A true spirit of condolence offered to Dr V S Acharya in Dubai

[email protected] (S M Farooq)
February 23, 2012

Dubai, February 23: In spite of the busy work schedule many Kannadigas gathered in great numbers at Winny’s Restaurant, Karama, Dubai on February 19 at 7:30 pm. The call was given by Nama Tuluveru UAE to offer a true condolence to former Karnataka minister Dr. V. S. Acharya, who passed away on February 14.

People from various communities of Karnataka assembled together to show their love and respect to the deceased and that too well ahead of the time. A large portrait of Dr. V.S. Acharya with garland was placed on the table with lighted lamp.

Shodhan Prasad welcomed all the Kannadigas and a one minute silent prayer in standing was observed. A power point presentation titled ‘Dr. V.S. Acharya - 1939 to 2012’ which was prepared and shown as a tribute to this great personality. Soon after the presentation there were speakers who voluntarily came forward and expressed their feelings and shared some of their important moments of yesteryears they had with late Acharya.

Ex-President of Karnataka Sangha Dubai and Editor in Chief of Gulf Kannadiga, B.G. Mohandas was the first speaker followed by Senior Executive of Beary’s Cultural Forumn, M E Moolur, President of Mogaveers UAE, L.V. Puthran, President of Kannada Koota, Basawaraj Salimath along with Ex-President, Eeranna Moolimane, President of Dakshina Kannada & Kodagu Gowda Sangha, Harish Kodi, Ex-President of Karnataka Sangha Sharjah, B.K. Ganesh Rai, President of Vishwakarma Seva Samiti, Rajendra Pejavar, Managing Director of Radio Spice 105.4 FM, Herman Lewis, close relatives of Dr. Acharya, Srinivas Achar of Higher Colleges of Technology & Chartered Accountant, Raghavendra Achar who shared beautiful moments in various occasions they had with the great man. In summary it was Dr. Acharya’s simplicity, honest, clean hearted, solution based approach, pragmatism & broadmindedness which were highlighted by all the speakers assembled in the condolence meet.

Other community leaders present were President of Karnataka Sangha Sharjah, Satish Poojary, Chief Co-ordinator of Bunts Dubai, Sudhakar Alva, President of Dwani Pratishtana, Prakash Payyar, President of Gammath Kalavideru, Vasu Shetty, Vishwanath Shetty, President of Ramakshatriya Sangha, Sundeep Rao, Vice President of Mogaveers UAE, Bala Salian, Executive Members of Amchigele Samaj, Narayana Seva Samiti, Bunts Dubai, Billawas Dubai & N.E, Devadiga Sangha including Purushottam Salian, Ananad Bailoor, Prabhakar Suvarna, Jagannath Bellare, Dinesh Sanil, Alwyn Pinto who are all active members of Nama Tuluveru UAE.

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April 19,2020

Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) Chaiman Dr Sam Pitroda held video conference with senior IOC office bearers across Middle Eastern countries on 14th April 2020 to review the impact of COVID-19 pandemic among Indians residing in the region. Almost all speakers appreciated the efforts initiated and  implemented by  respective governments to contain spread of the deadly virus as well as measures taken towards welfare of the people affected by the lockdown. 

IOC Presidents, Mohammed Mansour - Bahrain, Abdullah Manjeri - Saudi Arabia, Dr J Ratan kunar - Oman and Girish kumar - Qatar, highlighted the quality treatment of patients and finacial aid provided by governments and other authorities. Bahrain IOC president Mansour , also  apprised about the 'Food for Needy' drive in Association with KHK Heroes foundation, initiated by HH Sheikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa and quality treatments as well as financial aid to local and expat residents.

Anura Mathai, IOC  Global Event Coordinator, spoke about certain problems of Indians in the UAE. IOC Middle East Convener, Mansoor Palloor, emphasised and requested IOC Chairman to urge Indian government to arrange immediate repatriation of indians stranded in Gulf countries. AICC Secretary, Himanshu Vyas, IOC Secretary Dr Arathi Krishna, Dr Arshi Malik (Abha), Mohiuddin Sirajudeen (Jeddah), Advocate Joseph Palathara (Dammam) Prasad Kodru, Jayati Maitra Ziyad Ahmed (Qatar) and Khursheed Alam (Gen Secretary- Bahrain) also apprised the participants about various issues relevant to the pandemic and suggested further initiatives to be undertaken. 

Dr Sam Pitroda briefed about sustained and consolidated efforts by all IOC members  during this unprecedented situation facing the world and assured that he would convey IOC  concerns to the government and try his best to ensure all possible help is made available to all needy Indians.

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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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Media Release
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.

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