JF Winter Festival 2025 Celebrated with Grandeur in Riyadh
Jam’iyyatul Falah (JF), Riyadh, successfully organized its annual flagship event, “JF Winter Festival 2025,” at Al Masiya Resort, Riyadh, on Friday, December 12. The event witnessed an overwhelming participation of around 1,000+ guests, including families from various parts of India, reflecting the unity, diversity, and strength of the community.
The programme commenced with the recitation of verses from the Holy Qur’an by Ismail Musliyar Kalminja, setting a spiritual and inspiring tone for the evening.
Following the Qur’an recitation, the Master of Ceremony, Mr. Nazeer Ahmed, invited Mr. Salman Noor, President of Jam’iyyatul Falah Riyadh, to the stage along with Mr. Abubaker Irfan Shaikh (General Secretary), Mr. Mohammed Ashfaque (NRU Chief), Mr. Hameed Wenz (Ex-President, Jam’iyyatul Falah Riyadh), and other Senior Members.
The Chief Guests for the event were Mr. Zakaria Bajpe, CEO of AlMuzain, KSA, and Mr. Mohammed Yunus, CEO of Sandtec Company.
Welcome Address & JF Documentary
In his welcome address, Mr. Salman Noor extended a warm greeting to all guests and presented an overview of Jam’iyyatul Falah’s activities in India and Riyadh. A comprehensive documentary highlighting JF’s achievements, ongoing initiatives, and future projects were screened, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
Jam’iyyatul Falah, Riyadh, has been actively organizing various community activities such as Annual Get-Together, Cricket and Volleyball Tournaments, Student Awards Distributions, Personality Development Programs, and Parenting & Career Guidance Sessions. Through these initiatives, Jam’iyyatul Falah not only educates and entertains the community, but also brings together people from South Canara and other regions, fostering unity and brotherhood.
The Jam’iyyatul Falah Get-Together is one of the most popular events, as it helps relieve the emotional and social pressures of living away from home. In India, Jam’iyyatul Falah continues its mission of uplifting the underprivileged through education and social welfare programs.
Jam’iyyatul Falah, Riyadh, has been organizing such community-cantered events for over 37 years, strengthening bonds among expatriates while supporting underprivileged communities in Mangalore and Udupi districts. The JF Winter Festival 2025 once again stood as a testament to unity, service, and compassion.
Inspirational Addresses
The Jam’iyyatul Falah – Riyadh felicitated Mr. Zakaria Bajpe for being honoured with the Kannada Rajyotsava Award 2025, one of the highest civilian awards bestowed by the Government of Karnataka.
Chief Guest Mr. Zakaria Bajpe, recipient of the Prestigious Kannada Rajyotsava Award 2025, shared his inspiring life journey, highlighting humility, perseverance, and commitment to social responsibility. He emphasized the importance of giving back to society and supporting education and welfare initiatives.
Mr. Mohammed Yunus, a proud member of Jam’iyyatul Falah, spoke about his long association with the organization and his involvement in landmark documentary projects such as Akrandana, Munnade, and Parivarthane. He emphasized the importance of philanthropy and community service in building a strong and compassionate society.
Jam’iyyatul Falah – Riyadh paid heartfelt tribute to late Br. Abdul Azeez of Kushal Nagar, a dedicated associate of Jam’iyyatul Falah and other community organizations, who recently departed from us.
Br. Abdul Aziz was known for his commitment, sincerity, and active involvement in community service. His contributions and association with JF will always be remembered with gratitude and respect.
As a mark of love and remembrance, Jam’iyyatul Falah – Riyadh presented a memento to his son, Abdul Rehman honouring the legacy and service of the departed soul.
Keynote & Entertainment
The Keynote Speaker, Br. Yaseen Baig, delivered an insightful lecture on Parenting, which was highly appreciated by the audience.
The event featured:
⦁ Islamic and General Knowledge Quiz & Spot Games conducted by Nazeer Ahmed and Haneef Bardila
⦁ Outdoor games for Men’s (Volley Ball & Tug-of-War) were conducted by the sports coordinators. all the participants played with full of energy. And also many games for children were also conducted.
