Media Release

Kuwait, Aug 29: The members of Tulu Koota recently bid farewell to S M Farooq, who is leaving Kuwait for a noble cause at the New Salmiya Playschool, Rumaithiya.

S M Farooq, a native of Mangalore, executive member of Tulu Koota Kuwait is well known for his charming ways in the association. He was felicitated with a shawl and a memento by the president, Ramesh Kidiyoor, and advisors; Sudhakar Shetty and Swarna Shetty.

The dignitaries and the assembled members spoke high about Farooq. Ramesh Kidiyoor, said it was a real loss to the association to miss his selfless services and expressed best wishes for his future and wished good health for his father.

Sudhakar Shetty fondly remembered how he always spoke and stood up for what he thought was right. He also said that it was very proud moment for them to know that a son is leaving the comforts of this land to lend a helping hand to his father. Swarna Shetty, who took him as a friend, a brother and a mentor said that he was an excellent worker in the association.

Other members of the association Suresh Salian, Harish Bhandary, Yadunath Alva, Sathya Narayan and Chandrahas Shetty spoke very fondly about Farooq.

The farewell program was conducted by the vice president, Tharendra Shettigar and concluded with a vote of thanks by general secretary, Sathya Narayan, followed by delicious lunch served by Oriental restaurant.