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Mysuru’s Extraordinary individuals share their extraordinary journeys

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Mysore/Mysuru:

In a unique session, extraordinary individuals from different domains came together for a rare confluence at the Mysuru Literature Festival last evening. They introduced the audience to new perspectives and showcased their talent beautifully.

Abdul Rasheed, Programme Executive, Akashvani, Mysuru, delivered an engaging speech and introduced the audience to the world of new ideas. He explained his journey through various phases of life and how he embraced several individuals from different social strata as his mentors. He expressed his excitement about presenting his distinctive insights, which will provide a more representative portrayal of himself.

Jabbar Samo, a talented Yakshagana artiste from Uttara Kannada district, shared his experiences and motivations. He shed light on the significance of his performances in different aspects of life, both at the societal and personal levels. He also acknowledged the numerous individuals he considers his gurus and how they have influenced him.

He expressed how art flourishes without a specific reason and shared the dedication of Yakshagana artistes, who work without any external motivation. Despite facing difficulties as a member of the Muslim community, Jabbar Samo fearlessly pursued his passion. “Due to the prevailing circumstances, pursuing formal education was not possible, but I found solace in Kannada poems sung at the school, which fuelled my interest in the language,”  he recalled.

Mohammed Kaleemulla, a retired teacher from Nagamangala taluk, dedicated his life to the preservation of historical temples, monoliths and hero stones in Mandya district. He explained the architectural aspects of these stones, their current conditions and the ongoing efforts to safeguard them with the support of Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala. “Many hero stones are being used for mundane purposes like drying clothes. I took it upon myself to inform the villagers and engage in the preservation work,” he said.

Syed Isaq narrated how he had built the library with zinc sheet roof at the corner of a playground in Rajivnagar and has been running it for the benefit of the public for 12 years. He also told the audience how the library was burnt down and his efforts to rebuild it.

“I have never been to school but my love for books gave wings to my dream of setting up a library. I built the library with 85 percent of books in Kannada and newspapers of various languages. My Kannada library is located in an area where there is a majority of the Urdu-speaking population and Kannada language must be propagated in areas like these,” he added.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / July 03rd, 2024

Book Review: “Baa Izzat Bari” is poignant exploration of wrongful accusations and the flaws in India’s justice system

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INDIA :

Ba Izzat Bari

Book: Baa Izzat Bari / Written by Manisha Bhalla and Dr. Aleemullah Khan.                                    Published by: Bharat Pustak Bhandar

“Baa Izzat Bari” by Manisha Bhalla and  Dr. Aleemullah Khan is a compelling non-fiction account that explores real-life stories of individuals falsely accused in terror related cases in India, only to be acquitted after long legal battles. The title, which translates to “Honorably Acquitted,” captures the essence of the work—justice being served after a grueling fight, though often at the cost of the individuals’ dignity, time, and peace of mind.

This book sheds light on the flaws within the Indian legal system, particularly highlighting cases of wrongful accusations and the traumatic experiences of the innocent individuals who are caught up in these legal nightmares. Through detailed case studies, the authors offer an insightful look into the personal struggles of those who have been falsely implicated and their journey toward proving their innocence.

Judicial Delays and Systemic Flaws:

The delves into the chronic delays that plague the Indian judiciary. The individuals portrayed in the book endure years, sometimes decades, of legal proceedings before their names are cleared. This is a strong commentary on the systemic inefficiencies that prolong suffering for those falsely accused.

Emotional and Social Impact:

One of the most powerful aspects of “Ba Izzat Bari” is how it focuses on the emotional toll these accusations take. The accused face not only the trauma of legal battles but also the stigma of being labeled criminals in the eyes of society. The book captures how families are torn apart, careers destroyed, and reputations permanently damaged, even after an acquittal.

Resilience and Perseverance:

Amidst the grim reality of these stories, it highlights the resilience of those who continue to fight for justice. Their perseverance, often in the face of hopelessness, serves as a testament to human strength and the will to restore one’s dignity.

Questioning Legal and Ethical Norms:

Through these cases, it raises critical questions about the functioning of the police, judiciary, and society at large. How can the system be reformed to prevent such wrongful accusations? What mechanisms should be put in place to compensate those who are falsely accused? Bhalla leaves these questions open for debate, encouraging readers to think critically about justice in a democratic society.

