ICBF to honour 20 long-serving, low-income workers during Rang Tarang Labour Day event

Qatar Tribune

03-05-2025

Tribune News Network
Doha
The Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) has announced that it will organise Rang Tarang 2025, a vibrant Labour Day celebration event, on May 9, from 4 pm to 10 pm, in the Industrial Area Asian Town parking area.
Established in 1984 under the guidance of the Indian Embassy, the ICBF has been steadfast in its commitment to supporting and uplifting the less fortunate members of the Indian community in Qatar. With a focus on health care, welfare, education, career, and community engagement, the ICBF has also played a crucial role in providing assistance through various community welfare initiatives.
These include:
- Providing food kits for those who have are between jobs with no income.
- ICBF Insurance: Providing community welfare through insurance schemes.
- Youth Welfare: Supporting programs and initiatives benefiting youth.
- Jail Visits: Offering support and assistance to individuals in correctional facilities.
- Legal Cell Assistance: Providing legal aid and guidance to those in need.
- Fishermen Welfare: Supporting the welfare and rights of fishermen.
- Labour Welfare: Advocating for and assisting labourers in Qatar.
- Community Awareness: Promoting awareness on critical issues within the community.
- Repatriation/Medical & Blood Donation Camps: Organizing camps and initiatives for repatriation, medical care, and blood donation. Ashraya Wheelchair Pool.
- Domestic Workers Welfare: Supporting and advocating for the welfare of domestic workers.
'Rang Tarang 2025' promises to be a vibrant and culturally rich fiesta showcasing a variety of programs tailored for Indian blue-collar employees, performed by associate organizations of ICBF and various Indian cultural groups in Qatar.
Ambassador of India to Qatar HE Vipul will be the chief guest of the event, which will be graced by esteemed officials, including ambassadors of neighbouring countries, representatives from the Indian Embassy, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Labour, International Labour Organization (ILO), National Human Rights Committee (NHRC), and eminent personalities from Qatari and Indian communities.
Highlighting the occasion, ICBF will honour 20 exceptional individuals who have dedicated over three decades of their lives as low-income employees in Qatar. This recognition underscores ICBF's deep appreciation for their unwavering commitment and valuable contributions to the nation's progress.
The announcement was made at a press meet held at ICBF Kanjani Hall, attended by ICBF President Shanavas Bava, ICBF Vice President Rasheed Ahamed, General Secretary Deepak Shetty, Head of Finance & Jail Visit Nirmala Guru, Head of Legal Cell & Premises Khaja Nizamuddin, Head of Community Welfare & Insurance Manibharathi, and other managing, advisory, and program committee members.
For further information, contact ICBF General Secretary Deepak Shetty at 66262477 / 70462114 or Vice President Rasheed Ahamed at 55854543.
'Rang Tarang' promises to be a mesmerizing celebration of culture and talent, embodying ICBF's commitment to honouring and uplifting the labour community. The event welcomes all to join in commemorating these remarkable individuals who have shaped Qatar's development.