Overview

• Agha Syed Mohammad Baqir Al-Moosavi, an eminent Shia scholar and community leader from Budgam, passed away on April 18, 2025, at the age of 85 after a brief illness.
• Tens of thousands from across the Kashmir Valley attended his funeral, reflecting his widespread influence and ability to transcend sectarian and political divides.
• Condolence messages were issued by Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Sistani, Ayatollah Khamenei’s office, and Iraqi cleric Sayyid Ammar al-Hakim, underscoring his international stature.
• Local political leaders, including Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, attended the funeral and highlighted his contributions to religious thought, social harmony, and public service.
• Agha Baqir’s legacy includes decades of scholarly contributions, his role as Grand Ayatollah Sistani’s representative in Kashmir, and his dedication to uniting communities through faith and service.