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Founder of Naya Nagar in Mira Road, Syed Nazar Hussain, Passes Away at 90

June 30, 2024UncategorizedMuzaffar Hussain, Naya Nagar, Nazar Hussain, Nazar Seth, Syed Nazar Hussainmpositiveone@gmail.com

Mumbai, MAHARASHTRA :

Mumbai :

Syed Nazar Hussain, a pivotal figure in the development of the Naya Nagar township in Mira Road, passed away on Thursday at the age of 90. His namaz-e-janaza (funeral prayers) was held at Jama Masjid Al Shams on Friday at 2:30 PM, followed by his burial at Mira Road Qabrastan in the afternoon.

Nazar Hussain, often referred to as “Nazar Seth,” was instrumental in establishing Naya Nagar in the 1970s. Notably, he brought together the contrasting figures of Shiv Sena chief Balasaheb Thackeray and Indian Union Muslim League leader G.M. Banatwala for the township’s foundation stone laying ceremony, symbolizing his commitment to communal harmony.

Born in 1934 in Nandgaon, Amravati, Hussain moved to Mumbai at an early age. Despite limited formal education, he was a self-made man, known for his simplicity, modesty, and dedication to secularism. His efforts ensured that Mira Road remained peaceful during the 1992 Mumbai riots, a testament to his vision of communal harmony.

Hussain’s journey from performing odd jobs to becoming a significant real estate developer is marked by his deep commitment to his community. He envisioned a clean housing colony for Muslims but kept its doors open to all, fostering an inclusive environment. Today, Naya Nagar is a thriving township where shops owned by non-Muslims coexist peacefully with the predominantly Muslim residents.

Nazar Hussain valued education and, with the support of his wife Noor Jahan, ensured their five children received quality education. His elder son, Muzaffar Hussain, continues his legacy in both business and community service. Together, they have established numerous institutions in Mira Road, including schools, colleges, and a multi-specialty hospital, significantly contributing to the area’s development.

Even in his later years, Hussain remained active in his community, striving to maintain the moral fabric of Naya Nagar. His philanthropic efforts and charitable initiatives have left a lasting impact on countless lives.

As Mira Road mourns the loss of its founder, the community reflects on his legacy of unity and inclusivity. Syed Nazar Hussain’s contributions have left an indelible mark, and his memory will continue to inspire future generations.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Focus> Obituary / by Radiance News Bureau / June 29th, 2024

First UPSC coaching centre for poor Muslim girls in Mumbai

September 13, 2023Community Involvement / Social Issues, Education, Education - Gold Medallists, Toppers, Merits, Achievers (wef. June 12th, 2023), Women/Girls(since May26-2021)Ayesha Kazi, Bashir Musa, Bashir Musal Patel, Dr Maqsood Ahmed Khan, Dr Maqsood Ahmed Khan - CEO - Haj Committee of India, Dr Maqsood Ahmed Khan - Registrar - Mumbai University, Fatimabai Musa Patel Competive Training Centre for Women, Kaderbai Fazlani, Khaderbhai Fazlani, Mavis Tak, MLA Bashir Musa Patel, MLC - Muzaffar Hussain, Mohammed Wajihuddin, Mohammed Wajihuddin - Journalist, Muzaffar Hussain, Philanthropist Kaderbai Fazlani, Philanthropist Kaderbhai Fazlani, Sabir Nirban, Tahseen Banu Dawadi, Tahseen Banu Dawadi - student - South Western Railway Womens Welfare Organisation School - Hubballi - Karnataka, Tahseen Banu Dawadi - University of Agricultural Sciences - Dharwad - Karnataka, The Fatimabai Musa Patel Competitiv Examination Training Centre for Women - Mumbai, Zubia Shaikhmpositiveone@gmail.com

Mumbai, MAHARASHTRA:

First UPSC coaching centre for poor Muslim girls in Mumbai — The free coaching centre on Mohammed Ali Road boasts residential facilities for out-of-town girls

Muslim girl aspirants of civil services have just got a reason to rejoice. The Fatimabai Musa Patel Competitive Examination Training Centre for Women (residential and non-residential) at Mohammed Ali Road, opening this week, fulfils an old need of the community.

Initially accommodating 20 residential and around 30 non-residential candidates, the Centre helps give wings to many girls who aspire to become civil servants and want to give the tough IAS and provincial services exams a shot.

“The need for a proper place exclusive for the girls who want to prepare for UPSC and MPSC exams has been felt for a long. Some like-minded people have joined hands to prepare this facility,” said former MLA Bashir Musa Patel who owns this place and has dedicated it to the memory of his mother Fatimabai.

Though Patel and a few other good Samaritans came forward to create this Centre, the motivating force is former CEO of Haj Committee of India and ex-registrar, Mumbai University, Dr Maqsood Ahmed Khan. With experience of mentoring civil services aspirants at the Haj House’s coaching centre, Khan was suited to show the path here too. “They roped me in to do honourary mentorship here. We have already selected candidates. Initially most of the candidates are those who previously appeared for the UPSC entrance examinations but didn’t succeed and wanted to prepare again,” said Khan.

On Friday, the Centre’s director Zubia Shaikh, through a power-point presentation, explained the abysmal low representation of Muslims in the civil services. According to the Sachar Commission Report, the representation of Muslims in the civil services is only 3%.

“This Centre will propel girls to reach their goals. Even if some don’t succeed in these tough examinations, the very dream and preparations will equip them to face challenges in life,” said Shaikh.

Two candidates who cracked UPSC exams last year and were allotted IPS cadre-Mavis Tak and Tahseen Banu Dawadi-too addressed the small gathering virtually. Both are preparing again to upgrade their UPSC ranks.

“The facility created here for the girls is very important. It is not possible to prepare for this examination at home as you need the right environment, guidance, mentorship and company of fellow aspirants,” said Tak who graduated from Mira Road-based Royal College.

Soon after Tak, daughter of a freelance translator cracked the UPSC exams, several organisations and individuals, including Mira Road based ex-MLC Muzaffar Hussain and Royal College, felicitated her and her parents. In her interview to TOI, she had said that her father was the main motivating force as he had dreams of becoming an IAS. “He wanted me to achieve what he could not,” Tak had told TOI.

Hijab-wearing Dawadi comes from Karnataka and said that hijab was no hindrance to education and qualifying for the UPSC. Ayesha Kazi who is awaiting her UPSC final results this year said a centre like this where girls felt secured, confident and comfortable was needed to encourage others to aim for a career in civil services.

The Centre is getting community’s applause. Philanthropist Kaderbhai Fazlani lauded the amenities.

“The densely populated Muslim pockets in the city do not have enough facilities for students, especially girls, to concentrate and study for UPSC exams. More such centres are needed at different pockets in the city,” said businessman Sabir Nirban.

source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / Home> News> City News> Mumbai News / by Mohammed Wajihuddin, TNN / February 26th, 2023