JIH Delegation Meets Karnataka Assembly Speaker, Calls for Communal Harmony and National Unity
Speaker G S Patil appreciates the Muslim community’s role in maintaining peace during periods of communal tension in coastal Karnataka
Bengaluru (Fikrokhabar News): A four member delegation of Jamaat e Islami Hind (JIH), led by its National Vice President Prof. Salim Engineer, met Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker G S Patil at Vidhana Soudha on Thursday, October 15, to discuss communal harmony, democratic values and national unity.
During the meeting, Prof. Salim Engineer said India’s unity, integrity and stability depended on harmonious relations among different communities. He stressed that promoting mutual understanding, brotherhood and trust was a shared responsibility essential for the country’s overall progress.
Speaker G S Patil agreed with the importance of communal harmony and peaceful coexistence.
Referring to coastal Karnataka, Patil appreciated the role played by members of the Muslim community in maintaining peace during periods of communal tension. He acknowledged the efforts of Muslim leaders to prevent young people from reacting emotionally during sensitive situations and to help preserve harmony.
The meeting was held in a cordial atmosphere. At its conclusion, Prof. Salim Engineer presented the Speaker with a shawl, gifts and Islamic literature as a gesture of goodwill and mutual respect.
At the Speaker’s direction, the delegation also visited the Legislative Assembly Hall and other important sections of Vidhana Soudha. The tour included the Mahatma Gandhi statue and the building’s ceremonial steps.
Assembly Marshal Shivakumar explained the seating arrangements, the Speaker’s chair and other features of the Assembly Hall.
The delegation included JIH Karnataka Secretary Akbar Ali Udupi, Assistant Secretary Mohammed Talha Siddibapa and Abdurrahman. The Speaker’s Personal Assistant, Ashfaq, facilitated the visit and accompanied the delegation during the tour.