Dammam: Hundreds participate in JMWA’s Gammat

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October 1, 2012

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Dammam, October 1: “Our noble mission is to bring about an educational revolution among the entire Muslim Community of Jokatte. Our Jokatte has already produced more than half a hundred engineers. There is growing number of Medical graduates emerging in. Even our sisters and daughters also have geared up and advancing towards academic accomplishments. It gives me profound pleasure to see this development amongst the inhabitants of our beloved Jokatte”. Zakaria Muzain was emotionally addressing the audience, welcoming the Gammatt get-together organised Jokatte Muslim Welfare Association (JMWA), Dammam.

September 20, 2012 was a day of celebration with thousands of expatriates flourishing vigorously at Isthira Al-Hala, 91, Dammam on the occasion of “Gammatt”, an event organised by JMWA as their first family gathering in a sensational style. Competitions such as Qirath, Quiz, memory test were the highlights of the event where Audio Visual Show also has attracted the audience. The splendid cultural show too had invited audience to focus their attention, during the event.

“The present day mainly pursues qualitative scenario and on that fact the Muslim community needs to be more educated in order to improve its present status and gesture", said Mr. B.S. Hussian Jokatte, an Ex. Government Gazetted Officer who headed all the way from India for a visit to Saudi Arabia and participated in ‘Gammatt’ family get-together.

From his part Mr. B.S. Hussain also divulged the history and memories of past Jokatte. He was also among the Two, who were exclusively, facilitated by JAMWA for their tremendous service to the community. The latter was Mr. Zakaria Muzain.

Mr. Mohammed Ismail Ahmed (Basheer) has addressed the gathering with the inaugural speech. He emphasized the need of developing the attitude of selflessness, inviting the people to adhere to the teaching of Quran and Sunnath keeping the life of Sahaba as a followable pattern.

The Main Guests present were, Mr. Mohammed Mansur, President, Jamiyathul Falah Dammam, Mr. Hathim Kulur, President, DKSC, Eastern Province, Mr. Abdussamad, Representative IFF Dammam, all of whom have applauded the efforts of the organization. Mr. Ahmed, Hit Pest control, Sheik Expertise, Ismail NGC & Mr. Mohammed Haneef AKF President, JMWA, Riyadh were also on the dais. Mr. Mohammed Sharafullah, President, JMWA Dammam, has briefed the objectives of the organization in his words as “to promote a noble cause titled “BE A PART OF RURAL EDUCATION” mainly targeting to provide educational assistance to the needy talents of the community who are held back due to the extreme pangs of poverty”. Mr. Abdul Hakeem TPH has recited the Quran in the beginning and Mr. Sharaf himself said the vote of thanks. A memento of appreciation has been given to Mr. Sharief Karkala for his outstanding efforts in the field of community service.

Al-Hala Compound Hall was jam packed by 10 pm and over 1500 people have gathered and enjoyed the event. Sports & games for youngsters and indoor games were held for children. Volleyball for Youngsters as people were seen enthusiastically participating with the spirit of fun. Ladies had indoor activities in a separate enclosure. Delicious dinner was served along with snacks and tea in the night.

Qira’ath competition, Spot quiz-included of Islamic & other general knowledge for men were also held.

The Audio visual show at which the spectators were thrilled to see the history and the educational advancement of Jokatte.

Cultural programmes were held in which Islamic melodious songs and “duff” the traditional Islamic event by children steeled the concentration of audience. Finally there was a Raffle Draw for a lucky winner and the Fabulous Prize was a Laptop Note Book. Mr. Arif A.M and Sherief Arikere compered the programme in gents section and Sakeena N.M compered in ladies section.

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Media Release
March 2,2020

Kuwait: State of Karnataka is enriched with Daasa culture, which had contributed immensely to its literature, culture, art & philosophy. Daasa tradition in Karnataka was part of the Bhakti movement which flourished from around 15th century and it extended considerable spiritual influence over the masses. Kuwait Kannada Koota, a socio-cultural association for the people of Karnataka in Kuwait, organized its annual Daasotsava on 14th February 2020 in remembrance of these saints, thereby displaying the rich cultural heritage of the state. 

The program started with a warm welcome address by Mrs. Spoorthy Kamath, convener of cultural committee. Divine invocation prayer by Mrs. Vasantha Ashok and Mrs. Sandhya Arun set the trend for the event. This was followed by lighting of the traditional lamp by the 2020 executive committee, comprising of President Mr. Rajesh Vittal, Vice President Mr. Sandeep Chabba, General Secretary Mr. Praveen Kumar Shetty and Treasurer Mr. Pradeep Rao. President, while welcoming the gathering, spoke about the importance of Daasas in Kannada literature & history and briefed about the series of upcoming programs. Cultural programs started with fancy dress competition by Koota children comprising of all age group starting from infants to elder kids. This program stole the show as the efforts & time invested by children and their parents were clearly visible. 

