Religious career
After completing his education,Siddiqui began his professional religious work with Hujjatul Islam Academy,where he remained associated for approximately three years. During this period,he was involved in religious teaching and scholarly activities.
He later served for about one year as an Imam at Kamal Shah Masjid,Deoband,where he led congregational prayers and participated in community religious life.
In November 2023,Siddiqui was appointed as the Naib Imam (Deputy Imam) of Jama Masjid Paltan Bazaar,Dehradun. In this role,he assisted in conducting prayers,delivering sermons,and supporting the religious administration of one of Dehradun’s most prominent mosques.
Appointment as Shahar Qazi
On 28 November 2025,the management committee of Jama Masjid Paltan Bazaar,Dehradun announced Siddiqui’s appointment as the Shahar Qazi of the city following the demise of the previous Shahar Qazi,Maulana Mohammad Ahmad Qasmi. The announcement was made after Friday prayers,during which Siddiqui was ceremonially honoured with a traditional turban (pagri). [3]
The appointment received wide coverage in regional media. Some reports noted that the Uttarakhand Waqf Board initially raised procedural questions regarding the appointment. Subsequently,the Board clarified that the post of Shahar Qazi is a religious and community-based position and does not fall under its direct administrative jurisdiction,leaving the matter to mosque management committees and the community. [4]
Public response and role
Following his appointment,Siddiqui received congratulations from religious scholars,social workers,and representatives of various community organisations. Media reports stated that several delegations met him to convey their best wishes and express confidence in his leadership. [5]
As Shahar Qazi,Siddiqui’s role involves providing religious guidance,overseeing Islamic practices,and assisting in matters related to community harmony and mediation. In local usage,he is sometimes informally referred to as the Shahi Imam of Dehradun due to his association with Jama Masjid Paltan Bazaar,though this is not a formally designated title.
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