Qatar Indian Social Forum celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr

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Qatar: Qatar Indian Social Forum, prominent Indian expatriate community celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with array of cultural programmes representing rich cultural heritage of Indian subcontinent with skits, folk songs, martial arts, traditional cultural events from different Indian states in different Languages under theme “Celebrating Unity in Diversity”.

Welcoming the gathering, Usman General Secretary of Social forum said “the forum would like to uphold a sense of unity among Indians Despite the difference in their caste, creed, and religion, and cherish different cultural backgrounds, a land that shows unity in Diversity truly reflecting the theme of the evening”.

Social forum president Ayyub Ullal Launched “IndianSocialForum.com” website and delivered Eid message, hosting these types of gatherings will promote respect for each other’s cultural heritage and improve collective commitment towards society at large.

Chief guest of the evening Subramanya Hebbagelu, Vice-President Indian Cultural Center, handed over the “Abdul Latheef Madikeri Memorial Humanitarian Activist Award” for 2022 to Basheer Ahamed, Leader from Social Forum Tamil Nadu and paid tributes to the veteran leader Abdul Latheef Madikeri, who passed away on April last year.

In his speech, Hebbagelu stressed the importance of serving humanity.

Vinod Nair, President, Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) congratulated the gathering and handed over medals to cultural teams including “Thullal-Parai” and “Nagam-16” from Tamil Nadu, Kolkali & “Daughters of Kerala” from Kerala, ‘Tipu Sultan’ Drama from Karnataka, Nasheed from Northern States for their spectacular display.

Ayyub Ullal handed over the “Award of Appreciation” to Master Muhammed Ameen Bin Thaisser, honouring his achievement to become “Fastest Kid to recite” all elements of periodic table.

The meet brought together more than 20 community Leaders representing various Indian states organisation, attracting more than 500 community members.

The programme ended up with a feast for all the participants.

Saeed Kommachi, general secretary, proposed the vote of thanks.

– Team Mysoorunews