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Mendhar, (CNI):
An extraordinary General Body meeting of the Shia Federation—a prominent non-political, socio-religious welfare organization of Jammu province—was convened today in Mendhar. The gathering saw participation from representatives of 35 Anjumans in the presence of dozens of independent observer from across the province and was presided over by renowned religious scholar and preacher, Molana Syed Zakir Hussain Jafri.

The meeting focused on two major agenda items:

1. Approval of Proposed Amendments to the Constitution
   The General Body unanimously passed a set of constitutional amendments to the Federation’s charter, which had been in effect since 2007.
2. Formation of an Ad-Hoc Committee
   The body resolved to constitute an ad-hoc committee to manage the Federation’s affairs for a three-month period. This interim arrangement will remain in place until fresh elections are held under the revised constitutional framework.

A significant development during the session was the successful passage of a vote of no confidence against the current President, Mr. Ashiq Hussain Khan. The motion, initiated by 10 Anjumans and passed unanimously by all 35 Anjumans of the General Body present on the occasion, marked a strong expression of disapproval. Members criticized Mr. Khan for attempting to retain his position through nomination, bypassing the formation of an election commission and neglecting the democratic processes defined in the Federation’s constitution.

Additionally, a unanimous resolution was passed requesting Mr. Khan to immediately cease using the Federation’s name in any personal or public capacity—including on public platforms, news channels, and social media. Members urged him to refrain from any actions that might create divisions within the community.

As part of the transitional process, the General Body unanimously elected Syed Nazir Hussain Shah as Chairman of the ad-hoc committee. Shah, known for his administrative capabilities, will oversee the organization’s operations and facilitate the upcoming elections during his three-month tenure.
The Presidents of following Anjumans which constitutes the electoral College of the Federation were present in the meeting:

1. Anjuman e Jafria Poonch
2. Anjuman e Jafria Gulpur
3. Anjuman Tanzeel Ul Momineen Mandi
4. Anjuman e Kazmia Qasba
5. Anjuman e Jafria Degwar
6. Anjuman Aal e Mohammad Sathra
7. Anjuman e Jafria Surankote
8. Anjuman e Jafria Moh. Sadat Nagar
9. Anjuman Ansar ul Mehdi Surankote
10. Anjuman e Jafria Sangla
11. Anjuman Hussaini Lapara
12. Anjuman Haideri Sanai
13. Anjuman e Hussaini Banola Salwah
14. Anjuman Saneye Batool Salwah
15. Anjuman e Haideri Mendhar
16. Anjuman Azaadaran e Hussain Mendhar
17. Anjuman e Kazmia Rellan
18. Anjuman e Imamia Kasyote
19. Itrat Society Gursai Mohri
20. Anjuman Maasumia Hundi Gursai
21. Anjuman Sajjadiya Bai Dhara Gursai
22. Anjuman Mehdi Aakhir ul ZamanKhankah
23. Anjuman Imam Mehdi Chottey ShahMendhar
24. Anjuman Imamia Jammu
25. Anjuman Haideri New Plot Jammu
26. Anjuman Imamia Chanderkot
27. Anjuman e Kazmia kaini Chajjla
28. Anjuman Gulshan e Zahra Gali Sayedan
29. Anjuman Kazmia Gohlad
30. Anjuman Pasdaraan-e-Abbas Dhair
    Besides, Five other Anjumans participated in the meeting on virtual mode.
    The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Syed Munir Hussain Shah, President of the host Anjuman. During his address, he briefed the participants about the formation of the Federation, recalling his role as one of its founding members. He emphasized that the entire exercise undertaken by the General Body was aimed at unifying the community and promoting its welfare and growth in all aspects of life. CCnCni CNI