Anti-dowry awareness fortnight gets underway in Dubai

[email protected] (Shodhan Prasad)
May 30, 2012

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Dubai, May 30: With a determination to make Muslims of coastal Karnataka, a dowry-free community, an anti-dowry campaign is being organised by the UAE unit of Karavali Welfare Association (KWA) under the theme “Say No to Dowry; Save Community”.

The 15-day long campaign got underway at Indian Islamic Centre Auditorium on Deira Mutheena Road, Dubai recently.


Inaugurating the programme Moideen Kutty Kakkinje Dibba said that giving and accepting the dowry, both are anti-Islamic acts.

Launching the campaign symbolically by releasing the invitation cards of the campaign, Abdurrasheed Zaini Al-Kaamili said that the evils of dowry cannot be eradicated through mere speeches and write-ups.

“Our marriage system should be transformed from extravagance weddings to simple. We should prohibit luxurious weddings”, he said.

Chief guest Sayyid Asgar Ali Thangal Kolpe said, “We should create awareness against dowry among community members.

Zainul Abideen Wafi also spoke on the occasion. C H Hameed Kapu, Abdul Khader Haji Baithadka, anti-dowry activist Zaheer Shah Puttur were present.

The programme was started with the recitation of verses from holy Qur’an by Jafar Savanoor. General Secretary of KWA Muhammad Unais welcomed the gathering. Shaikuna Mahmoodul Faizi Olemundovu offered Du’a and presided over the programme. President of the Association Niyaz Miyandad proposed vote of thanks while Rifayee Goonadka compered the programme.

The valedictory of the campaign will be held at Mutheena Indian Islamic Centre Auditorium in Dubai on June 8. On the occasion, several social and religious leaders will deliver talk on the topic, 'Oppose dowry - save community'.

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In a meeting held later in the evening dignitaries including Abdussalam Puthige of Varthabharathi Kannada Daily, Kasim Ahmed of Hidaya Foundation, Moideen Kutty Kakkinje, Asgarali Thangal Kolpe advised the members of KWA on how to eradicate this menace.

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Media Release
February 4,2020

On the occasion of 71st Republic Day of India, Qatar Indian Social Forum (QISF), Karnataka State organized a blood donation camp in Doha Qatar, in association with Hamad Medical Corporation on 31st January 2020, Friday.

At first, QISF Karnataka State Vice President, Ziaul Huq welcomed the guests, dignitaries and blood donors.

The Blood Donation Camp was inaugurated by ICC President Mr. Manikantan A P who was the Chief guest. In his inaugural speech, he emphasized that, Service to humanity is service to God. By donating the blood, not only we save the lives, but we get blessings also. He also said that punctuality is the key factor in these type of events and should be incorporated by all of us.

QISF Central Committee President, Sayeed Komachi highlighted the necessity and importance of donating the blood and assured QISF a socio cultural organization will always be ready for this noble cause.

Dr. Vishwantha Kini, a well known Radiologist in HMC motivated the donors.

The camp was started at    7.00 A M and ended at 5.30 PM in which 146 people donated the blood out of 185 people registered.

SKMWA President Abdul Majeed and Dr. Haroon from Asian Medical Centre, who were also the Guests in the programme praised the initiative and efforts of QISF. 

QISF Central Committee Vice President Salam Kunnamal, General Secretary Basheer Ahmed, Northern States President Fasiuddin, QISF State and Branch Committee members Lathif Madikeri, Zakariya Pandeshwar, Saleem Bangadi, Mujeebulla Khan, Nayeem Belapu, Ibrahim UB, Toufeeq, Anwar Angargundy, Rizwan Kalladka, Asif Bannur, Imtiyaz Karnad, Jaleel Kalladka, Haneef Montepadav, Rafiq Uppinangady and other members were present during the programme.

The program was presided and concluded by QISF Karnataka State President Nazeer Pasha.

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Fasi
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Thursday, 6 Feb 2020

Great job, this will save many lives. Hats off to QISF for this wonderful event on the occasion of Rebulic Day celebration. 

Zameer
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Wednesday, 5 Feb 2020

Well done qisf...again u did a great work by collecting blood to serve humanity...qosf is a second word for humanity!!

Hassan
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Wednesday, 5 Feb 2020

 

Masha Allah. Good Job done by QISF

 

 

 

 

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Media Release
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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May 20,2020

Dubai, May 20: Dubai-based Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club’s humanitarian services in charge Naseer Karaje team have appreciated the efforts of Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner, Mangaluru Airport director, NGOs of Mangaluru, and MLA for extending a royal welcome to second batch of repatriates from Dubai that landed at Mangaluru Airport on May 18.

There was so much of confusions when 1st batch of repatriation flight landed in Mangaluru airport on 12th May due to lack of proper arrangements and co ordination.

This time due to proper arrangements and special supervision by the DC everything was driven smoothly. It has given a confidence to all the Manglurean expats of Dubai in returning to their native places, the KSCC said.

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