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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SUCCESS STORY – A HOMAGE TO LATE HON MUHAMMAD AHMAD MOOSA

MUNSHI ________________________________________________________________ 3

COMMUNITY NEWS - GRAND LAUNCH OF VAHORA VOICE UK (VVUK) ____________ 8

PRIDE OF VAHORAS - DR ADAM GHODIWALA FELLOWSHIP AWARD _____________10

COMMUNITY CHALLENGES - DRUGS AND MUSLIM COMMUNITY ________________ 11

YOUTH VOICE - YOUNG, BRITISH AND MUSLIM _______________________________ 14

COMMUNITY VOICE - THE NEED FOR VAHORA VOICE _________________________ 16

STORY TIME FOR KIDS ___________________________________________________ 17

POETRY CORNER - SIRAJSAHEB'S POETRY WITH ENGLISH TRANSLATION AND

KANAMIYA POEM BY AZIZ ZUMLA __________________________________________ 19

OBITUARY______________________________________________________________ 21

VVUK CONTACT DETAILS _________________________________________________ 22

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SUCCESS STORY

A HOMAGE TO LATE HON MUHAMMAD AHMAD MOOSA

MUNSHI ALIAS MUNSHI MANUBARWALA – CHORLEY – UK

Marhum Hon Muhammad Munshi Manubarwala passed away on Friday, 23rd November 2018.

He was buried in Blackburn cemetery in the presence of hundreds of people who came from

all over Britain and also from Africa, India, and the USA to attend his funeral and also to pay a

great tribute to this great man. As we know Marhum Hon Munshisaheb led an exemplary life

both as an individual and as a member of our community.

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As a homage to this great son of Bharuchi

Vahora Patel community, we present an

autobiographical sketch in his own words,

which he shared in an interview with Imtiaz

Patel Varediawala. This interview has also

been published in a book call, “Golden

Memories – Documentation of Bharuchi

Vahora Community of Northwest – England,

Published in 2013), Research and Edited

by: Imtiaz Patel Varediawala Dip., MSc.

Name: Muhammad Ahmad Moosa Munshi alias Munshi Manubarwala

Place of Birth: Manubar, Dist – Bharuch

Date of Birth: May 1931

Father: Haji Ahmad Moosa Munshi

Mother: Aminaben Ahmad Munshi

My name is Muhammad Ahmad Munshi but I am known as Munshi Manubarwala.

I received primary education in Manubar and secondary at Haripura Sarvajanik High School,

Surat. My sister Huriben lived in Surat. I passed the SSC Exam in 1949 and joined Victoria

Jubilee Technical Institute in Mumbai. In 1953, I took Diploma in Textiles and worked at Tata

Textile in Nagpur for a year.

In 1954 I migrated to Africa. The steamer took 10 days and it was a stormy voyage. My co-

passengers were mostly Indians who were going to Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. There was

an elderly lady who was terribly scarred. I comforted her and looked after her. At Daresalaam,

her husband came to pick her up. He was a garasiyavora. He thanked me and invited me to

visit his house. Later, after many years when I went to Daresalaam on business visit, I met him.

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The steamer reached Mombasa after 10 days. The reason I went to Africa was because my

elder brothers Daud Munshi and Abdul Rahim Munshi had already settled there and were doing

well in general trading. After a few days, I moved to Congo to join Daudbhai. The journey

through Zanzibar, Dare Salaam, Tabora, Mwanza was memorable. Finally, I reached Kisumu.

I got married to Khadija Ismail Kahanwala in 1957. Our four children are late Munir, Rehana,

Munawwar and Mustaq. We have 14 grandchildren. I had met Khadija in Kisumu.

I first came to England in 1967 with my

friend Ibrahim Nathalia who lived in

Kinshasa. From London we travelled by

train to Bolton. I always remember the help

and support provided to me by Ibrahim

Nathalia who was a reputed businessman in

Africa. His financial help and support has

contributed a lot to whatever progress I

made in life and business. Even after 1967,

I visited England several times.