2019 executive committee was felicitated by the current committee for wonderfully managing Koota affairs & programs. This was followed by the release of Koota magazine “Marala Mallige", comprising of informative articles, drawings, poems etc., entirely contributed by the association members. Event’s main attraction “Vrindavana Leelavarana", a colorful dance drama spectacularly portrayed by 54 Koota children, was very well appreciated & received by the attendees. Association children who successfully completed 10th and 12th were felicitated as a token of encouragement. Executive committee gave away prizes to Kids who excelled in the stage competitions held earlier. Audience was treated to a divine and melodious Bhajan program conducted astutely by the ladies & men. Koota women performed Bhajan Kolata, along with ladies bhajan, in a well-coordinated manner. Vote of thanks was proposed by the secretary of Koota, thanking those who contributed for the success of the event. Another attraction was a quiz competition “Rasa Prashne", conducted efficiently between the programs, by Mr. Mahesh Shiramgond. 

The whole event was planned and executed astutely by the cultural committee under the leadership of Convener, Mrs. Spoorthy Kamath. Public Relations Committee, led by Mrs. Suparna Dambal, welcomed the members in a vibrant & colorful way, showcasing a beautifully erected divine mantap. The event was sponsored by Unimoni, LIC HFL, VSPL, Geetherb, Kotak Life Insurance, Joy Alukkas, Lulu Hypermarket & Total Environment. The program ended with a sumptuous satvik lunch, sponsored by the senior Koota member, Mr. Ramachandran Seetharaman.

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News Network
April 19,2020

Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) Chaiman Dr Sam Pitroda held video conference with senior IOC office bearers across Middle Eastern countries on 14th April 2020 to review the impact of COVID-19 pandemic among Indians residing in the region. Almost all speakers appreciated the efforts initiated and  implemented by  respective governments to contain spread of the deadly virus as well as measures taken towards welfare of the people affected by the lockdown. 

IOC Presidents, Mohammed Mansour - Bahrain, Abdullah Manjeri - Saudi Arabia, Dr J Ratan kunar - Oman and Girish kumar - Qatar, highlighted the quality treatment of patients and finacial aid provided by governments and other authorities. Bahrain IOC president Mansour , also  apprised about the 'Food for Needy' drive in Association with KHK Heroes foundation, initiated by HH Sheikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa and quality treatments as well as financial aid to local and expat residents.

Anura Mathai, IOC  Global Event Coordinator, spoke about certain problems of Indians in the UAE. IOC Middle East Convener, Mansoor Palloor, emphasised and requested IOC Chairman to urge Indian government to arrange immediate repatriation of indians stranded in Gulf countries. AICC Secretary, Himanshu Vyas, IOC Secretary Dr Arathi Krishna, Dr Arshi Malik (Abha), Mohiuddin Sirajudeen (Jeddah), Advocate Joseph Palathara (Dammam) Prasad Kodru, Jayati Maitra Ziyad Ahmed (Qatar) and Khursheed Alam (Gen Secretary- Bahrain) also apprised the participants about various issues relevant to the pandemic and suggested further initiatives to be undertaken. 

Dr Sam Pitroda briefed about sustained and consolidated efforts by all IOC members  during this unprecedented situation facing the world and assured that he would convey IOC  concerns to the government and try his best to ensure all possible help is made available to all needy Indians.

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Shodhan Prasad
August 7,2020

Dubai, Aug 7: ‘Nama Tuluve’ Purushotham Salian, a staunch stalwart who always supported humanity and a strong pillar for Tuluvas in Dubai, passed away August, 4 at Al Tawam Hospital Al Ain. He was suffering from cancer and was admitted to Al Tawam Hospital Al Ain some time ago. He was on the last stage of illness which was not detected earlier.

His funeral last rites were conducted on Thursday August 7 at Jebel Ali cemetery in Hindu rites with a few of his family members present. Due to Covid pandemic, neither his body was able to be flown back to hometown nor could his two children come down to attend the funeral. However, it was said that his wish was to be cremated here in Dubai which unknowingly sometime back he whispered to one of his friends.

Purushotham had few years ago, survived a heart attack and fought back his life, though it had a minor paralytic effect on him. Even though, till recently he used to do his day-to-day work normally. He was a hard working personality and owned a readymade garment shop in Ajman and Dubai mostly taking care of clients with requirement of uniforms and coveralls. His dedication towards work was always appreciated by his clients who used to get their things delivered on time always.

He was never a publicity person and was helping the poor and needy in whatever ways he could silently. He strongly supported the community and was associated with Nama Tuluveru and Billawa community with commitment. He used to voluntarily come forward for the ground work of various functions of the community and used to be there until it was done perfectly.

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