Month-long 'Hayya-alal-Falah' campaign concludes

February 21, 2011

Mangalore, February 20: The concept of real success in Islam is surrendering to Almighty Allah. To attain success, it is obligatory for an individual to surrender himself to the Almighty in all means rather than to his own wishes, said Abdullah Javed, State President, Jamat-e-Islami Hind (JIH), Karnataka-Goa.

He was speaking after inaugurating the valedictory conference of the month-long campaign “Hayya-alal-Falah” (Come towards Success) organised by the Youth Wing of JIH on Sunday at City Ground in Deralakatte near here.

He said one should realise the objective of life. Fear of God leads to progress along with evolution of civilisation and society. An individual should have sense of responsibility towards parents, society, and fellow beings, he said.

Yusuf Umari, Member of State Advisory Committee, JIH Kerala, said the call for success “Hayya-alal-Falah” is not only for Muslim community, but for the whole mankind. The youth should adopt the model of lives and messages of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and companions.

He lamented that it is not possible to call ourselves the best community as most members of the community are indulging in un-Islamic practices.

Since its inception, Jamat-e-Islami Hind has been working towards the betterment of the society. It has played a very crucial role in promoting service oriented activities as 'Ibada' (worship), he said.

Abdussalam Vaniyambalam, Vice Chancellor of Islamic University Shanthapuram, spoke on “Present Global Scenario, Message of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and the role of youth”.

Muhammad Kunhi, District Convener, Youthwing and Salim Mambad, State Member of Advisory Committee, Solidarity Kerala also spoke.

Ibrahim Kodijal, senior Congress leader launched a signature campaign against MSEZ using water from Nethravathi river.

Yahya Thangal Madani, Khatheeb, Hawwa Jumma Masjid Bolangady, KM Shareef, Member of Karnataka State Advisory Committee JIH, KM Ashraf, City President of JIH, Azeez Malar, Former member of Zilla Panchayat, Ameen Ahsan, Vice Convener of JIH Coastal region, Abbas Ullal and others were present.

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From Representation to Rivalry: The Sorry State of Muslim Leadership in Karnataka Congress

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January 19,2026

Bengaluru: As the dust settles on the recent legislative session, the corridors of Vidhana Soudha are buzzing with more than just policy talk. A high-stakes game of political musical chairs has begun, exposing a deepening rift within the Congress party’s Muslim leadership as a major Cabinet reshuffle looms.

With the party hierarchy signaling a "50% refresh" to gear up for the 2028 Assembly elections, the race to fill three projected Muslim ministerial berths has transformed from a strategic discussion into an all-out turf war.

The "Star Son" Spark

The internal friction turned public this week following provocative remarks by Zaid Khan, actor and son of Wakf Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan. Zaid’s claim—that his father "helped" secure a ticket for Shivajinagar MLA Rizwan Arshad in 2023—has acted as a lightning rod for resentment.

Rizwan’s camp was quick to fire back, dismissing the comment as a desperate attempt by Zameer to manufacture seniority. "Rizwan’s political pedigree was forged in the NSUI and Youth Congress long before Zameer even stepped into the party," a supporter noted, highlighting Rizwan’s tenure as an AICC secretary and his two-term presidency of the State Youth Congress.

A Tale of Two Loyalists

While both Zameer Ahmed Khan and Rizwan Arshad are staunch allies of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and represent Bengaluru strongholds, their political DNA could not be more different:

• Zameer Ahmed Khan: A four-time MLA who crossed over from JD(S) in 2018. Known for his "overzealous" and often polarizing outreach during communal flashpoints—from the DJ Halli riots to the recent Wakf land notice controversy—his style has frequently left the Congress high command in a state of "discomfort."

• Rizwan Arshad: A homegrown organizational man. Seen as a "quiet performer," Arshad represents the sophisticated, moderate face of the party, preferred by those who find Zameer’s brand of politics too volatile.

The Outsiders Looking In

The bickering isn't limited to a duo. The "Beary" community, represented by leaders like N A Haris and Saleem Ahmed, is demanding its pound of flesh. Saleem Ahmed, the Chief Whip in the Legislative Council, has dropped the veil of diplomacy, openly declaring his ministerial aspirations.

"I was the only working president not included in the Cabinet last time," Saleem noted pointedly, signaling that the "loyalty quota" is no longer enough to keep the peace.

As Chief Minister Siddaramaiah prepares to finalize the list, he faces a delicate balancing act: rewarding the aggressive grassroots mobilization of Zameer’s camp without alienating the organizational stalwarts and minority sub-sects who feel increasingly sidelined by the "Chamarajpet-Shivajinagar" binary.

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