Congress to hold ‘BJP hatao, beti bachao’ protests at block and district levels

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July 22, 2023

Mangaluru, July 22: The Karnataka state unit of Congress has decided to launch protests at block and district levels with the slogan ‘BJP hatao, beti bachao’ to condemn the incident of tribal women being paraded naked by BJP supporters in Manipur.

KPCC spokesperson AC Vinayaraj said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s silence in the sexual harassment case related to Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Hathras gang rape and murder, Unnao rape case, Bilkis Bano case and rape and murders in Kashmir has led to such lawlessness in Manipur. Hence, the Congress will launch protest series in all blocks and districts soon, he told reporters here on Friday.

The Manipur violence has resulted in the death of over 150 people and left nearly 300 injured besides displacement of over 40,000 people, he said.

“Women are being raped and public properties are set on fire when the police remain silent spectators. This is a government-sponsored ethnic violence that began four months ago. The BJP government led by N Biren Singh and MLAs have written to the PM seeking help to save the state. Meanwhile, several organisations and political parties also have urged the Prime Minister to intervene. However, the PM and home minister Amit Shah were busy campaigning for the Karnataka assembly election,” Vinayaraj said.

He charged the central government of keeping people in the dark about the ethnic violence in Manipur. “It is highly condemnable that two tribal women were sexually assaulted and paraded naked. The incident has brought disgrace to the entire human race. The Prime Minister has responded to the issue only after the intervention of the Supreme Court,” he said and questioned the central government for not imposing President’s rule in Manipur.

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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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