Sankeerna’s 6th annual day: An Evening of heart filling Classical delight

By Arathi Adiga
April 16, 2018

Dubai: It was the evening of perfection, dedication, performance, discipline, grace hard work and soulful classical dance of Sankeerna School of classical Dance’s dancing angles and disciples of Guru, Vidhushi Sapana kiran at Indian Consulate Auditorium on April 13.

Program started with the tradition of lighting the lamp by distinguished guest, Guru Sapna and Kiran Kumar. The show began with “Pushpanjali” pleasuring the god with flowers. Dancers devotionally offered their obeisance to the lord of dance Nataraja, the guru and to the audience. Then the talented dancers gave sequence of powerful performances through ‘Kali kauthuvam’ where parvati took the form of Kaali to demolish Rakthabeeja, ‘Ganesha Kauthuvam’,’Thodaya Mangalam’, where dancers invoked blessings from lord Vishnu, ’Devi Sarasvati Stuti’ through the meaningful composition of Kanakadasaru, ‘Adavu’,’Azhagu Deva’,very popular compostion of Shri Purandara dasaru ‘Bhagyada laxmi baramma’ presented soulfully, ‘Adida Nadida’,’ Govinda ninna’ then the girls dedicated yet another breath taking performance to Navadurge through ‘Aiyagiri Nandini’, ‘Vishamkara Kannan’ showcased little adorable Krishna kannayas and sweet little Radhes, ‘Flute Dance’, ’Kuravanji’ added versatility to the show and the dancers ability to perform it flawlessly.

The grand finale performance ‘Dharmakshetra’ the geethopadesha at the war field brought all the audience to the edge of their seats with the soulful music, breath taking dance and abhinaya of Krishna and Arjuna.

During the stage program Chief guest of the evening Chandra Subramani , Bharathanatyam artist and founder member f BHAVA expressed her happiness for quality of the program and dedication of the Guru. She appreciated budding artists and gave her word of encouragement and guidance.

Another guest N Mohan recalled his long association with Sankeerna and expressed happiness for their growth and wished them success. Satisfied and Proud Guru Sapna Kiran delivered vote of thanks to the Guests, parents, student’s audiences and to the press. Felicitated Shri Prakash Rao Payyar well known kannada writer and theater director of Dubai Kannada theater, through his recent drama “Swapnavasavadatte” Sapna Kiran debuted in a lead role as Vasavadatte.   She extended her gratitude to her parents who put her in Classical dance path and Gurus who made her the Dancer of par excellence, family and friends.

Sruti Karthik charismatically compered the program with detailed explanation of each dance form with the evidence and stories from Puranas and Vedas. Her Persuasive language captivated the audience.

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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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