Muhammad Munshisaheb with his friends Mr Shan

and Mr Nayak - Max Studio Bombay - 1953

I am a witness to the major events which took place in the history of Africa. Life is unpredictable

and we should be prepared for any eventuality. I had this experience in 1973. Congo was ruled

by Belgium. Freedom movement started. There was a political social upheaval. Congo became

free in 1960. Between 1960 and 1964 during the rule of Lumumba, there was an unrest. We

lived under death threat for four months. The central government was in Kinshasa. They

recaptured the eastern part from rebels. Beniya was taken with the help of British troops. We

were brought to Kinshasa as refugees by C-1 30 aircraft.

The process of Africanization had started. My wife Khadija’s family had already migrated to

England in 1970. Khadija who was with me also left for England with our children in 1974. In

1975 I too said good bye to Africa and came to settle in England. In 1973, Idi Amin had asked

the Asians to quit Uganda. President Mobutu had also threatened to take away businesses

from Asians. So I had no choice but to join my family in Bolton in 1975.

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We lived in Bolton for a year and then moved to Chorley. During Idi Amin’s rule my brother

Daudbhai was in Uganda. He often visited our niece in Chorley. He liked the town very much.

He asked me to buy a house in Chorley for him. He had lived in this house for a year when his

wife passed away in 1976. So, moved to Chorley in the house in which we are living today.

I had set up Anglo Fabrics business in Bolton in partnership with Gulam Khothiwala. We ran

this business for one year. Meanwhile, situation in Africa improved. I had links with

businessmen, banks and politicians. So, I frequently travelled to Africa and set up Samco

Trading and ETS Muhammad Trading Companies. By the grace of the Almighty, the business

has prospered. Through hard work and perseverance, I have reached this stage.

Along with making money, I always had a passion for welfare activities. In 1981, we had a Zakat

fund of $45,000. At that time my parents were visiting us. We gave this amount to my father

and requested him to distribute it. A large part of this was donated to Darul Uloom, Kantharia.

In 1986, Daudbhai passed away. He had left a large amount with us. We donated 10% from

this and found Manubar Darul Uloom for girls. Father’s property was distributed among

daughters. We donated $450000 for the development of Manubar and constructed a grand

Munshi Memorial Hall.

Our family has donated to a number of institutions such as Darul Uloom Kantharia, Bombay

Musafirkhana, Bharuch Welfare Hospital, Rander Hostel. I actively participated with social

workers like Alibhai Umarji Vali and Muhammadbhai Fansiwala in the Bharuch Hospital Project

in the UK.

I was inspired by educationists like Bashirbhai Chokiwala, Yakubbhai Doodhwala, Dr Adam

Ghodiwala, and Dr Dawood Ghanchi. So, in 1993, our family founded Munshi Memorial

Charitable Trust and created a huge educational complex in Bharuch with facilities for primary,

secondary and higher education. Started with 42 students, today it has over 6000 students.

Dilavar Vali Dasanwala generously donated 5 acres of land for this project. We received $10,

0000 from my late brother Dawoodbhai, $20,000 from Ayyubbhai Matliwala, $30,000 from

Ayyubbhai Akuji Dayadrawala and many other donors contributed to this project. Hafiz Ibrahim

Badin also provided help and support.

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In 2005, the Bhodu family in Leicester who are originally from Ikhar offered to extend the project

to create facilities for girls education. Vali Charitable Trust was set up and soon a separate unit

for girls was created which is funded by the Bhodu family. This unit has a high school, higher

secondary school, Arts and Commerce Colleges and MBA Institute. Today, 1500 girls attending

these institutions.

Munshi Trust has set up electric poles, models of boat, bullock cart and cannon in

Muhammadpura, Bharuch, Munshi Colony in Kavi. In collaboration with Rotary Club we have

created facilities such as public toilets, water-huts and sewing classes. We have also

contributed to relief projects at the time of natural disasters and calamities.

Apart from Gujarati I know Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit, English, Swahili, Lingala and French. Our

family life reflects Islamic, Indian and African traditions. As for the change in our community,

with prosperity life style is changing. Old generation is confined to home and mosque.