The is journalistic yet empathetic, balancing factual accuracy with emotional depth. Writers provide meticulous details about each case, using interviews and official records to paint a full picture of the victims’ plight. The narrative style is engaging, keeping readers invested in the personal stories while also provoking thought on larger legal and societal issues.

While the book does an excellent job of bringing attention to the individuals who have suffered, it sometimes lacks a more in-depth exploration of potential legal reforms. The authors could have dedicated more space to discussing solutions or outlining actionable steps that could help prevent future cases of wrongful accusations.

However “Ba Izzat Bari” is a poignant and necessary examination of the human cost of wrongful accusations in India’s justice system. It is both a critique of the systemic flaws and a tribute to the individuals who have suffered under its weight. For readers interested in law, social justice, or human rights, this book offers an eye-opening look at the harsh realities faced by those who are wrongfully accused and ultimately “honorably acquitted.”

source: http://www.muslimmirror.com / Muslim Mirror / Home> Books> Human Rights> Indian Muslims / September 18th,2024

Ace IAS Academy launches UPSC/KPSC batch 2024-25 with inaugural ceremony

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Mangaluru, KARNATAKA :

Mangaluru:

Ace IAS Academy inaugurated its UPSC/KPSC Batch 2024-25, with Police Sub-Inspector Mushahid Ahmed, an alumnus from the academy’s first batch, officially launching the program.

The event also saw the relaunch of the academy’s website by the Founder President of Ace Foundation, Saduddin Salihi. The occasion was graced by Abdul Salaam, retired General Manager of KIOCL, as the Guest of Honour.

Following the inauguration, a workshop on “Effective Communication” was conducted by motivational speaker and life coach, Saif Sulthan Syed.

The event was attended by the trustees of Ace Foundation, B.S. Muhammad Basheer, Siraj Ahmed, and Shahul Hameed. Nazeer Ahmed, Director of Ace IAS Academy, welcomed the dignitaries and students, while Academic Coordinator Hilaal Raafi hosted the event.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / September 10th, 2024

Lest We Forget Kargil War Hero Vir Chakra Captain Haneefuddin!

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NEW DELHI :

Pakistan’s misadventure in Kargil will be remembered not only for the convincing win of the brave Indian army but also for some of the heroes who sacrificed their lives for our dear motherland. Prominent among those heroes was a 25-year young Captain Haneefuddin of 11 Rajputana Rifles who led from the front and made the ultimate sacrifice. Martyr Vir Chakra Captain Haneefuddin had to be from the Dilwalon ki Dilli! Truly, he had a large heart for he volunteered to command an operation to capture a post which would give a vantage position to observe the enemy’s movements.

It was quite early days of Kargil war when there was hardly any information available about the enemy troops. A company of 11 Rajputana Rifles was deployed in Operation Thunderbolt on June 6th, 1999 led by Captain Haneefuddin. It was at an altitude of 18,000 feet in the Turtuk region. The Mission: To capture a position in the region which would facilitate the Indian army to monitor the movements of the enemy troops better. The capture of this position would give the troops a strategic advantage in those early stages of the war. Captain Haneef volunteered for this Operation Thunderbolt as it was his ingrained in his nature to lead from the front. He set off for the vital operation with one junior commissioned officer and three other ranks. They made significant strides on the nights of 4th and 5th June 1999. They captured nearby positions. They captured the adjacent position and set out their advance on 6th June 1999 to capture the position they desired. They were undaunted by an altitude of 18,500 feet and extremely cold temperatures. They were however spotted by the enemy and fired upon. A firefight followed, against an enemy equipped with heavy artillery.

Captain Haneefuddin was concerned about the safety of his team more than himself. He took up a position and fearlessly showered bullets on the enemy. In the exchange of bullets, he was severely injured. But he kept engaging the cunning enemy, until his boys were safe from the enemy fire. Unfortunately, he ran out of ammunition and he was shot from all directions. He succumbed to his injuries, just 200 meters from the position they valiantly set out to capture. He displayed extraordinary valor in the face of the enemy and cared more about his team’s safety than his own. Captain Haneefuddin attained martyrdom at the young age of 25. It was exactly two years after he was commissioned in the army. But his body could not be retrieved due to heavy firing till a brave Colonel Bhatia and his illustrious team set out to retrieve the body. It was on 18th  July, 43 days after Haneef’s martyrdom, Captain S K Dhiman, Major Sanjay Vishwas Rao, Lieutenant Ashish Bhalla, Havaldar Surinder and Rifleman Dharam Vir volunteered for the task.

