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Islamic Welfare Society Bhatkal: A Light House on Arabian Seashore

Bhatkal, (Uttara Kannada District), KARNATAKA :

The Islamic Welfare Society in the coastal town of Bhatkal, on the shores of the Arabian Sea, has anchored the lives of lakhs of people within 40 years of its establishment. Registered under the Karnataka Societies Act, IWS provides interest-free Loans to people irrespective of religion, caste and creed. Around 15% of the beneficiaries are non-Muslims.

Loans worth around thirteen crore rupees were disbursed to more than 4800 marginalised persons last year for business, agriculture, education, house repair, medical treatment, marriage, etc. In the initial two months of the current financial year around 2200 people were provided with loans to the tune of 3 crore 42 lakhs.

During the tsunami of demonetization, the IWS rescued around 33 thousand people by offering loans amounting to 35 crores (2017-2019). Another disastrous wave of Covid-19 and the Lockdown gave a heavy blow to weaker sections. The IWS helped around 18 thousand badly-hit people, providing loans amounting to 31 crores (2019-2021).

Custodian, mentor

The Bhatkal Society acts as a custodian too. Various Masjids and NGOs keep their deposit for safety purposes with the Society.

The Society educates petty businessmen and small-time artisans to manage their funds. Pigmy deposit is an effective mode to promote saving habits. Society’s pigmy collectors procure around 1 lakh rupees daily to the needy at their door steps. With a pre and free consent of the depositors these funds are channelized as Interest Free Loans to needy persons. This brings spiritual solace to the depositors.

Systematic distribution of Zakat

The Society has got arrangements for collection and distribution of Zakath fund in an organized manner. Around 550 families of Bhatkal are benefitted through this Scheme. Deserving people in and around Bhatkal are provided with monthly pension of rupees 500, 300 and 200 per month out of the total sanctioned amount for the whole year. It is deposited in their accounts with the Society. The persons concerned withdraw the amount from their accounts as and when needed.

Monthly provision

Some philanthropists wish to help the poor with monthly provision, through the Society. Thirty poor families are provided with ration kits, costing rupees 1500, 1000 and 800. Some people deposit their Zakat amount along with a list of beneficiaries, concealing their identity with beneficiaries, and that amount is distributed accordingly.

Whereas many people deposit their Zakat amount in the Zakat Fund of the Society only and its distribution is left to the discretion of the Society. 

Some others contribute particularly to medical needs of the poor. At an average five persons are benefited under this head every month. Even accident victims and people facing health emergencies are helped after confirmation from reliable sources.

Another utilization of our Zakat Fund is education. Poor students of Govt. schools in and around Bhatkal are provided with their essential needs. About 700 deserving students take advantage of this scheme annually. The Society is undertaking distribution of Zakat silently.

Public health is a very vast field in social work. The Society has recently started its work on public health front too, running a hospital under the name of Welfare Hospital. Frequent traveling of people to the nearby Mangalore city for minor health problems has come down to a good extent.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Features> Focus / by Mohammed Atherulla Shariff, Radiance News Bureau / July 13th, 2024

SM Syed Mohiddin re-elected as president of Khalifa Jamaat, Jubapu Ismail retains position as General Secretary

Bhatkal (Uttara Kannada District), KARNATAKA :

Bhatkal: 

S.M. Syed Mohiddin Market has been re-elected as the President of the Markazi Khalifa Jamaat-ul-Muslimeen Bhatkal, while Jubapu Ismail secured his position once again as General Secretary.

The election for office bearers took place on Thursday at the Jamaat meeting hall, attended by 61 members.

The process was overseen by Election Officer Jailani Siddiqa and chaired by Dr. Zubair Kola.

Except for the post of Deputy Secretary, all positions were filled unanimously.

The newly elected office bearers are as follows:

  • President: S.M. Syed Mohiddin Market
  • Vice President I: Dr. Zubair Kola
  • Vice President II: Mohtisham Mohammed Hashim
  • Secretary: Kola Mohammed Hashim
  • Deputy Secretary: Maulavi Taimur Hussain Gawai
  • Finance Secretary: Maulavi Ismail Anjum Gangavali Nadvi
  • Treasurer: Mohtisham Mohammed Nasir Barni
  • Accountant: Faaiz Siddique

‘source: http://www.sahilonline.org / Sahil Online / Home> Coastal News> Featured News / by IG Bhatkal, Coastal News Service / September 05th, 2024

Youngstar Welfare Organization conducts Free Medical Camp in collaboration with Srinivas Hospital

Bhatkal (Uttara Kannada District), KARNATAKA :

Bhatkal: 

Youngstar Welfare Organization, a group of youth from Mohiddin street (Madina Colony), organized a free medical check-up camp in collaboration with Srinivas Hospital, Surathkal. The camp was held today, Sunday, at Afreen Hall on Jamiaa Abad Road, drawing more than 500 people who came for health screenings and consultations. Many patients also received free medications after their check-ups.

