Are u missing the beautiful city of Karachi.
Than watch this...
[For DNF members who call Karachi Home]
Monday, July 24, 2006
Friday, July 21, 2006
Dhaka Now and Dhaka of Gore Nana
By: Iftekhar Hassan
Gone are the days when Municipility trucks use to wash the street of Dhaka after Marwari Cleaners finished swept the streets of dhaka. Inspector like our beloved GORE NANA use to go around the city to inspect the works of Drivers and Cleaners. I remember very clearly "once GORE NANA" was yelling at a group of sweeper near "NAYABAZAR" as they failed to perform their respective duty of sweeping a some street that day. GORE NANA warned them of loosing job. I must GORE NANA was angry that day, but heck, later I came to know GORE NANA well, as he used to get angry every half an hour. GORE NANA was very skinny and looked funny, as he used to wear "PINK SATIN-KA-LUNGI" even when he was not around TALAB KENAR.
Now lets talk about how filthy Dhaka has become since the good old days. In reality Dhaka is a city that can be honestly describe as planets hell-hole, it has become most unhealthy city in the world for the following reason:-
(1) Thousand of factories and industries big and small, almost all unregulated dump thousand of tons of lead, chromium cadmium and other hazardous toxic materials coming from the Hazaribagh leather tannery, Dyeing and Finishing Textile units and other smelters in the adjoining areas.
(2)There is no sanitation for 80 percent of the urban population. Individual toilet facilities are available to only about 20 percent. Try to take a train ride in the morning from Komolapur Rail Station and watch "Thousand upon Thousand of kids taking crap on both side of the rail line along miles and mile of BASTIS.
(3) Adding insult to injury there exist no sewerage treatment system for 140 laks humans that now call Dhaka their home. WASA sources say that 16 lakh cubic metres of sewage generated everyday in the city, only about 50 thousand cubic metres could be treated. Reports say that the river Buriganga, Shitalakhya, Turag, Balu and adjacent wetlands including the lakes namely Gulshan-Baridhara and Uttara lakes receive an estimated 14 lakh cubic metres of raw sewage and waste water everyday.
(4) Solid chemical waste and poisons from untested cheap chemicals that are being imported into country along with disperse dyes, pigments, enzymes and effulents are all being discharge indiscriminatly into river Buriganga and Setalakhya without being treated first. So-called high class people of Dhaka Residents and workers across the city face disability, cancer and god knows mass death as these industries and shanty town units process and reprocess industrial by-products a series class of toxic metals and chemicals called hazardous wastes.
(5) Forget about Buriganga and Setalakhya river, water quality around so-called high class area of Gulshan-Baridhara and Uttara lakes is now a lifeless receptacle of human wastes, raw sewage and toxic industrial effluents from various industrial units of Tejgaon, Tongi and Badda areas has created a nightmare. I am quoting part of a report here as follows:-
"According to a study conducted by the DoE, these lakes' water carries a bacteria count of 1200 in place of 200 or less that is considered to be tolerable bacteria count in water bodies. Uttara lake was once a vast water body stretching from one end of Sector 3 to Sector 11 at least 3 km in length and 400 m wide. Because of indiscriminate dumping of household garbages, wastes and raw sewage from the bustling residential buildings all around, the lake's width and length have shrunk. The lake now is a stagnant pool of water, a giant sewer. With construction going apace in the RAJUK allotted land and people coming in ever increasing number to settle at Uttara, Joar Sahara, Badda and adjoining private lands, and RAJUK expanding its territory every year, the pollution scenario will be much worse. It is high time WASA devised an articulate plan to stop flow of sewage and wastewater into lakes and rivers that are considered "life line" of the city. People wonder if RAJUK prepared the Master Plan with any vision and forethought with regard to an articulate sewer line that would drain the raw sewage and waste water to places away from the habitat."
Respectfully Submitted
Iftekhar Hassan
Gone are the days when Municipility trucks use to wash the street of Dhaka after Marwari Cleaners finished swept the streets of dhaka. Inspector like our beloved GORE NANA use to go around the city to inspect the works of Drivers and Cleaners. I remember very clearly "once GORE NANA" was yelling at a group of sweeper near "NAYABAZAR" as they failed to perform their respective duty of sweeping a some street that day. GORE NANA warned them of loosing job. I must GORE NANA was angry that day, but heck, later I came to know GORE NANA well, as he used to get angry every half an hour. GORE NANA was very skinny and looked funny, as he used to wear "PINK SATIN-KA-LUNGI" even when he was not around TALAB KENAR.
Now lets talk about how filthy Dhaka has become since the good old days. In reality Dhaka is a city that can be honestly describe as planets hell-hole, it has become most unhealthy city in the world for the following reason:-
(1) Thousand of factories and industries big and small, almost all unregulated dump thousand of tons of lead, chromium cadmium and other hazardous toxic materials coming from the Hazaribagh leather tannery, Dyeing and Finishing Textile units and other smelters in the adjoining areas.
