MRM Meeting: Pledge for Global Peace, Green India, De-addiction & Democratic Integrity

Taking a crucial step toward positive transformation, social reform, and global peace, the Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM) convened a landmark meeting on Saturday at its central office in Paharganj, New Delhi.

Going beyond a routine organizational session, this meeting adopted historic resolutions ranging from environmental protection to building a drug-free society and strengthening democracy.

Through campaigns like “A Tree in Mother’s Name,” “Drug-Free India,” and the “Call for Global Peace,” the gathering conveyed a powerful message of awareness and responsibility for national welfare.

From Resolution to Revolution: Beginning of New Direction

Chaired by MRM Patron Indresh Kumar, the meeting saw participation from national conveners, state coordinators, and heads of various departments from across the country.

National Convener Shahid Sayeed stated, “This is a new beginning — we aim to build a more responsible, clean, and united India.” He added that MRM serves as a moral compass for the nation. “Today, whenever there’s a major issue in the country, eyes turn to the MRM, which always advocates peace, harmony, unity, integrity, brotherhood, love, progress, and prosperity.

This is not merely a platform for Muslims but an inclusive forum that thinks in the national interest — one that binds the nation from the heart.”

Green India: A Tree in Mother’s Name

One of the most emotional and inspiring proposals of the meeting was “Plant a Tree Every Year in Your Mother’s Name.” Titled “Green India – A Tree in Mother’s Name,” this initiative blends environmental protection with honoring motherhood and caring for the Earth — representing a cultural revolution.

Speakers emphasized that just as a mother gives us life, a tree nourishes life on Earth. The campaign will be promoted nationwide through schools, madrasas, mosques, local committees, and youth groups. It aims to create an emotional and ecological connection among citizens.

Drug-Free India: A Real Effort to Save the Youth

The meeting expressed deep concern over the increasing threat of drug abuse among the youth. The MRM unanimously decided to launch a nationwide campaign titled “Quit Drugs, Unite the Nation.”

According to the platform, substance abuse threatens not only health but also societal productivity and the social fabric. The campaign will raise awareness through mosques, schools, panchayats, and digital media.

MRM is forming a volunteer task force to run awareness drives, counseling, and helpline services. What begins in the Muslim community is envisioned to impact the entire nation’s youth.

Message for Global Peace: Dialogue, Not War

The meeting also expressed grave concern over ongoing wars and violence across several countries including Russia, Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Turkey, Syria, Egypt, Iran, and Sudan. MRM declared that war is never the solution — it only brings destruction.

The forum appealed to the world to adopt India’s ancient philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — the world is one family. MRM called upon the United Nations and other global institutions to replace conflict with dialogue and coexistence.

Emergency of 1975: Darkest Chapter of Indian Democracy

The Emergency imposed in 1975 was denounced as the darkest period and a hellish time for Indian democracy. Speakers emphasized that democracy is not just a system of governance — it is the voice of the people, which can never be silenced by force.

MRM urged every Indian to remember, especially on the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, that defending democracy is a collective responsibility. They warned that whenever a ruler suppresses the voice of the people, the nation pays a moral, ideological, and social price.

Future Strategy: Reaching Every District & Village

MRM announced plans to take campaigns like “Green India – A Tree in Mother’s Name” and “Drug-Free India” to every district, block, and village panchayat.

A digital tracker platform is also under consideration to record citizens’ participation. Additionally, there were discussions about creating a youth group named “Shanti Toli” (Peace Brigade), which would travel across the country spreading messages of peace, harmony, and unity — nurturing a culture of dialogue and brotherhood in society.

All Proposals Presented by Prof. Shahid Akhtar

All major proposals — “Green India – A Tree in Mother’s Name,” “Quit Drugs, Unite the Nation,” the message for global peace, the protection of democracy, and future strategies — were systematically presented by Prof. Shahid Akhtar.

Each topic was discussed thoroughly and all resolutions were passed unanimously, demonstrating the unity and commitment within the organization.

Nationwide Presence of MRM

The meeting witnessed the active participation of prominent MRM workers and representatives from across India, including: Mohammad Afzal, Prof. Shahid Akhtar, Girish Juyal, Raza Hussain Rizvi, Virag Pachpor, Shahid Sayeed, Islam Abbas, Abu Bakar Naqvi, Irfan Ali Peerzada, S.K. Muddin, Dr. Shalini Ali, Reshma Hussain, Maulana Kaukab, Tasneem Patel, Hafiz Sabreen, Imran Chaudhary, Faiz Khan, Shakir Hussain, Dr. Asif Ali, Altamash Bihari, Kallu Ansari, Anjum Ansari, Shehnaz Afzal, Meer Nazir, Dadu Khan, Ashid Khan, Dr. Shaista, Tahir Shah, Chandni Shah, Shafqat Qadri, and Sher Ali Khan. Their presence highlighted the rapidly growing influence and reach of the MRM across the nation.

This meeting was not just a list of resolutions — it was the seed of a new vision and transformative change. If initiatives like “Green India – A Tree in Mother’s Name” and “Quit Drugs, Unite the Nation” are implemented with full sincerity, they could become the foundation of a cultural and social revolution in India.