About JUIAKL
Serving the community with faith and dedication since 1953
Our History
Jamiat-ul-Ulama Isna Asharia, Kargil-Ladakh was founded in 1953 and has since become a cornerstone institution for the region's socio-religious life. As the largest and oldest body of Islamic leadership in Ladakh, it unites a distinguished group of Ághas and Sheikhs committed to guiding the mainly Shia Muslim community. The institution not only oversees the activities of local Ulemas—deputing them to various villages to provide religious counsel, manage madrasas, and monitor prayer routines—but also takes charge of organizing the weekly Friday prayers in Kargil town.
In response to the evolving needs of the community, the organization continues to strengthen its leadership. Notably, on 11 September 2021, Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Nazir Mehdi Mohammadi was re-elected as president, reinforcing the institution's longstanding commitment to spiritual guidance and community service.
Our Impact
Our Key Features
Religious Guidance
Providing spiritual leadership and religious guidance to the Shia Muslim community in Ladakh through weekly sermons and religious counseling.
Educational Institutions
Managing madrasas and educational initiatives that blend religious teachings with modern education to serve the community's needs.
Community Support
Organizing social welfare programs, healthcare initiatives, and community support systems for vulnerable populations in the region.
Cultural Preservation
Safeguarding and promoting the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Ladakh region through cultural events and initiatives.
Current Leadership
Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Nazir Mehdi Mohammadi
President
Re-elected on September 11, 2021
Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Mohammad Hussain Moqaddas
Vice President
Leading community initiatives
Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Mohammad Taha Barvi
General Secretary
Managing organizational affairs
Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Ibrahim Khalili
Qazi-ul-Quzat
Head of the judicial and legal system
Our Key Figures
Late Hujjatul-Islam Wal-Muslimeen Sheikh Mohammad Mufeed (r.a)
Founder of Jamiat Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil (JUIAK)
In 1954, Late Hujjatul-Islam Wal-Muslimeen Sheikh Mohammad Mufeed (r.a) laid the foundation of the first socio-religious organization of the region—Jamiat Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil (JUIAK). His vision and leadership established the cornerstone of religious and social development in the region.
Late Hojatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Ibrahim Khalili (r.a)
Former Qazi-ul-Quzat. The head of the judicial and legal system of Islamic law (Sharia).
Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Mohammad Hussain Moqaddas
Former Vice President of Jamiat ul Ulama Isna Asharai Kargil-Ladakh
Late Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Ghulam Hassan Waizi (r.a)
Former Markazi Imam Al Jummah Kargil and Mutawalli JUIAKL
Late Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Syed Mohammad Nizam ud Deen Razavi (r.a)
Former Qazi-ul-Quzat. The head of the judicial and legal system of Islamic law (Sharia).
Late Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Ahmad Mohammadi (r.a)
Former President of Jamiat ul Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil-Ladakh
Late Hojatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Mussa Sharifee (r.a)
Former Leader of the Friday Prayer, Markazi Imam Al Jummah Kargil-Ladakh
Late Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Mohammad Taha Barvi (r.a)
Former General Secretary of Jamiat ul Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil-Ldakh
Late Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Syed Hussain Musavi (r.a)
Former President of Jamiat ul Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil-Ladakh
Late Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Rehmatullah (r.a)
Former President of Jamiat ul Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil-Ladakh