Perceptions are different. Social structure is weakening. Society is disintegrating.

I was fortunate to associate with many

eminent people such as Bashir Chokiwala,

Yakub Doodhwala, Iqbalbhai Padarwala,

Janab Inamdar, Janab Palas, Musician

Naushad Ali, Aziz Tankarvi, Ashok Bhatt,

Bipin Shah, Ahmadji Kahanwala, Ibrahim

Saleh, Iqbal Kakuji, Iqbal Patel, Ayyubbhai

Dayadrawala, David Emery, Dr Adam

Tankarvi, Suleman Patel ad Dr Naseem

Munshi. Dr Naseem Munshi who is a

member of our family has always taken

great interest in the achievements of Munshi

family and stood by us in all our activities.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

The Grand Successful Launch of Vahora Voice UK

(VVUK) The launch of VVUK took place on Saturday 12th May 2018, at Bolton Excellency, Conference Centre, Bolton, UK. The Chief Guest at the event were Hon. Mr Mohammed Munshi of Chorley and the Guest of Honour was Mr Ibrahim Bhailok. The event was attended by over 100 prominent people from the Vahora Community. VVUK is committed to the empowerment of the Bharuchi Vahora Community in Britain. The event gave opportunity for community interaction and consultation regarding the activities to be undertaken by this organisation.

The programme was compered by Imtiaz Patel Varediawala. The main speakers were VVUK Chairperson Dilavar Dasantwala, Ibrahim Bhailok, Yousuf Bhailok, Yasmin Ali, Sajid Ali, Moulana Ilyas Dalal, Mahek Tankarvi, Yakub Patel and Iqbal Dhoriwala. Mr Mohammed Munshi had sent an apology along with his message, wishing VVUK a success and for bright future. Dilawar Dasantwala said, "We are aware that several attempts to create an organisation of our Vahora Community were made in the past and for some reasons it has not materialised. We, collectively have learnt a few lessons from the past experience. We put our faith in Allah and in our new enthusiastic team and would like to make a fresh attempt with innovative and creative approach. We need your support." Sajid Ali said, "In Leicester we are on our way to make a difference with our Vahora Community initiatives and activities. Challenges will come in the way but we must not get defeated by these challenges." Moulana Ilyas Dalal said, "Our society need to be more proactive and must strive for excellence in every field." Yasmin Ali said, "Women have equal role to play in social, cultural, economic and political life. I would like to see more Vahora women coming forward participating in this organisation." Mahek Tankarvi, "Uniting and empowering Bharuchi Vahora Community and connecting generations through education, cultural-social event and media is vital. VVUK should pursue this."

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Iqbal Dhoriwala said, "All other communities have their own organisations and doing great for their own communities. Why Vahora community yet don't have its umbrella organisation? We should ask this question to ourselves. VVUK is the answer." Yousuf Bhaiok said, "Vahora Community is very vibrant and full entrepreneur people. Our Gujarati culture, language, heritage and traditions are the best. Let’s preserve these by supporting organisation like VVUK." Chief Guest Mohammed Munshi said in his massage, "Please accept my apology for not being able to attend this very important an historic gathering. I wish you all best wishes. It is time to think and act for VVUK in order to unite and empower Bharuchi Vahora Community." Guest of Honour Ibrahim Bhailok in his presidential address said, "I can't emphasised how important it is for Bharuchi Vahora community to unite for common good. Time has come where every Bharuchi Vahora person need to unite and support community organisation like VVUK." Apart from speeches, the event was open for debate and discussion. It was suggested by the participants that VVUK should undertake three projects on priority basis. 1) Creating a network to facilitate matrimonial relationship. 2) Identify and honour the talents in the community and those who have served the community 3) to initiate the process of setting up a Bharuchi Vahora Community Centre in the Northwest of England. The whole event was videografed. And there was a live social media telecast. It was viewed by hundreds and thousands of people not only in the UK but also in the USA, Canada, South Africa, UAE and India. Viewers have made very encouraging comments, stressing the need for such an organisation for the well-being and progress of the Vahora Community in Britain and around the world. Vahora Voice UK (VVUK) website -http://www.vahoravoice.co.uk

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PRIDE OF VAHORAS

Dr Adam Tankarvi Honoured with a Fellowship of Gujarati

Literary Academy London UK

Gujarati Literary Academy of London has completed 40 years of its existence. A special

programme and seminar was organised to mark this event in Wembley, London. On this

occasion the renowned British Gujarati poet Dr Adam Tankarvi was honoured with a Fellowship

of the Academy.