Col. Bhatia and his team carefully negotiated the deadly precipices. The team managed to locate the brave heroes Haneef and Parvesh. They extricated the frozen bodies. Dragging them behind the boulders, the team carried the fallen heroes on their backs. They walk quietly through the night, reaching Zangpal by early morning. A helicopter carried the bodies away as the brave Colonel Bhatia watched the body bags with moist eyes for one last time.

Vir Chakra Captain Haneefuddin’s mother Hema Aziz had paid tribute to her martyr son thus:  “As a soldier, Capt Haneef served his country with pride and dedication. “There cannot be a greater statement on his valor than his death which came while fighting the enemy.” Later, a subsector in the battle zone was named as Subsector Captain Haneefuddin.

It is interesting to note that Captain Haneefuddin had gone to fight for 11 Rajputana Rifles whose war cry is ‘Raja Ram Chandra ki Jai’. Twenty years later, in February 2020, in Captain Haneefuddin’s hometown – Delhi, a similar war cry —  Jai Sri Ram was used by the rioters who looted, raped, killed innocents, destroyed 11 mosques and burnt down the copies of the Holy Quran, according to the just released report of the Delhi Minorities Commission. Those who carried out this pogram do not have guts to go to the borders and fight the enemies Pakistan and China. Instead, they choose our own citizens!

Where have the Dilwallas disappeared from Dilli?  Lest we forget Kargil War Hero Vir Chakra Captain Haneefuddin and other heroes!

source: http://www.beyondheadlines.in / Beyond Headlines / Home> Lead / by Dr Ahmed Mohiuddin Siddiqui / July 27th, 2024

Falkia Khan enters HI -VIBE BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS

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Mysuru, KARNATAKA :

Mysuru: 

Falkia Khan, the Brand ambassador of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan of Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has set a record in HI -VIBE BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS as an EXCEPTIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS OF A YOUNG GIRL IN HER ACADEMIC AND NON ACADEMIC DOMAIN for energetic achievers platform.

Falkia Khan is the daughter of Ajajulla Khan and Farheen Khan, residents of Rajivnagar in the city. She is studying in Second year PUC in PCMB at St Joseph’s PU College for girls in Sathagalli.

Following is the list of achievements of Falkia :

1. Zone Member for JCI. She serves as CHAIRMAN OF KARNATAKA for Junior jaycees Wing.

2. She is appointed as BRAND AMBASSADOR for the SWACHH BHARAT ABHIYAN by MYSORE CITY CORPORATION for the year 2023-24.

3. She has been Conffered with the HI VIBE BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS in Intelligence category with the title EXCEPTIONAL TALENT OF A YOUNG GIRL IN ACADEMIC AND NON ACADEMIC DOMAIN.

4. She is INDIA BOOK OF RECORD holder as youngest Teen to give Maximum Public speaking.

5. She has won prestigious PRERANA AWARD 2022 from BJP State Government.

6. She has won GOLD MEDAL in NATIONAL MUAY THAI CHAMPIONSHIP.

7. She has been awarded as the ICONIC SPEAKER OF THE YEAR 2024 in  ASIA’s 100 INFLUENTIAL WOMEN 

8. She has won prestigious KANNADA RAJYOTSAVA AWARD by Mysuru District Kannada Sahitya Parishat

9.She has wonTwice gold in district level

10.Twice gold in State level

11. Once gold in National level Muay Thai, Boxing and Kick Boxing Championships

12. Won Gold and silver in  International Maths Olympaid

13. 3 Gold medals in spell bee competitions held in Bengaluru.

