Doha: ICF Qatar National President Ahmed Saqafi Perambra emphasized that art and literature should serve as tools for social transformation. He was speaking at the closing ceremony of the I Fest organized by the ICF Doha Region. The Markhiya Division emerged as the overall champions with 165 points, excelling in events such as reading, Madh song, speech, poetry recitation, and spot quiz. Al-Sadd and Mushairib Divisions secured second and third places respectively.

The winners were announced by National Organization Secretary Umar Kunduthode, while Salim Irfani from the Al-Sadd Division was declared Kalapratibha, having scored the highest individual points. The closing ceremony was presided over by Regional President Yakub Sakhafi, and trophies were presented by National President Ahmed Sakhafi and National General Secretary Muhammad Shah Ayanjary. IC Economic Secretary Siraj Chova and RSC National EB Member Kafeel Puthanpally congratulated the winners for their outstanding performances.

National leaders including Abdul Aziz Sakhafi Paloli, KB Abdullah Haji, Abdurahman PVC, Rahmatullah Sakhafi, Umar Puthupadam, Noushad Athirumada, Jamal Azhari, Fakhruddin Peringottukara, and Dr. Abdul Hameed attended the event. Wahab Sakhafi led an anti-drug pledge, reaffirming the organization’s social commitment. The program began with a welcome address by Regional Secretary Mujeeb Vailathur, and Harris Moodadi delivered the vote of thanks.