All India Imam Organization Chief Faces Fatwa for Ayodhya Visit, Receives Death Threats

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:05pm on 29 Jan 2024,Monday India

Chief Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi of All India Imam Organization issued a fatwa and death threats for attending Ayodhya's Pran Pratishta ceremony. Despite threats, Ilyasi refuses to resign, urging critics to "go to Pakistan." He defends attending the event for national harmony, citing positive responses. Recorded threat calls reveal safety concerns. The controversy follows the Ayodhya ceremony attended by PM Modi and dignitaries. Ilyasi emphasizes his actions were for the country and humanity, refusing apologies. Tensions rise amid differing opinions on religious leaders participating in diverse ceremonies.

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