Shopian, May 21 (KNS): Stressing the need to reconnect society with its cultural and spiritual roots, Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson Syed Darakhshan Andrabi on Wednesday said that strengthening ties with the teachings of saints, Sufis and rishis was essential for building a peaceful and crime-free society.
She was addressing the “Asluk Aalav” social transformation programme organised by the Public Welfare Foundation in Shopian. BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul was also present and addressed the gathering.
The programme focused on five major reformative agendas aimed at social awareness and public participation. Waqf Board Executive Officer for Shopian Javed Qadiri and social activist Arshid Bhat were also present during the event.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Andrabi described “Asluk Aalav” as a significant public discourse initiative being organised across different districts of Kashmir to address social challenges and shape a better future for society.
“Strengthening cultural and spiritual ties with our glorious past is necessary for creating a crime-free society. We belong to the land of Sufis and rishis, and reconnecting with their teachings of inclusiveness can protect society from divisive forces,” she said.
She said the younger generation needed proper guidance and a holistic approach towards life to build a society free from drugs, violence and immorality.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
“We have suffered immensely due to hate and violence in the past and cannot allow divisive elements to damage society again. We must strengthen peace and build a fearless and progressive society,” she added.
Addressing the gathering, Ashok Koul said the youth must be prepared to face the challenges of the modern world with positive thinking and social responsibility.
“Communal harmony, brotherhood and the spirit of social service are essential for a peaceful society. We need to bridge the gaps within our social fabric through dialogue and public participation,” he said.
He also stressed the importance of inter-community dialogue and constructive social discourse for ensuring peace and development.
Several religious scholars, social activists and trade representatives participated in the programme, including Mufti Azmat Nizami, Hafiz Saleem, Molvi Peerzada Fayaz, Molvi Peerzada Tariq, Molvi Javid Iqbal, Public Welfare Foundation Chairman Peerzada Nisar Ahmad Shah, Secretary Farooq Ahmad Shah, General Secretary Fayaz Ahmad, Fruit Mandi Association President Shopian Mohammad Ashraf Mir, Retired Police Officers Association President Haji Ghulam Qadir Shah, Fruit Growers President Mohammad Rafiq Khan and Alamdaar Cold Storage President Aashiq Hussain.(KNS)