As part of its efforts to support poor families, the Kuwait Kerala Muslim Association (KKMA), Karnataka Branch handed over two newly built houses on June 20 under its flagship project, ‘Home for Homeless’.
The houses were given to deserving families in the villages of Nelyadi and Kukkaje of Dakshina Kannada, who were in need of permanent shelter. With this, KKMA has now completed 17 homes under the project, marking an important achievement in its mission to help the underprivileged.
The key handover event was attended by senior leaders from KKMA Central, Kerala, and Karnataka units. Their presence showed the unity and strong commitment of the organization toward community service.
The ‘Home for Homeless’ project is led by the KKMA Karnataka Branch and its State Committee. The goal is to build strong, good-quality homes that improve the lives of poor families in rural areas. The project is a clear example of KKMA’s long-term dedication to social welfare.
This work is made possible by the generous support of Malayali and Kannadiga expatriates, as well as kind-hearted donors and well-wishers who believe in helping others and giving back to society.
Important guests at the event included KKMA Patron P. K. Akbar Siddique, KKMA Kerala State Secretary Abdul Razak Melady, KKMA CFO Rafiq Mulky, KKMA Karnataka State President S. M. Farooq, senior member Rafiq Manchi, and community members Shaz Yusuf, Salam, Adam Aahil, among others.
KKMA celebrates more than 20 years of service, and continues to be recognised for its helpful projects and strong commitment to social responsibility.
source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / June 21st, 2025
The general body meeting of the Karnataka branch of Kuwait Kerala Muslim Association (KKMA), the largest social and community service organization of the Indian diaspora in Kuwait, was held at the Indian Community School Khaitan Auditorium on Friday, February 02.
The meeting started with a beautiful recitation of the Holy Quran by Master Mohammed Saihaan.
Nizam N, Vice-president of the KKMA Central Committee (Social Projects and Benefits), inaugurated the program while Karnataka branch General Secretary Mohammed Amin Sheik delivered the welcome address.
In his presidential address, Branch President Yusuf Rasheed highlighted the achievements of KKMA in various charitable social activities, including Family Benefit Scheme (FBS), Educational Scholarship Program (ESP), Kidney Dialysis Centers (KDC), Medical Assistance Program (MAP), Home for Homeless Deserved Families and Housing Improvement Program (HIP) and Magnet Team Service for the expat patients in Kuwait and repatriation of corpse to their home country. He also appreciated and thanked the team members for their selfless, dedicated service in the charitable activities.
Branch senior leader and Central Committee Development Vice-president Abdul Jabbar Gurpur presented the annual report detailing the past two-year’s activities and achievements of the branch. The finance report, which was presented by branch senior leader and Central Committee CFO Sayed Rafik, was unanimously approved by the members.
Active members of the branch Noushad Hussain, Firoz Abdul Samad, Najmuddin Usman Takey, D M Ansar and Irshad Nazeer Ahmed were felicitated for their excellent performance.
Shoukath Shirva Waseem Hisham, Najmuddin and Mabiya Adam were awarded for their contribution to the membership campaign.
The existing committee was dissolved by President Yusuf Rasheed, following which, the new committee for 2024-25 was formed under the supervision of returning officer Muneer Kuniya, Treasurer, KKMA Central Committee. Yusuf Rasheed was unanimously elected as the new president of KKMA Karnataka Branch for the next two years.
The newly elected president Yusuf Rasheed expressed his gratitude for the opportunity provided by KKMA. He also thanked the State President SM Farook for his selfless service and sincere support in implementing the various socio-community services back home.
KKMA Karnataka Branch senior leader and Central Committee working president BM Iqbal briefed the various privileges available for KKMA members in Kuwait as well as in India from the various business firms such as clinics, hospitals and hypermarkets.
State President SM Farook, in his message after the election, congratulated the new office-bearers and highlighted the importance of charity and team work. One of the senior well-known social worker Janab Hassan Yusuf Kankanady complimented the newly elected management committee, and stressed on the importance of teamwork as it makes ‘dream work’.
The new office-bearers of all six zones of the Karnataka Branch were introduced on the occasion. Senior leaders Mohammed Nazeer Bolar, Azhar Sheik, Syed Manipur, Abdul Latheef Shedia Nasser AV, Abdul Rahiman and audience members Mohammad Yusuf, Abdul Razzak and Abdul Sattar congratulated the new committee and extended their support.
KKMA Central President Ibrahim Kunil, General Secretary KC Rafiq, City Zonal Secretary Mohammed Rayies also graced the occasion.
The program was compered by Abdul Jabbar while FBS Vice-president Mohammed Yusuf Muniyam proposed the vote of thanks.
A large number of members, leaders and well-wishers attended the event, which was followed by a buffet dinner.
The newly appointed office-bearers for the year 2024-2025 are as follows:
Yusuf Rasheed – President
Abdul Rahiman Kana – Working President
Mohammed Amin Sheik – General Secretary
Sharief Ahmed Mulki – Treasurer
Vice-presidents:
Abdul Azeez Ghouse –Membership, Health Scheme, Privilege Card
Mohammed Yusuf Muniyam – FBS, MWS
Naushad Hussain – Relief Cell, KDRC
Mohammed Noufal – Magnet, Legal Cell, Employment Cell
Imthiyaz Abdul Kareem Surinje –Arts & Sports, Event Management
Hashim Ramlan – Skill Development, Moral Development (Religious)
Mabiya Adam Kadaba – Students Development, Family Club
Secretaries:
Shoukath Hussain Abba Shirva – Administration
Irshad Mulki – Communication
source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati/ Home> Gulf / by Vartha Bharati / February 04th, 2024
