Karachi Club Magazine

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1 Respected Members, During the month of October, the Managing Committee of Karachi on behalf of the members donated five million rupees in the Dam fund created for the construction of Diamer - Bhasha, Mohmand Dams. The Sindh Women's Swimming Championship 2018 was organised at Karachi annexe which was graced by the first lady of Pakistan and attended by participants from across Sindh. A Health & Fitness Seminar on the Hot topic of Cardiac diseases and prevention was organised which was informative and interactive. Other events will be organised in the coming month which will be notified from time to time though our publications and also through WhatsApp & SMS. Your suggestion and support is requested for serving you in a better way. Karachi - Main Karachi Magazine at Karachi Main - B&S Hall Publication Sub-Committee 2018 Billiards & Snooker Friday 23rd November 18 onwards (Ladies Only) Managing Committee Friday 23rd November 18 4:00 pm onwards at Karachi Main - Lawn 9:30 pm onwards at Karachi Main - Lawn Entertainment Saturday 24th November 18 Bridge Friday to Sunday 23rd to 25th at Karachi - Annexe November 18 7:30 pm onwards at Karachi Main - Lawn 8:00 pm onwards at Karachi Main - Lawn 3:00 pm onwards at Karachi Main - Lawn Health & Fitness Thursday 29th November 18 Managing Committee Friday 30th November 18 (Age Group: 24 & Above) Cricket Saturday 1st December 18 (Pool & Garden Activities for Boys & Girls) Swimming Pool Sunday 2nd December 18 3:00 pm onwards at Karachi - Annexe 8:30 pm onwards at Karachi Main - Lawn 9:00 pm onwards at Karachi Main - Lawn Quiz Rama Saturday 8th December 18 Literary Saturday 15th December 18 Abdul Ghaffar Mustafa Khalique Abdul Hafeez Memon Shazia Shoaib Sattar Akber Shakil Salman Zakaria Maniya Hiba Anis Javeria Ashraf Mohammad Arif Molvi Farida A. Lavingia Anoshay Jawed Ayesha Munaf Mehenti Mariam Godil Hira Faisal Butt Bushra Muhammed Bawany Ruquaiya Bano Razzak

2 Swimming Pool The lawn of Karachi Annexe experienced an Enchanting saga like of an event on the eve of 14th October, After a lapse of 16 years, the Convener Swimming Pool, Mr. Muhammad Imran Razzak decided to host the prestigious event of 26th Palmolive Sindh Women Swimming Championship, at Karachi Swimming Facilities and for the first time ever at Karachi Annexe. It was thoroughly deliberated at the sub-committee meetings and eventually our respectable member Mrs. Sumbul Sadiq who is also part of our extended swimming pool sub-committee, was contacted and made known about the convener s intentions. Mrs. Sadiq assured about her full support on the matter. She being Vice President at Karachi Women Swimming Association, (KWSA) started lobbying at her end, and on the other hand our convener started off to pave the way at home to launch a mega event. So to start with, an advisory committee from among the sub-committee was formed specifically for this event. The paper work ensued at both the ends and after a volley of applications, letters, replies, survey by KWSA committee members at the Annexe and confirmations, it was decided that the cited championship shall take place on the mentioned dates at Karachi Annexe. Our Convener thereof took the task of revamping the entire pool facility at the Annexe, which also included standardizing the pool itself. On the other hand, He appointed Mrs. Faiza Imran as coordinator to liaison between the Karachi and KWSA and Mrs. Ambreen Moosa as the Manager of Karachi Girls team. The usual procedure of trials and selection of team and its training continued under their supervision. Man meetings were held between KWSA and the KC team at Annexe headed by our Convener, supported by Mrs. Faiza Imran to iron out the pending issues. Eventually, the much awaited day arrived. It was a two day thrilling and power packed competitive session wherein around 270 participants from all the swimming units of Sindh participated. A two day stint saw 10 new records being made in 69 events as follows. Age 14 and Under 100M Medley Relay: Karachi Grammar School Age 14 and Under 50M Backstroke (Heats): Arisha Lari, Karachi American School Age 14 and Under 100M Backstroke: Aminah Alavi, Karachi Grammar School Age 14 and Under 100M Butterfly: Arisha Lari, Karachi American School Age 14 and Under 200M IM: Aminah Alavi, Karachi Grammar School Age 16 and under 100M Freestyle: Zaha Shaikh, Karachi American School Age 16 and under 200M Freestyle: Zaha Shaikh, Karachi American School Age 16 and under 200M IM: Zaha Shaikh, Karachi American School Open Age 100M Medley Relay: Karachi Grammar School Open Age 200M Freestyle: Zaha Shaikh, Karachi American School Under 8: Shanzay Bari, 18 points, Bayview Academy Under 10: Zyra Diwan, 15 points, Bayview Academy Under 12: Iman Shaikh, 18 points, Karachi Gymkhana Under 14: Arisha Lari, 28 points, Karachi School American Under 16: Zaha Shaikh, 33 points, Karachi American School Open Age: Zaha Shaikh, 27 points, Karachi American School Karachi Grammar School was the overall group champion with points. Bayview Academy followed in the runner s up position with 211 points, and Karachi American School bagged the third position with 137 points. Altogether 19 teams entered to compete. It was an experience of its own kind at the beautiful scenario of Karachi Annexe with the scenic creek in the background. It was a jaw dropping experience for those who visited there for the first time. While Mrs. Vina Masood and Mrs. Sumbul Sadiq took the stage, they invited the President of Karachi, Mr. Muhammad Hanif Lakhany to address the audience.

