Exemplary arrangements at Rubaat Nizam Hyderabad in Meccah for 2015 Haj Pilgrims

The Haj 2015 for the pilgrims staying at Nizam Rubaath Hyderabad in Meccah is an experience to cherish and remember for the excellent and unparalled service and the arranegments they are experiencing in during their stay in Rubath and the credit goes to Mr.Hussain Mohammed Al Shareef, the most humble and the unassuming personality who has his roots from Hyderabad, inherited the spirit of service to the guests of Allah from his legendary father Revered late Shareef Mohammed saheb. Mr.Hussain grew up seeing his beloved father serving the guests of Allah with utmost humility providing the ultimate comfort and looking into every arrangement meticulously to make the stay of the Haj and the Umrah pilgrims as comfortable as possible giving them feel of their home in the holy city of Meccah Mukkaramah. 

Mr.Hussain Mohammed Al Shareef with the Pilgrims in Rubaat

Let me take you through the history of Rubath Nizam Hyderabad in Meccah Mukkaramah. 

History on Rubath Nizam Hyderabad

The Rulers of Hyderabad State had purchased late in 12^th Century Hijri in their names and in the name of their family member dear and near , some immovable properties in Makkah al Mukarrama for the benefit and convenience of the pilgrims coming to the Holy Place from Hyderabad for Haj, Umrah and Ziarath.

As Known from the date of purchase, these properties were being used for the accommodation of pilgrims coming from Hyderabad .These properties were never used for personal purposes of the founders.

Since more than 100 years these properties were being utilized for the same purpose.

These properties were first purchased during the regime of the Ruler of Hyderabad The Nizam V , Nawab Afzaluddaoula Bahadur.

 As per the declaration   made by H.E.H. Nawab Mir Barkath Ali Khan Mukarram Jah Bahadur it was  confirmed that these are waqfs   and   solely dedicated to provide accommodations to pilgrims coming from Hyderabad

On 24^th  Safar 1400 A.H.(Corresponding to 13JAN1980 A.D.) Mr Mohammed Mudar Hussain Al Shareef also known as Shareef Mohammed Advocate; a Saudi National ,Shareef e Makkah and Legal Advisor to Petroleum Minister in Riyadh was appointed as "Nazer of the Waqf "  .He served the Rubath for a period of 30 yrs out of which 16 Yrs he served as official Nazer until his Demise on 26^th Dul Haj 1416 A.H. (Corresponding to 13MAY1996 A.D.) 

On 29^th  Moharram 1417A.H. (Corresponding to 16JUN1996 A.D.) , Mr. Hussain Mohammed Mudar Hussain Al Shareef  A Top Executive in Saudi Airlines Catering at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Internation Airport  and also son of Late Shareef Mohammed Advocate was appointed as Nazer by the Royal Court of Makkah Al Mukarrama with a support from Co-Nazer ,Sheikh Yousef Awad Al Ahmadi and both have been serving the Rubath ever since providing Accomodation for  Haj , Umra and Ziarath for pilgrims coming from Hyderabad and staying comfortably in these Rubaths free of any charges

                                                                                                                                                        Late Shareef Mohammed Advocate

 "As my father always said - Providing Comfort to the Guest of Allah is an account for Aakherath..." Nazer/ Hussain Mohammed Al Shareef son of Shareef Mohammed Advocate.

 Now I give the brief of the arrangements made for the Haj 2015 for the pilgrims at Rubath Nizam Hyderabad.

2015 Hajj Completed successfully and 588 Pilgrims of Telangana, Maharashtra & Karnataka were provided free Accommodation & Food (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during their complete stay at Rubath Nizam Hyderabad in Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Process started by considering the Hajis selected by Hajj Committee of India in category Azeezia covering 20 Districts under Erstwhile Nizam State of Hyderabad which were more than 6,000 and an online draw  took place at Hajj House , Hyderabad on 30^th May, 2015 in presence of                                         

                                          Mr Mohammed Mahmood Ali

Dy. Chief Minister of Telangana

&

Janab Hussain Mohammed Al Shareef

Nazer Rubath Nizam Hyderabad

ACCOMMODATION AT RUBATH :

A total of 588 pilgrims were given accommodation in 3 buildings of Rubath:

Building 1: 258 Hajjis at Al Misfalah

Building 2: 83 Hajjis   at Al Misfalah

Building 3: 247 Hajjis at Al Shisha

Facilities for Hajjis at Rubath Included :

Ø All days - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.  

Ø Comfortable Bed with Clean Bed Sheet, Blanket & Pillow

Ø 24 Hrs Reception desk for Assistance.

Ø Provision of Zam Zam Water & Water coolers on each floor.

Ø Baggage & Wheelchair Assistance.  

Ø Washing Machines with Attendant for washing clothes.

Ø Iron & Iron board Facility

Ø 24 Hours Housekeeping Facilities.

Ø Bus for Transportation to and fro from Haram for Building 3 Al Shiaha pilgrims.

