Telangana’s 7000 Imams and Muezzins to Receive Rs. 5,000 Monthly Stipend: KCR Annouced
In a significant move, Telangana's Chief Minister, KCR, has approved a monthly stipend of Rs. 5,000 for 7000 Imams and Muzzeins across the state.
Hyderabad: Chief Minister KCR has given the green signal for the provision of a monthly stipend of Rs. 5,000 to more 7000 Imams and Muzzeins throughout the state.
This decision was prompted by Janab Akbaruddin Owaisi Sahab’s intervention in the 2023 Telangana Assembly session.
The decision to provide a monthly stipend of Rs. 5,000 to more 7000 Imams and Muzzeins demonstrates the forward-thinking approach of Chief Minister KCR. This initiative reflects the state’s commitment to supporting religious leaders who, in turn, play a pivotal role in fostering communal harmony and spiritual well-being.
During the Telangana Assembly session of 2023, Janab Akbaruddin Owaisi Sahab raised a critical concern about the financial challenges faced by Imams and Muzzeins. His impassioned plea for recognition and support for these religious leaders resonated deeply with Chief Minister KCR, leading to the approval of this stipend.