Muharram 2026: Sufi Islamic Board Issues Message of Peaceful and Inclusive Moharram Celebrations

Salaam people National Desk 

​Sufi Islamic Board Urges Peaceful, Spiritual, and Inclusive Observance of Moharram

​MUMBAI / NEW DELHI — June 25, 2026 — The Sufi Islamic Board has issued an official statement outlining guidelines and a call to action for the solemn observance of Moharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. Emphasizing the core Sufi values of peace, tolerance, and universal brotherhood, the Board has urged Muslims across the nation to observe the period with deep spiritual reflection, strictly adhering to public safety and communal harmony.

Taziadari at Sufi Islamic Board Kerala where Shankaracharya Sadhu krishnananda Saraswati Maharaj joins.

​Core Directives and Themes:

​Spiritual Reflection Over Exhibitionism: The Board emphasized that Moharram, particularly the day of Ashura (the 10th of Moharram), is a time of mourning, introspection, and remembering the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions at the Battle of Karbala. The Board strongly advised against any practices or displays that could disrupt public peace or create misunderstandings among diverse communities.

Taziadari at Sarv Dharm Khwaja Mandir in Hoshiarpur

​Interfaith Harmony and Mutual Respect: In line with the teachings of Sufism, the Board called upon local community leaders to ensure that Moharram processions (tazias) are conducted along designated routes in cooperation with local administration and law enforcement. The Board urged volunteers to maintain open dialogue with neighbors of all faiths to ensure total communal harmony.

​Focus on Charity and Public Service: Instead of extravagant displays, the Sufi Islamic Board recommends redirecting resources toward Sabeels (water distribution stalls), blood donation camps, and distributing food to the underprivileged, regardless of their caste or creed—mirroring the generosity of the martyrs of Karbala.

​Prevention of Misinformation: The Board warned against the spread of provocative videos, unverified historical narratives, or divisive content on social media platforms during this sensitive period. It urged youth to utilize the month to study the true essence of Imam Hussain’s stand against tyranny and injustice.

​”The message of Karbala is not limited to any one community; it is a universal lesson in standing up for truth, justice, and humanity. Let our remembrance of Imam Hussain be reflected through peace, charity, and service to society.”

Spriual Leadership, Sufi Islamic Board

​The Sufi Islamic Board has sent directives to its state and district units to coordinate directly with local authorities to facilitate smooth, peaceful, and respectful observances throughout the month.

Taziadari at Ajmer Dargah gate.

Sufi Mansoor Khan on this moment of grief observed that Taziadari and Alambardari are observed at many Aastanas of Sufi Saints, prominent among them are Huzoor Gareeb Nawaz in Ajmer, Hazrat Waris E Paak in Dewan , Hazrat Sabir E Paak in Kalyar, Hazrat Makhdoom Samnani in Kachocha , Baba Tajuddin in Nagpur , Khwaja Banda Nawaz in Gulbarga and many parts of Kerala. He said that some radicle clerics had opposed the Taziadari from the last few decades but SIB has ensured that I’ll effects is those radicle clerics is washed off from the minds of the masses.