Major Prizes Included:
⦁ Umrah Package sponsored by Mangalore Group Hajj & Umrah
⦁ 3-night Dubai stay with round-trip air ticket, sponsored by Wenz Homez Real Estate, won by Br. Usman Gulvadi.
Food, Activities & Medical Camp
A delicious and well-arranged dinner comprising a variety of dishes, along with soft drinks, fresh juices, and assorted fruits—generously sponsored by Bahjat Al-Manama Co..—was served to all attendees. In addition, a special Churmuri counter became a major attraction of the evening, drawing enthusiastic participation and appreciation from members of all age groups.
A Free Medical Camp, organized by Durrat Lamar Medical Company (DLMC) under the leadership of Dr. Moin, benefited many attendees through BP and Sugar checks.
Counters & Sponsors
Display and Promotional counters were showcased by:
⦁ PRAN, MERCELEY’S Ice Cream, Almarai Flavoured Milk (Salted Caramel)
⦁ Air Link Cargo, Wenz Homez Real Estate, Township Real Estate, and others
Sponsors
The main sponsors of the event included Wenz Homez, Shaya Development Trading & Contracting Co., Al Muzain, Durar Masagh Group, Energia, Sandtec Company, Universal Spare Parts, Crepe & Dip, Delta Infra Global Logistics, PRAN, Durrat Lamar Medical Company, Optimum, MERCELEY’S Ice Cream, Al Marai KSA, , Airlink Cargo Agency, Rio International, Township Real Estate, Bahjat Al-Manama, Mayar, Mangalore Group Hajj & Umrah, along with several philanthropic individuals.
Event Management & Volunteers
The event was meticulously managed by Sharif Ahmed (Event Manager) along with dedicated teams.
⦁ Registration Team: Sadique Mohideen, Akhil Ganjimut, Pervez Ahmed, Fazlur Rehman
⦁ Stage Program & Quiz: Nazeer Ahmed & Haneef Bardila
⦁ Food Arrangements: Sharif Thokur, GK Shaikh, Hameed Nazeer, Irshad Mohideen, Sameen Gurukambla, Imran, Fareed, Sarfaraz
⦁ Outdoor Games: Ayaz Ahmed, Javed Khan, Mohammed Mahir, Mohammed Gazali and team
Women volunteers conducted Islamic lectures, quizzes, and games on the ladies’ side.
Vote of Thanks
Br. Nazeer Ahmed delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to sponsors, donors, volunteers, attendees, and the Executive Committee for making the event a grand success.
About Jam’iyyatul Falah
Jam’iyyatul Falah – Serving Humanity Since 1988
Established in 1988 and headquartered in Mangalore, Karnataka, India, Jam’iyyatul Falah is a Karnataka State Government Award-winning NGO, recognized as the “Best NGO.” For over 37 years, JF has been serving the underprivileged through education, healthcare, and community service.
Key Initiatives of Jam’iyyatul Falah
Jam’iyyatul Falah supports the underprivileged through free education with mid-day meals for 450+ rural students, scholarships for 3,000+ students annually, free books, and sponsorships for orphaned and economically challenged children.
JF also manages a 137-bed Boys Hostel and a 10-bed Ladies Hostel, providing safe accommodation for students.
In healthcare, JF has installed 12 dialysis machines in hospitals for free treatment, operates community clinics, provides ambulance services, and extends regular medical aid to needy families.
The JF Kaup Clinic (Kaup, Mangalore) offers free consultations, diagnostics, medicines, and health camps, serving 400+ patients every month with the support of dedicated doctors and volunteers.
Upcoming Major Projects
⦁ Green View Law College & Education Hub, Moodbidri
⦁ Ladies Hostel Project, Mangalore
⦁ Boys Hostel Project, Manipal (Udupi)
These initiatives aim to strengthen educational infrastructure and provide safe accommodation for students.