Sayed Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal

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Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal
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Malappuram District President, Indian Union Muslim League
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Syed Abbas Ali Shihab

(1971-05-31) 31 May 1971 (age 52)
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  • Community leader
  • Islamic scholar

Panakkad Sayed (Sayyid) Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal (born 31 May 1971) is a Sayyid (thangal) community leader from Kerala, India. He is the youngest son of Sayed Pookoya thangal, Panakkad. He holds various significant positions including Malappuram District President of Indian Union Muslim League (IUML). [1] [2] [3]

Contributions to Kerala's Socio-Religious Landscape

Sayed Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal is acknowledged for his contributions to Kerala's socio-religious landscape. [4] His understanding of Islamic principles and commitment to fostering communal harmony have garnered recognition among the Muslim community. His efforts in education, social welfare, and interfaith dialogue have played a role in societal development in Kerala [5] [6]

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