The President of the Academy, Mr Vipool Kalyani highlighted Dr Adam Tankarvi’s contribution

in these words, “Adam’s contribution to Gujarati language and literature is significant not only

in Britain but also in Gujarat-India. It is our pride and privilege to confer a Fellowship of the

Academy to Dr Adam for his outstanding contribution to the preservation and promotion of

Gujarati language and literature in the UK and around the world.”

On this occasion, Dr Adam Tankarvi emphasised the need to encourage our young people to

take interest in our linguistic and literary heritage.

Picture – from left to right – Mr Laljibhai Bhandari,

Dr Adam Tankarvi, Mr Pancham Shukla, and Mr

Vipool Kalyani

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COMMUNITY CHALLENGES

Are drugs destroying our society?

By: Moulana Hasan Sidat & Imtiaz Patel Varediawala

The Muslims of today, especially the youth,

are facing many problems and temptations

that were not available a decade ago. This

is particularly problematic for the Muslim

population in the UK, being members of a

minority faith community. Youth are easily

distracted by activities built up around

modern western culture, e.g. gambling,

clubbing, escort agencies, alcohol and

substance abuse.

Most of us living and growing up in England today know the effects of drug abuse on families,

children and adults alike. The actuality is that drug abuse is seen to have a destructive effect

on the lives of individuals and families.

We all live in a society where we hear or see our young Muslim friends’ lives shattered by drug

abuse, and this inadvertently affects us all; whether we are at school, college or work. As

Muslims we should not bury our heads in the sand but take responsibility for educating

ourselves so that we may explain to others what Islam says about drugs.

Twenty or thirty years ago this may not have been a pertinent topic of discussion or concern.

However, with the growing number of people, particularly young people, turning to drugs, it has

become necessary and appropriate that as Muslim parents and young people we address the

issue in an Islamic way. As Muslims, we need to know and understand what drug abuse is, and

where we stand on the matter.

Every human being has a duty to look after what Allah has given them. Allah makes this very

clear in the verses of the Qur`an, “O! You who believe Intoxicants and gambling stones and

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(divination by) arrows are abomination of Satan’s handwork. Avoid that you may prosper” (Al

Qur`an 5: 90) Allah also mentions, “nor kill (or destroy) yourselves, for verily. Allah has been

merciful to you” (Al Quran 4: 29) and “And make not your own hands contribute to your

destruction ....” (Al Quran 2: 195) The Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him) said: “Every

intoxicant is khamr, and every khamr is haraam” (Muslim) He also mention “Do not harm

yourself or others” (Ahmad, ibn Majah).

Youngsters are very gullible and vulnerable to the influences of society, their friends, multi-

media, adults and the glamour of the music industry, film, television and fashion industries.

Hence, a youngster may find that all his friends have experimented with drugs and he feels left

out because everyone else appears to be having a good time.

As Muslims when we accept Islam as our way of life, we consciously choose to follow certain

rules and regulations i.e. halal (lawful) or haraam (prohibited). These rules laid down by our

Creator, who knows us better than we know ourselves, are for the benefit for the whole of

mankind.

From a practical point of view based on medical evidence, most drugs have long-term harmful

effects on your health; it only takes one lethal drug to kill. Drugs are powerful chemicals that

can change how you think, how you feel and behave. Most drugs have side-effects. Using them

can be very dangerous, even fatal. Even taking drugs in small doses is a risk because they

reduce the control you have on your muscles, lessens your reaction time and lowers your

concentration levels. Different drugs have different negative effects and most are bad for your

health. If you’re feeling depressed or anxious, drugs will not solve the problem.

