Karachi, The Tehreek-e-Nafaz-e-Fiqah Jafaria (TNFJ) has declared the 8th of Shawwal as the International Day of Demolition of Jannat-ul-Baqi in a bid to spotlight the historical destruction of sacred Islamic shrines and to mobilize global sentiment towards their restoration. This announcement underscores a longstanding commitment to honoring the legacy of Islamic figures and addressing what the TNFJ views as an affront to the Muslim community’s heritage.
According to Tehreek Nafaze Fiqhe Jafariya, the designation of this day follows decades of advocacy led by the leader of Shiism and the nation of Jafaria, Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Mousavi, against the 1923 demolition of Jannat-ul-Baqi and Jannat-ul-Mali by bulldozers. The destruction of these sites, which included the graves and domes of foundational figures in Islam, has been a focal point of grievance and protest within the Shiite community and beyond. Allama Agha Syed Hussain Muqdisi, head of the TNFJ Pakistan, emphasized the global significance of this issue in his address, asserting that the restoration of these shrines transcends sectarian or religious divides, touching on the core of human dignity and respect for history.
The TNFJ’s call to action includes a peaceful protest to draw attention to the desecration of these holy sites, urging both the Muslim Ummah and international human rights organizations to recognize and act upon this cause. Special security measures and comprehensive media coverage have been advocated for events commemorating this day, reflecting the movement’s desire for a widespread acknowledgment and response.
Additionally, the formation of a central committee to organize activities related to the International Day of Demolition of Jannat-ul-Baqi highlights a structured approach to advocacy, with global participation encouraged in remembrance and prayer. The TNFJ’s initiative is presented as a pathway to overcoming collective adversities through the symbolic act of rebuilding and honoring the sacred spaces of Jannat-ul-Baqi and Jannat-ul-Mali, integral to the Islamic faith and heritage.