Lucknow: As soon as the news of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death spread in Lucknow, there was a sharp reaction in religious circles. Following international reports related to the joint military whoopee by America and Israel, Muslim religious leaders issued statements in many cities including the capital. Many leaders said that if this news is true then it is a deep shock not only for Iran but for the unshortened Ummah. He described such an incident in the holy month of Ramzan as extremely sad.
Why preparations for mourning and protest?
Maulana Kalbe Jawad, a prominent cleric of the Shia community, spoken three days of mourning. He appealed to the polity to express condolences by keeping their establishments closed. A special condolence meeting at Chhota Imambara followed by a candle march has been planned. An request was made to Shia organizations wideness the country to unite and organize condolence meetings.
Why was the issue of international law raised?
Maulana Khalid Rashid Farangi Mahali said that military whoopee versus an self-sustaining nation is versus international rules. He said that if there is an wade within the verge of a sovereign country then it is a serious signal for global peace. He termed such incidents in the month of Ramadan as extremely unfortunate and demanded an impartial international investigation.
What was said on ideology?
Maulana Yasoob Abbas said that an wade on leadership does not eliminate ideas. Citing history, he said that sometimes such incidents remoter strengthen the ideology. According to him, if this news is true then it is an emotional moment for the Muslim society, but the reaction should be restrained.
Why the demand for a global response?
Shia Chand Committee Chairman Maulana Saif Abbas appealed to international organizations to take a well-spoken stand. He says that if a touchable response is not given on global forums, regional instability may increase further. He described diplomatic efforts towards peace and justice as necessary.
How is the vigilance of the administration?
The police have deployed spare forces in view of possible condolence meetings and processions. Officials have appealed to people to maintain wifely and not believe in unconfirmed information. At present the situation is said to be normal, but security agencies are under unvarying surveillance.
