Ahead of Attukal Ponkala, Kerala imam asks mosques to open doors to Hindu devotees — ‘Only through love and fraternity can hatred be resisted’

February 28, 2026

Ahead of the Attukal Pongala festival, Imam V P Suhail Maulavi of Payalam Juma Masjid in Kerala has called on the Muslim community to welcome Hindu devotees by opening mosques and homes, emphasizing love and fraternity to combat hatred. His message has been widely praised as a reflection of Kerala's tradition of communal harmony.

His speech has become viral in social media. (Source: ANI)

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Imam V P Suhail Maulavi urged Muslims to open mosques for Hindu devotees during the Pongala festival.
The festival coincides with Ramadan this year, prompting calls for hospitality to guests.
The imam's message highlights the importance of brotherhood and communal harmony in Kerala.
His remarks have garnered widespread praise from various community members.

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Ahead of Attukal Ponkala, Kerala imam asks mosques to open doors to Hindu devotees — ‘Only through love and fraternity can hatred be resisted’

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