Hyderabad: A concerted effort is on by some Muslims in the city to address in a systematic way the socio-economic issues facing the community.
Educated, well-to-do Muslims are being roped in to take up the cause of the less fortunate as part of their religious obligation.
In at least three Muslim populated areas of Hakimpet, Rasoolpura and Bazaar Ghat, a household survey is being carried out to find out the living conditions, educational and health status of Muslims.
The idea is to empower and emancipate the poor and underprivileged members of the community through education.
The Bengaluru-based National Centre for Research and Development (NCRD), which is successfully carrying out similar work in different parts of Karnataka, has come forward to guide and train the Hyderabadi Muslims in addressing issues in a professional manner.
Mr U. Nisar Ahmed, retired inspector general of police, Karnataka, and chairman, NRCD, recently addressed a group of masjid committee members and volunteers at Red Hills to motivate them to join community service.
