UAE’s budding dancing star Vikyath Poojary selected for 'Jhalak Dikhlaja' contest

July 10, 2012

Dubai, July 10: Born in Mangalore in Karnataka state of India, Vikyath Vijay Poojary moved to Mumbai early in life, and joined St. Anthony’s High School, Vakola. After passing High school in Mumbai in 2009 with a high first class, another migration happened, this time to Dubai, Gulf Indian High School. Senior Secondary Examination was under CBSE board in 2012 scoring 81%. Vikyath is now enrolled at Manipal University Dubai for Mass Media and Communications studies, eagerly waiting for classes to start from September 1, 2012.

Vikyath’s father Vijay S Poojary a professional Executive Souse Chef working in world’s largest flight Kitchen (Emirates Flight Catering Dubai) which produces over 120,000 meals daily is flattered by his sons performances recently. He has been in this profession for over 25 years. His mother, previously a successful pastry chef now dedicates all her time to the family and home. The parents are very supportive and it is because of their motivation and support, Vikyath got ready to perform in Jhalak Dikhla Ja – UAE-2012’ and try his best to win the title.

Vikyath currently dances with a Dubai Dance group ‘Show Stoppers’ led by Sarah Pinto and Sajith Babu. He has Performed with many celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Mohit Chauhan, Jal (Pakistani band), Usha Uthup, Shakti Mohan (Dance India Dance winner), Shreya Goshal, Javed Ali, Roma and Bhavna (Malayalam actress) all over UAE as a part of the group.

Also part of a Hip Hop Dance Crew ‘Mysidia Crew’ which specializes in Bboying (Break Dancing). This is a crew filled with members having unique abilities unique moves, Flips and Style.

Achievements

· Participated In ‘Boogie Woogie Internationals – U.A.E’ held in Sheikh Rashid Auditorium- Dubai, Year 2010 and won the competition which was judged by well known Bollywoood Dance Guru ‘Saroj Khan’.

· Recently participated In Duet Dance Competition ‘Jhalak Dikhla Ja - UAE Extravaganza ,2012’. Auditions were held at Hyatt Regency Deira Dubai on 8^th June 2012.Serveral Contestants showed up in Pairs out which only 12 pairs Were Selected For the Finals which was held in Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, Dubai on 16^th June 2012.

Vikyath Poojary and his partner Hitesh Rajani were one among them. They put up a patriotic act giving a message that ‘Borders divide but we all are human beings’. They performed on the mix of two songs Maula Mere Le Le Meri Jaan – ‘Chak De India’ And Bandhey – ‘Black Friday’. Judge Rajeev Khinchi said he was speechless and that it was some flawless dancing. While Meghna Naidu said she was in love with their dancing and with both of them. The Judges even liked the fact that such a wonderful message came through dancing. Results were announced and Vikyath and Hitesh won the 1^st Place and now they have an opportunity to go to Mumbai and perform with Madhuri Dixit at the show in July this year.

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Al Khobar: Indian Social Forum distributes food kits for expat labors

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April 7,2020

Dammam: Indian Social Forum, Dammam, Karnataka chapter distributed Food Kits for Indian expatriates labors who were in trouble due to Corona lockdown on April 6, 2020 at a labor camp here in Al Khobar.

The labors, most of them are from the staes of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh And Uttar Pradesh, were in trouble without food.

Recieving the information leaders of Indian Social Forum immediately visited the camp to take survey.

Indian Social Forum with the help of donors distributed food kits. Indian Social Forum, Dammam, Karnataka Chapter president Mr.Mohammed Shareef Jokatte expressed gratitude for donors for their contribution.

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Really appreciated. Working for this cause during this critical situation is really great job.

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Jals-e-Uchila get-together held in Dammam

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March 15,2020

Markaz Al Madeena Association, Eastern province, conducted JALS-E-UCHILA get together program at Dammam, Saudi Arabia on March 5,2020 on account of celebrating 28 years of social service dedicated by the organization.

The event chairman Noushad Uchil inaugurated the function. The organization president presided the program and delivered talk about the intention of the organization. Hashim Uchil has intorduced the social and academic contribution of the organization of past 28 years. Jamal Uchil welcomed the gathering and Ismail G.I. host the program.

Games, Quiz and prize distribution to the winners and senior social workers was the special attraction of the event. The planning committee of the event includes Iqbal, Farooq, Shahul Hameed, Ramza, Nabeel, Afthar, Ashraf and Shafi.

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Masha Allah.

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Anivasai Kannadigara Okkuta holds blood donation camps in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah

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May 2,2020

Dubai: In response to UAE health authorities encourage blood donation campaign Anivasai Kannadigara Okkuta - U.A.E, conducted blood donation camps on April 22 at Abu Dhabi Blood Bank Khaldiya and on 23/04/2020 at Blood Transfusion and Research Centre, Sharjah.

The Abu Dhabi camp was inaugurated by Head of Department of Abu Dhabi Blood Bank, On this occasion she gave brief inputs of the benefits and features of blood donation, urged the participants to spread greater awareness about the importance of blood donation and congratulated the AKO members for their selfless social service and wished all the best for their future endeavours.

Abdul Rasheed, President of AKO presided over the function and Anivasai Kannadigara Okkuta Vice President Mr. Mohammad Nasir appreciated the effort for organizing this camp and gathering youths to be a part of this noble cause as life is precious on this earth. "Each drop of blood counts much, so kindly take it as personal compassion to help unknown who requires blood with no relatives to help him/her.

In Abu Dhabi 41 and in Sharjah 49 donors participated in this event and donated their blood. It was nice to see cheerful smiling donors doing a great community work.
Blood bank staff and AKO Organizing team enthusiastically arranged the campaign which was witnessed by many members and leaders of various community organization of Karnataka.

Anivasai Kannadigara Okkuta President briefed the participates about the ongoing social work of AKO in this current COVID-19 pandemic grim situation AKO is working on following fields: AKO Members have stepped up to support needy community during the Covid-19 pandemic have gone out of their way to comfort those struggling to deal with the challenging situation.

While thousands of people continue to #StayHome, many are in quarantine, there are those on visit visa and stuck here, others have lost jobs or face salary cuts. AKO in coordination with UAE Embassy and other social organization have been able to ensure basic necessities are fulfilled with food provisions and medical assistance to needy.

Providing counselling to bachelors and families those are on quarantine and isolation.

The organizers thanked everybody especially, UAE Health Authority, Abu Dhabi Blood Bank Khaldiya and Blood Transfusion and Research Centre, Sharjah, Management and staff as well as donors for their time and support for the good cause.

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