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Mr. Abul Imtiaz Ain Seen Muslim

14. August 2008 05:34 | By Pakistan Association Dubai

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There are a very few people left in our society who had been there to participate in Pakistan Movement and see the countrys transformation from inception till today and are celebrating its 60th Birthday. We are lucky to have one in Dubai. I heard a very gentle but firm voice when I called for an appointment Yes you can come to my office at any time; however, make it during day time as my assistant has to stay back to help me otherwise. While travelling towards his house in Al Barsha on a very sunny afternoon, I had a mixture of thoughts to make my interview structure. I entered into his office that is an annexe to his villa. I suddenly felt a very calm environment. There was a humble gesture with a soothing smile on his face. Mr. Abul Imtiaz Ain Seen Muslim (as he likes to be called), in his late 80s, is the founder of SCINOSA (Society for Children in Need Of Special Attention) and Rahmat Trust in Karachi. There are many dimensions of this strong man, a social worker, writer of several books, a poet, a father, a businessman. Even at this age he still involves himself with any activity that would contribute to communitys good. I changed my agenda for the interview and just started a normal discussion as I was feeling I am sitting in front of a treasure of knowledge and it would restrict if I would get into structured way of usual Q&A. I thought I should let him give, since giving has been the philosophy of his life. Let me quench my thirst with what he pours in (and then share it with you!). He smiled and started. I was born in 1922 in Jalandhar, India. I had a special interest in reading since my childhood. I would grab any book that was available and would finish it as quickly as possible. I was used to go with my father to the Panchayet meetings and started involving myself in the social affairs of my village during my boyhood. I was a conscious young man and was keeping myself updated with the current affairs of the country. At that time we did not have enough media resources as we have today but radio and some periodicals were our sources of information. We came to Karachi. I was working in the Air Force at that time. I founded Idara-e-Taaleem-o -Taraqqi in 1946 on the lines of Jamia Millia Delhi. We started an Adult Education Programme. I remember, we did not have classroom or any reasonable place where we could sit and study. I used to sit at the dunes near a small railway station in Karachi with my students and teach

