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Jammu and Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen

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Jammu & Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen
جموں و کشمیر اتحاد المسلمین
AbbreviationJKIM
LeaderMasroor Abbas Ansari
PresidentMasroor Abbas Ansari
ChairpersonMasroor Abbas Ansari
General SecretarySyed Muzaffar Razvi
FounderMohammad Abbas Ansari
Founded27 March 1962 (63 years ago) (1962-03-27)
HeadquartersGovt. Medical College Road Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
IdeologyPan-Islamism[1][2]
Kashmiri separatism[3]
Self-determination[1][2]
Moderate Islamism[1][2]
Shi'a–Sunni unity[3]
Political positionBig tent
ReligionIslam
ColoursGreen  
Website
ittihadul.org

Jammu & Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen (Urdu: جموں و کشمیر اتحاد المسلمین) (abbr. JKIM) is a Kashmiri separatist Shiite Muslim political party which aims for Shi'a–Sunni unity in Kashmir and the independence of Jammu and Kashmir from India through peaceful struggle.[3] It was founded by Mohammad Abbas Ansari and his followers in 1962 at Srinagar, Kashmir.[4][5][6]

History

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Jammu & Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen was founded by a group of Shiite Muslim clergy and scholars headed by Mohammad Abbas Ansari on 27 March 1962, in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, who was the ex-chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference. The founder of JKIM & Islamic Unity leader Maulana Mohammad Abbas Ansari first founded Anjumani Safina (Safina Association) in May 1961. The association was confined to a limited orbit, therefore in view of the vast interests of the Nation its extent was necessary. It was very important to take revolutionary steps to expose its vast ideologies publicly. In his quest for forging unity among the people of the valley particularly Muslim, Maulana Abbas Ansari and the members of the Anjumani Safina made an all-embracing political party "Jammu & Kashmir Ittihadul-Muslimeen" (JKIM) (Unity of Muslims) in 1962 at its historic Chattabal (Srinagar) General Session of the Organization. Since Ansari's death in 2022, it has been headed by his son, Masroor Abbas Ansari.[7]

8th Moharram Procession

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A grand Processions on 8th of the Islamic month of Muharram in Kashmir mark the Day for commemorating the death of Husayn ibn Ali in the Battle of Karbala.[8] All the major mourning processions have been banned by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir since the 1990s when there was a rise in insurgency in the state.[9][10] Smaller processions are permitted in some predominantly Shia parts of the state, including in the districts of Baramulla, Budgam, Leh and Kargil. In the state capital of Srinagar, processions are not allowed along the traditional route that begins at Guru Bazar, passes through M A Road and culminated at Dalgate on 8th Moharram and the second one from Abi Guzar, passes through Maisuma, and ends at Zadibal on Ashura. JKIM never accepted this ban calling it unjust and unconstitutional and invited mourners to join the 8th procession. there were sometimes clashes between the mourners and the police.[10][11][12]

The government privately cites fear of militant strikes as a reason for the restrictions.[8] Shia leaders in the state, such as Mohammad Abbas Ansari, complained that the restrictions are discriminatory and impinge on their freedom of religion.[8][13]

In 2023, the Muharram 8th procession was allowed after 34 years of hiatus.[14][15]

Decision of MHA

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The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on 11 march, 2025 declared "Jammu & Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen (JKIM) headed by chairman and shia leader Maulana Masroor Abbas Ansari -- as unlawful association and banned it with immediate effect for a period of next five years.[16]

"Jammu & Kashmir Ittihadul Muslimeen and Awami Action Committee have been declared unlawful associations under UAPA. These organisations were found inciting people to cause law and order situations, posing a threat to the unity and integrity of Bharat," Union Home Minister Amit Shah posted on X.[16]

