The Sayyid Shamsuddin Daff Team from Kapu-Polipu clinched the top prize at a state-level Daff competition held on Saturday at the Muhyiddin Juma Masjid premises in Pariyaltadka, Punacha, Vittal. This vibrant cultural and religious gathering marked the 54th annual celebration of the Rifa'i Daff Committee and the 25th anniversary of Badriya Young Boys, featuring a Daff Ratheeb and significant religious discourses.
Presiding over the main event, M.S. Mohammed, President of Pariyaltadka Juma Masjid, emphasized the Daff art form's universal appeal. He noted its crucial role in disseminating messages of peace, harmony, and human values, earning appreciation from diverse communities across the nation. Local Masjid Khatib Hussianar Faiz inaugurated the proceedings.
Thirteen teams competed for the coveted state-level title. The Tajul Huda Daff Team from Deralakatte-Renjadi secured the second position, while Ullal's Al Jazeera Daff Team claimed third place. Additionally, judges recognized both the Polipu and Renjadi teams with the 'Best Singer' award.
The spiritual component of the celebration included a Daff Ratheeb, led by Akkarangadi Masjid Khatib Zubair Darimi under the presidency of Rifa'i Daff Committee President Kamaruddin. Religious discourses and Moulid Parayana were delivered by Shafeeq Badri Al Bakavi from Kollam, Kerala, and Rafi Himami Kamil Sakhafi from Ayyangeri, Kodagu.
Distinguished guests gracing the occasion included Kamal, founder of Kamal & Co Advocates Pan India; Bashir Sampya, Chairman of Relco, Saudi Arabia; SDPI Rural District Secretary Shakir Alakemajalu; Puttur Municipal Councillor Riyaz Parladka; and Latif Neralakatte, President of the D.K. and Udupi District Daff Association, among other dignitaries. Welcome Committee President Mustafa Faisari extended a warm welcome, Hashir Nazir Sakhafi recited the Qirath, and Shafi Darimi Pariyaltadka offered the vote of thanks. Naufal Kudtamuger and Suhaib Perlampadi efficiently compered the program.
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