On May 15, at the Indian Cultural Centre premises in Doha, the Karnataka Sangha Qatar held its Annual General Body Meeting, where Mr. Subramanya Hebbagelu was unanimously elected as the association’s 15th President. A native of Byndoor in Kundapura Taluk, Karnataka, Mr. Subramanya Hebbagelu has a strong background in social and community service, having served as the Vice President of the Indian Cultural Centre, a member of the Advisory Council of the Indian Sports Centre, and Joint Secretary of the Indian Community Benevolent Forum. The election saw a significant number of members in attendance, demonstrating the community’s confidence in Mr. Subramanya’s leadership. The new Managing Committee, comprising various office bearers, has commenced preparations for a range of events and community initiatives, including Labour Day and Mother’s Day celebrations, sports tournaments, and traditional festival celebrations. In his inaugural address, Mr. Subramanya Hebbagelu expressed his gratitude to the members for their unanimous support and affirmed the new committee’s commitment to enhancing the organization’s cultural, social, and benevolent activities. The committee aims to preserve Karnataka’s rich heritage and foster unity among the Kannada-speaking community in Qatar. The newly elected Managing Committee includes Mr. Anil Bhasagi as Vice President, Mr. Sujith Kumar Hosdurga as General Secretary, and Mr. Manjoth Suresh as Treasurer, among others. Mr. M Ravi Shetty will serve as Chairman of the Advisory Committee, which has congratulated the newly elected committee and extended their best wishes for a successful term.
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📰 Source: Mangalorean Gulf