Taking to X, the Prime Minister said, “Had a very good interaction with Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad Sahab, Grand Mufti of India. We exchanged views on a wide range of issues. His efforts to further social harmony, brotherhood, and improve education are noteworthy.”
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared details of his recent meeting with Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad, the Grand Mufti of India, describing the interaction as productive and comprehensive.
Taking to X, the Prime Minister said, “Had a very good interaction with Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad Sahab, Grand Mufti of India. We exchanged views on a wide range of issues. His efforts to further social harmony, brotherhood, and improve education are noteworthy.”
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Sources familiar with the discussions said the meeting focused on promoting communal harmony, advancing educational opportunities, and strengthening social cohesion across communities.
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The Prime Minister is learnt to have acknowledged the Grand Mufti’s sustained efforts to encourage inclusivity and expand access to education, particularly among marginalised groups.
Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad, a respected Islamic scholar and community leader, has long been associated with initiatives aimed at fostering interfaith dialogue and uplifting underprivileged sections through education. His outreach programmes have emphasised unity, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence within India’s diverse social fabric.
The interaction assumes significance amid the government’s continued emphasis on the “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas” vision, underscoring its commitment to inclusive development and collective progress. Political observers note that such engagements reflect ongoing efforts to build bridges across communities and strengthen national integration.
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