Mohsin Naqvi meets Mufti Muneeb, other scholars to strengthen govt-ulema coordination

KARACHI: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday visited the residence of Grand Mufti of Pakistan, Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman, and held an extensive meeting with leading Sunni scholars under his leadership.

Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon and Provincial Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah also accompanied the interior minister during the visit. According to official sources, the meeting discussed in detail the recent developments in the country and other issues of concern to religious scholars. The ulema shared their views on various matters and conveyed their reservations to the minister.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi attentively listened to the scholars’ concerns and assured them that all legitimate issues would be addressed on a priority basis. Both sides agreed to hold a detailed follow-up meeting in Islamabad soon to continue the dialogue.

Minister Naqvi reiterated that the government would not interfere in the internal affairs of mosques and madrasas. He also announced the appointment of a focal person to ensure continuous coordination between the government and the religious community.

The meeting was attended by prominent scholars, including Allama Syed Muzaffar Shah, Mufti Abid Mubarak, Allama Liaqat Hussain Azhari, Allama Rehan Azhar Naumani, Mufti Rafiur Rehman Noorani, Allama Ashraf Gormani and Allama Ahmed Rabbani.

The session concluded with a mutual understanding to enhance cooperation and ensure that the legitimate concerns of religious community are addressed through dialogue, consultation, and harmony.