April 12, 2025|13 Shawwal 1446
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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

71+
Years of Service
100+
Villages Served
6+
Major Initiatives

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

Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Nazir Mehdi Mohammadi

President

Re-elected on September 11, 2021

Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Mohammad Hussain Moqaddas

Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Mohammad Hussain Moqaddas

Vice President

Leading community initiatives

Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Mohammad Taha Barvi

Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Mohammad Taha Barvi

General Secretary

Managing organizational affairs

Hojjatul Islam Sheikh Ibrahim Khalili

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)

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)

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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

Late Hojjatul Islam Walmuslimeen Sheikh Rehmatullah (r.a)

Former President of Jamiat ul Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil-Ladakh