12/04/1953 – 15/02/2019

Abdul Raheem Teekay, hailing from Jokatte, is renowned as an entrepreneur and director of Teekays Group, specializing in interior design. Beyond business, he delves into poetry, literature, and societal concerns.

Born on April 12, 1953, to Bawa Abdul Khader, a prominent contractor, and Salma of the esteemed Kunhara kana family in Mangalore’s “Padinaraga,” Abdul Raheem Teekay received his early education in Bhadravathi and continued in Bajpe. He completed his B.Com degree from Government College, Mangalore.

His literary journey began with organizing the first ever Beary Sahitya Sammelana in Mangalore in 1998. Subsequently, he served as the founding president of Kendra Beary Sahitya Parishad, contributing significantly to the success of subsequent Beary Sahitya Conferences. Notably, he played a pivotal role in establishing the Karnataka Beary Sahitya Academy.

Despite being a businessman, Abdul Raheem Teekay had love for literature. Gifted with poetic writing and fluent speech in Kannada and Beary languages, he contributed numerous articles, stories, and poems to prestigious newspapers. His thoughts were also shared on his popular English blog. Notably, he translated Paulo Coelho’s renowned work “Alchemist” into Kannada, titled “Rasavadi,” which became a bestseller at Sapna Book House.

His collection of poems, enriched by diverse life experiences, garnered critical acclaim for their profound insights and unique style. Particularly, his 2014 publication “Mallige Balli,” a collection of Beary poetry, earned him widespread popularity.

Abdul Raheem Teekay’s demise on February 15, 2019, at the age of 65, following a brief illness, left behind a vast network of relatives and countless admirers. His wife, Bibi Fatima, comes from a respected “Kayarakana” family within the prestigious “Paunaraga” clan of Mangalore Bundar. His elder son, Rahil Teekay, pursues architecture and business, while the second son is Haseeb Teekay.

His life and literary works stand as a testament to his profound appreciation for the language and culture of the region. He was deeply committed to the revitalization of the Beary language.