Secular parties failed to counter Modi wave, says SDPI chief

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December 2, 2014

Al-Khobar, Dec 2: The Social Democratic Party of India supremo A Saeed has said that here was a need of new political movement in India to uphold the country’s sovereignty of the country and its values.

Delivering the key note address on the occasion of Leadership Meet organized by Indian Social Forum (ISF) at Rafah Hospital Auditorium here recently, he said that the people in India have lost trust on so called secular parties.

Mr Saeed opined that the recent election results in India have proved that the called secular have made no effort to counter Modi wave. He went on to claim that elections in India are mere a match fixing game by parties like Congress, Communist, BJP, RSS and corporate giants.  

The communal party wouldn’t have come to power had the secular parties made a serious attempt to forge an alliance like Nitish and Lalu did in Bihar recently.

Criticizing Congress, he said internal democracy in the Congress party has totally collapsed in recent days “A couple of decades ago, when Indira Gandhi chose to contest from Chikkamagaluru constituency, many congress leaders like A K Antony had openly opposed her move. But, today we can find a dictatorship within the party,” he said adding that Congress party is far away from the principles of democracy and its ethos and values.

He opined that Left parties too have undergone a paradigm shift and many of their members are migrating towards extreme right, i.e. BJP.

The country has become a safe haven for corporate houses and billionaires while areas like education and healthcare have been losing important, he said adding that media giants also chose to be servants of corporate sector.

In this confused scenario, people from the marginalized groups need to be part of a political movement, with two core agendas: Freedom from hunger and freedom from fear. “We will strive to hand over the power to the people,” he said.

The programme began with a welcome and introductory address by Wasim Sadiq Ali, President of ISF central committee Eastern Province. He said that ISF is a socio political platform of expatriate Indians dedicated for the welfare of the Indian expats. The sole intention of this Forum is to unite the expatriate Indian community cutting across cast, creed and religion and to politically educate them.

Moulavi Jahangir Aroosi, President of ISF Tamil Nadu, Mohammed Shareef Mangalore, President of ISF Karnataka, and Farooq M, President of ISF Kerala were guests. Nasir Koduvali, General Secretary ISF Central Committee Eastern Province proposed vote of thanks. Abdul Samad from Karnataka compered the programme. There was interaction session of ISF leaders with Mr. Saeed.

Membership Drive

Prior to the programme, Mr Saeed launched membership campaign for undivided Andhra Pradesh at Hotel Gulf Darbar conducted by ISF Andhra Pradesh team.  Abdul Wahid, Abdul Azeem and Wasim Sadiq Ali were present.  Abdul Wahid welcomed and gave an introduction. Wasim Sadiq Ali proposed vote of thanks while Saeed Ahmed compered.

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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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