Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin expressed views on the role of Ahmedabad in Dawoodi Bohra heritage.

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On Saturday, the religious leader of the Dawoodi Bohra community

Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin Sahib expressed views on the role of Ahmedabad in Dawoodi Bohra heritage. His Holiness presided over discourse in Ahmedabad The leader of the worldwide Dawoodi Bohra community, His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin today addressed thousands of community members at the Qutbi Masjid in Astodia area on the death anniversary of the 32nd Dai, Syedna Qutub Khan Qutubuddin. Syedna Qutubuddin, buried at Mazar-e-Qutubi in Saraspur, is highly respected by the community in Ahmedabad and around the world.

Addressing over 45,000 community members gathered at the Qutbi Masjid premises and other community centres across the city, the Syedna spoke about the enduring connection between his predecessors and the city of Ahmedabad. He recalled how his revered father and grandfather visited the city over the years and left an indelible mark on the community through their leadership and guidance.

Recalling the great qualities of Syedna Qutbuddin, Syedna Saifuddin spoke in detail about the true meaning of leadership and the sacrifices he made for the sake of the community. The Syedna narrated the incident of the martyrdom of Syedna Qutb Khan Qutbuddin at Karanj on the banks of the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad.

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Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin arrived in Ahmedabad from Mumbai on Thursday 26 December for a three-day visit. For generations, the Dawoodi Bohra community has been an integral part of the socio-cultural and economic fabric of Ahmedabad. With over 8,000 members residing in areas such as Jamalpur, Vatva, Kalupur, Khanpur, Paldi, Navrangpura and Gandhinagar, the community plays a vital role in the city's thriving business ecosystem. Through their entrepreneurial spirit and dedication, they have contributed significantly to Gujarat's economic growth and prosperity.