Chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq highlighted the importance of engagement for peace, stating that it is crucial for nations, communities, and individuals. During Friday sermons at Jama Masjid, he expressed disappointment over not being allowed to pay tribute at Mazar-e-shuhuda Eidgah. The cleric reflected on the martyrdom of Mirwaiz Molvi Muhammad Farooq and the Hawal massacre, emphasizing the lasting impact on Kashmir.
Mirwaiz Umar underscored the challenges faced by Kashmir over the past thirty-six years, marked by tragedies and unresolved conflicts. He emphasized the need for dialogue to address the Kashmir conflict, advocating for the inclusion of the region’s people in the process. The cleric emphasized the significance of peaceful coexistence through dialogue among nations, communities, and individuals, echoing the vision of Shaheed Mirwaiz.
The cleric reiterated Shaheed Mirwaiz’s stance against violence, promoting dialogue as a means to strength and peaceful resolution. He emphasized the importance of dialogue for peaceful coexistence and the growth of communities. Mirwaiz Umar expressed his commitment to following the path of dialogue and moderation, inspired by his father’s vision for a peaceful and empowered Kashmir.
Mirwaiz Umar announced that Eid prayers will take place at Eidgah on May 27, with a detailed program to be issued by Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid. The cleric’s message focused on the principles of resolution, peace, and coexistence through dialogue and moderation, in line with his father’s aspirations for the people of Kashmir.
