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Grand Mufti of India Sheikh Abubakr Ahmed Warns Against Communal Speech at Kerala Yatra Reception in Kannur


Published Jan 03, 2026|

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KANNUR: The ‘Kerala Yatra,’ led by the Kerala Muslim Jamaat under the theme "With Humanity," received a massive reception at the Kannur Collectorate Grounds on its second day. Addressing the gathering, the Grand Mufti of India, Sheikh Abubakr Ahmed, cautioned community leaders against resorting to communal rhetoric, stating that such speech endangers the social atmosphere of the land. He emphasized that the people of Kerala firmly believe in democracy and friendship and the state must reject any attempts to destroy religious harmony or create divisions among people

In his keynote address, the Grand Mufti of India, Sheikh Abubakr Ahmed, stressed the profound responsibility of being human. "We must be able to stand together and hold others close. Those who hold high positions and respect in society must be extremely vigilant in their words and usage," he said. He warned that a single careless expression could cause social discord, reminding the audience that true human elevation is achieved through a balance of material and spiritual growth. He asserted that divisive speech is unacceptable in a democratic society.

The Yatra was welcomed at the district border in Payyannur by district Sunni leaders and a ceremonial Centenary Guard parade. By evening, thousands of supporters had converged at the event venue, Chithari K.P. Hamza Musliyar Nagar. The conference began with a prayer by Sayyid Ali Bafaqi Thangal. Presided over by K.P. Abubakr Musliyar, the session was inaugurated by Minister Kadannappally Ramachandran.

Deputy leaders Sayyid Ibrahimul Khaleel Al Bukhari and Perod Abdurahman Saqafi addressed the gathering, while Muhammadali Saqafi Valliyad and M. Muhammad Sadiq delivered keynote speeches on the conference resolutions. The event was attended by prominent political and community figures, including K. Sudhakaran MP, Deputy Mayor K.P. Tahir, K.K. Ragesh, Abdul Kareem Cheleri, and Kasim Irikkur. Hamidali Master welcomed the gathering, and Haneef Panoor proposed the vote of thanks.

The procession will continue its journey with scheduled receptions in Nadapuram (Jan 3), Kozhikode Muthalakulam (Jan 4), Kalpetta (Jan 5), Gudalur (Jan 6), Areekode (Jan 7), Tirur (Jan 8), Ottapalam (Jan 9), Chavakkad (Jan 10), Ernakulam Marine Drive (Jan 11), Thodupuzha (Jan 12), Kottayam (Jan 13), Pathanamthitta and Kayamkulam (Jan 14), and Kollam (Jan 15). The campaign will conclude with a grand finale at Putharikandam in Thiruvananthapuram on January 16.

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