Conference to commemorate Battle of Badr to be held in Markaz Knowledge City on April 7
The Badr Commemorative Conference will be held at Jamiul Futuh here at the Markaz Knowledge City, on April 7, to mark the anniversary of the Battle of Badr – one of the most significant events of Islamic history.
The conference will include a variety of programs starting after the Juma prayers on April 7, the 16th day of Ramadan. It will be conducted under the auspices of Grand Mufti of India Shaikh Abubakr Ahmad.
“The gathering, the largest of its kind in the world, will mark the anniversary of the Battle of Badr, a significant event in Islamic history. In the second year of the Hijra, during the month of Ramadan, a small and poorly armed Muslim force defeated a much larger and well-equipped army of Makkan pagans in a defensive battle at Badr, near Medina. The victory was both a historical milestone and a spiritual miracle, and it marked a turning point in the early history of Islam.” A press statement added.
“The programs include India's largest iftar gathering, recitation of the names of Badr warriors, hymns in praise of their relentless efforts, and repentance prayers at midnight. The highlight of the event will be the presentation of the Khizanathul Aasar, a chamber at Jamiul Futuh that houses sacred relics, including those of Prophet Muhammad. Shaikh Abubakr Ahmad will present this chamber to the common public on this day.
“The Badr Commemorative Congregation will serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the early Muslims and their unwavering faith in the face of persecution. It will also serve as a unifying force for the global Muslim community, who will come together to commemorate the historic event and honor the memory of the warriors who fought in it.” The press note further added.
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President Murmu to visit Shimla on Monday on 5-day summer sojourn
New Delhi (PTI): President Droupadi Murmu will visit Himachal Pradesh on five-day summer sojourn beginning Monday, her office said.
During her visit, President Murmu will stay at the Rashtrapati Niwas, Mashobra, Shimla, it said.
The President will visit Himachal Pradesh from April 27 to May 1, 2026, for the summer sojourn, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a statement issued on Sunday.
On April 28, she will attend a banquet hosted by the Himachal Pradesh governor at Lok Bhavan, Shimla.
On April 29, she will visit the Atal Tunnel, the statement said.
Murmu will grace the convocation ceremony of Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya at Palampur on April 30. On the same day, she will host an 'At Home' reception at Rashtrapati Niwas, Mashobra, it said.
"On May 1, the President will visit the Army Training Command, Shimla, before leaving for Delhi," the statement added.
