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COMMUNICATION WITH THE CONCERNED AUTHORITIES In its endeavour to establish channels of communication and engage with the administration and political leadership of the country, IMPAR wrote various letters of concern. A letter was written to Shri Prakash Javadekar, Cabinet Minister, Min. of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India on his Commendable Stand against Sudarshan News propagating hate against Muslims through four episodes of its "BindasBol" programme on alleged infiltration of Muslims in the bureaucracy which has breached the programme code and cautioned to the channel of "stricter penal action" in case of future violations. A letter was sent to Home Secretary, Government of India with the Rrquest for putting a ban on the use of term ‘Love Jihad’ in legal and public discourse. The letter contented the fact that ‘Love Jihad’ itself is an undefined, unrecognized concept and no such case of ‘love jihad’ has been reported by any of the central agencies so far, highlighting Article 25 of the Constitution and said “it provided for the freedom to profess, practice and propagate religion subject to public order, morality and health”. IMPAR has sent a greeting to The Chairman, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) on National Milk Day being observed on November 26 every year with our eagerness to contribute with our available human and other resources in achieving the laid vision and mission of NDDV. A letter of appreciation was sent to Shri Mohan Bhagwat Ji, Sarsanghchalak (Chief) of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on his remarks about ‘World as a Family’ in an online programme on ‘Vaishwik Pridrishyamein Bharat ki Bhumika’. RESEARCH PROJECTS AND PROPOSALS A project proposal is developed on the topic entitled “Analysis of Economic, Social, Educational and Political Progress of Muslims in India” with the purpose to assess real time data so that IMPAR can modify various strategies to further accelerate its mission of progress and reforms of Indian Muslims. A detailed project proposal on “Enhancing Employability through Skill Development Training among Women and Adolescent Girls” in Delhi (NCR) was submitted for funding from external agencies/bodies to establish IMPAR Community Development Center (CDC) at Abul Fazal Enclave, Okhla, New Delhi. STATE CHAPTERS IMPAR Bihar Chapter has successfully organized “Sanitation and Awareness Drive” under the guidance of its State Coordinator Mrs. FarhatHasan, and Dr.Amjad Ali, Projects and Research Head in order to compliment ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ of Govt. of India and in accordance with Health and Sanitation programme of IMPAR at Shahganj and Sabzibagh, Patna respectively on November 28, 2020. The same activities were repeated at Phulwari Sharif, Patna on very next day i.e. November 29, 2020. During the drive at each locations more than 1000 masks, 100 bottles of 100 ml sanitizer and awareness leaflet were distributed to the needy peoples and commuters. IMPAR Bihar Chapter has also promoted its signature campaign on “Movement against Extremism” and requested the people to participate in the same by signing petition through different methods including scanning of QR code. COMMUNITY WORK IMPAR conducted Awareness Program at one of the prime Central Universities of the nation, Jamia Millia Islamia on November 15th, 2020. The motive is to encourage others to start similar drives in their neighbourhood to keep the area clean and hygienic especially in times of Covid. IMPAR team of volunteers held an Awareness Drive in and around Okhla, New Delhi on November 21st, 2020 where they had put posters on mosques consisting of IMPAR guidelines for the namazis. The team of volunteers for the community-based work is led by IMPAR’s Head of the Field Programs, Mr. Shan Mohammed with the aim of spreading the message of “keeping the neighbourhood clean and covid free”. IMPAR Health and Sanitation Program is designed for taking up responsibility of our surroundings, to motivate youth towards cleanliness and hygiene and make them responsible. As it is rightly said, “Cleanliness is half Iman”. WEBINARS HELD On National Education Day, IMPAR conducted a webinar on “Maulana Azad and Holistic Approach to Educational Empowerment of Indian Muslims” on November 11th, 2020. The program was graced by eminent speakers like Lt. Gen. ZameerUddin Shah, Dr KhwajaShahid, Padma Shree Dr.AkhtarulWasey, Dr. SM Ilyas and Ms.AsheeNemat. It was a tribute to Maulana Azad on his Birth Anniversary. IMPAR conducted a webinar “Integrating Family Planning among Indian Muslims: Challenges and Solutions”on November 14th, 2020 on the occasion of Children’s Day. Journalist Mr. Musharraf Ali, Philanthropist Mr.Majeed Parekh, Brigadier Syed Ahmed Ali, Dr.AmnaMirza and Dr.Dr.Lubna Kamal shared the panel where they all shared their insights pertaining to the subject. IMPAR held an event on its new initiative “Movement Against Extremism” on November 17th, 2020 with the aim of collecting 1 million signatures. The following great