Coastal Friends Mangalore (R) a non-profit social organization, emerged from the genuine camaraderie between individuals of the Beary community hailing from different parts of the region, to embody the essence of strengthening true Friendship, Empowering Communitiesto engage in community service.

The organization’s journey began with Sirajuddin Parladka’s serendipitous meeting in Dubai with Mr.Saif Sultan and Mr. Sharif Abbas Valal, orchestrated by social media connections.

What started as a WhatsApp group on 21 March 2018, when a few friends like Beary Zulfi, Sarfraz Valal, Jaapu Savanur, Absali, Imran Addoor, Naushad M.K, who took part in the first friendship party held at Sirajuddin Parladka’s residence when he came to native to further strengthen the friendship he had developed with Sharif Valal and Saif Sultan, has evolved into a close-knit family, united by face-to-face interactions and a commitment to authentic relationships. Coastal Friends Mangalore, now registered and took shape of an organization has grown into a family of several friends each of whom have met each other face to face.

The specialty of this group and the qualification to be a part of this family of friends is that they must know each other and meet face to face. By that, real friendship of friendship should be developed. Which means there is no scope for fake friendship here.

Distinctive to Coastal Friends Mangalore (R) is its emphasis on genuine connections, eschewing superficiality for meaningful bonds. This ethos extends beyond friendship gatherings to encompass social service initiatives, including educational support, iftar gatherings, and annual sports events.

In 2023, the organization pioneered “Santhwana Sanchara,” a compassionate endeavour to uplift special patients through therapeutic outings, demonstrating a profound empathy for the marginalized in society. One of their major philanthropic initiatives includes provision of 25 medical beds owned by Coastal Friends Mangalore (R), to the patients across the district as and when the need arises. This in fact reduces the financial burden of the patients coming from underprivileged and poor section of the society.  Additional philanthropic efforts extend to providing medical equipment to those in need, exemplifying their commitment to holistic community care.

An innovative aspect of Coastal Friends Mangalore is its policy regarding WhatsApp messages: a fine is imposed for deletions to control unwanted messages, stopping the sender from arousing curiosities among the readers, with proceeds directed towards social causes. This approach not only fosters accountability but also generates funds for impactful initiatives, highlighting their resourcefulness in serving their community.

Key Personalities

Founder: Sirajuddin Parladka

Founder President: Sharif Abbas Valal

Honorary President: Asif Adarsh Suralpadi

Honorary Advisors: Saif Sultan and Mustafa Dammale

Current Office Bearers of Coastal Friends Mangalore (R) for the Year 2023-24

President: Imthiyaz S.M

General Secretary: Imthiyaz Hajjaj

Vice Presidents: Munna Kammardi and Faizal Rahman

Secretary: Riyaz A1 Kannur

Treasurer: Siraj Yermal

Trustees:

Salam Sammy, Ansar Katipalla, Shaukat Ali and Zulfikar Qasim.

Members:

Ashik Kukkaje, Ashraf Aloor, Ashraf KK, Azhar Kumbra, Badruddin Nelyadi, Davood Xten, Dr.E.K. A Siddik Addoor, Faizal Valachil, Hanif Valal, Hisham Krishnapura, Ibrahim Dubal , Imtiyaz Salethur Iframe, Junaid Bantwala, Nasir Nachi BC Road, Naveed Magundi, Nizam Thokur, Noufal FN Krishnapura, Rafeek Master Ubar, Rilwan Valal, Riyaz  Shine, Sabith Kumbra, Saeed Karaya, Safvan Karvel, Safwan A1 Kannur, Safwan Engineer Karaya, Sajid Wodeyar, Sameer Lucky Star, Krishnapura, Sameer Seeco, Samshu Suralpady, Shakeer Ullala, Shareef Dzone Kadaba, Shihab Thangal Ullala, Shukoor MK, Siyab Patna, Slaeem Valal CI, Yakoob Fairoz, Abdul Nizar Valachil, Sheik Dawood Vision, Mueenudeen Nattibail, Junaid Chikmangaluru, Advocate Habeeb Golthamajalu, Tahir Salmara, Mansoor Hasainar, Nawaz Hajjaj, Masood Canara, Afroz, Afthab Basthikar, Shafeeq Valal, Nazir Bedrodi and Saad Ismail Karaya.

Coastal Friends Mangalore’s vision transcends mere friendship; it embodies a holistic approach to community empowerment. Through their unwavering commitment to friendship, service, and integrity, they stand as a beacon of hope and solidarity in Mangalore and beyondwhile members serve as the backbone of their social and recreational endeavours.