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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November 21,2024

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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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November 18,2024

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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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