Shah Group

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Shah Group was established in India on April 22, 2004, by Shah J. Choudhury.

Shah Group
Founded April 22, 2004;India
Founder Shah J. Choudhury
Head Office    New York, USA
Area served        South Asia, Parts of USA
Webs https://shahgroup.us/

History and Growth

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The Shah Group, established by Shah J. Choudhury on April 22, 2004, began its operations focusing on tourism. Over time, the conglomerate diversified significantly, expanding its reach internationally with a current emphasis on media-related activities. The head office is located in New York, USA. One of the group's early milestones was the launch of the English newspaper Hindustan Surkhiyan.

Television and Broadcasting

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The Shah Group's media presence spans various platforms including print, television, and the internet. The company launched the "Bangla Channel," a television channel targeting Bengali speakers, which offers content on culture, economics, politics, and entertainment, primarily for expatriate Bangladeshis. Additionally, they introduced the 'East West Cable' IP TV Box and 'Radio Bangla' FM radio station.

Ruposhi Bangla Entertainment Network

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Founded in 2016, Ruposhi Bangla Entertainment Network consolidated several media outlets and publications under one umbrella. It promotes Bengali culture to a diverse audience, including Bangladeshi immigrants in the USA.

Third Eye Productions

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Part of the Shah Group, Third Eye Productions specializes in event management, photography, and videography, partnering closely with Ruposhi Bangla.

Publishing and Literature

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The Shah Group's Anuswar Publications has published numerous books and magazines. Anuswar magazine focuses on contemporary politics and social policy, while Anuswar Sahitya magazine, launched in 2023, advances Bengali culture and literature. In 2023, The Generation, an English-language tabloid for the Bangladeshi community in New York, was introduced.

Retail and Hospitality

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The Shah Group entered the restaurant industry with 'Rosuighar,' offering Bangladeshi cuisine, and 'Café Bangla' food court.

Real Estate Ventures

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'Hope and Dreams Realty' and 'Choudhury Estates' are Shah Group's real estate ventures in New York, focusing on housing for migrants and property transactions.

Healthcare Services

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'1st Aid Home Care' provides round-the-clock healthcare services. Future projects include 'Choudhury Home Care' and 'Live-Well Urgent Care.'

Philanthropy and Social Initiatives

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The Shah Foundation, founded on April 22, 2017, engages in various humanitarian efforts across the USA, Bangladesh, and India. Activities include food distribution during the COVID-19 pandemic, relief efforts during natural disasters, and regular charity and blood donation programs. Notable initiatives include winter clothing drives, blood donation campaigns, and monetary donations for medical treatments. The foundation also supports street children through the Street Children Foundation, focusing on their education and overall development.

Notable Philanthropic Activities

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  • Winter Clothes Distribution Drive: Distributed warm clothes in Narayanganj.[1], Dhaka[2], and Gaibandha[3].
  • Blood Donation Campaign: Organized in New York[4], collecting 41 bags of blood in collaboration with local organizations.
  • Monetary Donation: Provided financial assistance for medical treatment of a student in Bangladesh.[5]
  • Ramadan Donations: Distributed iftar boxes and essential food items to fasting individuals and needy families[6]

References

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  1. ^ "On the day of Fauzia J. Chowdhury's birthday, the children of Daudpur village received winter garments - The Generation". 2024-01-04. Retrieved 2024-05-23.
  2. ^ "Blankets distributed to destitutes on the occasion of Hosneara Chowdhury's birthday - The Generation". 2024-01-01. Retrieved 2024-05-23.
  3. ^ Khan, Mubin (2022-02-08). "Shah Foundation's winter cloth distribution in Gaibandha". Hindustan Surkhiyan. Retrieved 2024-05-23.
  4. ^ "A successful blood donation campaign by The Shah Foundation with New York Blood Center - The Generation". 2023-08-20. Retrieved 2024-05-23.
  5. ^ Uddin, Helal. "শাহ ফাউন্ডেশন জেবিবিএ ও ক্যাটেলিনার ইফতার বিতরণ". deshus.com. Retrieved 2024-05-23.
  6. ^ Khan, Mubin (2023-03-22). "Shah Foundation's Ramadan food distribution in Jackson Heights and Jamaica". Hindustan Surkhiyan. Retrieved 2024-05-23.