Fri Nov 22 21:54:07 UTC 2024: **Author T. Padmanabhan Awarded Muhammed Abdu Rahman Sahib Memorial Award**
Samudera, [Date]: The Muhammed Abdu Rahman Sahib Memorial Award was presented to author T. Padmanabhan by MP Abdu Samad Samdani at a commemorative event held in Samudera. The award, which includes ₹100,000, a certificate, and a plaque, honors the legacy of Muhammed Abdu Rahman Sahib, a leader described by Samdani as having stood for his values and marked in history alongside Gandhi for his courage. The event, organized by the Muhammed Abdu Rahman Sahib Memorial Trust, also saw the launch of the *Al Ameen* online news website, part of the centenary celebrations of the newspaper founded by Abdu Rahman Sahib.
MLA A.P. Anil Kumar delivered the keynote address, while M.N. Karassery gave the commemorative speech, further highlighting Abdu Rahman Sahib’s contributions. The event featured speeches by several dignitaries including C. Haridas, Aryadan Shoukath (Trust Chairman), and others.
T. Padmanabhan, while accepting the award, urged the Trust to investigate and recover the assets of the *Al Ameen* press, reportedly worth crores of rupees. He called on Aryadan Shoukath to look into the matter. The event concluded with speeches from various other figures including Manampur Rajan Babu, DCC president V.S. Joy, and Trust Secretary V. Muhammed.
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