. S. Yediyurappafor providing necessary approvals and NOC for the chartered flight operation. He also conveyed his boundless appreciationto Shri B. Y. Raghavendra, Member of Parliament Shimoga District (Karnataka) for his swift support extended to the forum and as well to Dr. Aarathi Krishna, Ex-Deputy Chairperson – NRI Forum of Karnataka – Government of Karnataka for her significant guidance and support on completing this mission.

The forum has thanked all the officers in King Abdul Aziz International Airport Jeddah and Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru for the facilities provided to the passengers. The Forum has thanked all passengers travelled for their calmness and also thanked to all other members of the forum, Staff of ITL Travels and SPICE JET for their tremendous support extended throughout the mission accomplishment.