Ajmer Dargah Sharif Hosts Grand Iftar Promoting Interfaith Harmony and Unity
Ajmer, March 26, 2025 – The historic Dargah Ajmer Sharif witnessed a remarkable gathering of national and global interfaith leaders during today’s Roza Iftar, hosted by Haji Syed Salman Chishty, Gaddi Nashin, Dargah Ajmer Sharif, and Chairman of the Chishty Foundation. The Iftar brought together esteemed spiritual leaders and scholars from across India and the world, reinforcing the shared values of peace, love, and unity.
Leading the national interfaith delegation was Peetadhishwar Shri Goswami Sushil Ji Maharaj, President of Bhartiya SarvDharam Sansad, accompanied by Shri Dhruv Ji. The event was further honored by the presence of global spiritual leader Mohanji, Founding Mentor of Mohanji Foundation and ACT Foundation, along with his students, Ms. Tia from Europe, and Prof. David Peck from Brigham Young University, USA. Also gracing the occasion was Shri Dharmesh Jain, former UIT Chairman of Ajmer City.
From Dargah Ajmer Sharif, respected members Janab Syed Mehraj Chishty, Syed Amaan Chishty, Syed Ali Zaid Chishty, and Syed Serhan Ali Chishty participated, along with Syed Afshan Chishty, former member of Rajasthan Madarsa Board and Maulana Azad Foundation, New Delhi. The event witnessed the presence of over 50,000 devotees, all embracing the spirit of unity and divine grace.
Messages from Interfaith Leaders:
Haji Syed Salman Chishty (Gaddi Nashin, Dargah Ajmer Sharif):
“The Dargah Ajmer Sharif has always been a spiritual lighthouse guiding humanity towards love, peace, and brotherhood. Today’s Iftar is a testimony to the Chishty message of ‘Love Towards All, Malice Towards None.’ May we continue to foster interfaith harmony and strengthen the bonds of respect and understanding among all communities.”
Peetadhishwar Shri Goswami Sushil Ji Maharaj (President, Bhartiya SarvDharam Sansad):
“Gatherings like this reflect the true essence of Bharat’s spiritual unity. We may follow different paths, but our destination is the same—universal love and peace. Ajmer Sharif is a sacred place that embodies this eternal truth.”
Mohanji (Founder, Mohanji Foundation & ACT Foundation):
“True spirituality transcends boundaries of religion and nationality. The spirit of love and selfless service unites us all. This Iftar at Ajmer Sharif is a shining example of that unity in action.”
Prof. David Peck (Brigham Young University, USA):
“Faith and devotion should always bring people together, not divide them. The hospitality and spiritual energy at Ajmer Sharif serve as an inspiration for interfaith dialogue and mutual respect across the world.”
Shri Dharmesh Jain (Former UIT Chairman, Ajmer):
“Ajmer Sharif has been a living example of how faith unites people. Events like today’s Iftar encourage us to build bridges of harmony and work towards a more inclusive society.”
The grand Iftar at Dargah Ajmer Sharif was a profound moment of unity, reaffirming the commitment of religious and spiritual leaders towards a world rooted in compassion, understanding, and collective well-being.
- Religion World Bureau