Drug taking is usually detrimental both to the user and to the family. Illicit users often risk losing

their education and employment as well as their health. The altered consciousness provided

by drugs result in a wide range of psychological and social problems. This in turn breeds and

enhances all varieties of criminal behavior. In virtually all cases, drug dependency leads to a

ruinous, degrading and neglected state of body and mind, not only for the addict but also for

his family and friends.

There are many agencies and organisations set up to help drug users and many preventative

programs and initiatives for the benefit of the youth which would help children keep away from

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drugs. For the benefit of the Muslim youth, however, it is imperative that along with parents, the

Mosques and community leaders take an active role in getting the message across. This should

be seen as an Islamic duty.

If there is someone in your family or close friend who you think has a problem with drugs, then

it is our duty to assist them in any way possible. Some suggestions are:

(1) Communicate: Don’t pretend that problems will go away or that it can’t be happening in

your own family. Even if things get heated in a discussion it’s better to talk rather than wait

until it is too late.

(2) Show sympathy: The person who is addicted has a disease, they need our help. There may

be a family problem that led the person to experiment. Instead of condemning them, offer

counselling and moral support or encourage them to use the drug rehab programmed.

(3) The Muslim community must provide alternative forms of recreation for our youth, these

could be activities in community centers, sports, youth camps etc., where our youth can

socialise in an Islamic environment

(4) The addicted youth should be encouraged to turn to Islam. They have been many examples

of addicted Muslim youths who have been rehabilitated by turning to Islam.

(5) Make duaa for all the Muslim youth in our community and throughout the world. We have

a responsibility to look after our youth and protect them from the dangers of society. Our

youth are our future.

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YOUTH VOICE

Young, British and Muslim – Wanna Tell You Something! By: Tajvar Banu

Modern Western Islamic Fashion

In numerous cosmopolitan cities throughout the Northwest England and in other areas, there

is a younger generation of Muslim women have been recently more and more frequently

choosing to express their identity and faith by wearing the hijab (the Islamic headscarf) and

Islamic dresses. The veil is one of the most visible signs of Islam, and at the same time, one of

the most controversial.

Our generation, born and brought up here in the UK, who started proudly wearing it again

consists of girls in their early twenties. Within Europe, this phenomenon is most visible in Great

Britain, due to its multicultural character and lack of any formal regulation regarding openly

religious attire. In order to fully understand the nature of this phenomenon, it is worth

considering its various aspects including cultural, social and religious dynamics.

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First of all, the majority of those girls were

either born in the UK, or they spent most of

their life in the UK, and similarly to other

British girls of that age, they shop mainly at

H&M and Primark and other high street

shops. However, they don’t feel fully

represented by mainstream fashion, nor

they can fully identify with the outfits worn by

their mothers, considering them too

traditional. Each day they have to face the

conflicting expectations of their parents,

friends, Muslim community and others

around them.

This process is making these girls more articulated and self-conscious with regards to clothing

and solving the issues it creates in the society. They experiment with mainstream fashion in

order to develop an individual style which corresponds to their complex backgrounds, interests

and concerns, simultaneously challenging the negative stereotypes of Muslims.

The platform that connects them and enables the evolution of this phenomenon is the internet

and social media. Thanks to numerous blogs, online shops, YouTube, Instagram and

Facebook pages, British Muslim girls get the chance to share opinions and tips on how to be

fashionable and Islamic at the same time. Trying to create a balance. The result is a variety of

Muslim dressing styles visible in the streets of multicultural British cities and towns, from the

more traditional forms of body and face covering as the niqab, to the colourful combinations of

headscarves paired with covered outfits, lose or fitted. These experiments in style and fashion

are signs of the birth of “modern western Islamic fashion”.

It is a contribution to the general change within Muslim dressing practice in contemporary

societies, and brings the debate into the Muslim society as well. At the same time, the

phenomenon also attracts the attention of non-Muslim part of the society and triggers reflection

on issues such as: immigration, multiculturalism and relationship between Islam and Western

culture etc.

