Hyderabad, Jan. 30 -- Hassan Abdulkareem Chougule, a renowned Indian businessman and philanthropist based in Qatar, passed away on Wednesday, January 29. He was 70 years old.

Chougule, originally from Maharashtra, had been battling multiple illnesses and was receiving treatment in India at the time of his death.

A resident of Qatar for over 45 years, Chougule played a significant role in the development of the Indian community in the country. He was instrumental in founding several Indian schools, including the DPS-Modern Indian School in Doha.

Additionally, he contributed to establishing a branch campus of an Indian university in Qatar.

Chougule's leadership extended beyond education; he served as the president of all four apex bodie...