Srinagar, September 19: Amid the arrest of many prominent Islamic Scholars in Kashmir Vally, a delegation of United Ullmah-i-Ahlli Sunnah called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhavan on Monday to discuss promotion of Reshi-Sufi culture and tradition of Jammu Kashmir.
The delegation was comprised of renowned Islamic Scholars, Moulana Ghulam Mohi-u-Din Naqeeb, Moulana Ghulam Rasool Haami, Moulana Showkat Hussain Keng and Prof Bashir Ahmad Dar. Vice Chairperson (VC) Khadi and Villages Industries Board, Dr Hina Shafi Bhat was also present on the occasion.
The members of the delegation discussed promotion of Reshi-Sufi culture and tradition of Jammu Kashmir.
They further put forth the demands of constitution of Madrassa Board for effective dissemination of Sufi teachings, establishment of Sheikh-ul-Aalm Research University and promotion of cultural values in schools, colleges and universities.
The delegation also discussed the issues of fruit growers regarding transportation of fresh fruits to other parts of the country. The Lt Governor issued on spot directions to the concerned for hassle-free transportation of fresh fruits of Jammu Kashmir across the country.
The Lt Governor assured the members of the delegation all assistance from the UT administration for promotion of ancient Sufi teachings and values.
