Dubai: In a ceremony held recently at Taj Exotica, The Palm, Dubai, NRI entrepreneur Nasir Syed was bestowed with the prestigious Business Icon award by NKN Media, recognizing the achievements of Indian business leaders in the UAE. The event, which celebrated the success stories of 16 icons spanning diverse industries, including Danube Group Chairman Rizwan Sajan, Petrochem Middle East CEO Yogesh Mehta, Thumbay Moideen of Thumbay Group and others.

The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. Shashi Tharoor, former Minister of State for External Affairs and renowned author. Dr. Tharoor presented the award to Nasir Syed.

Hailing from Moodbidri and the son of Syed Mohidin and Khurshida Begum, Nasir Syed has carved a niche for himself as an acclaimed entrepreneur and international superbike rider in the UAE. He holds the position of Founder and CMD at Creative House Scaffolding, an enterprise that stands testament to his entrepreneurial prowess.

The grand event was organized in collaboration with India Today Group, one of India's foremost media houses. The ceremony received widespread attention, being broadcasted on India's prominent news channels, Aaj Tak and India Today TV. The award ceremony aimed to pay tribute to visionary leaders, acknowledging their significant contributions to the UAE's business landscape and community.

Celebrated actors and influencers such as Vivek Oberoi and Salman Yusuff Khan shared exclusive video messages with their dedicated fan base, expressing their anticipation for the event. Adding to the star-studded affair, India's leading news anchor, Rajdeep Sardesai, graced the occasion with his presence, adding to the event's grandeur.

The ceremony served as a captivating platform, showcasing the inspiring journeys and remarkable accomplishments of these distinguished business icons. Engaging 30-minute episodes, highlighting their stories, are slated for broadcast, allowing viewers a glimpse into the experiences and achievements of these influential personalities.

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Nasir Syed bravely embraced the challenge of building and expanding his business without getting stuck into a routine job in a Gulf country. In the early 2000s, Nasir ventured into the scaffolding industry, mounting numerous hurdles to establish his own enterprise. Fueled by a strong work ethic, exceptional customer service, innovative approaches, and an unwavering commitment to quality, he propelled his business to a pivotal moment in 2005. Nasir's company garnered the attention of significant clients, marking a significant turning point in his journey. From that moment on, Nasir never looked back. With determination and perseverance, he continued to progress, one step at a time. Today, the companies he initiated single-handedly provides employment to over 200 individuals, a testament to his remarkable achievement.

Presently, Nasir Syed successfully oversees CHS Creative House, a prominent entity in the scaffolding and formwork sector across the entire UAE. Additionally, he manages VME Valves Factory LLC, renowned for its industrial valve manufacturing, as well as Creative House Events, an organization known for orchestrating world-class events. Furthermore, Nasir directs DSBK – D Super Bike Racing, an esteemed entity that organizes international racing competitions. Under his guidance, these ventures continue to flourish and thrive.

Superbike Racing Champion - Nasir Syed, who once indulged in cricket, football, and badminton during his school and college years, found his true passion in bike racing. Despite the inherent dangers and high costs associated with superbike racing, he was captivated by its thrill. Upon relocating to Dubai, his fascination grew, leading him to immerse himself in the world of superbike racing.

Remarkably, Nasir ventured into this challenging field and emerged as an international champion, clinching victory in 38 professional bike racing competitions. His expertise extended to competing in prestigious events such as the UAE National Championship and the Bahrain Superbike Championship, further solidifying his reputation as a formidable racer.

Nasir has recently founded a new enterprise in Dubai, known as DSBK - D SUPER BIKE RACING. The company has already achieved milestones by successfully hosting its inaugural racing competition. It serves as a unique platform, uniting Superbike racers, their dedicated fan base, and esteemed brands.

