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Kannadigas in Dubai witness ‘Vishwa Samskruti Utsava’

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October 21, 2019

Kannadigas residing in Dubai witnessed a harvest of cultural programs and cheered in the wake of a variety of dances presented by more than 70 artists from Karnataka, India. Kamsale, Kathak, Folk, Contemporary and Special Yoga Dance forms were beautifully presented by Davanagere’s Chirantana Team, Guru Shridhar Jain’s Mysuru team, Guru Krupa Phadake Team, Guru Kamakshi team from Bengaluru, Srujana Art Academy and Dr. Lata Shekhar Team. 

Dubai's dignitaries and Special guests from India's made the World Culture Festival proud by assuming their chairs on stage. The presence of Dr. B R Shetty on stage contributed richness to the program. On stage, Dr.Sheela Sridhar, Mr. Yeshwant Sareshpande repesented India while Mr. Harish Shergarh, Mr. Muhammad Mustaffa, Mr. Zafrullah Khan, Mr. Yusuf Al Blushi and Mr. Mallikarjuna Gowda repesented Dubai. 

The International Excellence Award was presented to the honorable men and women who served in various fields on this occasion. Sri Harish Sherigar was honored for his proKannada organization and music, Mrs. Revathi Kamat was honored for reviving Somahalli Lake by planting 2 lakh saplings, Dr. Lata Shekar was honoured for her services in the field of Bhartanatyam, Mr. Srinivasa Murthy was awarded for his services in the field of employment to Indians in UAE, Guru Sridhar Jain was honoured for his services in the field of Dance and Social Service. Also, the Heads of Pro-Kannada organizations, UAE were honored during the event.

Later in his speech Dr. B R Shetty appreciated the efforts made by Chirantana and mentioned that “Vishwa Samskruti Utsava – World Culture Festival” is one of the magnificent programs he has witnessed in Dubai recently.

Dances on the tunes of Vande Mataram, Lokada Kannige, Chellidaru Malligeya and Rangeelo Maro fantasied the audience. Kamsale Dance by Nrutya siri team ignited the spirit among the crowd. The team of Nrutya Degula performed Dasahavataara, Yoga Dance energised everyone. The dances for Deepavu Ninnade, Barisu Kannada Dimdimava by Chirantana team excited and thrilled the Kannadigas present at the auditorium. Prior to the Dance show, Little Samhita S Muthalik resonated Kannada folk songs in her sweet voice and entertained the audience. Inspired by the show, Mr. Harish Sherigar blazed the stage by singing a popular number of Dr. Rajkumar, the matinee idol of Kannada Cinema.

By recognizing the achievers and by the performances of variety of dances from the various artists from Karnataka, India Chirantana became successful in spreading the Kannada vibrancy and cultural splendor in Dubai. Various Kannada organizations of UAE have contributed to the success of the program. Karnataka Sangha, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi Karnataka Sangha, Al Ain Kannada Sangha and Kanndigaru Dubai joined hands with Chirantna to make sure over 1200 spectators to witness the spectacular, colourful and youthful event. Overall Chirantana gave a chance to see top artists, literary elites on the same stage and enjoy high quality dances through “Vishwa Samskruti Utsava” for the Dubai Kannadigaru.

The successful “Vishwa Samskruti Utsava – World Culture Festival” was led and directed by Smt. Deepa N Rao, founder of Chirantana while aided by Mr. Madhava Padaki & Smt. Alakanada M.S and coordinated by Dubai’s Mr. M S Arun, Mr. Noel Almeda, Mr. Prashanth Acharya , Mr. Sadandas and Mr. Sundaresh S.

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August 8,2020

Dubai, Aug 7: One may call it good luck, but for two Indian expats it was God who prevented them at the last minute from boarding the Air India Express plane that crashed in Kerala, killing at least 18 people on board.

According to India's Civil Aviation Ministry, the Boeing 737 aircraft on a flight from Dubai to Kozhikode overshot the runway at Kozhikode airport on Friday evening. There were 184 passengers including 10 infants, 2 pilots and four cabin crew onboard the aircraft.

Noufal Moin Vetten, an Ajman resident working as an office boy in a Sharjah school, was booked to travel on the flight and had checked in as per schedule.

Recounting his miraculous escape, Vetten, a resident of Malappuram, Thirunavaya, whose visa was cancelled a week ago, told Gulf News: “I was handed my boarding pass, but when I reached immigration, they told me I had to pay a fine of Dh 1,000 (Rs 20,430) for overstay. I had only Dh 500 (Rs10,215) with me.

"I called my school PRO and he told me to come back. He said they would follow protocols and pay the fines before sending me,“ he said.

Vetten was disappointed and called his family to let them know.

“When I heard about the crash, I was saddened for all the passengers. But I'm so relieved I missed it. God has been really merciful,” said Vetten.

Afsal Parrakodan, a resident of Abu Dhabi, had a similar stroke of luck.

“My work visa was cancelled about a week ago. After getting my boarding pass, I was told I had to pay a fine of Dh1,000 at the immigration counter, but I had only Dh500 on me.”

“I was very keen to board the flight and be with my family. So I called a friend who brought me the additional Dh500, but by then, my baggage had been offloaded and the flight's doors were closed,” said Parrakodan.

“I was feeling very sad and called my mother to tell her I had missed the flight. But a few hours later, when I learnt of the crash, I couldn’t help but feel relieved and thankful to God for saving my life,“ said an overwhelmed Parrakodan who plans to fly back next week. 

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May 25,2020

Dubai: Karnataka Sports & Cultural Club (KSCC) distributed Eid Kit across the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah to the ) needy people on Eid al Fitr.

KSCC President Mr. Mohammed Ismail Said: “Eid is a Symbol of Gratitude and Unity. As the last few weeks have been hard for each one of us, we wanted to stand in solidarity to celebrate Eid, by helping labours and needy people. He also said that “We are together to be part of UAE. Serving these meals is our core social responsibility."

KSCC recently conducted humanitarian services during COVID-19 pandemic in 2 phases and conducted Blood Donation Drive. They have also planned to conduct next Blood Donation Drive on 25th May, 2020.

The KSCC main objective is to develop the expatriate community into a well-nourished section of society in the areas of social, sports and cultural activities.

On behalf of KSCC, and the entire executive council Mr. Mohammed Ismail, President of Club, extended a very heartly thanks and gratitude to the Main sponsor of the event M/s. EMSQUARE, Engineering Consultant, and Tawakkal Overseas Dubai.

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May 2,2020

Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club (KSCC) organized Blood Donation Camp at Latifa Hospital, Oud Mehta Dubai on April 23rd, 2020 in association with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and with support from Community Development Authority (CDA) Government of Dubai.

Blood Donation Drive started in the morning at 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Around 48 people participated in this drive and donated blood to support the Dubai Blood Bank.

A potential shortage of blood for transfusions has been occurred due to a significant reduction in voluntary blood donations during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. The current pandemic, health services are now running with shortages of blood availability. To support the DHA Blood Bank KSCC taken initiative to ensure that blood donations continued and are safe for both the donor and the recipient.

After taking safety precaution and safe distance during the blood donation donors feeling happy and honored to participate and donate blood at this pandemic situation. Club Manager Mr. Mohammad Shafi was also present during this event.

KSCC appreciated all the blood donors and be grateful to Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Community Development Authority (CDA), and Government of Dubai for their association for this event. They also thanked the volunteers and supporters.

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