Indian Grand Mufti Meets Prime Minister New Delhi: Indian Grand Mufti Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The meeting covered a wide range of issues, including social, humanitarian, educational and developmental concerns, minority welfare matters, and important international developments. During his recent Kerala tour held under the theme “With Humanity”, the Grand Mufti had listened to concerns raised by people from different sections of society. These matters were brought to the Prime Minister’s attention. He also handed over his special message for the holy month of Ramadan. The discussion touched upon the need for inclusive development that embraces all communities, the importance of giving due attention not only to economic growth but also to happiness indices and human development, and the fair distribution of resources based on population proportion and regional balance. Concerns related to Waqf matters and SIR were raised, along with the protection of historic mosques and Islamic heritage monuments. The reinstatement of minority educational welfare schemes — including the Maulana Azad National Fellowship — and the development of the Aligarh University Malappuram Centre were also discussed. The Grand Mufti emphasized the need for closer engagement between the Central Government and minority communities across the country. He also appreciated the Prime Minister’s diplomatic efforts to promote peace at the international level. Prime Minister Modi expressed his appreciation for the educational and social welfare initiatives being carried out in India under the Grand Mufti’s leadership. He noted that the Grand Mufti’s social and cultural engagements at the global level contribute to enhancing India’s reputation and are commendable. Samasta Kerala Jam’iyyathul Ulama Secretary Perod Abdurahman Saqafi and SYS President Dr. Muhammad Abdul Hakeem Azhari were also present at the meeting.