Abdul Jabbar re-elected KKMA Karnataka branch president

January 8, 2017

Salmiya (Kuwait): Karnataka branch of Kuwait Kerala Muslim Association (KKMA), the largest charitable organization of Indian expatriates in Kuwait has re-elected Mr. Abdul Jabbar as the President for the next two-years term (2017 – 2018) in the general body meeting recently held at SIMS auditorium, Salmiya, under the supervision of Election Officers Mr. Nawaz Kadiri, Basheer Mangav assisted by Mr. B.M. Iqbal.

The general body meeting commenced with a beautiful recitation of the Holy Quran by Janab Irfan Bhatkal.

Branch Senior Leader and Advisor Mr. Abdul Hameed Mulky delivered the welcome address and highlighted the various charitable achievements and activities of KKMA such as Family Benefit Schems (FBS), Educational Scholarship Program (ESP), Medical Assistance Program (MAP) and Housing Improvement Program (HIP) etc.

KKMA Patron Mr. Sagheer Trikaripur in his inaugural address applauded the contributions of Karnataka branch in community service and social welfare activities. He highlighted that KKMA is for Aid, Development & Unity and said, to achieve an extraordinary goal the person does not have to be extraordinarily gifted, the success is available to anyone (poor or rich) who will learn a few simple principles and consistently put them into practice. He said that the team work of KKMA members has helped them to achieve the membership target of 15000 and the new target for the membership will be 30000.

Mr. Sagheer Trikaripur elaborated few things about KKMA Team Magnet. The objective of the Magnet is to visit the poor patients admitted in various hospitals in Kuwait and provide them with financial as well as moral support in their needs. This program has a dedicated team who will also assist in the process of documentation and transfer of human remains to their respective destination irrespective of caste or religion.

Mr. Abdul Jabbar in his presidential address appreciated the relentless efforts done by KKMA Karnataka Team and thanked them for their selfless services rendered in charitable activities. He inspired the audience requesting them to participate and support the ongoing KKMA social service activities.

He has been addressing some of the KKMA social contributions in other fields such as Student awards, Scholarships for higher studies, self employment schemes, Drinking water facilities, Civil Service educational supports, early detection centers for Heart diseases, Kidney dialysis centers, Medical Care Camps, religious trainings, picnic for the families, Model Pravasi Projects (MPP) and career training workshops.

An annual report was presented by Mr. Abdul Latheef detailing two years activities of the branch committee. The comprehensive finance report was prepared by Mr. Aboobakar Thumbe and the ppt presentation of the same and KKMA achievements has been carried out by the Karnataka Branch Senior Leader and Advisor Mr. S.M. Basheer.

KKMA Central and Branch Leaders Mr. Nawaz Kadiri, Basheer Mangav, Zamzam Rasheed, Basheer Udiyoor and Saheed Labba graced the occasion. Mr. Zamzam Rasheed & Basheer Udiyoor delivered the felicitation address.

Mr. B.M. Iqbal introduced the details of the newly formed 3 zones of KKMA Karnataka Branch i.e.Farwaniya, Kuwait City and Fahaheel.

The program was convened by Fayaz Sheikh and the meeting was concluded with the vote of thanks by Mr. Yusuf Muniyam. The program was attended by a large number of members & guests and dinner was served at the end.

Following are the New Office Bearers for the Year 2017-18.

PRESIDENT	ABDUL JABBAR GURPUR
GEN. SECRETARY	MOHAMMED YUSUF MUNIYAM
TREASURY	ABOOBAKAR THUMBE
ORG. SECRETARY	ABDUL LATHIEF SHEDIA
ADMIN. SECRETARY	SHAREEF MULKI
IT SECRETARY	RIYAZ KAWA
FINANCE SECRETARY	AMIN SHAIKH
BENEFITS	ABDUL RAHIMAN KANA
DEVELOPMENT	MOHAMMED NAZEER BOLAR
CHARITY & RELIGION	YUSUF RASHEED
MAGNET	AZHAR SHAIKH
OVER ALL ZONAL IN CHARGE	AYUB SURINJE

