An inter-religious conference on the theme ‘Prophet Muhammad – Pinnacle of Humanity’ was conducted on 30th January 2016 at Dr. Ambedkar Bhavan, Bangalore, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

The program began with the recitation of the Quran followed by the welcome address given by Dr. Saad Mohammad Belgami, President JIH Bangalore Metro who welcomed all the delegates and participants.

The key note address delivered by Moulana Syed Jalaluddin Umri (National President, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind). He said that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) had come with the same message with which the previous prophets had come and he (peace be upon him) invited people to worship only one God who is the only creator of this universe and He who made everyone equal, more honourable is the one who fears God most. Prophet Mohammad preached rights and duties of every relationship and demonstrated it through his own behaviour and conduct.

The programme was followed by a talk by Sri Sri Shivanubhava Shivarudra Swamiji from Belimatha Mahasamsthana, Bangalore. He urged the audience to face every problem with firmness and always remember that God is with us and He will help us in every difficulty.

Later, Justice M. N. Venkatachaliah (Former Chief Justice of India) said that the world is looking at India as to how we will conduct ourselves as one human family and in order to be successful in this task we need the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).

Later, Nadoja Sri Hampa Nagarajaiah (Renowned Litterateur) also addressed the gathering. The programme was followed by a talk by Giani Baldev Singh (Head Priest, Gurudwara Ulsoor, Bangalore). He said that God fearing people would worry about humanity and if we forget the teachings of the messengers then we would be deteriorated in life.

The program concluded on a positive note with a final talk by Mohammed Kunhi (Manager, Shanti Prakashana, Mangalore). More than a thousand people participated in the conference.

Prophet Muhammed (PBUH), is the greatest man ever to walk on the face of the earth. His achievements and contributions to humanity are immense and unparalleled. Born 1490 years ago in an ignorant and uncivilized society in Arabia, he brought about a comprehensive and nearly bloodless revolution in a short period of 23 years which continues to expand even to this day, inspiring and guiding large section of humanity across the globe.  He is the final messenger of Allah, truly universal in his address and leadership.  He is the perfect example, Pinnacle of humanity and benefactor of mankind.  The book revealed on him, the Holy Quran, remains in its original form and his life and teachings have been preserved in authentic and exquisite detail.  Quran happens to be the most widely read book today and the Prophet the most written about personality.  If ever the world could unite on humanitarian principles it is only possible under the noble leadership of this great Prophet.

This unrivalled  position of the Prophet of Islam has been the pride of his followers but envy of his enemies.  Hence the scorn, insults and accusations heaped upon him all along history.  This has become more frequent and heinous in the recent years, evoking widespread anger and condemnation.

While protests and demonstrations are an immediate and legitimate reaction, what is more important is to convey and communicate to the people at large both in word and deed the true and humanitarian teachings of the Prophet. The cobweb of misunderstandings needs to be cleared  and the solution and salvation that Islam can offer to the problem riddled and ailing humanity today brought forth clearly.

Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, Bangalore has launched a 21 day campaign to educate fellow citizens of all faiths, about the true life and teachings of the Holy Prophet from 10 th to 30th Jan. 2016.

About 15000 folders and 6000 small books on Prophet in different languages will be distributed personally in door to door meetings.  Small gatherings will also be organized for the same all over the City. Finally a large inter religious conference will be held on the topic ‘‘Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) – Pinnacle of Humanity’’ at Ambedkar Bhavan, Millers Road, Bangalore on Saturday, 30th Jan. 2016 at 7-00PM.  This will be addressed by a galaxy of luminaries and religious heads.  Moulana Syed Jalaluddin Umri, All India President, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, will deliver the keynote address.  Sri Sri Shivanubhava Shivarudra Swamiji of Belimath, Mr. Venkatachaliah, Former Chief Justice of India, Rev.Bernard Moras, Archbishop of Bangalore, Giani Baldev Singh, Head Priest Gurudwara, Ulsoor, renowned litterateur Hampa Nagarajaiah and  Mr. Mohammed Kunhi, manager Shanthi Prakashana will also address.