Harmony in Diversity: Haridwar's Adjusted Prayer Time

In Haridwar, the Muslim community has adjusted the timing for Friday prayers to promote social harmony. This decision was made in light of the clash between Holi and Jumma prayers. Maulana Arif Qasmi emphasized the change as a gesture of unity against divisive remarks from politicians.

The Muslim community in Haridwar has altered the timing of their Friday prayers by an hour, prioritizing 'social harmony and brotherhood,' a cleric announced on Wednesday.

The choice was motivated by political comments that ignited a debate over the concurrent occurrence of Holi and Jumma prayers, said Maulana Arif Qasmi, Uttarakhand president of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind.

Qasmi, also the manager of the largest madrasa in Jwalapur, stressed the significant symbolism of this time adjustment as a demonstration of unity and peace between communities amid rising tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)