JKIM chairman Maulana Masroor Abbas Ansari strongly condemned the ban calling it unjustified & unfair ban and unconstitutional. He said that his organization has advocated for the aspirations & rights of the people of J&K through completely peaceful, non-violent & democratic means & seeks a permanent & lasting solution to the problems of people. He added that religious sentiments of Millions of people are associated with JKIM and this organization has always been a pioneer in social services & its connection with the people is strong and invincible, so this voice cannot be silenced. He urged the MHA to review this decision and revoke the ban because coercion and restrictions do not solve problems but create further complications. “If they don’t, we will pursue legal action. Justice may be delayed in Kashmir, but we will continue to fight.”[17]

List of officeholders

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Masroor Abbas AnsariMohammad Abbas Ansari
No. Portrait Name
(Birth–Death) 		Term in office
Assumed office Left office Time in office Reference
1 Mohammad Abbas Ansari
(1936–2022) 		31 March 1962 25 October 2022 60 years, 234 days [18]
2
Masroor Abbas Ansari
(1975-Till date) 		27 October 2022 Incumbent 2 years, 158 days [19]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "Historic Kashmir talks bring hope". BBC News. 22 January 2004. Retrieved 2 July 2009.
  2. ^ a b c Swarup, Harihar (20 July 2003). "An important player in Kashmir's politics". Tribune India. Retrieved 20 May 2010.
  3. ^ a b c "Introduction". JAMMU & KASHMIR ITTIHADUL MUSLIMEEN. Archived from the original on 12 April 2019. Retrieved 16 April 2010.
  4. ^ "Indian police stop Kashmir procession, 60 hurt". Reuters. 26 December 2009. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
  5. ^ Masood, Bashaarat (25 October 2022). "Hurriyat ex-chairman, Shia cleric Abbas Ansari dies". The Indian Express. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
  6. ^ "Jammu & Kashmir: Public funeral for separatist Molvi Abbas Ansari". Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 29 October 2022.
  7. ^ The Hindu Bureau (9 July 2023). "Separatists from Hurriyat, JKLF taken to police station in Srinagar following bid to revive: Jammu and Kashmir Police". The Hindu. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
  8. ^ a b c Islamic Republic News Agency (17 December 2010). "India: Govt clamps curfew to stop main Ashura procession in Kashmir". ReliefWeb. Archived from the original on 2 November 2014. Retrieved 11 April 2015.
  9. ^ "Ashura to be observed across Valley today". The Tribune. 24 October 2015. Retrieved 26 January 2017.
  10. ^ a b Ashiq, Peerzada (15 December 2010). "Curfew to prevent Muharram procession". Hindustan Times. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 11 April 2015.
  11. ^ "Muharram in Srinagar marred by violence". The Telegraph. 28 December 2009. Archived from the original on 1 March 2015. Retrieved 11 April 2015.
  12. ^ Hamdani, Syed Imran Ali (5 November 2014). "Amid curbs on traditional route, district admin monitors Zadibal procession". GreaterKashmir.com. Archived from the original on 11 April 2015. Retrieved 15 April 2015.
  13. ^ "Molvi Abbas denounces Ban on Ashura Processions". Scoop News. Retrieved 10 February 2014.
  14. ^ "Historic 8th Muharram Procession Takes Place in Kashmir Valley After 34 Years". The Chenab Times. 27 July 2023. Retrieved 27 July 2023.
  15. ^ Excelsior, Daily (27 July 2023). "Muharram Procession Held First Time After 34 Years In Srinagar: LG Manoj Sinha". Daily Excelsior. Retrieved 27 July 2023.
  16. ^ a b https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/j-k/centre-bans-mirwaizs-awami-action-committee-jk-ittihadul-muslimeen-for-five-years/amp
  17. ^ https://maktoobmedia.com/india/undemocratic-lack-of-confidence-in-union-govt-kashmiris-decry-ban-on-two-kashmiri-groups/
  18. ^ "Peace Advocate, Ex-Hurriyat Chairman Abbas Ansari Dies in Srinagar | NewsClick". NewsClick. 25 October 2022. Archived from the original on 27 November 2024. Retrieved 4 February 2025.
  19. ^ "Abbas Ansari passes away in Srinagar". Kashmir Reader. 26 October 2022. Retrieved 4 February 2025.
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