By A.M. Aarif Jokatte for TwoCircles.net,
Jeddah: Indian Consul General Sayeed Ahmed Baba inaugurated the Healthy Life Happy Life football tournament, which is part of the ongoing health awareness campaign, run by India Fraternity Forum Jeddah. Ten teams representing different states of the country will be vying for the supremacy in the six-week-long tournament held in three grounds, Kaki, Madaen Fahd and the one near Bader Bakery. Final matches will be played on 19th March.
A large crowd witnessed the Consul General kicking the ball at the Bader Bakery football ground beside the Sharafiya Police Station. Earlier the IFF office bearers received the Consul General and a younger fan presented him with a bouquet. Coordinator Abdul Ghani emphasized the importance of exercise and games in maintaining the health of expatriates, as a very valuable asset for the community in general and the individual in particular.
Ahmed Suhail Kandak welcomed the gathering and Iqbal Chemban conveyed vote of thanks.
As part of Healthy Life Happy Life Awareness Campaign, series of programs is being held this month all through Jeddah Province.