Udupi, September 1, 2025 – Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, a historic organization established in 1919 that played a significant role in India’s freedom struggle, held its Udupi district unit election meeting at Jamia Masjid under the leadership of Hafiz Sayyed Asim Abdullah, state secretary of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, Karnataka. The organization, known for over a century of social reform, welfare, and fostering unity and peace, continues to uphold communal harmony across India.

The meeting began with a Quran recitation by Qari Zafarulla Khan, followed by a welcome address by Maulana Masihulla Khan Qasmi. Hafiz Sayyed Asim Abdullah spoke on current national issues and responsibilities, while Maulana Rizwan Qasmi, Mandya district president, elaborated on the organization’s structure. The election process saw Maulana Zameer Ahmed Rashadi elected as Udupi district president and Mohammed Khalid Manipura as general secretary. Other appointments included Maulana Masihulla Khan Qasmi (Indrali) and Maulana Abdul Hafiz Qasmi (Karkala) as vice presidents, Maulana Javed Qasmi and Maulana Parvez Alam Nadvi (Kapu) as joint secretaries, Asif Ajekar as treasurer, and Maulana Ubaidurrahman as co-treasurer. Directors for various organizational wings were also appointed.

The event was attended by Mohammed Saleem, co-secretary of Kodagu district, imams, khateebs, and other dignitaries from various mosques in Udupi. The meeting concluded with a dua (prayer).