ZONAL COMMITTEE OFFICE BEARERS FOR 2017-18
POSITION	FARWANIYA ZONAL	CITY ZONAL	FAHAHEEL ZONAL
PRESIDENT	ABDUL AZEEZ GHOUSE	SALEEM MULLA	ABDUL RAZAK UCHILA
GEN. SECRETARY	IRSHAD MULKI	IMTHIYAZ SURINJE	MABIYA ADAM KADABA
TREASURY	ABDUL KAREEM ZAYANI	SALAM B.A	NASIR ADYAPADI
WORKING PRESIDENT	ANWAR BOLAR	SAYYAD MANIPUR	SALAM UCHILA
ORG. SECRETARY	IRSHAD SHAIKH	ASHRAF ULLAL	SHIHABUDDIN BENGARE
ADMIN. SECRETARY	NOUFAL MOHAMMED	THOUFEEQ UDUPI	RIZWAN ABDUL RASHEED
IT SECRETARY	S.M. ZAKARIYA	IDDINABBA M.V	KHADER BAPPALIGE
FINANCE SECRETARY	ISMAIL KADAMBU	BASHEER KAUP	ABDUL MALIK
VP BENEFITS	MOHAMMED IQBAL	SHOUKATH SHIRVA	NOUSHAD BAJPE
VP DEVELOPMENT	RASHEED BOLAR	ABDUL SAMAD JABRIYA	MOHAMMED SAWAD
VP CHARITY & RELIGION	S.M. IMRAN	HAFEEZ ALJI	KHALIL MUKKACHERI
VP MAGNET	SHAMSUDDIN MOOSA	FAYAZ SHAIKH	RIYAZ REGGAI

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15-year-old NRI boy from Kasaragod drowns in Dubai beach; sister rescued by Arab national

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November 18,2024

Dubai: A 15-year-old Indian expat boy drowned after he was caught by huge waves in the sea off Mamzar Beach in Dubai.

Ahmed Abdulla Mafaz, a 15-year-old school student in Dubai, died while his sister Fathima, a university student, was rescued, according to their father Mohammed Ashraf. The family hails from Kerala’s Kasaragod.

The grieving father said the incident happened when the Indian expat family went for an outing at the beach park.

Recounting what happened, he said: “We were all sitting on the beach and playing around in the water. I had just gone to the washroom when it [the tragedy] happened.”

He said both Mafaz and Fathima knew how to swim and it was not clear how they were swept away.

“I think there were huge waves and they got pulled by the strong current.”

Fathima’s screams for help were heard by another beachgoer who rushed to rescue her. “He is an Arab national. He rescued our daughter. We have no words to thank him,” the father said.

However, there was no sign of Mafaz, a grade 10 student of New Indian Model School in Dubai.

Meanwhile, the police were called in. Dubai Police said they received a call about two persons drowning.

“As soon as we received the report, the rescue team from the Ports Police Station in Dubai conducted a search,” a spokesperson said.

However, there was no luck on Friday night. The search operation was intensified with divers and drones on Saturday, following which the boy’s body was fished out on Saturday evening.

The family has decided to lay him to rest in Dubai once the legal procedures are over, said Ibrahim Berike, a member of the volunteering team from Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre (KMCC) that is providing supportfor the paper work.

He said the family is shattered after the devastating tragedy. “They have four children. Fathima, who is doing MBA, is the eldest daughter. Mafaz was the third child. His other two siblings are also boys. Their mother, who was also there on the beach, is inconsolable,” he added.

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NRI leader SM Syed Khalilur Rehman, 86, passes away in Dubai

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November 21,2024

Prominent NRI community leader SM Syed Khalilur Rehman, fondly known as CA Khalil, passed away in Dubai on Thursday at the age of 86 after a brief illness.

Khalil had been admitted to Aster Hospital in Mankhool on Tuesday after experiencing severe leg weakness. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, he succumbed to a double heart attack that worsened his condition, his son Rais Ahmed confirmed.

The news of his passing has sent waves of grief across communities, particularly in his hometown of Bhatkal, Karnataka, where he was a celebrated figure. Tributes have been pouring in on social media, highlighting his significant contributions to international trade, social service, and education.

A Legacy of Leadership and Service

A chartered accountant by profession, Khalil was a founding member of the Dubai chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), where he served as chairman from 1987 to 1994. His illustrious career included key leadership roles, such as general manager of Khaleej Times, group executive director of the Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari Group, and vice-chairman of the Jashanmal Group of Companies.

He also chaired Maadhyama Communications and Sahil Online, a web-based news platform, and was a director and trustee of several media companies and charitable organisations in Dubai and India.

A Champion for Education and Philanthropy

Khalil’s impact extended far beyond his professional achievements. As president and general secretary of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, he played a pivotal role in the development of educational institutions, including schools and colleges in Bhatkal and surrounding areas. His dedication to social upliftment earned him recognition from the Government of Karnataka, which honoured him with a prestigious award for his philanthropic contributions.

A Life Celebrated

The Bhatkal Muslim Khaleej Council (BMKC) recently released a documentary celebrating Khalil’s remarkable life and service to the community—a testament to his enduring legacy.

CA Khalil is survived by his family and countless admirers across the globe. His passing marks the end of an era for Indian expatriates in the UAE and beyond, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, generosity, and commitment to community service.

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