Living in the West, we as a society has to be careful as to how we react on such issues. We

should not get over excited and should not over react, just find a way to interact and to have

intellectual dialogue with the West about Islam, about Muslim society, culture and traditions.

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COMMUNITY VOICE

THE NEED FOR VAHORA VOICE By: Mahek Tankarvi, Bolton, UK

Bharuchi (Kanamya) Vahora Patels have in the last few decades migrated to different countries

of the world. This migration trend is continuing, as more and more young people leave their

motherland, in search of better jobs and to improve their standards of living.

There is now a considerable number of

BVPs(Bharuchi Vahora Patel) in countries

like UK, Canada, America, Australia and

various countries of Africa. They are now

found in all fields: in business, (small and

big), education, technology, manufacturing,

retailing, warehousing and in various

reputable professions. There is now a need

to bring these successful people together by

creating an organisation like Vahora Voice

UK (VVUK) with a view to:

1. creating unity among BVPs

2. creating a network which would enable people to share their skills, ideas, expertise etc

to benefit others in the community

3. providing a place to meet for isolated and lonely and elderly people and to help them

with their problems

4. providing sports and other facilities especially for the young people of the community

5. providing educational and career guidance to our young generations

6. running a Marriage Bureau to help people seeking life partners

7. providing suitable facilities for our young women to empower them to tackle their issues

with courage and confidence.

These are just a few important things which we can do when we have an organisation of BVPs,

working in each town and with a team of dedicated persons. With the fast changing social and

political scenes, here as well as overseas, there is a greater need now to get united and

organised. The challenge is there. Are we prepared to take it up?

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STORY TIME FOR KIDS

By: Farheen Patel

Introduction: Stories and Storytelling – Positive modelling stories that address real world

challenges faced by children are a proven medium to teach character building, citizenship, and

belief. Such stories foster engagement, retention, and identity development.

From the education’s point of view, whether

you are trying to teach all kids about Islam

or help Muslim kids develop their sense of

identity, it can be important to have literature

to draw on. Our Story Time For Kids Section

offer a story with a positive message for

character building and for widening their

understanding on various subjects.

Stories that contains Muslim characters and

Islamic themes can also provide

opportunities for students from a variety of

other cultural backgrounds to learn and to

discuss about Islam. The story in this

section give you as a parent, as a teacher a

starting point for using literature to discuss

Islamic and Muslim society with students

and with participants.

We welcome your story as well if you have one to share with our readers.

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Ice Cream and a Waiter

In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less, a 10 -year-old boy named Ashad

entered a coffee shop and sat at a table.

A grumpy waiter put a glass of water in front of him.

“How much is an ice cream sundae please?” Ashad asked, smiling.

“Fifty cents,” replied the waiter sharply, his eyes looking elsewhere.

The little boy pulled his hand out of his pocket and slowly studied the coins in it.

“Well…. hmm…. how much is plain ice cream, sir?” he inquired nicely.

By now more people were waiting for a table and the waiter was growing impatient.

“Thirty-five cents,” the waiter brusquely replied.

Ashad again counted his coins. “I’ll have the plain ice cream please,” he said softly.

The waiter soon brought the ice cream, placed it on the boy’s table with a small thud. He then

tore a receipt noisily from his notebook, slapped it on the table and walked away without a

smile.

Ashad, who was always a grateful boy, took his time in finishing the ice cream, savouring every

spoonful. Once he finished, Ashad paid the cashier at the door and left, feeling happy and

contented.

When the grumpy waiter came back to Amir’s table, his face changed. He began to cry as he

wiped down the table. There, placed neatly beside the empty dish, were two 5-cent coins and

five 1-cent coins.

You see, Ashad couldn’t have the sundae, because he had to have enough left to leave the

waiter a tip.