(2)There is no sanitation for 80 percent of the urban population. Individual toilet facilities are available to only about 20 percent. Try to take a train ride in the morning from Komolapur Rail Station and watch "Thousand upon Thousand of kids taking crap on both side of the rail line along miles and mile of BASTIS.
(3) Adding insult to injury there exist no sewerage treatment system for 140 laks humans that now call Dhaka their home. WASA sources say that 16 lakh cubic metres of sewage generated everyday in the city, only about 50 thousand cubic metres could be treated. Reports say that the river Buriganga, Shitalakhya, Turag, Balu and adjacent wetlands including the lakes namely Gulshan-Baridhara and Uttara lakes receive an estimated 14 lakh cubic metres of raw sewage and waste water everyday.
(4) Solid chemical waste and poisons from untested cheap chemicals that are being imported into country along with disperse dyes, pigments, enzymes and effulents are all being discharge indiscriminatly into river Buriganga and Setalakhya without being treated first. So-called high class people of Dhaka Residents and workers across the city face disability, cancer and god knows mass death as these industries and shanty town units process and reprocess industrial by-products a series class of toxic metals and chemicals called hazardous wastes.
(5) Forget about Buriganga and Setalakhya river, water quality around so-called high class area of Gulshan-Baridhara and Uttara lakes is now a lifeless receptacle of human wastes, raw sewage and toxic industrial effluents from various industrial units of Tejgaon, Tongi and Badda areas has created a nightmare. I am quoting part of a report here as follows:-
"According to a study conducted by the DoE, these lakes' water carries a bacteria count of 1200 in place of 200 or less that is considered to be tolerable bacteria count in water bodies. Uttara lake was once a vast water body stretching from one end of Sector 3 to Sector 11 at least 3 km in length and 400 m wide. Because of indiscriminate dumping of household garbages, wastes and raw sewage from the bustling residential buildings all around, the lake's width and length have shrunk. The lake now is a stagnant pool of water, a giant sewer. With construction going apace in the RAJUK allotted land and people coming in ever increasing number to settle at Uttara, Joar Sahara, Badda and adjoining private lands, and RAJUK expanding its territory every year, the pollution scenario will be much worse. It is high time WASA devised an articulate plan to stop flow of sewage and wastewater into lakes and rivers that are considered "life line" of the city. People wonder if RAJUK prepared the Master Plan with any vision and forethought with regard to an articulate sewer line that would drain the raw sewage and waste water to places away from the habitat."
Respectfully Submitted
Iftekhar Hassan
Tuesday, July 18, 2006
Where is Nawab Sir Salimullah's history?
If we see our past, we can predict our future. People of Dhaka, in this modern world, has forgotten the legend of Nawab Sir Salimullah. they don't know who was he. It's a shame for us and the rest of the people living in this country. I think medias should take initiative in order to focus the life of this great legend. we see our neighbouring country, India, making films of their legend. why shouldn't we? we now have certain amount of modern technology by which atleast we can capture some parts of the life style, cultures, traditions etc were in Dhaka Nawab Family. so that people should know how things were in the past of their own country and realising the facts and contributions of Nawab Salimullah..
What do u say?
Khwaja Ali Madani.
What do u say?
Khwaja Ali Madani.
Monday, July 17, 2006
Try To Maintain DNF Cultural Tradition Whereever You Are
By: Iftekhar Hassan
"Culture is Training of Mind Toward Better Taste"
Unique social and religious tradition of the DNF can be describe as an exclusive rich cultural traditions that the family members followed and practice up until the creation of Bangladesh. DNF culture was developed over a period of about 150 years as an exclusive family value units. These values were taken from certain islamic tradition of northern India that stretch from the Kashmir Valley to Uttar Pradesh and finally to Bengal. DNF tradition is unique is because (1) accent of the urdu language spoken among member of the DNF (2) exclusive cooking recipes (3) and various value units of individual tradition that are still being practice by the DNF members, wherever, they are today and such tradition are not being practice by others "as a whole unit"anywhere within the Indian sub-continent.
Purpose of this article is to discuss
"why follow family tradition and continue to cultivate such tradition"
"why abandon some tradition which are scientifically proven wrong"
We must never forget that it is the traditions that establishes family continuity, When we do something again and again over the years and through the generations, we tie togeather our past and our present. We link year to year, childhood to adulthood, nana to nati, dada to potta with shared experience, values and memories. We cultivate a sense of connecttedness in a time when everything else in the world, from clothing style to landscapes, seems to be changing rapidly.
Consistent family customs provide regular, fimiliar patters for a rhythm of life togeather. We may now think that the bed-time story of Badshah Nano was funny or going to Mohsena Nano (wife of Naeem sir) as boring to learn arabic or religious reading, but in reality, such custom added an element of predictability to the cycle of family life within DNF as a unit, that was comfortable and comforting.
