Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate, visited Darul Uloom Deoband, a renowned and historic Islamic educational institution in India, on Saturday.
Kabul 24: He was warmly welcomed by scholars, professors, and students of the institution, one of the most prestigious centers of Islamic learning in the subcontinent.
Expressing gratitude for the warm hospitality, Muttaqi said, “This visit has been highly successful. Not only the scholars and students of Darul Uloom Deoband but also the local community have welcomed us warmly.
I am grateful for their hospitality, and the future of India-Afghanistan relations appears very promising.” He emphasized the need to strengthen bilateral ties in various fields.
Maulana Arshad Madani, President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, highlighted the historical and academic ties between India and Afghanistan, stating, “Our connection with Afghanistan is rooted in education and scholarship. During our struggle for freedom, Afghans played a significant role.
Just as we defeated Britain, a global power, Afghans triumphed over major powers like Russia and the United States on their soil.”This visit follows Muttaqi’s meeting with Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar on Friday, where they discussed enhancing political and economic cooperation, including the reopening of India’s embassy in Kabul.
The talks reflect both nations’ commitment to deepening bilateral relations.
Muttaqi’s visit to Darul Uloom Deoband holds both cultural and diplomatic significance, underscoring the Islamic Emirate’s intent to foster ties with India, particularly in education and scholarship.
The visit could pave the way for expanded collaboration, reinforcing the historical and cultural bonds between the two nations.