14. Gold in National Speech Contest conducted in Delhi

15. Won Twice First Prize in State level Abacus.

16. Participated in National level & State level Effective Public Speaking competitions.

17. Won First Prize in DISTRICT LEVEL ELOCUTION competition held in SHESHADRIPURAM COLLEGE, Mysuru 

18. Invited by DCP OF MYSORE in KARNATAKA POLICE ACADEMY  for addressing motivational seminar for lady police officers.

19. Invited as Guest of Honour for Women’s Day by TRINITY DEGREE COLLEGE.

20. Invited as guest speaker by HR Forum Mysore.

21. Invited by St Joseph’s Degree College as a guest speaker on occasion of English Literature Fest.

22. She has donated her 11 inches of hair for cancer patients.

23. She was invited by RED FM 93.5 for interview on the occassion of YOUTH SKILLS DAY

24. Won First Prize in STATE LEVEL ELOCUTION Competition held on DIGVIJAY DIWAS 2023

25. She has won Semi Final level debate competition organised by TIMES OF INDIA and selected for zonal level.

26. An article has been written about her in Glowing femme magazine

27. She has won HOYSALA and KELADI CHENAMMA Awards by Mysore District  WOMEN AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Falkia dreams to become Indian Foreign Service (IFS) Officer and make country proud at international level.

She owns an youtube channel named WHIZZ SIBLINGS, where she delivers speeches on educational & motivational topics. She loves to travel and explore the world. She believes in herself and that’s the secret of her success.

– Team Mysoorunews 

source: http://www.mysoorunews.com / Mysooru News / Home> Featured Stories / by Newsdesk – Team MysooruNews / September 07th, 2024

WORLD RECORD- SHOOTING: ’02nd World Deaf Shooting Championship 2024′ : Dhanush Srikanth breaks 02 world records, Shourya Saini claims Silver and Mohammed Murtaza Vania claims Silver as India sweeps men’s air rifle event in Hanover, Germany

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INDIA :

World Deaf Shooting Championship: Dhanush breaks world records as India sweeps men’s air rifle event (Photo: X) / (L to R) Shourya Saini, Dhanush Srikanth (Centre) and Mohammed Murtaza Vania

New Delhi :

India dominated the men’s 10m air rifle event on day two of the second World Deaf Shooting Championship in Hanover, Germany, with Dhanush Srikanth, Shourya Saini, and Mohammed Murtaza Vania making a clean sweep of the medals.

Dhanush set two world records in a single day, first by scoring 632.7 in the qualification round, followed by a stunning 251.7 in the final.

His performance left Shourya, who secured the silver with a score of 249.9, trailing by a significant margin.

Mohammed Murtaza Vania claimed the bronze with a score of 226.2.

In addition to their success in the men’s event, India also shone bright in the women’s category with Mahit Sandhu and Natasha Joshi winning silver and bronze respectively, adding to the country’s medals tally.

The Indian contingent had already secured four medals on the first day of the competition, including one gold, two silver and a bronze.

( Source : PTI )

source http://www.deccanchronicle.com / Deccan Chronicle / Home> Sports / by PTI (headline edited) /September 02nd, 2024

City Muslim girl Sarah Rizvi takes Urdu route to IAS

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Mumbai, MAHARASHTRA :

Mumbai:

Sarah Rizvi has done her bit to issue a blow to the stereotype of the Muslim woman, moderately educated and socially subjugated, ensconced in hijab. She has cleared the IAS exam, ranking 86th among 734 successful candidates. More remarkably perhaps, she has achieved the feat with Urdu literature as one of her optional subjects.
 

“Urdu is my mothertongue. I learnt Urdu and Persian from my late grandfather, Khalid Hussain Khan, who was a lawyer in Uttar Pradesh. I have read Urdu poems and novels since childhood. My Urdu writing speed was bad but I wrote a page a day and that improved my pace of writing,’’ Sarah said. Mohammed Iqbal was, for her, the most difficult poet to understand. “But his shayeri is fabulous,’’ she said of the Kashmiri poet who wrote Sare Jahan se achchha, Hindustan hamara.
 

After finishing BCom from MMK College in 2003, Sarah attended a lecture on competitive exams by K M Arif, educationist and chairman of Alliance Foundation. That inspired her to go for the IAS. “I tried twice but could not clear even the preliminary stage. This was my third attempt and, masha Allah, I passed,’’ the 25-year-old said, adding that her success was the outcome of 10-12 hours of study a day.
 