The uniqueness of DNF culture and custom, most certainly contribute and provide its members a sense of who they are and where they belong.
NEXT: "why abandon some tradition which are scientifically proven wrong"
Respectfully Submitted
Iftekhar Hassan
"Culture is Training of Mind Toward Better Taste"
Unique social and religious tradition of the DNF can be describe as an exclusive rich cultural traditions that the family members followed and practice up until the creation of Bangladesh. DNF culture was developed over a period of about 150 years as an exclusive family value units. These values were taken from certain islamic tradition of northern India that stretch from the Kashmir Valley to Uttar Pradesh and finally to Bengal. DNF tradition is unique is because (1) accent of the urdu language spoken among member of the DNF (2) exclusive cooking recipes (3) and various value units of individual tradition that are still being practice by the DNF members, wherever, they are today and such tradition are not being practice by others "as a whole unit"anywhere within the Indian sub-continent.
Purpose of this article is to discuss
"why follow family tradition and continue to cultivate such tradition"
"why abandon some tradition which are scientifically proven wrong"
We must never forget that it is the traditions that establishes family continuity, When we do something again and again over the years and through the generations, we tie togeather our past and our present. We link year to year, childhood to adulthood, nana to nati, dada to potta with shared experience, values and memories. We cultivate a sense of connecttedness in a time when everything else in the world, from clothing style to landscapes, seems to be changing rapidly.
Consistent family customs provide regular, fimiliar patters for a rhythm of life togeather. We may now think that the bed-time story of Badshah Nano was funny or going to Mohsena Nano (wife of Naeem sir) as boring to learn arabic or religious reading, but in reality, such custom added an element of predictability to the cycle of family life within DNF as a unit, that was comfortable and comforting.
The uniqueness of DNF culture and custom, most certainly contribute and provide its members a sense of who they are and where they belong.
NEXT: "why abandon some tradition which are scientifically proven wrong"
Respectfully Submitted
Iftekhar Hassan
Rich and beautiful Nawab Bari
there has been many heard stories from my parents, relatives, and friends about how rich and beautiful Nawab Bari once was. when i visited BD in 2004, i was very shocked to see that it was nothing like what i heard. in fact, i didnt see anything there. i only enjoyed it because my relatives were there. or else i wouldnt plan on visiting Nawab Bari. children from my generation would say the same thing. we didnt grow up there, for which we wouldnt like it. yet we should still appreciate our parents land. the thing is, we cant though. so many outsiders have invaded our homes. the place is polluted! there's garbage everywhere and there are stray dogs walking around. it's just disgusting! this made me think.......can't we all donate some money and make Nawab Bari like it's old self again?? i know this is a very big thing i'm thinking of, but it's only for the better. i also know that it's going to take a really long time. maybe years, maybe decades, who knows?? but there's no harm in trying. we all moved out of BD leaving many of our families and friends behind. we're all living a decent life. we can all afford to get our wants accomplished, then why not our love and affection for those we left behind??this way when our generation goes to BD sometime in the future, which Insha-Allah we all will.. we should be able to visit our old Nawab Bari again. the way our parents left it. to do this i need some ideas to raise the money. what i need right now is everyone's help. we all just go to BD and enjoy, but we dont think about what everyone's going through over there. if the place is nice and clean atleast then we can atleast get started with their health. well that's all i had to propose.if anyone has any questions and if anything is unclear then please let me know. thank you so much dnf for making it possible for me to say this to all the Nawabbarians.thank you
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
Khawja Nazimuddin Illegal Removal and Begining of Disintegration of Pakistan
By: Iftekhar Hassan
Khawja Nazimuddin illegal removal by Punjabi Governor General Ghulam Muhammad, was the begining of disintegration of Pakistan, may or may not be agreed by most political scientist. However, research led me to believe that it was indeed the begining of the disintegration of Pakistan. Governor General Gulam Mohammad's action was indeed, undemocratic and objectionable because the Prime Minister Khawja Nazimuddin enjoyed the confidence of the majority of the people of Pakistan and the Parliament.
This single act set an unhealthy tradition of undemocratic Pakistan and was the precedent for the future Presidents of Pakistan who were fond of removing elected governments. ( this fashion continued til this day)Not only this created continued instability in than, whole of Pakistan, in terms of foriming a solid democratic institution to support democracy, but also, this was the begining of military intervention in the affairs of civil rule, which made Pakistan a failed state, as it is today.
I must also point out that, Khawaja Nazimuddin's forced downfall was not only due to his peace loving nature, but power struggle amongst the various power hungry Pakistani leaders of that time. Situation created by than, movement for Tahaffuz-i-Khatam-i-Nabuwat and so-called food riot condition in Punjab was shown as failure of Khawaja Nazimuddin administration was nothing, but a hoax.
