He spent almost
his entire life in the welfare service of the people. He remained constantly
associated with the Kutiyana Association, Memon Educational and Welfare
Society and with different Muslim institutions. Leading philanthropists
held him in high esteem and were prepared to give generous donations
at his call. Mr. Farooq never asked for any personal favour from anybody
and led a very simple life. A reception was held to pay tributes to
him for his long services to mankind. It was decided that he would be
presented with a purse. He remained present in the reception but declined
to accept the cash gift. A staunch supporter of Pakistan Muslim League,
he went to Lucknow in 1936 where he attended the Muslim League Session.
He also attended the Lahore Convention where the Resolution about the
establishment of Pakistan was passed.
He rendered important
service to Kathiawar Muslim League for Pakistan movement. During the
rampage and plunder by the Indian army in Junagadh, Farooq's name was
on the hit list. However, he remained in his native town till every
Muslim migrating to Pakistan was able to leave safely. He had his business
set-up in Bombay which he turned into a relief camp for the refugees.
His services to the refugees in Karachi are also wellknown. He was appointed
an Honorary Trustee of the World Memon Foundation, a trust of billionaires.
He was one of the main sponsors of Pakistan Memon Federation.
He was a literary
person and a writer of note. His two books were published, one, a collection
of short stories; and, the other, a narration of his travel to Junagadh
after 35 years. His first book was given a literary award by a Foundation.
He was successful in public service due to his courteous nature. In
his dilapidated building in Karachi he provided a very spacious hall
on the first floor, which he named Chaman-e-Farooq, for literary and
social gatherings. He died in 1991 after serving the people for over
61 years.