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them reading, writing, etiquettes, and knowledge about Pakistan Movement. We used to do parade as well. I started participating in Pakistan Movement actively in 1943. I used to attend all Muslim Leagues sessions and meetings. Our task was to motivate people and promote the movement. (I could see the glow on his face..!) I can not forget the moments when I was able to meet Quaid-e-Azam, though I did not get a chance to talk to him in detail, three times I sat very near to him that I could feel his direct attention on me. Each time I saw him more energised and enthusiastic and the same I felt within myself. Nowadays we lack that kind of leadership in our country. Later, after the Independence I left the Air Force job and took on some private jobs and eventually started my small trading business. However, somewhere in my mind I was feeling a desire to utilize my literary skills and to contribute to the community through literature. I started a magazine called Naya Rahi (New Traveller) in 1956 with focus on political and social affairs of the country. It was the first magazine of this kind during that period. I was able to continue this for six years but felt that I was not able to do justice due to lack of time and money. To sustain this cause I needed to be financially sound first. I started giving full energy towards my business. I did very well. My social work. My elder son was mentally retarted and at that time there was no such institution in Pakistan that could handle handicapped children. Having a child suffering from this weakness needs courage and energy to grow him and help him live his life properly. I could feel it as I was experiencing the same. In 1960 I founded SCINOSA (Society for Children In Need of Special Attention) in Karachi where all such children could be looked after and educated. This is totally a non-commercial, volunteer project and is in operation till date. I was given a plot by the Government for the expansion of this project that was donated directly to the society. Due to my age and commuting issues I have resigned from the board but still keep myself involve for wherever my help is required. I founded Rahmat Trust under which we have Rahmat Hospital in Karachi that is also a non-profit organization. The medical facilities are provided to patients at very subsidised rates to those who can afford, others get free medical treatment and medicines. The hospital is funded by the Rahmat Trust. My literary work.. During 70s I came to UAE and started my business. During those days we used to have our lunch break from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. This is the time that rejuvenates an individual. I took advantage of this time and my literary sense started to wake up. I revived my skills of Punjabi, Urdu & English. The main areas of my work have been Hamd {In praise to Allah (SWT)} and Naat {(In praise to Muhammad (PBUH)}. I have written more than 42 books and short stories (Afsana). There have been more than 20 references written on my work by very well known critics in Pakistan. My book Karwan-e-Haram depicts a pilgrims feelings during his journey to Makkah & Madina. The poetry is so beautiful that the reader can not resist indulgence and travels to those places while reading the book. All the events have been supported with the references from Quran and Hadith and are available at the end of the book. This book has been translated in English. On this book a thesis has been written in Arabic after a research of 4 years by a teacher at Al Shams University in Egypt. The thesis was recognized & approved with distinction by the university. The Arabic version of this book is under review at the department of Awqaf & Islamic Affairs in Dubai and to be published soon. Another remarkable book of Mr. Muslim is Wagan main wal mor (Turn yourself to me). A collection of his poetry on the topic of Maarifat & Tasawwuf and the authors imagination of things before this universe was created. The book is written in Punjabi with the rhythm of famous Sultan Bahoo lyrics. It has been rated as one of the best works in Punjabi Classical Poetry by the famous critics of Punjabi literature. This book is included in the syllabus of Punjab University. I was not aware. A friend of mine informed me. I was happy that my contributions have been recognized, said Mr. Mulim. He attributed the success of this book to his honesty as he writes what most of the people are hesitant to write generally. These precious personalities are the gift from Allah (SWT) for the Pakistani Community in UAE. I asked him to guide us how we could bring our community together and help it prosper. Clear Vision & SelflessnessI did it. ..Resources like money become insignificant. It is not the size of your wingS but the size of your spirit that counts. Our people are so good that whenever a call is there they do come forward. When you do something good everybody comes along. He was very happy to see the efforts being made by the team of Pakistan Association Dubai and the social work being done from that platform for the betterment of the community. He was very kind to offer his time to contribute to community affairs whenever required. Phone | +971 4 3373632 Fax | +971 4 3377678 Email | pakassoc at eim.ae Postal | P.O. Box 436, Dubai Or come visit our office at Oud Metha Road, Dubai
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It was about to get traffic congestion at Dubai roads that forced me to end my meeting and leave. Driving back to my home, I was praying that may Allah give us strength and wisdom to learn from these precious gifts whose life is an example of selflessness and love towards Pakistan and the Ummah. The list of Mr. Muslims books can be accessed here . He can be contacted asmuslim@hotmail.com. The books are published & available at: Maqbool Academy 199, Circular Road, Anarkali, Lahore, Pakistan Al Qamar Enterprises Rehman Market, Urdu Bazar, Lahore, Pakistan at

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The Pakistan Association has played an important role in Dubai, providing social, moral, educational and financial help to community members during the past 41 years. Established in 1967 in Dubai, the association has served as a binding force among the Pakistani community as it holds social gatherings, meetings, entertainment functions and even marriages at its premises located at Oud Metha Road in Bur Dubai. The PAD is a non-political and non-profit organization whose aim is to serve the community in addition to providing them recreational, cultural, social, religious and sports activities. The association also aims to educate people about the laws of the UAE in general and Dubai in particular. The association, which was formed by a handful of Pakistanis, has now developed into a wellorganized institution. A major component of the Association's work includes welfare activities. The Pakistani community can be proud of the well-organized welfare service provided by the Welfare Committee of the association to community members. The Association has paid school fees for needy children, actively collected relief goods for Pakistanis affected by the earthquake, aided Pakistanis in legal matters and with amnesty work and distributed hundreds of thousands worth of aid material to needy Pakistanis in the UAE. The Pakistan Association provides facilities for cricket, volleyball, badminton and table tennis to its members and their children. Throughout the year, the association organizes a vast variety of functions and programmes. These include dramas, stage shows, family fiestas, poetry and intellectual gatherings and welcome and farewell dinners for dignitaries and memorial days. It organizes special programmes for Pakistan National Day and Independence Day to help community members stand united under one platform. The association is also known for organizing religious programmes for the members of the community. It invites famous Islamic scholars to deliver lectures.

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