Indian Pilgrims Welfare Forum celebrates Cycling Club Challenge 2021

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January 6, 2021

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Jeddah: The Indian Pilgrims Welfare Forum (IPWF) Cycling Club under the patronage of the Consulate General of India Jeddah, marked a distinct beginning on first January 2021 with the Cycling Championship filled with zest and zeal, maintaining Covid-19 precautionary norms, organized at the rain-kissed ground of the International Indian School Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (IISJ - Boys Section).

IPWF CyCling Club is an integral part of Indian Pilgrims Welfare Forum (IPWF) under the patronage of the Consulate General of India Jeddah formed to encourage Indian Community to adopt a healthy lifestyle through cycling, considered to be a complete workout both for the mind and the soul.

The highlights for the cycling challenge were some exciting races categorized as follows:
- Child Race Below 9 Yrs Age
- Child Race 9-14 Yrs Age
- Single Race Bicycle Male
- Single Race Bicycle Female
- Single Race Tricycle Female
- ZigZag Race Bicycle Male
- ZigZag Race Bicycle Female
- ZigZag Race Tricycle Female
- Relay Race Bicycle-Tricycle combo Female
- Relay Race Bicycle Male - 2 QF Races
- Relay Race Bicycle Male - FINALS

His Excellency Mr. Y.Sabir, Acting Consul General, Consul Hajj and Director IPWF graced this colorful Event as the Chief Guest, Dr.Najeeb Q.Ammar Principal -i/c of IISJ attended as Guest of Honor while President IPWF Group Mr. Md. Ayyub Hakeem presided over this Sports Meet. 

Indian community of all ages, Kids, Women and Men were all Smiles, Cheers, and Overjoyed creating fervent atmosphere. More-so for the Victorious medalist of Gold, Silver and Bronze, as well lots of surprised gifts. 

His Excellency appreciated IPWF initiative and congratulated Forum President and entire organizing team for encouraging the Indian Community consistently with different Events to live an active and healthy life.

This beautiful day of January 1st, 2021, IPWF Group President, warmly welcomed Chief Guest, dignitaries, media personalities, participants and distinguished guests. He highlighted the growing enthusiasm of new members joining IPWF Cycling Club.

Oath for fair decision and sportsmanship was taken by “Yellow Caps -Commissaire” before beginning of the race. The inaugural flag-off 2021 by the Chief Guest marked the beginning of Cycling Challenge.

Vibrant Executive members, Syed Nasir Khurshid, Abdul Rahman Poyakkara, Liyakhath Ali Kotta, Farhan Abdur Rab, Mohammed Amin, Shaukath Ali Kotta, Mohammed Fazal, extended support from members: M. Ilyas Iqbal, Adnan Amin, Ali Jaffer and Lady Coordinators: Mrs. Farah Ayoob, Mrs. Afreen F. Bhoira in line with the President spectacularly managed the sports gathering. 

Lucky draw on the basis of registration numbers was done for attendees and gift hampers were given to winners.

The Sponsors were appreciated for their support: Tamer Group, Abeer Medical Group for providing ambulance and medical care, Jeddah National Hospital for support, Giordano for providing beautiful T shirts, Geepas for providing wonderful home Appliances, AL Kabeer for providing delicious Hot snacks, Bonny Milk for providing tea and coffee, Indomie for tasty Noodles. The event was timely concluded.

Event started with the recitation of Holy Quran by Hafiz Farhan Abdur Rab Treasurer of the forum and race started with the flag-off by Chief Guest, welcome desk was professionally handled by dynamic lady coordinators of the forum Mrs. Farah Ayoob Hakeem and Mrs. Afreen Farhan.

Executive Member of the Forum Mr Abdul Rahman Poyakkara conducted enthusiastically the event with close coordination with referees-Commissaire, while vote of thanks was delivered by General Secretary Syed Nasir Khursheed, event concluded with fresh snacks distribution arranged by the forum.

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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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Media Release
November 14,2024

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Riyadh: The Jam'iyyatul Falah (JF) Riyadh Unit held its Annual General Body Meeting at Loaloah Istirah in Riyadh on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

The gathering commenced with Master Ayman reciting verses from the Holy Quran, setting a solemn tone for the event. Br. Haneef Bardila warmly welcomed attendees, including JF Life Members, Office Bearers from various organizations, and guests, and extended his congratulations to all present.

During the meeting, Br. Muhammad Ashfaq, President, delivered the Annual Report, highlighting the unit's achievements, while Treasurer Br. Nazeer Ahmed presented the Annual Financial Report.

Br. Ashfaq updated members on the ongoing efforts of Jam'iyyatul Falah in the Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts for the year 2023-2024. Expressing gratitude for the support of the members and the committee, he encouraged the youth to join JF, emphasizing the importance of continuing the mission initiated by their elders 36 years ago.

The primary guest, Br. Yasin Baig, inspired the audience with a message underscoring the significance of service. He encouraged everyone to heed the Prophet's (pbuh) words: “Take advantage of five before five: your youth before your old age, your health before your illness, your wealth before your poverty, your free time before you become busy, and your life before your death.” He also spoke about the responsibility and blessing of serving the community through Jam'iyyatul Falah, stressing the promise of rewards in both this life and the hereafter.

Following his address, Br. Ashfaq Ahmed (President) formally dissolved the current committee and entrusted Br. Abdul Hameed and Br. Fazlur Rehman with the election process. A new Executive Committee was then formed for the 2024-2025 term, with Br. Salman Noor elected as the President, Br. Abubaker Irfan as General Secretary, and Br. Nazeer Ahmed continuing as Treasurer. Additionally, 26 other members were appointed to the Executive Committee.

The evening concluded with a dinner for all participants, and Br. Haneef congratulated the newly formed JF Riyadh Executive Committee and all attendees for their contribution to the event's success.

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Office Bearers Elected for the 2024-2025 Term

President: Salman Noor

Vice President: Fazlur Rehman

General Secretary: Abubaker Irfan Sheikh

Joint Secretary: Irshad Moideen

Treasurer: Nazeer Ahmed

Joint Treasurer: Akhil Ganjimutt

Auditor: Haneef Bardila

Advisors: Sheikh GK, Abdul Hameed Wenz, Abdul Basheer Beary

NRCC Representatives: Mohammed Ashfaq, Akthar Shaikh

NRCC Rep. at JFCC: Parvez Ali

Sports Coordinators: Shareef Ahmed, Ayaz Ahmed, Mohammed Mahir, Sameen Gurukambla, Mohammed Gazali, Javed Khan

Event Coordinators: Abdul Hameed Nazeer, Sharief Thokur, Sadhik Mohammed

Media Coordinator: Parveez Ahmed

Committee Members: Sadique Moideen, Sayed Sameer, Mohammed Khizer, Mohammed Sarfaraz, Fareed Mohammed, Suhail Ahmed

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