The mosque which accommodates 20 thousand worshippers at a time is being built in Shali city, Chechen Republic. The mosque is designed by Uzbek architects.
With the initiative of local residents the mosque is planned to be named after Ramzan Kadirov. The construction works started in 2012 and the opening ceremony is expected in 2018.
The mosque is located opposite “Shali-City” complex. The mosque has 4 minarets in all four corners of main building. Each minaret is 63 meters high. The dome of mosque is 43 meters high. Adjoining area of the mosque will be covered with 12 fountains. The mosque will be constructed and decorated in the unique style without any analogues in the world. The overall area of the mosque will be 6,5 hectares.
Press Service,
Muslim Board of Uzbekistan
A series of key events took place as part of a scientific-practical seminar held in Andijan Region, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of imam-khatibs’ activities.
The Chairman of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, Mufti Sheikh Nuriddin Kholiqnazar, performed the Zuhr prayer at the “Hazrati Bilol” mosque and delivered an inspiring sermon to the worshippers.
The Mufti also visited the children residing at the “Muruvvat” Boarding School for Children with Disabilities in the Kurgantepa District to check on their well-being.
Deputy Muftis, officials of the Waqf Foundation, and regional chief imams visited the Social Protection Center in Andijan City, a residence for the elderly, lonely, and disabled. They donated household appliances, food products, and hygiene items.
During these scientific and practical events, participants established a close dialogue with the public.
Imams, female religious teachers, local community activists, and “Hajj-2025” pilgrims reached out to needy and problematic households in the local neighborhoods, successfully reconciling 80 families across seven different categories.
Translated by Sirotulloh Muhammadsoliyev