• Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen joins devotees, special prayers held for peace and prosperity in J&K

SRINAGAR: Patron of Syed Soliha Khansahib (RA) Trust, former Minister and President of People’s Democratic Front (PDF), Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Sunday attended the three-day annual Urs of revered saint Syed Soliha Khansahib (RA) at Khansahib in Budgam, where thousands of devotees from across Kashmir gathered to pay obeisance and offer prayers.

The annual religious congregation witnessed a massive turnout of devotees, scholars, and followers who participated in spiritual gatherings, recitation of Darood-o-Azkar, and special supplications at the revered shrine. The atmosphere remained deeply spiritual as devotees prayed for peace, prosperity, and communal harmony in Jammu and Kashmir.

The holy Ziyarat of the sacred relic was held after Zuhr prayers, drawing large crowds of devotees seeking blessings. Religious gatherings and Darood-o-Azkar continued throughout all three days of the Urs, with scholars highlighting the teachings of the saint, emphasizing love, tolerance, humility, and service to humanity.

Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, who also serves as Patron of the Trust, joined the congregational prayers and prayed for the well-being of the people of Kashmir. He urged people to follow the spiritual path shown by saints and Sufis, stating that their teachings remain relevant in promoting unity and brotherhood in society.

Speaking on the occasion, Yaseen said such grand spiritual gatherings strengthen social bonds and preserve Kashmir’s rich Sufi heritage. He said the large Ijtimah reflected the deep faith and devotion of people toward spiritual institutions and prayed for lasting peace, progress, and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir.

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