While doing her BCom, Sarah also completed her foundation course in chartered accountancy. “I wanted to become a CA but Dr Arif suggested I study for the IAS exam instead. I was clueless about the exam procedure and the requisite study material but my family supported me,’’ she said. Sarah was also awarded a scholarship by MESCO, an NGO.
 

Sarah is now posted as section officer in the Haryana Accountant-General’s office.
 

Sarah’s father, Afzal Ahmed, a science graduate, and mother Nigar, an arts graduate from Aligarh Muslim University, run a small garments business.

Her elder brother, Wasif, a civil engineer, is working for a company in Dubai and Sarah’s twin sister, Sameera, a graduate in computer applications, from National College, is married and lives in Bahrain. “I feel more Mulims, especially women, should go for the competitive exams. Many women don’t even know what these exams are about but awareness is spreading,’’ Sarah said.
 

“This subject gives us an inside knowledge of government administration. And the topics are similar to the business administration course matter I read in college,” Sarah said, explaining why she chose public administration over accountancy as one of the optionals.
 

Sarah did her schooling from Canossa Convent School and St. Louis Convent High School in Andheri. She later joined CWC College for Commerce and Economics and eventually graduated from MMK College with 75.7 per cent marks.

(Courtesy Times of India)

source: http://www.ummid.com / Ummid.com / Home / by Mateen Hafeez, TNN (headline edited)

Girl Student Tops, The list of Muslim UPSC Candidates

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INDIA :

31 Muslims figure in the list of 791 recommended candidates.

New Delhi: 

A girl student topped the list of the successful Muslim UPSC candidates when the results were announced yesterday. Of the total 791 candidates recommended by the commission in its list for various government posts, 31 are Muslims and the girl student topping them in the list is among the top 100 Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) successful candidates.

According to the press release issued by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Sufiyah Faruqui ranking 20 in the list of 791 candidates is among the list of 100 toppers for which the results were announced by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) yesterday. Sufiyah is on top in the list of 31 Muslim candidates who figure in the list released by the commission that includes three other Muslim girls besides her.

While Sarfaraz Ahmad ranking 26, Shaid Iqbal ranking 51,Tamboli Ayyaz ranking 75 and Sadre Alam ranking 90 are other Muslims who are in the top 100 list, Koya Praveen ranking 120, Ayesha Rania ranking 139 and Sabiha Rizvi ranking 303 are the other three Muslim girls who stand in the list of 791 successful candidates.

The results were announced yesterday based on the written part of Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2008 held by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in October-November, 2008 and the interviews for Personality Test held in March-April, 2009.

A total of 791 candidates have been recommended by the commission for appointment including 364 General (including 13 Physically Challenged candidates), 236 Other Backward Classes (including 07 Physically Challenged candidates), 130 Scheduled Castes and 61 Scheduled Tribes candidates.

Owing to the poor representation of Muslims in the Union Public Service sector, the Muslim Institutions like Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Jamia Hamdard, Delhi and Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi are running special coaching classes for UPSC students since past three years.

“The result shows that Muslim representation for this year’s UPSC exams stands at 3.92%, a better progress compared to 3.6% in 2006 and 3.1% in 2007”, Omair Anas of Center for West Asian Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University said to ummid.com adding, “However the achievement is still not at par and the institutions engaged in coaching the Muslim students for UPSC exams should pay special attention to contribute substantially in administrative services.”

The recommended candidates would be eligible for various coveted government posts including Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS) and Central Services-Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’.

Appointment to the various services will be made according to the number of vacancies available with due consideration to the provisions contained in Rules 2 and 19 of the Rules of the Examination and subject to the final decision of the Supreme Court / High Court / C.A.Ts. on the S.L.Ps. / R.As/ W.Ps. O.As. pending therein.

The number of vacancies reported by the Government for the Indian Administrative Service is 120 (60 General, 33 Other Backward Classes, 17 Scheduled Castes and 10  Scheduled Tribes); for the Indian Foreign Service is 26 (13 General, 08 Other Backward Classes, 04 Scheduled Castes and 01 Scheduled Tribe); for the Indian Police Service is 130 (65 General, 36 Other Backward Classes, 20 Scheduled Castes and 09 Scheduled Tribes); for the Central Services Group ‘A’ is 546  (282 General, 146 Other Backward Classes, 81 Scheduled Castes and 37 Scheduled Tribes) and for Central Services Group ‘B’ is 59 ( 34 General, 13 Other Backward Classes, 08 Scheduled Castes and 04 Scheduled Tribes). This includes 20 vacancies for Physically Challenged candidates.

