Prays for relief from rains, expresses solidarity with the affected, cautions against environmental destruction, and pays homage to the martyrs of 13 July 1931
Srinagar, Aug 28 (KNS): After six long years of restrictions, Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr. Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq today delivered a heartfelt sermon at the sacred shrine of Khawaja Naqshband Bukhari (RA) on the occasion of “Khwaja Digar” drawing a large and eager gathering of devotees. In a deeply spiritual atmosphere, he prayed for relief from the relentless rains and protection for all those affected by the ongoing hardships. Mirwaiz expressed profound solidarity with the communities enduring the brunt of the inclement weather, urging collective efforts in relief and support.
He drew inspiration from Hazrat Khawaja Naqshband’s legacy of unwavering faith and service to humanity, reminding attendees that in times of trial, turning to Allah with sincerity and aiding the afflicted reflects true spiritual strength.
Mirwaiz also cautioned that the increasing frequency of floods, landslides, and cloudbursts is aggravated by reckless human interference in nature — the greed of unregulated construction, mushrooming of hotels and resorts in fragile areas, cutting down of trees, and carving of roads through the mountains.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelHe emphasized that such practices are destabilizing the environment and directly endangering lives.
He said it is the responsibility of both the authorities and the people to act with foresight, protect the fragile Himalayan ecology, and adopt sustainable practices. Only by respecting nature’s balance and exercising restraint can we safeguard our communities and future generations.
He called upon the faithful to remain steadfast in prayer, compassion, unity, and environmental responsibility, emphasizing that adversity is best met with communal resilience, faith, and conscious care for the world that Allah has entrusted us with.
On this occasion, Mirwaiz also paid homage and offered Fatiha at the Mazar-e-Shuhadaa Naqshband Sahib for the martyrs of 13 July 1931, recalling their sacrifices and affirming that their legacy continues to inspire the people of Jammu & Kashmir.