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Observer
01-03-2025
- General
- Observer
Ramadhan Food Bags Initiative brings hope across Oman
MUSCAT: The Ramadhan Food Bags Initiative, led by Syed Shaandar Ali Shah Bukhari, continues a legacy of welfare and community service started by his late father in the 1970s. Since 2019, this initiative has focused on Ramadhan charity, and this year, Bukhari and his dedicated team are distributing essential food bags to 200 families, benefiting nearly 1,000 individuals. Each bag provides sustenance for five people, ensuring support reaches communities across Oman, regardless of race or background. The initiative was formally inaugurated by Dr Syed Naveed Safdar Bokhari, Ambassador of Pakistan, alongside Sheikh Syed Fayyaz Ali Shah, Sheikh of the Pakistani community. Both dignitaries extended their best wishes, commending the donors and volunteers who made this endeavor possible. This year's initiative is supported by Mohammed Ali Fazal and Hafiz Mohammed Ibrahim, who managed funds and procurement. The dedicated volunteer team handling the distribution includes Sameer Talib, Imran Siddiqui, Atif Ali, Mohammed Usman, Yousuf Khan, Bilal Yousuf, Shams, Mohammed Ali, Hasnain, Mustaqeem, and Shehzad Hassan. The Salalah region is overseen by veteran philanthropist Hashim Ali Khan, while the Buraimi region is managed by Shah Mohammed Shirani. Through the collective efforts of these individuals, the Ramadhan Food Bags Initiative continues to be a beacon of generosity, ensuring that families in need experience the joy and blessings of this sacred month.
Observer
10-02-2025
- Politics
- Observer
Expat social worker helps repatriate 100 prisoners
MUSCAT: Leading social worker Syed Shaandar Ali Shah Bukhari, a dedicated member of the Pakistani diaspora, has achieved a remarkable milestone — helping repatriate 100 expatriate prisoners to reunite with their families. His initiative was sparked by the Omani Lawyers Association's Fak-kurba campaign, which funds the release of Omani inmates. 'These prisoners are victims of circumstances, not hardened criminals,' Bukhari says. Though he operates without a formal fundraising mechanism or organizational backing, he relies on social media and generous donors to secure tickets. When needed, he even covers the cost himself, with support from family and friends. A recipient of the American Red Cross Lifesaving Award and the Outstanding Citizen of Pakistan award, Bukhari continues his mission, urging expatriate communities in Oman to support such humanitarian causes.
