Buraidah: Indian Social Forum Karnataka conducts public meet

Buraidah: Indian Social Forum Buraidah Karnataka block organized Public Gathering at the Lies Istirah in Buradah on 11 April 2019 on the topic 'current political scenario of India.'

Indian Social Forum Buraidah Block president Muhammad Saeed chaired the program, the program began with the Qirath by Mr. SulaimanThadur.

Speaking on the occasion, India Fraternity Forum Riyadh, Karnataka Chapter President Mr. Ismail Yusuf said, "Indian Muslims should become politically strong and empowered, Muslims, Dalithsand other backward communities are being ignored by so called secular parties.

Speaking about Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha, he said even though number of muslims voters are majority in this constituency, they have not provided ticket to Muslim candidate but are only using misusing Muslims and other minorities as their political tools. Further he said it as right time to speak about need of alternative politics to speak on the behalf of the oppressed community.

He described about SDPI candidate in Mangalore Lok Sabha constituency, Ilyas Mohammad who is a leader as well as thinker and writer, he has travelled across India to understand the problems of Poor’s, farmers, minorities, Dalits and other backward sections of the society, he urged gathering to encourage and vote for SDPI in upcoming elections.

Speaking on this occasion Abdul Rauf, Indian Social Forum Riyadh Karnataka State Committee member, said that it is necessary to eliminate evil by fighting against them and establish truth and peace in the society. Since the Muslim community has assumed that politics is not meant for them, we must work with our youth to create political consciousness among the Muslims and explain them the need of politics, he said it becomes our responsibility to elect and send Janab Ilyas Mohammad from Mangalore to Delhi to speak on behalf of the oppressed and marginalized.

Saeed, President Indian Social Forum Buraidah, presided over the program. He explained about the activities of Indian Social Forum and how it is working hard for the NRI’s since last few years throughout Saudi Arabia and briefly explained the emphasis of organization.

Abdul Rasheed Uchilila, IFF Buraidah-President, Abdul Razzak, President of Adoor Gulf Committee, Abbas Ali Kukkuvalli were present on the dias.

A variety of sports activities were held. In cricket Nazim Buraida were the winners and Unaiza Guys were the runners-up. In tug of war Unaizah Guys were the winners Team najam were the runners-up.

ISF Buridah General Secretary Ayyub Uppinangady welcomed the gathering, MoinuddeenKaanjar presented vote of thanks and RafeeqBelthangady was master of the program.

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IPWF hosts online Quran recitation competition for Indian students

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May 20,2020

Jeddah: Indian Pilgrims Welfare Forum (IPWF) under the patronage of consulate General of India Jeddah related to welfare activities connected to Indian hajj pilgrims in particular and welfare functions of Indian community at large, organized Quran recitation competition for Indian students of age 10 to 14 residing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Grand Finale was conducted Live online via Zoom virtual conference on Friday 15th May 2020 at 14:45 Hrs.

The Consul General Of India, Jeddah and Vice Patron IPWF, H.E.Mr. Md. Noor Rahman Shiekh graced the Grand Finale as honorable Chief Guest. The HOC, Consul Hajj and Director IPWF - Mr. Y Sabir attended as Guest of Honor, while the ever-exuberant President of the forum Mr. Ayyub Hakeem lead the event. A large number of Indian dignitaries and media personnel also joined this live event.

Judges panel included three experienced youths. First judge was the Prominent Hafiz and one of the best Qaris of his calibre, Hafiz Ismail Yahya Bilal, well educated in Qirat from Umm Al Qura University Makkah and currently persuing Masters. He also holds many honors and accolades from various international competitions and appreciations from Imaams of Haramain. The other judge, Hafiz Abdullah A.Mateen Usmani, first position winner, a record for being youngest Indian to win Jeddah Quran competition 2018 under patronage of Jeddah Governor. Hafiz Farhan Abdur Rab, was the third judge, an Engineer by profession, as well as current Treasurer at IPWF.

Winners; Humeirah Masood Kazi and Furqan Mohammed Vasi Ahmed won Gold position. Maryam Jaffar and Adil Abdul Rasheed ranked Silver while Khatija Ehtesham Ali and Nadeem Noorisha ranked Bronze. Consolation prizes were given to Aamina Mustafa and Mohammed Ahsan Ali. The event was organized to encourage and boost the ambitions of young generation and inspring them to bring out their best in Quran Recitation

While speaking at the event Chief Guest H.E.Mr. Md.Noor Rahman Sheikh appreciated the social works of IPWF for Indian Community, praised the brilliant performance of students, He said it gives us great pleasure seeing that all participants, Judges and Jury members are Indians, he said the recitation of the children was fantabulous, and congratulated to the winners and participants. Chief Guest further said President Ayyub Hakeem and his IPWF Team deserves to be appreciated for their relentless efforts for this Noble cause, even in this period when the world is observing lockdown.

HOC, Consul Hajj Mr. Y Sabir appreciated IPWF team for organizing this virtual competition, he said it’s really amazing that 111 students registered to participate for the contest, he appreciated the hard work of children and efforts of parents for preparing their children.

Mr. Hakeem welcomed all and informed that this competition received overwhelming response from Indian community locally and internationally in short time since its launch was just couple of days earlier. Which compliments events Objective to encourage children “mainly Indians residing in Saudi Arabia” especially during the month of Quran “Ramadan” and lockdown period #COVID-19.

40 contestants made it to the Semifinals, and 15 Students reached the Grand Finale, 2 young children were given consolation for their enthusiastic recitation.

The President also appreciated his IPWF Team for unwavering support in preparation of this event. He thanked the Chief Guest, HE Mr. Md. Noor Rahman Sheikh and Guest of Honor Mr. Y Sabir for gracing this glorious competition. He Thanked the audience and announced that all contestants will be awarded appreciation “digital certificate’

Syed Nasir Khursheed anchored the program, and entertained with beautiful Urdu couplets. Farhan Abdur Rab and Abdul Rahman Poyakkara conducted the contest flawlessly on time. Farhan, concluded the event with Vote of Thanks and soleful dua.

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