Kokan Committee Mumbai Suburb – Iftar Party

An Iftar party was arranged by Kokan Committee Mumbai Suburb (KCMS) on 6^th August 2013. The event was attended by several members from Mumbai and from Gulf Countries. During this event a forum was held to exchange the concerns among the committees, bridge the gap and to bring them under a common platform. Alhamdullilah event was successfull.

The below are pictures of event.

 

Dr. Wasim Phoplankar successfully treat nasophaynx cancer

Congratulation Dr. Wasim, you made Kokani's proud !!!

New credit : Times of India.

MUMBAI: Last month, Balasubramanium completed a year since he conquered his very advanced nasopharyngeal (posterior part of nose) cancer.

He had presented to the oncology department of L H Hiranandani Hospital after he was diagnosed with very advanced stage nasophaynx cancer. His cancer had already eroded base of skull and was protruding into his brain.

Dr Wasim Phoplunkar, consultant radiation oncologist at Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital said, “The cancer was very close to optic (eye) nerves. Because of such a large tumor, he was bleeding from the nose, his face was numb and he was not able to walk properly because of co-ordination problem. Psychologically also, he was very disturbed.”

Balasubramanium was referred to medical oncology department, where he took two cycles of chemotherapy. After this, he was referred back to radiation oncology for Radiotherapy.

"It was a challenge for me to give radiation to such a big disease which was involving his brain and was in close proximity to his optic nerve. Thanks to the technology (Rapid Arc) available at International Oncology, his radiation was planned so meticulously that his tumor received maximum dose while his normal critical structures were saved. It allowed us to precisely shape the radiation beams to the size and shape of the tumor, delivering highly effective doses of radiation to tumors while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues in the least possible time, thus increasing accuracy and comfort," said Dr Phoplunkar.
"Dose painting takes this precision even further. Using sophisticated imaging techniques, we identify areas within the tumor that might need a higher "boost" dose of radiation, based on the presence of cells that are resistant to radiation therapy or are especially aggressive," he added.

Balasubramanium does not have any lasting side-effects from his treatment. His salivary glands are fine, as are his hearing and swallowing functions. His vision also had no deterioration. He joined his office within two months after his treatment.

Reference node : http://m.timesofindia.com/city/mumbai/Mumbai-doctors-successfully-treat-nasophaynx-cancer/articleshow/21087510.cms

Konkan Rain - 2013

The monsoon 2013 rains have come heavy and early. Record downpours revealed by IMD show till July 14, 28% access amount of rain have been received.

Incessant rains in Konkan region for past two to three days and a continuing heavy rainfall in the region have increased the water level of rivers. Konkan Railway services are also affected due to heavy rain water.

Attached are picture of Konkan Monsoon 2013. Thanks to all my friends who have shared this pictures.

Khed Pictures

 Goregoan - Raigad

 Rajapur - Ratnagiri

 Roha Pictures

Monsoon Feeling

Kokan Council Foundation – Headquarter Raigad District

Kokan Council Foundation (known as KCF) has inaugurated Raigad district coaching centre headquarter which is located at Mahsla.

The inauguration was attended by prominent personalities. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Ali Al Shamsi – Chairman Adv. Committee, Raigad District Muslim Welfare Organisation. Mr. Mujibulla Duste - President of Kokan Council Foundation was also specially flown for attending this event from Saudi Arabia.

After opening of Raigad coaching class, Kokan council is operating coaching centers in all Kokan districts (Khed – Ratnagiri, Tirlot – Sindhudurg and Mahsla - Ratnagiri).

Operations of coaching centers will benefit our community and will make us and our upcoming generation more competitive and productive and focused. The coaching centers are planning provide the following classes :

·         Regular Coaching Classes for standard VIII up to X;

·         Government Scholarship Examination for standard IV and VII (Urdu, Maths, Science and Intelligence / Mental Ability Test)

·         Maharashtra Talent Search Examination (MTSE) for standard VIII and IX (Maths, English, Social Science & General Knowledge)

·         National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) for standard X (All NTSE subjects with General Knowledge).

·         CET Coaching classes - To prepare the XII standard students for highly competitive Common Entrance Test for Medical and Engineering Courses.