Mangaluru: Hamd Foods opens second store in Krishnapur
Suratkal: Hamd Foods — known for its exclusive food products crafted to reduce reliance on unhealthy instant meals — inaugurated its second store on Monday at the Welcome Complex in 7th Block, Krishnapura.
The store was inaugurated by a distinguished group of women, reflecting the core of what Hamd Foods stands for — a brand powered by women.
In her address, Chief Guest Dr. Wahida Banu — an Ayurvedic practitioner, Principal & Head at Karnataka Ayurveda Medical College, Mangalore — highlighted that Hamd's team is doing a great job with its emphasis on natural and chemical-free products. "Hamd Foods’ products and services are the need of the hour in this busy world when people are resorting to unhealthy instant foods” she said and wished the company continued success.
“We’re thrilled to bring Hamd to Surathkal,” said the founder, Shahida A. “This store isn’t just about selling products — it’s about sharing a lifestyle, where health, flavor, and convenience go hand in hand.”
“We have noticed that in the present times, the children's health is deteriorating. Oftentimes because the parents are busy, and have no time to cook healthy food and feed their children. I'm glad to see that such a store has now opened in Krishnapura. I will surely use & recommend these products.”, said Ms. Bhavya, Principal of Hira Public School, Krishnapura.
Abdul Hafeez & Shareef, the franchise owners of Hamd in Krishnapura, detailed that the company produces over 150 products, all natural, and free from artificial colors, harmful preservatives & chemicals. He mentioned that while the first store is located in Falnir, Mangalore, the second has now opened in Krishnapura, with plans to launch a third one in Thokkottu soon.
Rooted in the philosophy “Healthy Food, Healthy Life,” Hamd Home Store will offer an exclusive range of stone-ground masala pastes, fresh spice powders, flours, frozen snacks, personal care products, baby & postpartum foods, and more. Some of the flavors of Coastal cuisines like Fish Curry Masala, Ghee Roast, Pulimunchi, and others, have gained the trust and love of many of its customers.
The store was inaugurated by several dignitaries, including former Mangalore City Corporation member Shamshad Aboobacker, Rufina from Karunya Church School, Advocate Mamthaz, Bhavya — Principal of Hira Public School, Shabnam — Principal of Suffah English Medium School, Jazeela Iqbal of Royal Burka, YouTuber Fathima M., in the presence of Hamd Foods’ founders — Shahida A, & Mariyam Shaheera.
The launch marks another milestone in Hamd Foods' journey to bring wellness-driven, homemade products to more homes across Karnataka and beyond.
About Hamd Foods:
Headquartered in the city of Mangaluru, Hamd Foods is a food products company manufacturing a variety of fresh food ingredients ranging from various spices powders to stone ground paste. Founded in 2017, Hamd Foods stands true to its motto 'Healthy food, Healthy Life', producing natural, chemical-free and preservative-free products of taste without compromising on health.
Hamd Foods is not just a family run business but is a platform brought up to this level by a number of women through their dedication and specialisation in preparing certain food products. What began as a small, family-driven initiative has grown into a trusted brand led and supported by women — now serving households across cities.
Event Details:
Location: Welcome Building, Near Dr. Ravichandra Pragnan, 7th block, Krishnapura, Surathkal.
Opening Time: 11.00 am.
Customers can look forward to the same trusted taste and quality they love — now in a fresh, and welcoming space at Welcome Building, 7th block, Krishnapura.
For more information or queries contact:
Mr. Najmuddin Rafath Hasan
Marketing Manager
rafathhasan379@gmail.com
+91 9980013195
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UDF leaders see local body poll trends as pointer to 2026 Assembly elections in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram (PTI): Buoyed by the strong performance of the Congress-led UDF in the local body polls, KPCC president Sunny Joseph said on Saturday that the front's results indicated the people had rejected the LDF government.
According to early trends, the UDF was leading in more grama panchayats, block panchayats, municipalities and corporations than the LDF.
The local body polls were held in two phases in the state earlier this week.
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Speaking to reporters here, Joseph said the people of Kerala had extended their support to the UDF.
"We could expose the LDF government’s anti-people stance and the people understood it. The LDF’s fake propaganda was rejected by the people. The UDF is moving towards a historic victory," he said.
He said a united effort, proper preparations, good candidate selection and hard work had resulted in the Congress and the UDF’s victory in the elections.
Asked about the prospects in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, Joseph said the party was studying the matter and would comment later.
LDF convenor T P Ramakrishnan said the results would be closely examined.
According to him, the government had done everything possible for the people.
"Why such a verdict happened will be examined at the micro level. People’s opinion will be considered and further steps will be taken," he said.
He added that decisions would be taken after analysing the results. "If any corrective measures are required, we will initiate them and move forward," he said.
AICC leader K C Venugopal said the results showed that people had begun ousting those who, he alleged, were responsible for the loss of gold at Lord Ayyappa’s temple.
"This trend will continue in the Assembly elections as well. It is an indication that the people are ready to bring down the LDF government," he said.
Venugopal said the UDF had registered victories even in CPI(M) and LDF strongholds.
"I congratulate all UDF workers for their hard work. Congress workers and leaders worked unitedly," he said.
Referring to remarks made by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan against the Congress on polling day, Venugopal said the voters had responded through the verdict.
"I do not know whether the chief minister understands that the people are against him. Otherwise, he does not know the sentiment of the people. The state government cannot move an inch further," he said.
He said the results indicated a strong comeback for the UDF in Kerala.
Asked whether the Sabarimala gold loss issue had affected the LDF in the local polls, Venugopal said the CM and the CPI(M) state secretary did not take the issue seriously.
"We took a strong stand on the matter. The BJP played a foul game in it," he alleged.
On the BJP's role in the local body elections, Venugopal alleged that the party operated with the CPI(M) 's tacit support.
"The CPI(M) supported the central government on issues such as PM-SHRI, labour codes and corruption in national highway construction. The CPI(M) is facing ideological decline, and the state government’s policies are against the party’s own decisions," he said.
Meanwhile, LDF ally Kerala Congress (M) leader Jose K Mani said the party could not win all the wards it had expected in the elections.
He congratulated winners from all parties and said the party would closely examine the losses and identify shortcomings. "Later, we will take corrective measures," he added.
Senior Congress leader and MP Rajmohan Unnithan said the trends in the local body elections indicated that the UDF would return to power in the 2026 Assembly elections.
"We will win 111 seats as in 1977 and return to power in 2026. The anti-government sentiment of the people is reflected in the elections," he said.
Unnithan said the people were disturbed and unhappy with the present government.
"The trend indicates the end of the LDF government," he added.
CPI(M) MLA M M Mani said the people had shown ingratitude towards the LDF despite benefiting from welfare schemes.
"After receiving all welfare schemes and living comfortably, people voted against us due to some temporary sentiments. Is that not ingratitude," he asked.
Mani said no such welfare initiatives had taken place in Kerala earlier.
"People are receiving pensions and have enough to eat. Even after getting all this, they voted against us. This is what can be called ingratitude," he said.
Muslim League state president Panakkad Sayyid Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal said the results were beyond expectations.
"The outcome points towards the Secretariat in Thiruvananthapuram, indicating that a change of government is imminent. We are going to win the Assembly election," he said.