List of the 31 Muslim Candidates with their Ranks:

20: 002666: SUFIYAH FARUQUI

26: 010669: SARFARAZ AHMAD

51: 192126: SHAID IQBAL

75: 079564: TAMBOLI AYYAJ FAKIRBHAI

90: 001339: SADRE ALAM

120 003004 KOYA PRAVEEN

128: 024509: MASOOM ALI SARWAR

134: 003602: IMTIAZ ISMAIL PARRAY

139: 131443: AYESHA RANI A

169: 056251: ZIAUL HAQUE

244: 114573: ASHIQUZZAMAN

257: 043392: BASIR AHMED

303: 004357: SABIHA RIZVI

304: 010883: ANEES AHMAD ANSARI

353:008606 PATTAN IMTIYAZ KHAN

382: 010383: MASHHOOD UR REHMAN FAROOQUI

393: 104282: SHAHNAWAZ UL RAHMAN

398: 039145:0020: CHAN BASHA M

460: 102384: KAZI SUHAIL ANEESAHMED

472: 147935: T K SHIBU

499: 102579: TARIQ MABOOD

502: 051643: GEELANI BASHA K S M

523: 290928: R GULZAR BEGUM

540: 056907: MOHD SHAHID ALAM

546: 108290: MOHD FAIZAN NAYYAR

582: 303331: MAHFOOZUR REHMAN

595: 004523: MD SADIQUE ALAM

603: 002722: MD SALIK PARWAIZ

606: 018478: MD FAIZUL HAQUE

619: 079717: MOHAMMED YUSUF QURESHI

664: 055051: ABDUL HAKEEM M

source: http://www.ummid.com / Ummid.com / Home / by Staff Reporter / May 05th, 2009

Numismatist Ab Razzaque of Malegaon passes away

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Malegaon (Nashik District), MAHARASHTRA :

Ab Razzaque, a numismatist based in Malegaon, died due to brain hemorrhage Saturday September 7, 2024

Malegaon: 

Ab Razzaque, a numismatist based in Malegaon, died due to brain hemorrhage Saturday September 7, 2024, family sources said.

Ab Razzaque was a ‘hobby numismatist’ fond of collecting old currency notes, coins and postal stamps.

However, Ab Razzque had another distinction of collecting photographs, wedding cards and other such things of local residents, especially renowned personalities and historical figures, of Malegaon.

Another distinguishing feature of Ab Razzaque, was the background and historical accounts of the photographs of the people he had collected.

Abdul Razzaque was the only son of Dr Ramzan, founder of Maulana Azad School Malegaon.

He is survived by mother, and daughter Sana. Sana is a teacher at Rehnuma School in Malegaon.

Following is an article written by Editor ummid.com Aleem Faizee that was published in The Times of India Nashik on March 29, 2008.

A Frail Persona with a Strong Desire

Collecting the historical accounts for the future generation has always been a daunting task. Read on as Aleem Faizee interacts with a man who has not only collected rare photographs but has also memorized the history associated with them.

“Look. This is Ayesha Hakim, the former MLA of Malegaon sitting with then Chief Minister of the State Yashwantrao Chavan. This is Siddique Haji, the first child of the town who went for Hajj in his childhood. And look this is Sumayya, the first Muslim lady Bus-Conductor from Malegaon”, narrates Ab. Razzaque simultaneously picking up the photographs one by one from his huge collection.

Abdur Razzaq has collected hundreds of photographs of the Malegaonians who have contributed in any sort to the town in making what it is today.

Apart from having photographs depicting few of the historical events associated with the town, he also has under his possession some snaps of the people the world just doesn’t know they belong to the town.

More influencing than the unique collection is the way the young chap describes the historical accounts behind every photograph he collected after years of hard work and the quickness with which he recognizes them.