3 The culmination was the point of summit when the occasion was graced by the First Lady of Pakistan Mrs. Samina Arif Alvi - Wife of the President of Pakistan, as the Chief Guest (who mentioned herself saying that this is her first public appearance since becoming the First Lady). She gave a short and humble speech, thanked the KC management and our convener and praised the girls and their families for taking up and keeping up the sports of swimming. She along with our President, the Honorary Secretary and our Swimming pool Convener gave away the awards and trophies to the winners, group champions and record holders. KWSA also presented plaques to the First Lady, and all the above mentioned officials in by Karachi On the call of Chief Justice of Pakistan Saqib Nisar and Prime Minister of Pakistan, Managing Committee collected Rs. 5 million donations from members for construction of Diamer - Bhasha, Mohmand Dams. The Managing Committee led by President Muhammad Hanif Lakhani and Honorary Secretary Muhammad Yousuf Suleman handed over the cheque in a meeting with CJP in Supreme Court Karachi Registry on 26th October CJP Saqib Nisar loudly appreciated Karachi members for taking part in the noble cause and standby with him to achieve recognition of their services in organizing a fantastic event. In the end, it would be so appropriate to mention that the Convener Swimming Pool, Mr. Muhammad Imran Razzak did not leave any stone unturned to make the event a very fabulous and memorable one. His resolve and guidance and tireless efforts of his committee and very active support of Mrs. Faiza Imran and Mrs. Sumbul Sadiq were instrumental in making this possible. Mr. Muhammad Imran Razzak s efforts and personal involvement at every step cannot be praised enough in just simple words. Hats off to him. national obligation. He further said Karachi is one of the country s premier clubs and he is found of its nouvelle cuisine. The MC extends their warm thanks to all those members who participated in dams funds

4 Billiards & Snooker The Billiards & Snooker Committee under the convenership of Asim Ghani Usman revived a tournament for Child and House Hold members from 25th September to 30th September 2018 at the Main. In this edition 29 young and dynamic snooker players participated. The tournament was very interesting from the beginning but as it proceeded the members witnessed some nail biting games as well. Abdullah Tariq who won the title by beating Amir Hamza by 3-2 margin. Abdullah Tariq also achieved the highest break of 44. Amin Dhedhi was the Chief Guest at the prize distribution ceremony which was held on 1st October 2018 along with A. Rashid Lehra (Jumbo) Member Managing Committee, Asim Ghani Usman, Convenor Billiards & Snooker. Billiards & Snooker The 22nd Edition of KC Open Snooker Challenge 2018 was organized at KC Main Billiard & Snooker Room from 15th October This being the prime tournament in the Snooker Calendar of the attracted lots of interest. As many as 62 club members participated in the tournament. Hussain Ferozpur beat Ali Aqueel Suria by 5-2 and won the title where as Ahmad Bawany and Salman Merchant got highest break title of 55 points. presented the prizes to the winners and appreciated the efforts of Asim Ghani Usman, Convenor Billiards & Snooker and his team for organizing such a wonderful tournament. Chief Guest, Former Honorary Secretary Jawed H. Karim and Members of Managing Committee

