Shopian, Mar 08: Prominent religious scholar and former president of Jamiat Ahl-e-Hadith Jammu and Kashmir, Maulana Muhammad Abdullah Tari, passed away at his native village Kachdoor in south Kashmir’s Shopian district on Sunday.
His demise sparked widespread grief across religious, academic and social circles, with scholars and followers describing his death as a great loss to the region’s religious and intellectual community.
Family members said Maulana Tari dedicated his entire life to promoting religious education, scholarship and moral guidance in society.
Thousands of people from different parts of Kashmir attended his funeral prayers at his native village, reflecting the respect and admiration he commanded among people.
The Namaz-e-Janaza was led by noted cleric Maulana Muhammad Maqbool Akhooni, while religious scholars, students and members of various organizations gathered to pay their last respects.
Maulana Tari was known as a respected scholar, author and preacher who wrote several books on religious and social issues. Through his writings and lectures, he significantly contributed to religious discourse and the intellectual development of younger generations.
Scholars said his teachings and scholarly work will continue to inspire students and followers for years to come.
Jamiat Ahl-e-Hadith Jammu and Kashmir also expressed deep sorrow over his demise, terming it an irreparable loss for the religious and academic fraternity.
In condolence messages, religious and social leaders prayed for the departed soul and expressed solidarity with the bereaved family.
