SRINAGAR: Chairman Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Saturday chaired an important meeting at Jama Masjid to take stock of the arrangements in and around the grand Masjid, ahead of the start of the holy month of Ramadhan.
The meeting, according to a statement issued here, was attended by all members of the managing body of Jama Masjid. He said that the fasting month provides a great opportunity for the believers to repent their sins and to get closer to Almighty Allah seeking his blessings.
Taking stock of the arrangements, members of the Auqaf updated the chairman regarding the arrangements made available for the worshipers who visit the grand Masjid during the fasting month. Mirwaiz directed the members and staff for ensuring the availability of water for ablution and other facilities including electricity supply cleanliness in and around the mosque so that no inconvenience is caused to the devotees in the holy month especially for Taraweeh prayers.
The meeting also decided that the administration will be informed to ensure uninterrupted supply of power, water and to address the issues of frequent traffic jams in the area in view of the fasting month of Ramadhan and to ensure that the area in and around the Jama Masjid is kept clean by all means. Members of Auqaf assured Mirwaiz that the sanctity of the grand Masjid will be preserved and that all the efforts and steps will be taken to put in place best possible facilities for the devotees who come in large numbers to offer prayers at the historic Masjid in the holy month.

  Mirwaiz Umar Farooq

KR Desk