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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Pakistan reports two more polio cases; Total tally now 52
ISLAMABAD: At least two more cases of poliovirus were reported in Pakistan, taking the number of infections to 52 so far this year, a report said on Friday.
“The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health has confirmed the detection of two more wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) cases in Pakistan," an official statement said.
The fresh infections — a boy and a girl — were reported from the Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province.
“Genetic sequencing of the samples collected from the children is underway," the statement read. Dera Ismail Khan, one of the seven polio-endemic districts of southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, has reported five polio cases so far this year.
Of the 52 cases in the country this year, 24 are from Balochistan, 13 from Sindh, 13 from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and one each from Punjab and Islamabad.
There is no cure for polio. Only multiple doses of the oral polio vaccine and completion of the routine vaccination schedule for all children under the age of five can keep them protected.
