Srinagar | WTNS | Feb 08: In an impassioned and thought-provoking address at the Central Imam Bargah in Budgam, Hujjatul Islam wal Muslimin Agha Syed Hassan Mousavi al-Safavi, a towering figure in both religious and interfaith discourse, delivered a powerful message calling for swift and decisive action against the increasing moral decay in the Kashmir Valley. His words, laden with urgency and wisdom, resonated deeply with the local community.
Agha Syed Hassan began by praising the prompt and responsible actions taken by the police and local youth in neutralizing an Islamophobia incident in kunzar Tangmarg—an act carried out by a mentally disturbed individual. His recognition of this timely intervention underscored the crucial role that local heroes play in safeguarding the religious and ethical values of society. It was, he remarked, a shining example of communal unity, demonstrating the valley’s unwavering commitment to monotheism and moral integrity.
However, as the address unfolded, Agha Syed Hassan, with characteristic solemnity, turned his focus to the graver, more insidious challenges confronting the region. The escalating epidemic of drug addiction and the alarming rise of human trafficking were identified as twin scourges threatening to dismantle the very foundations of Kashmiri society. “These forces are not just a danger to our youth; they are a direct assault on our cultural and spiritual heritage,” he warned. He urgently called on the government to take robust, immediate measures to halt the spread of these social evils.
Echoing this sentiment, the esteemed president of the Jammu and Kashmir Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian, a revered figure committed to the intellectual and spiritual renaissance of Kashmir, voiced his unyielding support for Agha Syed Hassan’s call. As a leading proponent of interfaith dialogue, the president highlighted the critical need for unity in the face of adversity. “Our religious duty, transcending sectarian lines, is to stand together against the corrosive forces threatening our collective future,” he emphasized. His appeal was a reminder that safeguarding the values of Kashmiri society is not just the responsibility of one community but of all who cherish the region’s profound spiritual legacy.
Agha Syed Hassan’s message was clear: a society that fails to address its internal moral crises is one that opens the door to its destruction. He urged the people of Kashmir, especially its pious and conscientious citizens, to rise above sectarian divides and unite at the grassroots level to tackle these existential threats. “The battle we face is not just external,” he stated with gravitas. “It is an internal struggle—a struggle for the soul of our valley.”
In a region long celebrated for its spiritual depth and intellectual vibrancy, Agha Syed Hassan and the president of the Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian’s clarion call signals a critical moment in Kashmir’s history. It is a moment that demands unity, resolve, and, above all, an unwavering commitment to preserve the moral and ethical values that have long defined this storied land. Together, they have called for a collective awakening—one that ensures Kashmir’s cultural and spiritual heritage endures, even in the face of unprecedented challenges.
