Due to the lack of rainfall during this year’s autumn season and the absence of precipitation expected in the coming days, the initiative of the Chairman of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, Mufti Shaykh Nuriddin Kholiqnazar, has designated 28 November 2025, Friday, for performing Salat al-Istisqa (the prayer for rain) in all mosques across our country after the Friday prayer.
On this occasion, sacrificial animals will be slaughtered at regional, district, and city central mosques, as well as at pilgrimage sites, and the meat will be distributed to families in need, orphans, and the elderly.
On the same day, before the Friday prayer, teachers and students of higher and secondary specialized Islamic educational institutions will complete a full reading (khatm) of Imam al-Bukhari’s Sahih al-Bukhari.
Imams currently performing the ‘umrah pilgrimage in Makkah al-Mukarramah and Madinah al-Munawwarah are encouraged to perform the Salat al-Istisqa together with their groups in the Noble Harams.
Muslim Board of Uzbekistan Press Service
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