
Srinagar- The Muttahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU) an amalgam of many religious organisations of Kashmir on Saturday addressed the media in Srinagar on Saturday regarding the recent Mushaira controversy, issuing a strong warning against actions that sow discord.
Ulemas and religious scholars from across Kashmir attended the urgent meeting after sectarian controversy brewed in Kashmir. Scholars presented their views on the sensitive matter, calling for unity and mutual respect among Muslims.
Speaking to the media, Mufti Azam Jammu & Kashmir Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam condemned the incident, describing it as an unacceptable act of bigotry against the companions of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
He emphasized that this would be the last instance of such behavior, warning, “If someone sows discord, they will not be spared.” Mufti Nasir also called for a social boycott of individuals who instigate division within the community.
Addressing broader societal concerns, he urged tourists visiting Kashmir to respect local social norms. “We will not tolerate anyone drinking in front of mosques,” he said, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cultural and religious sensitivity.
Maulana Mohammad Rahmatullah Mir Qasmi emphasized the importance of moderation and propagating messages that foster harmony.
“We need to protect our faith for the younger generation and focus on unifying, rather than dividing, the community,” he said.
The scholars collectively urged the public and community leaders to rise above sectarian differences, respect diverse beliefs, and work towards preserving Kashmir’s rich Islamic heritage. They reiterated that unity is essential to counter external and internal forces aiming to destabilize Kashmir.
President Anjuman-e-Sharie-Shian, Aga Syed Muhammad Hadi underlined the importance of engaging Kashmir’s younger generation with Islamic teachings, stating that their faith is being questioned.
He called for mutual respect between Shia and Sunni sects, saying how minor incidents often result in accusations and divisions.
“Enemies killing Muslims do not distinguish between sects, so why should we?” Hadi advocated for unity over sectarian disputes.
Patron Ittehadul Muslimeen, Maulana Masroor Abbas Ansari highlighted the existence of international conspiracies aimed at dividing Muslims and stressed the need to thwart such plans. “No one should be allowed to sow discord among Muslims in Kashmir,” he said, urging unity in the face of these challenges.
Scholar from South Kashmir, Dr. Muhammad Sameer Siddiqui voiced disappointment over divisive rhetoric from certain clerics who, under the guise of leadership, insult the beliefs of others.
“As representatives of all sects of Muslims, we can come together and have tea. Why, then, should small clerics use pulpits to sow discord?”
The scholars present unanimously decided to disown anyone who would fuel hatred on pulpits and urged police and administration to initiate action against those individuals.
Pertinently, the Muttahida Majlis-e-Ulama Jammu and Kashmir as an amalgam of many religious organizations including Anjuman Auqaf Jamia Masjid, Muslim personal law board, Darul Uloom Rahimia Bandipora,, Tauheed Ahle Hadith Trust, Anjuman Tanzeem-ul-Makatib, Anjuman Tabligh-ul-Islam, Anjuman Shari Shian, Jamiat Ahle Hadith, Karwan-e-Islami, Ittihad-ul-Muslimeen, Anjuman Himayat-ul-Islam, Jamia Sabeel-al-Huda Bemina Srinagar, Darul Uloom Rashidiya, Ahlul Bait Foundation, Madrasa Kanz-ul-Uloom, Pirwan-e-Wilayat, Auqaf Islamia Khiram Sirhama, Bazm-e- Jamiat Hamdania, Anjuman Ulama-e-Ahnaf, Darul Uloom Qasmiya, Darul Uloom Bilaliya, Anjuman Nusrat-ul-Islam, Anjuman Mazhar-ul-Haq, Jamiat-ul-Aima wal Ulama, Anjuman Aima wa Mashayekh Kashmir, Darul Uloom Naqshbandiya and others.
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