The camp began at 10:00 AM and concluded at 3:00 PM, featuring a diverse team of specialists from Srinivas Hospital. Led by Hospital Manager Freeda D’Souza, the team consisted of 16 doctors, including General Surgeon Dr. Kaushal Shetty, Dermatologist Dr. Stalin, Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Kavish Shetty, and Gynecologist & OBG Specialist Dr. Divyani, as well as doctors from Pediatrics, Cardiology, General Surgery, and Ophthalmology. In addition to free medications, essential tests such as ECGs were conducted free of charge. Some patients were advised to undergo blood tests or other specialized diagnostics.

With the presence of three female doctors and several female staff members, the camp saw a large turnout of women who took advantage of the free services.

At the closing ceremony, Srinivas Hospital’s Senior Business Development Officer, Sadakathulla, emphasized that the hospital, located between Udupi and Mangalore on the Surathkal-Mukka National Highway, has been providing healthcare services for over 14 years.

The hospital, with its 920 beds, offers comprehensive medical care across various specialties, supported by a team of over 100 experienced doctors. It is equipped with modern facilities, including an advanced laboratory with 24/7 CT and MRI scan services. Specialized care in emergency trauma, cardiac, and neurosurgery is also available. He further noted that the hospital accepts all major government and private insurance plans.

The camp was successfully organized under the leadership of Youngstar President Zaheer Ahmed Shaikh and General Secretary Suhail Ahmed Kad-dari. Members Samiullah Shaikh, Sulaiman Bhai, Taufiq Khalifa, Tanveer Faraz, Subhan, and other volunteers played a key role in organizing the camp.

The closing session was attended by prominent community figures, including Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem President Inayatullah Shabandri, Iqbal Suhail, Musaddiq Ruknuddin, Fayyaz Ali Byndoor, and Dr. Nazim, among others.

source: http://www.sahilonline.org / Sahil Online / Home> Coastal News> Featured News / by IG Bhatkal / September 29th, 2024

Bhatkal Anjuman students getting university rank continues; Najda Ekiri got first rank in Karnataka University Dharwad

Bhatkal (Uttara Kannada District) , KARNATAKA :

 Students of the colleges run under Anjuman Hamai Muslim Bhatkal continue to get ranks at the university level and this time Najda Ekiri, a student of Anjuman Institute of Management and Computer Applications (AIMCA). Anjuman College has made the name of Anjuman College bright in the entire state by securing first rank in Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) at Karnataka University, Dharwad.

 AIMCA Principal Muhammad Mohsin has said in a press release that Najda Ekiri, of Mubeen Ahmed Ekiri and Nusrat Jahan, has also achieved a remarkable feat by memorizing the Holy Quran during her three-year BCA course. According to the press release, Najda secured 3421 marks out of 3700 marks, resulting in a pass rate of 92.46%. The BCA exams were held in August-September 2023.

It has been found that while Najda, a student of Bhatkal Anjuman, secured the first rank in Dharwad University, Dekshanagappa Kharvi, a student of Bhatkal Sri Gurusdhiendra BCA College, secured the third rank at the university level, with an average success rate of 91.73%. has been done.

The university’s second rank went to Shantala Raibagh, a student of Global College of Computer Applications, Hubli, who registered a pass rate of 92.27 percent.

It should be noted that more than fifty BCA colleges are affiliated to Karnataka University, Dharwad, and among the students of all these colleges, a student of Bhatkal Anjuman getting the first rank is a great achievement. In such a situation, memorizing the Holy Quran with modern education is also a big challenge.

The management of Anjuman Hamai Muslimin, the principal and other staff of the college have congratulated Najda for this wonderful achievement and wished her all the best for her future.

source: http://www.sahilonline.net / Sahil Online / Home> Coastal News / by IG Bhatkali, SO News Agency / August 23rd, 2024

Tanzeem-Backed candidates Afsha Qazia, Advocate Imran Lanka & Mohiddin Altaf Kharuri secure key positions unopposed in Bhatkal local bodies elections

Bhatkal (Uttara Kannada District), KARNATAKA :

Bhatkal : 

In the much-anticipated elections held today, Wednesday, at the Jali Pattan Panchayat, Afsha Qaziya was elected as President, while Advocate Imran Lanka was elected as Vice President. Both candidates, backed by the prominent social organization Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem, were elected unopposed.

In a related development, Tanzeem-backed councilor Mohiddin Altaf Kharuri was also elected as Vice President of the Town Municipal Council (TMC) Bhatkal on Tuesday.

The election processes for both the TMC and Jali Pattan Panchayat were supervised by Bhatkal Tehsildar Nagaraj.

The President’s position at Jali Pattan Panchayat was reserved for a General Woman, and the Vice President’s position was reserved for Backward Class A (BCA). In the TMC election, the President’s seat was reserved for an SC woman, and the Vice President’s seat was reserved for BCA. However, since there was no SC woman councilor in the TMC, no nominations were filed for the President’s position. As a result, all three key positions across both bodies were filled unopposed.

The new President of Jali Pattan Panchayat, Afsha Qaziya, is a highly qualified woman with degrees in B.Com, B.Ed, and M.Ed. She has been actively involved in social and community work and has served as a councilor in the Jali Pattan Panchayat for the past 28 months. Advocate Imran Lanka, elected as Vice President, is also highly educated and an active member of the Tanzeem’s political panel. He has been serving as a councilor in the Jali Pattan Panchayat since 2015-16.

