Kuwait: Interfaith meetings mark the end of ‘Quran for All’ campaign

November 24, 2016

Kuwait: Indian Muslim Association (IMA) conducted a ’Quran for All’ campaign between November 4 and 18 this year in coordination with Ministry of Awkaf and Islamic affairs and Masjid Al Kabir, Kuwait.

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Several activities were held during the campaign such as inaugural session at the Grand mosque of Kuwait, daily short video series by various speakers, Friday sermons, distribution of Quran and related literature in various parts of Kuwait, essay competition for school children and an online quiz open to all and two concluding interfaith get-togethers in Indian Community School, Salmiya and Unity Center Fahaheel.

Mohammad Iqbal Mullah, a visiting scholar from India attended two concluding sessions and spoke on ‘Contribution of Quran to Humanity and its Impact’ and ‘Quran’s Contribution to Global Oeace.’ He highlighted the contribution of Quran towards scientific inventions, promotion of education and establishment of human values, which is tremendous contribution to global peace. He urged all to read, understand and reform themselves based on the teachings of Quran.

Second Secretary of Indian Embassy Dr. Sushil Kumar participated on behalf of Indian Ambassador to Kuwait H.E Sunil Jain in the concluding program at Indian Community School Salmiya and said that arranging such interfaith gathering is very helpful in promoting inter cultural harmony.

Various other prominent personalities from different organizations in Kuwait participated in the event such as VenkatKudri from Telugu Kala Samiti, Rama Krishna chary from American Society for Safety Engineers, JayaKumar from Tamil Nadu Engineer’s forum, Domingos C Aujo from Goan welfare Society, Mahadevan from Arpan, and R RSethi from Satkar . All expressed support for any activities for promoting interfaith understanding. Nisar Ahmad and Sharafuddin Soofi presented power point presentation of ‘Signs of God in Nature ‘and ‘Is Quran God’s word?’ respectively.

Khalid Al Sabea, head of the communities division of IPC and Eng. Dahmi Al Mutlaq from Kuwait University also graced the occasions with their presence.

Winners of the Essay completions were honored with valuable prizes during the function by president of IMA Masood Shihab. Prize winners were: First Prize-AlbinBinoy (India International School, Mangaf) , Second Prize-Leena Sujith (India International School, Mangaf) and Third Prize-Jabeen Sultan Ali (Indian English Academy School, Salmiya).

IMA ladies wing also participated actively in various activities of the campaign. Also they conducted a separated event exclusively for women at Indian Model School Salmiya.

Mansoor Abbas was event manager for the entire Campaign. Several hundred copies of Quran and several thousand copies of relevant literature related to Quran were distributed throughout Kuwait in order to promote the true peaceful message of Quran.

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Living with cornavirus: Indian Social Forum, Dammam holds webinar

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May 30,2020

Dammam: Indian Social Forum, Dammam, Karnataka chapter organized a "Live along with COVID-19" webinar on 29 May 2020 in association with HealthCare Polyclinic, Dammam.

The webinar at Zoom App. featured over 150+ resident Kannadigas from Saudi Arabia's eastern and neighboring provinces.

Dr. Shailendranath made a presentation on the program and gave useful information. Indian Social Forum Dammam, Karnataka Chapter President Sharif Joktake delivered the keynote address. General Secretary Irshad Jokatte stalled the program.

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Bahrain: Kannadiga delegates meet Indian Embassy Second Secretary

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May 12,2020

Manama: Kannada Sangha Bahrain President Mr. Pradeep Shetty and Vice President of Bahrain's prestigious KHK HEROES Foundation Mohammed Mansoor on Monday, May 11, met The Second Secretary (Consular & CW) of the Embassy of India, Bahrain Mr. P. K. Chowdhury in the Indian Embassy.

The situation, problems and relief of Indians and Kannadigas residing in Bahrain during the COVID 19 Pandemic was discussed in detail. The distribution of food (dry ration) kits, as well as those seeking repatriation, was also discussed in the meeting.

When asked about the repatriation of distressed Kannadigas, the Second Secretary said that though the number of Kannadigas who wish to return home is not much compared to the rest of the states, still Embassy is compiling all the information and will do the needful soon.

Mr. Shetty and Mr. Mansoor told the Second Secretary that those who are in problem can contact them and they are ready to do their best.

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Karnataka NRI Forum Jeddah repatriates 177 stranded Kannadigas from Saudi Arabia

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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.