Shiruru Association launched in Dubai; Syed Ibrahim elected president

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June 26, 2012

Dubai, June 26: Shiruru Association, a congregate of people of Shiruru, a small coastal town of Karnataka, came into existence on June 22. It was inaugurated at a simple program held in Bangalore Empire Hotel in Karama, Dubai.

Immediately the very first objective was completed and an Ambulance vehicle was presented by DINA School for Children with special needs.

Noted businessman Mohammed Mustafa, Director of M Square Engineering Co., Mohammed Yahya Qaji, Dr. Hasan, Syed Abdul Khader of Green Valley Educational Institutions of Shiruru, businessman Vinay Kumar Shetty were present on the dais. President of the newly formed committee Mr. Syed Ibrahim presided over the function.

The programme started at around 7 pm with welcome speech by Sharath Ram Shetty. Bhagya Sadan Das compered the programme.

The banner and the logo of the Shiruru Association also launched on the occasion in the presence of committee members and guests.

Speaking on the occasion Mohammed Mustafa confirmed his support for the objectives of the Association. He said that it was the duty of every expatriate to respond to the problems of his or her hometown.

Mohammed Yahya Qazi said urged the youth, who have good jobs to extend helping hand towards their hometown.

Emphasising on the importance of education he said that the educational institutions deserve support.

Dr. Hassan said that the education is the real wealth. Association should work to provide education to every needy child in Shiruru, he said.

Vinay Kumar Shetty said: “The moment we hear Shiruru, we imagine national award winner Narayana Shetty and Green Valley Institution, which has highlighted the name of Shiruru in national level. However, Shiruru still lacks basic amenities, and with all our support we could attend to at least few of them. Today we have planted Shiruru Association, I wish this will grow as a big tree.”

Syed Abdul Khadir, Managing Trustee of Green Valley Educational Institute announced that an ambulance with all necessary medical facilities shall be donated to DINA School for Special Education and Rehabilitation, Shiruru, free of cost. However the daily maintenance costs have to be borne by the patients. He also announced that drinking water facility has been established by DINA school and all people of Shiruru are welcome to get a free connection.

It was Joy Fernandes, who organized few games for children and competitions for spot prized throughout the program. Many prizes were won by the lucky few, but Samad Mandu was the luckiest person. He won the grand prize of 32”LED TV by the raffle draw.

After the raffle draw, President of Shiruru Association, Syed Ibrahim said Shiruru is still lagging behind in development. “We all must provide whatever possible from our side, instead of completely relying on government”, he said.

He said that one of the main objectives of the Association was to congregate the people of Shiruru in Dubai. It takes regular supply of water, light and fertilizer for the seed to grow into a tree. Similarly, it needs your cooperation, support and mainly participation for the Association’s growth, he said.

He said that serving the hometown is the prime inspiration to start the Association.

Objectives of the Association are as follows;

1) Creating unity among the people from Shiruru in UAE

2) Providing necessary information and possible help to deserving youth from Shiruru in getting better jobs in UAE.

3) Providing assistance and counsel to the people of Shiruru so that they can solve their problems themselves for a better life

4) Providing necessary financial help to those deserving people from Shiruru during emergencies like loss of job, death etc.

5) Creating an atmosphere of one family among all people from shiruru during an annual congregation, thus promoting brotherhood, unity and secularism.

Shiruru development plans:

1) Planning to provide a much needed Ambulance vehicle for Town's Hospital.

2) Providing financial assistance to those eligible students who could not otherwise continue their higher education.

3) Planning to build a new hospital with all modern facilities and amenities.

4) Creating harmony, peace and brotherhood among the all groups of society of Shiruru.

5) Keeping in constant touch with the responsible officers and representatives of government to maintain uninterrupted regular daily services like drinking water, street lights, cleanliness, good roads, bus services, electricity etc.

6) Extending helping hand to the educational institutions in Shiruru to improve educational system in whatsoever manner possible.

7) Planning, discussing and executing the plans for Shiruru development which are vital but had no attention yet.

8) Initiating a feasible system to promote hygiene and cleanliness in the town

9) Felicitating one person from Shiruru on their most deserving bestow during annual congregation.

10) To start a separate wing for women so they can also participate and serve in Shiruru's development.

11) To appoint a deserving candidate to pay utility bills, arranging repairs etc for deserving homes in Shiruru.

12) Encourage students for better education with suitable prizes for high scorers in the annual exams.

13) Supporting at least two students from primary and high schools with highest scores with scholarships for higher education.

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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. 

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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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May 22,2020

Mangaluru, May 22: An elderly cardiac patient from Dakshina Kannada, who was stranded in Saudi Arabia due to covid-19 lock-down, has finally reached his homeland thanks to the timely intervention by Humanity Forum Jubail and Indian Social Forum.

The elderly man hailing from Kadaba area of Dakshina Kannada was admitted to a hospital in Madinah. However, his condition continued to worsen due to lack of proper treatment. The efforts by his family members to bring him back home had not yielded results.

Meanwhile, one of the relatives of the patient, Ansari Suratkal, who happens to be a DKSC activist, brought the issue to the notice of the Karnataka unit of the Indian Social Forum in Dammam. ISF contacted Humanity Forum president Zakariya Jokatte, who helped the patient to speak directly union minister D V Sadananda Gowda in a video conference organised by coastaldigest.com.

Humanity Forum also persuaded the Indian Embassy to allow the stranded cardiac patient to fly back to India through Dammam-Bengaluru repatriation flight on May 20. 

However, it was not easy for the patient to travel from Madinah to Dammam International Airport due to lock-down and curfew. ISF not only obtained travel permission for him but also arranged vehicle. Jeddah and Riyadh units of ISF helped in obtaining permission letter in their respective places in spite of travel ban imposed by the police. Madinah unit of ISF arranged vehicle for transportation. Zakariya Jokatte bore the air ticket and other expenses of the patient.

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