Envoy hails IFF Hajj volunteers

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December 2, 2012
Jeddah, December 2: “Dedicated service of India Fraternity Forum during the Hajj has been quite exemplary. It benefited the pilgrims not only from India or Asia, but also from different nations around the globe” said HE Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, consul general of India, Jeddah.

 

He was delivering an address on inauguration of a large get together of Hajj volunteers of organized by IFF on the premises of Indian Consulate here.

 

The map of Mina prepared by IFF upon the instruction of the Consul General, which has been very simple that provided correct and updated information about the pilgrim camps of all the countries in Mina. With the colour coded grid system the map was unique and many police and civil defense officers admired its simplicity in locating the destinations in Mina.

 

Mr Kidwai also said that this year the Indian Hajj mission was able to effectively coordinate the volunteer services of various community organisation which benefited all the pilgrims in Mina.

 

Helping the old and sick pilgrims to make use of the Mashaer train was a hard task and it was the sincere round the clock service of the IFF volunteers that helped the pilgrims to make it smooth and easy. IFF had deployed volunteers at all the stations and inside the train round the clock.

 

The dedication of IFF volunteers was invaluable as they were seen in every nook and corner in the valley of tents, Mina, said Mohammed Rahman Sheikh, the Hajj Consul said.

 

Since most of the Indian pilgrims were above 65 years of age and they were out of their house for the first time in their lives, the service of the IFF volunteers was much beneficial, particularly in and around Haram before Hajj and during the peak days of haj in Mina.

 

IFF President Ashraf Morayur presided over the function. He said that IFF added more volunteers this year, more than 1200 volunteers, in view of the requirement of volunteer at Mashaer train service. If the consulate extends more support, the area of service can be expanded benefiting more pilgrims in the coming years, he added.

 

Service of the IFF volunteers is model to the rest of the nations said Musthafa Khared, Supervisor, Youth Team of WAMY, adding that volunteer organisations from different countries have started after watching the service of IFF. Arab countries have already engaged their volunteers this year in Mina.

 

Adv. KH Muneer also lauded the sincere services of the IFF volunteers. “IFF was the only organization which had deployed volunteers all over Mi,na, Muzdalifa and Arafat” he said.

 

The event began with Qur’an recitation by brother sheikh Abdulla. Mohammed Noor Rahman sheikh, Deputy .Consul General and Hajj Consul, Dr. Abdul Wahhab Nor Ali, formar Sec. General WAMY, Shafeequrahman Sharef, M D, Alfazal Int’l school and Chairman Adv Board IFF Hajj service & Educationist, Eng. Hassan Jilaidan, IT Service Manager, Saudi Airlines, Mr. Aboobacker Khared, IT Manager, Tamer Group), Yameen Humeid, Coord, Youth team WAMY, Mohammd Imran, Marketing Manager, Al Abeer Medical Group, Syed Qadri Saleem, Sec. IPWF, Jeddah, Eng. Abdul Wadood, Territory Manager, Edutech Arabia & Educationist, were present.

 

Iqbal Chemban highlighted IFF activities to the gathering. Al Aman Ahmad welcomed the gathering & guests. Irfan proposed vote of thanks.

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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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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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