Khawaja Nazimuddin was called in by the Governor General and ordered to resign. Khawaja Nazimuddin declined but was dismissed by Malik Ghulam Muhammad on April 17, 1953. After removing Khawaja Nazimuddin, the Governor General appointed Muhammad Ali Bogra who himself was in those days was a thier tier political novice, as the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
We must not forget that the most important work to finish the rule of law book known as second draft of the constitution of Pakistan was written under Prime Minister Khawaja Nazimuddin and was presented to the Constituent Assembly on December 22, 1952.
It is true that the The Basic Principles Committee's report was severely criticized and bitterness grew between East and West Pakistan. However, Prime Minister, Khawaja Nazimuddin, welcomed the report as a valuable document according to the aspirations of the people of Pakistan. But the fact was that the nation was not satisfied with the report and this was also the begining of the problem of making of the constitution of Pakistan.
Respectfully Submitted
Khawja Nazimuddin illegal removal by Punjabi Governor General Ghulam Muhammad, was the begining of disintegration of Pakistan, may or may not be agreed by most political scientist. However, research led me to believe that it was indeed the begining of the disintegration of Pakistan. Governor General Gulam Mohammad's action was indeed, undemocratic and objectionable because the Prime Minister Khawja Nazimuddin enjoyed the confidence of the majority of the people of Pakistan and the Parliament.
This single act set an unhealthy tradition of undemocratic Pakistan and was the precedent for the future Presidents of Pakistan who were fond of removing elected governments. ( this fashion continued til this day)Not only this created continued instability in than, whole of Pakistan, in terms of foriming a solid democratic institution to support democracy, but also, this was the begining of military intervention in the affairs of civil rule, which made Pakistan a failed state, as it is today.
I must also point out that, Khawaja Nazimuddin's forced downfall was not only due to his peace loving nature, but power struggle amongst the various power hungry Pakistani leaders of that time. Situation created by than, movement for Tahaffuz-i-Khatam-i-Nabuwat and so-called food riot condition in Punjab was shown as failure of Khawaja Nazimuddin administration was nothing, but a hoax.
Khawaja Nazimuddin was called in by the Governor General and ordered to resign. Khawaja Nazimuddin declined but was dismissed by Malik Ghulam Muhammad on April 17, 1953. After removing Khawaja Nazimuddin, the Governor General appointed Muhammad Ali Bogra who himself was in those days was a thier tier political novice, as the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
We must not forget that the most important work to finish the rule of law book known as second draft of the constitution of Pakistan was written under Prime Minister Khawaja Nazimuddin and was presented to the Constituent Assembly on December 22, 1952.
It is true that the The Basic Principles Committee's report was severely criticized and bitterness grew between East and West Pakistan. However, Prime Minister, Khawaja Nazimuddin, welcomed the report as a valuable document according to the aspirations of the people of Pakistan. But the fact was that the nation was not satisfied with the report and this was also the begining of the problem of making of the constitution of Pakistan.
Respectfully Submitted
Friday, July 07, 2006
Where R We DNF??
Strange news but true... Once i was walking down the road of Dhaka City. then i came to chat with some of the local dwellers there. surprisely, they thought i am frm abroad. when i told them about me and suddenly they all got suprised. they all speaking to themselves. and i said what happen.. do u knw what they replied. they replied that we all thought Nawab family does not exit no more. I was really very shock. then i somehow had them a long discussion with them.
so, my point is why people of dhaka city doesn't know that we , DNF, do exist? the answer is very simple. we don't come to the people face to face, in media for example.
Khwaja Ali Madani.
so, my point is why people of dhaka city doesn't know that we , DNF, do exist? the answer is very simple. we don't come to the people face to face, in media for example.
Khwaja Ali Madani.
Tuesday, July 04, 2006
the main gate of nawab bari fall off last night
finally it happened last night but thanks to almighty that the death rate was as minor as 10 people as the old entrance fall on a micro bus entering at 7 o clock the driver with 2 ricksha puller with 6 passenger on the ricksha and mr rahaman and son died on the sudden accident took place yesterday evening we really should hav taken some step to stop this accident but it was too late for us hope next time we wont be late may allah bless those departed souls in heaven
Sunday, July 02, 2006
Happy 1st Birthday to Soha
Wishing a very happy Birthday to our Special Granddaughter SOHA SYEDA ZAREEN, daughter of Sahar & Riyadh, who turned a year old on June 26, 2006. You are a gift. When Allah blessed our family with the wonderful gift of you, HE was also giving us the gift of laughter, gentleness, caring, and love that are so much a beautiful part of you. We miss you a lot. Hope to see you all soon.
Khawja Wasim(Nana) & Rezwana Wasim(Nanijan)
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