Moral of the story: “The believer is gracious, for there is no goodness in one who is neither kind nor friendly.” (Sahih [authentic] Hadith according to Al-Haythami)

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POETRY CORNER

The Pen Is Mightier Than The Sword

Gujarati Ghazal By Siraj Patel Paguthanvi (Secretary – Gujarati Writers Guild UK 1973) English Translation By Abdul Aziz Ismail Mohammed Zumla (B.Pharm; Cardiff, UK) Bolton, UK

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Bharuchi Vahora Patel – Kanamiyyaas

By Abdul Aziz Ismail Mohammed Zumla (B.Pharm; Cardiff, UK)

Bolton, UK

They crossed the seas and all the sands

and settled down in brand new lands

Some went on to Africa, on to Burma, and Java

settling down here and there, now you find them EVERYWHERE!

They have opened EVERY gate, in every city, every state

From the East to the West, they have ventured with their QUEST

BREAKING barriers left and right, with their will and their might

DRIVING forward with their will, NEVER EVER standing still

Going through THICK and THIN, their only target was to WIN

Many bridges they have burned, settled down and NEVER turned

Settling down, ALL around, in EVERY city, every town

EVEN in the jungles dark and deep, working hard to earn their keep

With so much courage, so much HOPE, they quickly learned how to cope

EVERY Kwacha, Rand or Pound, was set aside, safe and sound

When they saved, they could afford – to sponsor others from abroad

With a sharp business mind, they moved forward – QUICKLY shined

Brand new lingos, they did learn, learning “Hi”, “How are you?”

“MULI BWANJI” – “How are you ? “Mr. Banda – “How do you do?”

In EVERY corner, you will find, Kanamiyyaas of EVERY kind

Kanamiyyaas with a CAPITAL K ! – are here for GOOD ! – HERE TO STAY !

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OBITUARY

We are grieved to report the news of sad demise of the following members of the community.

(IVR).

May the Almighty grant them a place in Jannatul Firduas and give their dear ones the strength

to bear this sorrow. Make Duaas for all Marhum and Family please.

Marhum Haji Anish Haroon Patel (Bolton-UK) – Marhum was actively involved in developing

Asian Elder’s Resource Centre, Bolton. Marhum hosted many arts, cultural, and literature

activities for elders and also for the members of the community in general. Marhum helped

many individuals and families regards to their immigration and other social problems. Marhum

was a role model for many young people.

Hajiyani Fatima Engineer (Preston-UK) – Marhuma was wife of Haji Ibrahim Engineer and

mother of Haji Ayyub Engineer, Haji Maksud Engineer and Haji Faruk Engineer.

Marhum Haji Iqbal Patel Derolwala (Derol, Gujarat – India) – Ex MLA Vagra, Gujarat and Ex –

Chief Whip Gujarat Assembly. General Secretary Gujarat Pradesh Congress Committee.

Marhum was active in community progress and political life.

Hajiyani Huriben Ibrahim Essa (Bolton – UK) – Mother of Yakub Ibrahim Essa, Anwar Ibrahim

Essa.

Marhum Haji Mohammed Fansiwala (Karmad, Gujarat – India) – Marhum was Ex MLA. He was

involved in developing Bharuch Welfare Hospital. Marhum was actively involved in political and

social life.

Marhum Haji Mohammed Munshi (Chorley – UK) – Marhum was an eminent member of the

community. In 1954, Marhum migrated to Kenya, East Africa and became a very successful

businessman. In 1974, he again migrated to UK in Chorley. Throughout the years, Marhum and

his family have dedicated their charitable activities towards the social and educational

development of the Bharuchi Vahora Communities around the world.

IF YOU LIKE TO INCUDE YOUR MARHUM OR MARHUMA IN OUR OBITUARY SECTION,

PLEASE LET US KNOW AND SHRE THE INFORMATION

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IF YOU LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE ARTICLES, NEWS, OR ANY OTHER RELEVANT

INFORMATION REGARDING BHARUCHI VAHORA COMMUNITY, PLEASE WRITE TO US!

THNAK YOU!

REMAIN CONNECTED WITH YOIR OWN COMMUNITY!

Vahora Voice UK (VVUK) Presents

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www.vahoravoice.co.uk/matrimonial

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VVUK email address: vvukbolton@gmail.com