Ask him about any photograph and he immediately starts as if he is reading from a book. Displaying a photograph in which a musician is playing on a fluid, Razzak says:

“This is Zawwar Husain of Malegaon who played on the flute for Mohe Panghat Pe …, the famous song from Mughal-e-Azam.”

He picks up another photograph and goes on.

“This is yet another rare photograph showing Shahnawaz Bhutto, the grandfather of slain Former Premier of Pakistan Benazir Bhutto, sitting in the lawns of Malegaon Municipal Council with then Councilors.”

And then he rummages around into his collection for a while before ending with two photographs. Displaying the first, he says:

“This is the original snapshot showing the gravity of the flood that had stormed Malegaon in 1969.”

This is not the end. His commentary goes on.

“This was taken at 03:30 in the afternoon from the stairs of Sardar Talkies, which has recently been converted into a shopping complex.”

As soon as he ends with this annotation, he picks up the other snaps and continues:

“This is a pre-1863 photograph of Malegaon Municipal Council against the backdrop of the historic fort which was then carrying its activities in a small shack.”

Physically very frail and a stammer who stumbles while speaking, Razzaque is financially also like his physical self. But the desire for this unique habit keeps him going.

“My father was sitting with his friends. With some newspapers in front of them, they were discussing the importance of collecting the historical accounts for the future generation”, Razzaque who is planning to publish a book recalls.

“This prompted me to collecting these photographs and the stories behind them”, he said.

source: http://www.ummid.com / Ummid.com / Home> Life & Style> by Ummid.com Staff Reporter / September 07th, 2024

Remembering Maulana who hoisted Tricolour in front of 300 British cops

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Ludhiana, PUNJAB:

Prayers being offered at Jama Masjid in memory of Maulana Habib-ur-Rehman Ludhianvi. Tribune photo: Himanshu Mahajan

Ludhiana :

A prayer was organised at the local Jama Masjid in remembrance of Maulana Habib-ur-Rehman Ludhianvi, the man who stood up and raised his voice against the Divide and Rule policy of the British. Today, was his 68th death anniversary.

Maulana Habib-ur-Rehman Ludhianvi

Ludhianvi was one of the founders of Majlis-e-Ahrar-e-Islam and was the direct descendant of Shah Abdul Qadir Ludhianvi, who fought against the British colonial rule during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. In British records, he has been described as a fiery speaker who exercised considerable influence on people in the region.

In 1929, to oppose the idea of partition, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted the Tricolour on the banks of Ravi for the first time and at the same time, Ludhianvi hoisted the same flag at Jama Masjid in Ludhiana in the presence of over 300 British policemen and was arrested.

“When the entire nation was suffering under the Divide and Rule policy of the British, it was he who stood up and raised his voice,” said Mohammad Usman Rehmani Ludhianvi, the Shahi Imam of Punjab, remembering his great grandfather.

Voices calling out “Hindu paani lelo, Muslim paani lelo” were common at the railway stations as there were separate pitchers of water for the Hindus and the Muslims. But in 1929, Maulana Habib-ur-Rehman Ludhianvi raised his voice against this and protested at Ghaas Mandi Chowk, Ludhiana and, with the help of his volunteers, broke earthen pots.

As a result, the British government was forced to install one common pitcher at all railway stations across the country giving the message “sabka paani ek hai”. In this activity, nearly 50 volunteers were arrested and sent to jail, he shared.

“My great grandfather decided to stay back in this part of Punjab although many of their relatives migrated to Pakistan. He was deeply pained by the Partition and later in order to help women to get back to their respective families, he had set up a ‘Phir Basau’ committee. Thousands of women returned to their parents under this exchange programme,” he said. Maulana, though not a poet, was well-versed in poetry and used to host poetic evening once a month, he shared.

Subhash Chandra Bose took refuge for three days at his home while on his way to Japan. Similarly, Bhagat Singh’s mother, brother and sister also stayed at his place during the freedom struggle.

Habib-ur-Rehman had to spend 14 years in prison in various places including Shimla, Mianwali, Multan, Ludhiana and Dharamsala.

He was confined in cold places during winters and hot ones in summer. He contracted a serious infection in jail due to which he died on September 2, 1956.

source: http://www.tribuneindia.com / The Tribune / Home> Ludhiana / by Manav Mander / Tribune News Service / September 03rd, 2024