Mangaluru: The B. Ahmed Hajee Mohiudeen Masjid, built in memory of the late B. Ahmed Hajee Mohiudeen, was inaugurated on Saturday at Majlis Edu Park, located near Mudipu in Konaje. The mosque was constructed by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, founder of the Thumbay Group, as a tribute to his father.

The inauguration ceremony was led by Udupi Samyukta Qazi, Alhaj M. Abdul Hameed Musliyar Mani, who also offered prayers. The event was presided over by Sharaffussadat Sayyed Ashraf Assaqaf Al Madani Thangal Adhur, founder of Majlis Edu Park. Speaking on the occasion, Thangal Adhur highlighted the importance of education within the Muslim community, stating that the Edu Park was a product of collaborative efforts. He praised Dr. Thumbay Moideen for being an exemplary figure in society, embodying the values of generosity and community service.

Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker UT Khader, who was present at the event, expressed pride in the completion of the mosque, which was constructed at a cost of Rs 1.35 crore. He noted that the B. Ahmed Hajee Mohiudeen Masjid is set to become a center of excellence in the Ullal taluk and serve as a significant religious hub for the region.

Abdulla Kunhi of the Yenepoya Group also spoke at the event, commending Dr. Thumbay Moideen for his vision in establishing the Masjid. He emphasized the contributions of the Thumbay family in the construction of mosques and madrasas throughout the region, and lauded Dr. Moideen's dedication, foresight, and punctuality.

In his address, Dr. Thumbay Moideen shared the origins of the idea to build the mosque, explaining how a conversation with Speaker UT Khader, UT Ifthikar Ali, and Adhur Thangal led to the promise of constructing the Masjid in his father's name. "Both my father and Adhur Thangal were great proponents of education, and this Masjid is a symbol of their shared values," said Dr. Moideen.

During the event, Dr. Thumbay Moideen and Dr. Yenepoya Abdulla Kunhi, Chancellor of Yenepoya University, were honored for their contributions. Several prominent personalities, including BM Ashraf of the Thumbay family, Sayyid Shaheer Al Bukhari Malhar Thangal, Dr. MSM Abdurrashid Zaini Kamil, Badusha Saqafi Alappuzha, and Muhammad Ali Saqqafi Ashhariyyah, were present.

The program began with a Qiraat recitation by Hafiz Irfan and was hosted by Aamir Hassan from Australia. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Sayyid Miraj Al Hadi Thangal.

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Mumbai: Actor and activist Swara Bhasker raised concerns about the functioning of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), after her husband Fahad Ahmad, the candidate from Sharad Pawar's NCP faction was trailing behind Sana Malik, the candidate from Ajit Pawar's NCP faction, by over 3,000 votes as counting nears completion.

Taking to micro-blogging platform ‘X’, Bhasker alleged irregularities in the voting process. “In Anushakti Nagar assembly seat, after a steady lead by Fahad Zirar Ahmad of NCP-SP till round 17, 18, 19, suddenly EVMs with 99% battery charge are opened, and BJP-supported NCP-Ajit Pawar candidate takes the lead,” she posted.

She further questioned the Election Commission, saying, “How can machines that have been voted on ALL day long still have 99% charged batteries? Why do all such EVMs favor BJP and its allies?” Bhasker tagged the Election Commission and Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) leaders, urging them to investigate the matter.

In addition, Fahad Ahmad also expressed skepticism over the results, stating he had been leading until the 17th round and vowed to seek clarification from the Election Commission.

The Anushakti Nagar contest has drawn significant attention, with a high stakes battle between Fahad Ahmed facing Sana Malik, daughter of veteran leader and former Maharashtra minister Nawab Malik.

The Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Chandra Pawar Faction) contested on 87 seats, and is currently leading on 13 seats.

The Election Commission is yet to respond to the claims of irregularities.