Khidmah Foundation holds mega family get-together in Saudi Arabia

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June 11, 2014

Riyadh, Jun 11: Khidmah Foundation, a charity organization of NRIs in Saudi Arabia, organized a massive family get-together on June 5, at Al-Rushd Istarah Ext 8 -Dammam Road, wherein hundreds of people from different parts of India and the sub-continent took part.

Dr. Parvez Kaisar from Ministry of Health, Shaikh Inamullah, an Islamic scholar, Haroon Rashid, former Principal, Bhatkal Anjuman College, were among the guests. Ansar Shaikh, Ibrahim Bedre, Mohammed Jaffer Kolkar were also on the stage.

Immediately after the ‘Isha’ prayers, families started thronging to the istarah / hall. The event was launched by Fazlu Rahman Kolkar and Abdul Fatha MH recited the verses of holy Quran.

There was something for everyone at the venue. Children aged between 3 to 8 years were enthusiastic and walked gently with their prizes just after reciting few verses from the holy Quran. A variety of programmes were conducted including Qirath competition, general knowledge quiz, athletics and group games for boys and girls. Adventurous games for men like tug-of-war, volleyball, cricket etc were organized. A large number of participation was witnessed for all the games, which were volunteered and supervised by professional players.

While children and men were enjoying the games set for them, women were enjoying the break from their usual schedule. They were so engrossed in their games and activities that at one point they were reluctant to even have a break from the games.

Mohammed Yaseen Shiroor and Mohammed Sayeed Mali briefed on the future planning, vision and goals of Khidmah Foundation.

Abdussalam Moulana, Abu Mohammed Moulana, Ansar Shaikh, Kolkar Jaffer, Fazlu Rahman Kolkar, Ibrahim Bedre, Zakariyah Khalifa, Haneef Basroor, Aslam Koya, Sulaiman Kodi, Jeelan Khalifa, Abdul Gafoor Nagoor, Abu Mohammed Kundapur, put in a lot of effort to make this event successful. Mohammed Imtiyaz Hemmadi was relentlessly announcing the KF activities and the sponsors’ names. Imtiyaz Shiakh Kundapur, Najeeb MH, Abdul Gafoor Basroor, Jelaani Khalifa, was responsible for the reception.

Abu Mohammed Moulana , Haneef Kundapur, Abdul Salaam, Liyaqath Basroor, were in charge of the food section. Irfan Nagoor and Faik Shiroor were in charge of tea stall. Althaf Basroor, Aslam Raja were responsible for gate. Toufeeque shaikh, Jaffer Shiakh, Riyaz Masni, Imtiyaz Hemmadi, Ashraf Koteshwar, Shahid Kolkar, Nasrullah Shaikh, Abdul Rawoof Nagoor, Kauseef conducted many sports event for men and children.

There were prizes for Islamic and general quiz ladies side, sports events and also there was a raffle draw for major prizes.

The event was held under the guidance of the Fazlu Rahman kolkar and supervision by brother Abdussalam moulana.

Khidmah Foundation is a non-profit and charitable organization formed with an aim to meet all social needs of weaker section in the community and to create an avenue for charity, aimed at achieving various programmes, which spotlight mainly on the community services and developments, women empowerment and children development, socio-educational and health care programmes in the socially and economically backward areas of the Kundapur Taluk, stated a press release issued by the organizers.

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August 6,2020

Dubai, Aug 6: Non-resident Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist Dewakara Alva passed away on Thursday August 6. He was 63.

Alva, who hailed from Mangaluru, was the director of Federal Insurance Brokers LLC, Dubai and was residing in Dubai for around four decades. He was reportedly suffering from health problems for last few months. 

He was a patron of Tulu and Kannada language and culture in United Arab Emirates. He was a member of various NRI organizations including UAE Tulu Koota and UAE Bunts

Alva is survived by wife Saritha, daughter Powshali, and son Manal.

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Media Release
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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Media Release
May 14,2020

Dubai: A non-profitable social organization, KSCC is delivering a great service to the community during this pandemic situation.

Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club is a civil organization registered under Community Development Authority (CDA) involved in implementing various UAE government initiatives, blood donation drives, health campaigns, sport events, charity works, awareness programs and much more.

KSCC is currently actively liaising with Dubai government authorities in discharging the needs and requirements of the people in these challenging covid-19 pandemic times. It is also involved the activities such as logistics, coordinating stores, mobilizing isolation centers, equipping quarantine facilities and volunteering services.

During these testing times, KSCC is also facilitating the Guidance to the general public, follow-up up to 122 covid positive cases, counselling the affected, assisting the references and providing the ever-necessary emotional support by setting up a team of 24 reserved persons for call center helplines.

As per the request from DHA (Dubai Health Authority) KSCC has successfully organized the blood donation drive and donated upto 141 units of blood with the help of KSCC members & supporters.

Apart from above, KSCC is also engaged in serving needy by distributing the food provisional kit (Yestahloon) from the very 1st day of lockdown till day by their special task force team under guidelines of CDA, and also taking into consideration the month of Ramadan, team is successfully distributing Iftar food & provision kit with the help of donors.

In the 1st Phase, KSCC covered 2421 beneficiaries by providing 440 provisional food kits, 435 food pack and 529 Iftar kits.

As per the CDA guidelines, club is also engaged in following up the health condition of senior citizens living in UAE.

KSCC special team is also engaged in clearing documentation and formalities related to dead body repatriation until its final procedures and handing over to relatives with help of UAE governments authorities. Total 5 dead bodies are repatriated in their 1st phase of service.

KSCC is also having a center controlled special task team to assist all above activities during the covid-19 pandemic to continue the services to general public.

KSCC thanks all Government authorities, Members in different task team, supporters and Sponsors company MAERSK, MALABAR GOLD & DIAMOND and TAMIL ENTREPRENEUR for their support and also request extend their support to consolidate the above demanding service and deliver our best possible assistance not only because it is the month of Ramadan, but also our responsibility to reach out to the poor and needy, during this fight against Covid-19.

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