‘The two discussed issues confronting the Muslims and the need to weed out the cult of violence from the Muslim society’
Srinagar: The Grand Mufti of Syria, Dr. Ahmad Badr Eddin Mohammad Adib Hassoun called on the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba Mufti here today.
During the meeting, the two discussed several issues confronting the Muslim ummah and the need to weed out the cult of violence from the Muslim society. They also underscored the need for inculcating values of peace, tolerance and coexistence among the younger generation.
They also exchanged ideas on education, social system, history and welfare of the Muslim ummah and the need for an effective inter faith communication to spread the message of Islam.
Mehbooba informed Adib Hassoun of various socio-developmental initiatives undertaken by her Government in the State including the education and empowerment of women.
Mehbooba invited the Grand Mufti and his delegation to visit the State again for exhaustive sessions with the ulema, local religious scholars and academicians.
The visit of the Syrian Grand Mufti has been coordinated by Indian Council of Cultural Relations, New Delhi.
