Dr. Syed Naseer Hussain re-elected to RS from Karnataka, everything you need to know about him
Bengaluru: Dr. Syed Naseer Hussain has been re-nominated by the Congress for the Rajya Sabha elections in 2024 from Karnataka, securing a second term. Known for his commitment to public issues, Dr. Hussain utilized his initial tenure in the Rajya Sabha to advocate for the concerns of the common people both within and outside the Parliament.
As a loyal party worker and an adept political strategist, Dr. Hussain emerged as a prominent spokesperson for the Congress. During his first term, he consistently addressed critical issues such as unemployment, price rise, GST on essential commodities, Chinese aggression, and the Manipur ethnic violence. His role as an Opposition MP allowed him to voice concerns about the mismanagement and alleged scams of the current government.
Dr. Hussain played a pivotal role in mobilizing the opposition, becoming a leading figure in various protests, including those against the farm laws, labour codes, and unconstitutional laws like CAA/NRC. Despite facing suspension multiple times for raising crucial issues inside the Parliament, he remained steadfast in holding the government accountable.
Elected to the Rajya Sabha in 2018, Dr. Hussain was appointed as Whip in 2020 and emerged as a key figure for opposition parties both inside and outside the parliament. His leadership qualities were further recognized as he assumed the role of campaign manager for Mallikarjun Kharge's election for the Congress Presidency. Dr. Hussain was later appointed as the coordinator to the Congress President.
Apart from his political engagements, Dr. Hussain showcased leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. Coordinating relief efforts from the party headquarters in Delhi and actively participating in on-ground activities in Karnataka, he played a crucial role in establishing COVID centers, distributing essential supplies, and extending support to the affected.
Hailing from Ballari, Karnataka, Dr. Naseer Hussain, a former President of JNU Students Union, has a rich background in student and youth politics. His extensive experience in government includes serving as the chairman of two Labour Boards in the UPA Government.
With a Doctorate in International Studies from Jawaharlal University, Dr. Hussain has been a National Spokesperson for the party, eloquently articulating the Congress's position on various domestic and international issues in media appearances and press conferences. Mentored by Shri Oscar Fernandes in organizational affairs, Dr. Hussain has worked in different capacities across the country.
His remarkable act of performing the last rituals of a Hindu woman professor during the pandemic garnered appreciation, inspiring many youngsters from his community to engage in similar humanitarian efforts. Driven by his dedication and sincerity, Dr. Syed Naseer Hussain stands as a prominent figure in Indian politics.
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Dense fog disrupts operations at Delhi airport; 228 flights cancelled, 5 diverted
New Delhi (PTI): Dense fog disrupted flight operations at Delhi Airport on Monday, with various airlines cancelling 228 flights and diverting five to nearby airports due to low visibility, an official said.
However, except for Air India, which had in an X post in the morning announced the cancellation of some 40 flights, no other airlines, including crisis-hit IndiGo, shared the numbers of their cancelled or delayed flights.
"As many as 228 flights -- 131 departures and 97 arrivals-- have been cancelled due to low visibility, so far," the airport official said.
In addition to this, five flights have been diverted so far, he said.
Earlier, the Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL), in a statement, said, "Our on-ground officials are working closely with all stakeholders to assist passengers and provide necessary support across Terminals.
"Low visibility (below minima), due to dense fog, has severely impacted operations at Delhi and other airports across northern India, which is unfortunately beyond our control," IndiGo said in a statement.
As operations are adjusted to prevailing weather conditions, some flights may experience delays, while a few others may be proactively cancelled during the day to prioritise safety and minimise extended waiting at the airport, the airline said in a statement.
IndiGo, however, did not say how many of its flights were cancelled or delayed.
The airline said its teams are "closely monitoring" the situation and coordinating with Delhi airport.
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IndiGo also said it issued advisories to its customers and "proactively" informing them, to minimise inconvenience.
“Poor visibility due to dense fog in Delhi this morning has impacted flight operations for all airlines. We are closely monitoring conditions and will resume operations as soon as it is safe to do so,” Air India said in a post on X in the morning.
It also said that some flights have been cancelled In the interest of safety, and to avoid prolonged uncertainty for the guests, while listing out some 40 arrivals and departures that it had cancelled for the day.
Delhi airport is the country's busiest, handling around 1,300 flight movements daily.