personalities from different arenas of work were present on the Global Launch who showed their support to IMPAR’s signature campaign: Mr. Syed Salman Chishti- Global Peace Ambassador &GaddaNasheen, Ajmer ShareefDargah Ms. Seema Mustafa- Editor-in-Chief, The Citizen, New Delhi Justice Iqbal Ansari- Chairman, Punjab, Human Rights Commissioner & former Chief Justice, Patna, High Court Dr. ArshiZaveri- Senior Advisor,Royal Family Office,Abu Dhabi & CEO, TRUST WITH TRADE GROUP, UAE, Dr.KhurshidAlam-Ex Healthcare Commissioner of UK. Chairman of Academy for Advanced Studies and Training International, UK Mr. MudarPatheria- President, Kolkata Gives Foundation Lt. General Ata Hasnain- Member, NDMA, New Delhi Prof. SW Akhtar- VC, Integral University, Lucknow Ms. KhairulNisa- ED World Trade Centre, India, Noida Mr. ZuneidYousuf- Chairman, Africa Green Resource Zambia Mr. Abbas RazaAlvi- President, Indian Crescent Society of Australia Ms. Farah Usmani- UN, Head Quaters, New York The point of discussion was how we need to look upon the areas that are required to be introspected upon instead of cursing everyone who has negative impression of the community. It’s time to build the image of the community and change others’ perception about us. What can be the ways to build positive perception in the eyes of others is challenging and need to be worked upon is also talked about. IMPAR Tamil Nadu Council held a meeting on December 5th, 2020 “Tamil Nadu State Council Program” to introduce the members and encourage them to work more effectively in the State Chapter and new District Chapters. The panel was shared by Mr.Shameer S., Mr. C J Shahjahan, and Mr. Akbar Batcha with IMPAR Director Mr. Khalid Ansari as the Moderator and the session was addressed by IMPAR President Dr. M J Khan. IMPAR regulated a synergistic dialogue on “The Role of Media and Hallowed Indian Democracy” on December 1st, 2020 where the keynote speaker was famous journalist Ms.Seema Mustafa who addressed that writing alone doesn’t make anyone a journalist but being a journalist means to be able to bring out the facts even in the dire of circumstances. She also warned about the source of news, it is very important which platform we are reading news on. Also, she stressed on focusing on younger generation and understanding them is the need of the hour. Under Skilling and Entrepreneurship Program, IMPAR conducted another program on “Entrepreneurship through Innovative Distribution System” on December 6th, 2020 where two successful entrepreneurs Ram Rakesh Sharma and Syed Mohammed Arif shared the panel of speakers. The webinar aimed to guide those who are looking to establish their own enterprise with very small affordable investment and willing to learn. PRESS RELEASES ISSUED IMPAR has issued a press release on a webinar on “Integrating Family Planning among Indian Muslims: Challenges and Solutions” with the purpose to spread knowledge about concept about family planning in Islamic perspective. The press release was covered by important news agencies in India. IMPAR Expressed Grief over the sad demise of Maulana Kalbe Sadiq and Ahmad Patel Sb. The news was covered by prominent news agencies. IMPAR Bihar Chapter has issued press releases on two consecutive days spreading information about its drive on health, sanitation and awareness programme held at three different locations in Patna districts. The news was widely covered by the national news papers in Hindi and Urdu language. it was also part of prime time news channels at national level. ARTICLES & REPORTS IMPAR has published following Articles on its Article Corner available for readers on IMPAR website. 1. Love Jihad: A Complete Fiction by Dr. Amjad Ali 2. Hijab and Quranic Psychology by Dr. Lubna Kamal 3. Educational Progress of Vulnerable Indian Muslim Girls by Dr. Amjad Ali IMPAR releases its monthly report on November 10th, 2020. SOCIAL AND DIGITAL MEDIA ACTIVITIES IMPAR greets all on the Education Day, i.e., the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad sharing his message, “If there's one thing that can help the society that is education and building of character”. IMPAR shares Dhanteras greetings to its fellow Indians. IMPAR spreads the message of peace, joy and happiness on the occasion of Diwali. IMPAR remembers India’s first Prime Minister of India Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary and wishes Children’s Day to all by sharing that we must let the child inside us be always there, for it is that child who can create a difference. IMPAR celebrates the first female Prime Minister of India by remembering her on November 19th on her Birth Anniversary. IMPAR shares greetings on Chhath Puja, an ancient Hindu Vedic festival historically native to the Indian subcontinent, more specifically, the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh and the Madhesh region of Nepal where people observe prayers and religious rituals, including bathing in the Ganges, and fasting. Team IMPAR extends its heartfelt condolences on the demise of the renowned Islamic Scholar, Educationalist, and Philanthropist, MaulanaDr.