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Pranab condoles passing away of ex-Governor A.R. Kidwai

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Pranab MukherjeeNew Delhi : President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday condoled the death of A.R. Kidwai, a former parliamentarian and Governor.

Extending his condolences to Kidwai’s son Monis Kidwai, the President said: “I am sad to learn about the passing away of A.R. Kidwai, an esteemed colleague and a dear friend of long years.”

“A freedom fighter, distinguished parliamentarian and administrator, Kidwai served the nation in various capacities, including as the Governor of Bihar, West Bengal, Haryana and Rajasthan,” he said.

“In his death, the nation has lost an eminent leader whose services to the nation will always be remembered.”

Kidwai, who is survived by two sons and four daughters, passed away on Wednesday at a hospital here after a brief illness. He was 96.

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Cheers and Cheers: Barzilla’s Joyful Ode to Inclusivity and Celebration

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The RG Marathon Championship Run 2023 in Goa was a testament to inclusivity. Initially resistant to including persons with disabilities, it eventually featured wheelchair and standing categories, thanks to advocates’ efforts. Participants showed exceptional determination, emphasizing unity in diversity. Despite challenging weather, they demonstrated the power of community support, highlighting the need for accessibility and inclusion in all state-level events in Goa.

Following the marathon, a gathering of differently-abled individuals, predominantly wheelchair users, convened for a celebratory lunch at Barzilla. The event, orchestrated by Mr. Shariq Khan and Mr. Zain Aftab, proprietors of Barzilla, honored the birthday of Sadaf Fatima, who also uses a wheelchair and is Mr. Shariq Khan’s wife.

 

The lunch featured esteemed guests including the Tourism Minister of Goa, MLA Rohan Khaunte of Porvorim, Social Welfare Minister Subhash Phal Desai, and the State Commissioner for Persons with Disability in Goa, Guruprasad Pawaskar. The event was impeccably hosted by Ms. Falak Fatima and Mr. Adarsh Parashar, offering activities such as Karaoke and Billiards. The youth of Goa exhibited their unwavering support for the community, making the party an unequivocal success.

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