Media Release
Jubail, Aug 25: Commemorating India’s 71st Independence, Indian Social Forum, Karnataka State Committee held an Independence Day programme for NRI Indians recently at Jubail Cookxon Restaurant.
Speaking here, Nazeer Thumbe, executive member of the forum said that people from all religions and walks of life be it workers, women, students, writers, dalits and minorities have sacrificed their lives for the freedom struggle. It is unfortunate that in independent India, minorities, dalits, women, writers and students are still fighting for the freedom to live, freedom to eat and freedom to speak. It is due to this, the general public is still confused as to who has received freedom in India.
In his presidential speech, Arif Jokatte, president of Indian Social Forum, Karnataka State Committee said that patriotism is not loving one's government. Raising one's voice against anti-people policies and fighting for social justice is the real meaning of patriotism. It is the responsibility of each Indian to actively participate in all its developments.
The guests present on the dais were Athaullah Uchila president of Indian Fraternity Forum eastern province, Ibrahim Venoor vice president of Indian Social Forum Jubail.
On account of India's Independence Day, a sports meets with a variety of games was held at Jubail for its members. Prizes were distributed to the winners on the occasion. Ashraf Kukkaje, state general secretary of Indian Social Forum welcomed the guests and delivered the introductory speech. Jubail vice president Ibrahim Venoor delivered the vote of thanks. Mohammad Samath Jubail Social Forum branch committee member coordinated the programme.
The programme was initiated by a unity song 'Saare Jahan Se Achha' and concluded with the National Anthem. Sweets and refreshments were served among the NRI Indians present.