Anila Nasir, Nasir's wife, has been the cornerstone of support for her husband in both his business and sporting pursuits, providing encouragement and strength. Their son, Abdul Sami, has already begun carving a niche for himself as a promising superbike racer, following in his father's footsteps. Their other children, Yahya Nasir, daughters Hana Nasir, and Rida Nasir, have settled in Dubai with them.

Nasir, a triumphant entrepreneur and champion superbike racer, has also been actively promoting philanthropic endeavors. His initiatives extend to various social activities, focusing on providing essential aid to deserving individuals in areas such as education and healthcare.

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DSBK - D SUPER BIKE RACING, is also set to host its championship in India next year. Nasir Syed will personally make this announcement during a press conference scheduled in Mumbai on November 4th. Detailed information about this event can be found on the official DSBK Racing Instagram page.(DSBKracing)

This is a feature story published in honor of Kannadiga NRI Nasir Syed and his achievements.

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Mumbai (PTI): In view of Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi's visit to Mumbai on Sunday, the city police are implementing stringent security measures, like not allowing water bottles, metals, coins inside the stadiums and setting up watchtowers to keep an eye on the crowd, officials said.

The police also said taking extra care to avoid any stampede-like situation and to prevent recurrence of the chaotic situation that unfolded in Kolkata during Messi's visit on Saturday as thousands of fans protested inside the Salt Lake stadium here after failing to catch a clear glimpse of the football icon despite paying hefty sums for tickets.

Messi is expected to be present at the Cricket Club of India (Brabourne Stadium) in Mumbai on Sunday for a Padel GOAT Cup event followed by attending a celebrity football match. He is expected to proceed to the Wankhede Stadium for the GOAT India Tour main event around 5 pm.

"In view of Lionel Messi's visit to Mumbai, the police are geared up and have put in place a high level of security arrangements in and around the stadiums located in south Mumbai. Considering the chaos that prevailed in Kolkata and the security breach, we have deployed World Cup-level security arrangements at Brabourne and Wankhede stadiums," an official said.

Expecting heavy crowd near the stadiums during Messi's visit, the city police force has deployed more than 2,000 of its personnel near and around both the venues, he said.

As the Mumbai police have the experience of security 'bandobast' during the victory parade of ICC World Cup-winning Indian team and World Cup final match at the Wankhede Stadium, in which over one lakh cricket fans had gathered, we are prepared to handle a large crowd of fans, he said.

"We are trying to avoid the errors that occurred in the past," the official said.

There is no place to sneak inside the stadiums in Mumbai like the Kolkata stadium, according to him.

The police are also asking the organisers to provide all the required facilities to the fans inside the stadium, so that there will be no chaos, he said, adding the spectators have purchased tickets in the range of Rs 5,000 to 25,000. After paying so much of amount, any spectator expects proper services, while enjoying the event, he said.

The police are expecting 33,000 spectators at the Wankhede Stadium and over 4,000 at Brabourne Stadium. Besides this, more than 30,000 people are expected outside and around the stadiums just to have a glimpse of the football sensation, he said.

The organisers responsible for Messi's India visit recently came to Mumbai to discuss security arrangements. During the meeting, the Mumbai police asked them not to take the event lightly, according to the official.

After those requirements were fulfilled, the final security deployment was chalked out, he said.

Police has the standard procedure of the security arrangements inside the Wankhede Stadium, where people are barred from taking water bottles, metals objects, coins. Police are setting up watch towers near the stadiums and there will be traffic diversions, so that there is maximum space available to stand, according to the official.

Police are also appealing to the spectators to use public transport service for commuting and avoid personal vehicles to reach south Mumbai.

To avoid any stampede-like situation, police are also taking precautionary measures and will stop the fans some distance ahead of the stadium and public announcement systems will be used to guide the crowd. Barricades will be placed at various places to manage the crowd.

In case the crowd swells up beyond expectation, the police will divert people to other grounds and preparations in this regard underway, he said.

Additional police force has been deployed in south Mumbai to tackle any kind of situation, he said.