Riyadh Vazhikkadavu Pravasi Koottayma (RIVA)

Riyadh Vazhikkadavu Pravasi Koottayma [RIVA] is an association formed 29th Feb 2008 as a welfare association mainly focused the natives in Vazhikkadavu Panchayath. The main instance that paved the way of RIVA formation is the sudden demise of one of our Vazhikkadavu Panchayath native in Riyadh. The different stages and process had faced during that time to carry the mortal remains back home gave awareness to all that we need a group helping the needy people in their difficulties. Later on each and every one started to search out the Vazhikkadavu Panchayath natives around and it leads to the formation of an Association. During the first meeting itself we selected the Executive Committee and other office bearers of the association.

RIVA, within a short period of 3 years time, has done lots of commendable welfare activities for the natives of Vazhikkadavu Panchayath. We were able to provide financial aid to some of the families who lost their income source due to the unexpected death. We were able to get the financial assistance of Indian Embassy Welfare fund for some of the families.

One of our interference was that we were able to bring back mortal remains of the Vazhikkadavu native people, who died in Riyadh unexpectedly, to their home town for funeral without any delay. In relation with any issues, especially in death cases, RIVA was able to provide commendable services as well as the company proceedings and mortal remains buried in Riyadh itself as per the request from family. One of the memorable moments of RIVA is that, got release of Mr. Abubacker Mundaramadi a native of Narokavu-Vazhikkadavu Panchayath, who was arrested by Saudi police due to some misunderstanding. RIVA - besides all these many other financial assistance provided in healthcare, education and helps to reset some of the lives also.

RIVA was able to provide identity card for all its members and we are conducting annual day celebrations for gathering together with its members and friends. RIVA has a souvenir in 2009 during first annual day celebrations. All RIVA members are registered under NORKA Roots, thereby able to aware of India Government welfare schemes.

RIVA having various wings like Welfare, Charitable, Arts, Sports, IT, Legal Cell, Women Cell and doing commendable jobs in their respective fields.

For the transparency and accountability, RIVA has a joint account in State Bank of India- Manimooly Branch. For working efficiency RIVA convene monthly Executive Committee to review its activities; share and discuss future plans and programs as per approved organizational BYE LAW.