UAE Amchigele elects Rajiv Kamat as its President

naeem@coastaldigest.com (S M Farooq)

February 18, 2012

Dubai, February 18: The new committee of UAE Amchigele was elected on January 14 for the year 2012. Rajiv Kamath was elected as President of the committee.

With the increase in the programme organized by the Samaj and the workload, it was decided to invite new likeminded members who can bring in their talent and expertise in the committee for its efficient working.

Core Committee Members:

President - Mr. Rajiv Kamat

Vice President - Mr. Shailesh Shenoy

Secretary - Mrs. Pragati Shenoy

Joint Secretary - Mr. Sunil M. Shenoy (also Media and Communication)

Treasurer - Mrs. Rekha Sujir Nayak

Joint Treasurer - Mr. Nilesh Nadkarni

Cultural Secretary - Mrs. Geetha Nayak

Working Committee Members:

Committee Member - Mr. Ajith Nayak

Committee Member - Mr. Gopal Prabhu

Committee Member - Mr. Ganesh Bhat

Committee Member - Mr. Pradeep Kudva

Committee Member - Dr. Sandeep Mallya

Committee Member - Mr. Nilesh Nadkarni

Committee Member - Mrs. Anjana Kamath

Advisory Committee Members:

Mr. Anil Kamath

It is being observed that the Lady Members have taken the front seat which shows a positive sign of ladies coming forward in the committee works and Samaj hopes that the same continues to be the case in the years to come. As per the President the Committee will continue to unite all Amchigele Samaj Bhandhavas on a common platform and expect the whole hearted co-operation and support of all members as well. He said, we intend to strengthen our Volunteer Core Group of the Samaj, who would give their whole hearted support to the Samaj committee and its members in all its activities to make the programmes a grand success.

The new committee thanked the previous Committee Members for the excellent work that they have done for the Samaj and also for raising it to such great heights and to all the Samaj Members & Sponsors too who contributed in its success. The new committee expects every members interact on email id info@uaeamchigele.com with their constructive suggestions & comments which will help them to grow.

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After 35 Years in Saudi Arabia, Karnataka Expat Abdulaziz Kushalnagar Passes Away in Riyadh

Abdul Hameed Padubidri

April 12,2025

Riyadh: Abdulaziz Kushalnagar, a long-time Indian expatriate from Kushalnagar, Karnataka, and a well-respected member of the Riyadh community, passed away on 10 April 2025 at a local hospital in Al Rabwah. He was 57.

According to sources close to the family and his close friend, Irfan Mani, Abdulaziz was admitted to the hospital on the 14th of Ramadan after suddenly collapsing due to a cardiac arrest. Earlier that evening, he had attended an Iftar gathering hosted by a friend in the Al-Shifa area of Riyadh. After breaking his fast and offering Maghrib prayers, he spent time conversing with friends before heading to a nearby mosque for Isha prayers.

Shortly after leaving the mosque, he reportedly began feeling unwell and collapsed from a heart attack. He was immediately rushed to the hospital and admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where he slipped into a coma.

Despite ongoing medical efforts, Abdulaziz did not regain consciousness and was pronounced dead on the afternoon of 10 April after showing no response to treatment.

Following the completion of all necessary legal formalities—including clearances from the Indian Embassy and Saudi authorities—his funeral was held on Saturday night after Isha and Janazah prayers at Al-Rajhi Mosque. He was laid to rest at Naseem Cemetery, where a large gathering of relatives, friends, and well-wishers came to offer their final respects.

Abdulaziz had been residing in Saudi Arabia for over 35 years and was employed with a private company in Riyadh. Known for his warm personality, humility, and dedication to community service, he actively participated in various social and cultural organizations, including the Malanadu Gulf Trust (MGT).

He is survived by his wife, four children, and a wide circle of family, friends, and community members who deeply mourn his loss. Messages of condolence have poured in from across Karnataka and the Gulf, remembering him as a kind-hearted and community-spirited individual.

Organizations such as MGT Malanadu KSA, KNRI, Karavali Welfare Association, KSF Riyadh, KCF Riyadh, and several others expressed their deep condolences and offered prayers for the departed soul.

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