Ø Makkah Ziarah arranged by Rubath for all Hajjis before Haj so they visit all Sites where they shall perform Haj and Feel Comfortable.

FOOD FOR HAJJIS DURING STAY AT RUBATH

The  Nazer  Hussain Mohammed Al Shareef  Opted  for  a  Professional Caterer   “ Rawaf Food Solutions “ and arranged a service during the Entire Haj Period for Hajis FREE OF COST ( Almost 60,000 Meals in 35 Days )

On Arrival

           

Hajjis were provided with Juice & Mineral water as welcome drink on arrival in Rubath.  Hajjis were very pleased after long travel to receive refreshing drinks on arrival.

Welcoming Pilgrims

Menu

After Nazer’s commitment to serve Meals for Hajjis RFS immediately embarked upon the challenge to cater food for Hajjis of 3 States and went in detail with menu selection so as to cater and satisfy hajjis coming from the 21 Districts of Telangana, Karnataka & Maharashtra.

           

Hajj as being the 5^th pillar of Islam RFS goal this year was to provide good food so as to ensure the basic needs of every Hajji is taken care with free mind hajjis could spend more time on their rituals, prayers & Ibadah. The menu which was provided to Hajjis included Indian food for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Unlimited buffet breakfast was provided to Hajjis it included Choices of assorted breads such as Rotis, Slice bread, Tandoori Roti, brown bread & Burger Bun etc.  The Breakfast main course menu consisted of Khichdi, Upma, Chola Masala, Khatti Dal, Masoor Ki Dal, Toor Dal, Pav Bhaji, Sheera, Poha (Rice Flakes),  Tomato Shorba, Wada, Sambar etc.

Lunch & Dinner menu included dishes like Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Biryani, Chicken Makhni, Mutton Kheema Fry, Khichdi Rice, Plain Rice, Vegetable Biryani, Mutton Biryani, Dal Makhni, Masoor Dal, Sambar, Vegetable Jelfrezi, Dal Moong, Dal Palak, Baigan Masala and etc.

In Addition to meals provided Fruits Like Apple, Banana & Pears were provided depending on menu. Yoghurt, Tetra pack juice, kheer & Laban were also provided.          

Meals were provided immediately after fajr prayers for Breakfast & after Zohar prayers for Lunch & Dinner after Isha prayers. “ Rawaf Food Services “ were very flexible with meal timings for Hajjis provided food any time of the day as some hajjis tend to show up late from haram or leave earlier. So they were taken notice and catered to Hajjis food at their desired time. Hajis were very pleased with food available to them at any time of day.

Some Hajis requesting any special service with regards to food were fulfilled  , thereby making Hajjis happy.

Tea

 Authentic Hyderabadi Milk Tea was served and was appreciated by Hajjis. Tea was available almost 24 Hrs for Hajjis.

FOOD PACK OF MINA

Hajjis before leaving for Mina were provided Dates, Apple, Banana, Biscuits, Laban, Apple pie, Mineral Water, Milk & Tetra pack juice to be consumed during 5 days Hajj ritual.

            All Hajjis appreciated after they come back from hajj and shared their experience of how useful this pack was during 5 days of hajj and were full of dua’s  & blessings .

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation was provided to Hajjis staying in Building 3 (Shesha) every 1 hr from Haram to Accommodation.  

MEDICAL & DOCTOR ON CALL

All Hajjis requiring medical attention were promptly dealt and Doctor’s visit with free medicines  timely scheduled at Rubath.

LAUNDRY

All Clothes of Hajjis were washed by dedicated team of staff.

Ironing board & Iron service were provided.

Summary :

            Pilgrims were very happy of all the above mentioned arrangements made and any requests of hajjis was handled professionally with well trained staff who worked round the clock thereby paving way for receiving rare reviews by hajjis & earned lot of dua’s. Hajjis satisfaction was the goal and The Rubath Team were obliged and honored to achieve it.

Every single Haji Accomodated in Rubath Nizam Hyderabad were exempted from Paying 45,000 Indian Rupees to Hajj Committee of India and further saved almost 15,000 Indian Rupees each foe their Food Expense totally to 60,000 Indian Rupees which represents almost Half the Package of Haj for poor and deserving Guest of Allah.

 The Nazer wished all Hajis one by one Farewell and congratulated them while they left for Madinah Al Munawwara after completing their full Rituals at Makkah.

Nazer serving the food to the pilgrims:

See what pilgrims have to say about the arrangements:

Some of the Videos of the Rubath:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPheedQVlnc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1Quk6k5v54

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FY7E9VLP4ro

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOvvqSOhEO8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0NBcp0jb8Y

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U-6T7pW_Tc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kUpu0JL5jA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UA9U9ATyBxw

Thank you

By:

Mohammed Khaleequr Rahman

May Allah swt accept the good work of Mr.Hussain Al Shareef and his team and reward them with his bounties and the much strong spirit to serve the pilgrims..Ameen