Act against Faizi, says pro-IUML Samastha faction
pro-IUML
and
anti-IUML
factions of
Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulema
has escalated with the pro-IUML faction demanding action against
Mushavara
member
Ummer Faizi Mukkam
, who allegedly convened a parallel meeting ahead of the recently-held meeting of Mushavara.Samastha's pro-IUML leaders accused Faizi of persistently attempting to discredit Samastha and its leaders who have been held in high regard by the public and encouraging divisive activities.
They demanded his removal from all posts in Samastha and its affiliated bodies.In a joint statement, they demanded action against those who attended the meeting held under the leadership of Faizi and ensure that the sanctity of Mushavara is protected.Signatories of the statement include Bahaudeen M Nadwi, MP Musthafal Faizi, Abdu Samad Pookkotur, MC Mayin Haji, Nazar Faizi Koodathayi, Mohammed Faizi Onampilly among others.SYS leader Nassar Faizi Koodathayi alleged that Faizi is engaging in political manoeuvring and attempting to align with the Left. "Reports have surfaced that a parallel meeting was held in Kozhikode ahead of the Mushavara meeting. Those involved have not denied it. If the news is true, then it is highly condemnable and unacceptable. We have urged Mushavara to take strong action on the matter," he added.Koodathayi also said that Faizi had been supporting the Left to create problems for the UDF before the elections.In November, Samastha had issued a notice to the Mushavara member seeking explanation from him on the controversial remarks he made against IUML state president Panakkad Sadikali Shihab Thangal.
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