5 Tennis Another Team Tennis Tournament for the year 2018 was held in October. The event was divided into four teams which led by senior members namely, Tariq Aziz, Altaf Hussain, Akber Hayat Khan and Honorary Secretary Karachi, Muhammad Yousuf Suleman. The final was played between Altaf Hussain and Tariq Aziz team and Team Tariq Aziz came out victorious and lifted the winning trophy. Chief Guest, Zakaria Usman was present at the finals to grace the prize distribution ceremony. Squash Karachi Squash Committee had arranged a Friendly Match on Monday, 1st October 2018 in which two teams had participated namely KC Sharks and KC Tigers. KC Sharks won the title by 8-5 score beating KC Tiger. Bridge Chief Guest Mohammad Iqbal Dada congratulated the winners of KC Bridge Event which was held on Thursday, 25th October 2018 at Karachi (Main). Winners of KC Bridge Event were Ashraf Khotari & Ghulam Mohammad while the Runners up were Hasan Askari & Tehsin Gheewala.

6 Health & Fitness The Karachi Health & Fitness Committee had organized a seminar on the famous topic of Cardiac Diseases and Prevention under his convenership of Amin Merchant on 26th October 2018 supported by Memon Medical Institute Hospital. Mohammad Aslam Mulla, Former President Karachi was the Chief Guest on the occasion along with Honorary Secretary Karachi, Muhammad Yousuf Suleman. At the end Mohammad Aslam Mulla and Muhammad Yousuf Suleman presented the vote of thanks to the members and doctor. As usual, an extremely well attended program organized by Amin Merchant, Convenor Health & Fitness and his team. The seminar was followed by Dinner. Dr. Khan Shah Zaman, Director Cardiovascular Services MMIH was the guest speaker on the subject. He gave a detailed briefing on cardiac issue and enlightened members on the prevention as well as symptoms of cardiac diseases. The lecture was followed by question & answer session which went on far a very long time suggesting that members took home a wealth of information. Bridge Bridge Committee under the convenership of Haresh Kumar Perwani organized its monthly bridge tournament for the bridge playing members of Karachi on Tuesday, 9th October 2018 at Karachi Annexe. Chief Guest, Muhammad Iqbal Dada along with Akber Hayat Khan, Secretary Bridge Committee graced the prize distribution ceremony. Following are the result of the tournament: Abdul Muqeet & Gulzar Bilal (North/South) First Position Hasan Askari & Tehsin Gheewala (East/West) First Position daughter of Asif Iqbal (P-4539) weds son of Masood Yahya on Sunday, 30th September Condolence Karachi members express their deep grief on the passing away of our fellow member and colleague. May the departed soul rest in peace. (Ameen) Saleem Zaki (L-2323) expired on Tuesday, 6th November 2018

7 Health & Fitness Sub Committee Invites you to a seminar on Thyroid Disorder Speaker: Dr. Ali Asghar Head of Endocrinology Liaquat National Hospital on Thursday, 29th 7:30 pm at Karachi (Main) Lawn Courtesy by: Members are cordially invited to attend the seminar Muhammad Yousuf Suleman Honorary Secretary Swimming Pool Sub-Committee Presents KC WINTER SPLASH FUN GALA 2018 Pool & Garden Activities for Boys & Girls on Sunday 2nd December 2018 from 3:00 pm onwards at Karachi - Annexe We Make A Difference In People s Life Amin Merchant Convenor Health & Fitness Games & Activities: Coin Finding / Under Water Race Tyre Tube Race / Ball Collection Garden Fun Activities / Rides Jumps Dance Competition and Much More. "There will be Boat Rides for families in the adjacent creek till the evening ends, Music and Exotic Fireworks. EXCITING PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS Please Note: * Details & Registration Forms are available at KC (Main & Annexe) Swimming Pool * Last Date of Submission of Registration Forms: Thursday, 29th Muhammad Yousuf Suleman Honorary Secretary Muhammad Imran Razzak Convenor Swimming Pool

8 FAREWELL GRAND BUMPER QUIZ RAMA SHOW 2018 On Saturday, 8th December 2018 at 8:30 pm, at Karachi (Main) Lawn Special Highlights: Exciting Prizes along with Grand Snowball card offering a fantastic Bumper Prizes Many Lucky Draw Prizes Don t miss this great event and join us in this thrilling & entertaining evening with Live Music Tasty eatable and refreshing fresh fruit juices QUIZ RAMA Please Note: Entry restricted to members of Karachi, their spouses & household only who must present their Membership Card at the entrance or whenever asked by a committee or staff member Children of all ages are allowed Card will be priced at Rs. 200/- only Guests are strictly not allowed IN CASE OF ANY DISPUTE THE DECISION OF THE CONVENOR SHALL BE FINAL Honorary Secretary Convenor Quiz Rama (Followed by Dinner)

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