The newly elected Vice President of TMC, Mohiuddin Altaf Kharuri, has been serving as a municipal councilor for the past 24 years and has previously held the position of Standing Committee Chairman twice. He also has significant experience serving as the General Secretary of Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem, a century-old social organization in Bhatkal.

Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem continues to have a strong influence in local bodies, with their backed candidates consistently securing key positions in the TMC and panchayats.

source: http://www.sahilonline.org / Sahil Online / Home> Coastal News> Featured News / by IG Bhatkali – (Headline edited) / August 22nd, 2024

Three siblings studying in Mangaluru win big at State-Level Karate Championship

Bhatkal / Mangaluru, KARNATAKA :

Moodbidri: 

Three siblings from Bhatkal, who study in Mangaluru, achieved remarkable success at the state-level Karate Championship organized by the Shorin-Ryu Karate Association in collaboration with Swami’s Strength Training and MK Ananthraj College of Physical Education, held in Moodbidri on August 17, 2024.

Ismail Nameer, a 14-year-old student of Huda Islamia School, Mangaluru, secured first place in the Kumite category and also earned a place in Kata. His outstanding performance led to him being crowned the Grand Champion in the under-17 category.

Hamdan, Nameer’s younger brother and a student at Presidency School, Mangaluru, followed in his brother’s footsteps by winning first place in Kumite and securing a place in Kata.

Their sister, Umme Kulsum, also a student at Presidency School, claimed first place in the Fighting category, adding to the family’s impressive list of achievements.

Nameer, Hamdan, and Umme Kulsum are children of Nisar Ahmed Ruknuddin and Nada who reside in Mangaluru.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / August 20th, 2024

Third edition of Nawayath Cricket League begins in Mangaluru

Bhatkal (Mangaluru) , KARNATAKA:

Mangaluru: 

The third edition of the Nawayath Cricket League (NCL) commenced in Mangaluru on Monday, September 18, held at the ‘Perfect Pass’ sports arena in Falnir.

This three-day cricket tournament is exclusively organized for students and young professionals hailing from Bhatkal and its surrounding areas who are currently residing in Mangaluru.

The event is being overseen by students residing in the Bhatkal Jamatul-Muslimeen (BJM) hostel. Seven teams have entered the competition, which will come to a conclusion with a closing ceremony on September 20, following the final game.

The tournament format comprises a group stage where each of the seven teams competes against the others.

The top four teams from this stage will progress to the next round, which mirrors the format of the Indian Premier League (IPL), featuring Qualifier-1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Grand Finale.

The tournament boasts ‘Spider Group’ as its title sponsor, with prominent Bhatkal businessmen Arshad Mohtisham, of Mohtisham Complexes Pvt. Ltd., Imtiyaz Damda of ILFA Realtors and Aziz Akrami of Spider Group also being notable sponsors.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / September 19th, 2023

AIMCA students secure top ranks in Karnataka University examination

Bhatkal, KARNATAKA:

Bhatkal:

Students of the Anjuman Institute of Management and Computer Application (AIMCA) have achieved remarkable success by securing top ranks in the annual university examination conducted by Karnataka University Dharwad (KUD).

In the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) stream, Aisha Rufi, daughter of Jameel Hussain Fakardey, secured the first rank with an impressive score of 94.95% marks.

Wasira, daughter of Abdul Jabbar Shingeti, secured the eighth rank with a commendable score of 91.69% marks, while Eifa, daughter of Habibullah Siddibapa, secured the ninth rank with 91.67% marks, as announced in a press release by the Principal of AIMCA.

Anjuman Hamee-e-Muslimeen President Kazia Muzammil, General Secretary Ismail Siddique, Principal Mohammad Mohsin, and other staff members congratulated the students on their remarkable achievement in the university examination.

source: http://www.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / August 23rd, 2023

Eight Bhatkal players part of Karnataka Football team that will play national beach championship in Gujarat

Bhatkal, KARNATAKA:

Eight players from Bhatkal will be part of the Karnataka beach football team that will take part in Hero Beach Soccer championship in Gujarat on January 26.

The tournament will be played in Surat city of Gujarat.

The team trials for team selection were held by Karnataka State Football Association at Hudmudi beach on the outskirts of Bhatkal in Coastal Karnataka.

Players from across the state gave trials for team selection and eight players from Bhatkal were selected in the team.

All eight players from Bhatkal player for BIFA team in Bhatkal.

The names of the team members are as follows:

Ranjeet Kumar R

Ahmed Ruyefa

Syed Abdul Samad

Ismail Mahumdu Jawpa

Mohammed Sufiyan

Mohammed Luqman Shaikji

Abdud Dayyan

Sushant S Naik

Mohammed Salman

Jasir Syed Kazhi

Abdus Subhan

Aaron Dominic Gudinho

(Manager: Mawiya Mohtisham)

(Coach: Shiva Gajendran)

source: http://www.bhatkallys.com / Bhatkallys.com / Home> Bhatkal News / by Bhatkal News Bureau / January 25th, 2023