He is a prominent Indian Islamic scholar, spiritual leader, and the 10th Grand Mufti of India, widely known for his contributions to education and social reform. Born in 1931, he is the Founder and Chancellor of Markaz Knowledge City, a major educational complex in Kerala. He also holds key leadership roles, including General Secretary of the All India Sunni Jamiyyathul Ulama. Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad is a strong opponent of extremism and a respected proponent of interfaith dialogue.
Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad is a renowned Islamic scholar, educator, and spiritual leader from Kerala, India, widely respected for his scholarship, moral guidance, and efforts to promote peace and interfaith harmony. Known affectionately as Kantapuram A. P. Aboobacker Musliyar, he has played a transformative role in advancing religious education and social reform in South India and beyond.
He is the founder and Chancellor of Jamia Markaz, a premier center for Islamic learning that blends classical religious studies with modern academic disciplines. Under his leadership, Jamia Markaz has grown into an international institution attracting students from across the world.
Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad is also recognized globally for his commitment to moderation, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence. His teachings emphasize compassion, ethical living, and mutual respect among diverse communities. Through lectures, writings, and international engagements, he has consistently advocated against extremism and worked to build bridges between cultures and faiths.
He has been serving as a Mudaris for nearly 40 years, teaching in various institutions within Kerala, across India, and abroad. He hails from Kottakkal, Malappuram district. His main teachers include Tirurangadi Bapu Musliyar, Kutty Hasan Musliyar, and Makhdoom Mammikkutty Musliyar. Many distinguished scholars have been students of Usthad Ibrahim Baqavi. He currently serves as the Principal of Markaz Badriyya Academy (Noorul Azhar Arabic College) and is a member of the Kottakkal Region Samastha Mushawara, providing leadership across multiple fields. He has authored several valuable books that are not commercially available.
M. S. Noorudheen Saqafi, M.A., is a respected Islamic scholar and educator, serving as the Principal of Badriyya Women’s Arabic College. With a strong academic background and years of experience in Islamic teaching, he is deeply committed to the advancement of authentic Islamic education, especially for Muslim women.
Under his leadership, the institution emphasizes a balanced approach that integrates Qur’an, Tafsir, Hadith, Fiqh, Aqeedah, and Islamic history with practical learning, delivered through a structured and disciplined academic system. He strongly advocates English-medium Islamic education to make traditional knowledge accessible to students across India and abroad.
Known for his clarity in teaching, moral guidance, and dedication to student development, M. S. Noorudheen Saqafi continues to play a vital role in shaping knowledgeable, confident, and ethically grounded scholars who contribute positively to the community.
Students at Noorul Azhar Arabic College engage in an in-depth study of the subject Sihahu Sitta. The college upholds the spirit and tradition of the science of Hadith, focusing on the six major Hadith collections: Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Sunan Abu Dawud, Sunan Tirmidhi, Sunan An-Nasai, and Sunan Ibn Majah. Under the guidance of experienced teachers, students explore detailed areas such as Isnad (chain) analysis, evaluation of Hadith authenticity, and principles of reliability.
The study of Hadith at Noorul Azhar Arabic College is not limited to academics alone but develops into a spiritual journey through daily study programs conducted at the institution. These include Khatmu Sihahu Sitta and Tilawat (recitation), which strengthen both knowledge and spiritual discipline. Through this holistic approach, Noorul Azhar Arabic College stands as a shining center that nurtures visionary Islamic scholars and ethical leaders for the community.
01 Qathmu Sihahu Sittah
02 100% Scholarship
03 Skill Development
04 Social Activities
05 Eco-Friendly Campus
06 Multi-Language Training (English, Arabic, Urdu, Tamil)
071-Year Muthawal Course
A complete educational institution spread over 4 acres of land at Somangalam. In addition to integrated religious and physical education, the pedagogy has been designed with emphasis on curricular and extra-curricular activities such as internships and dawa training camps in social work.
It expands academic horizons by offering professional programs like CA, CMA, and ACCA, as well as UPSC and PSC coaching, enabling students to pursue excellence in both religious and professional education.
The institution offers a comprehensive 7-year program in Islamic Studies along with focused preparation for competitive examinations such as UPSC, PSC, and CAT. Students also have the opportunity to pursue professional courses including CA, CMA, and ACCA, all supported by a 100% scholarship, ensuring accessible and holistic education that blends religious, academic, and professional excellence.
Badriyya Women’s Arabic College is a multidisciplinary center dedicated to women’s empowerment in the fields of education, employment, and entrepreneurship. The institution features a wellness centre, a studio for Quranic learning, an exclusive campus for religious studies, and a technical skill development academy. It offers higher secondary and undergraduate programs in integrated Islamic sciences across various streams, including humanities, commerce, and science.
Badriyya Women’s Arabic College, located at Periyar 2nd Cross Street, TMP Nagar, Padi, Chennai (South India), is a dedicated institution for Islamic education for Muslim women. With the guiding thought that “a pious lady is the richest treasure of the world,” the college aims to nurture knowledgeable, confident, and spiritually grounded women through structured Islamic learning.
The college offers Fazhila (1 year) for Aalima degree holders, Aalima Al Badriyya (3 years), and Muballiga (1 year) programs. All courses are conducted exclusively in English medium, making them accessible to students from India and abroad. The curriculum includes Qur’an, Tafsir, Hadith, Fiqh, Aqeedah, Islamic History, Spoken Arabic with Grammar, and Home Science, ensuring both religious and practical knowledge.
Classes are held online only, five days a week, with four periods per day from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Muslim women aged 15 years and above are eligible to enroll. Admissions are open for the 2025–2026 academic year, and classes are scheduled to begin in the first week of April.
The institution is led by Usthad Noorudheen Saqafi, M.A., as Principal, with Usthad Ashraf Ahsani, M.Com, serving as the BWAC English Department Chief. This program is a golden opportunity, especially for Muslim women living abroad, to pursue authentic Islamic education from qualified scholars through a flexible online system.
For registration and further details, applicants can visit https://surli.cc/mfsiuk or contact the college via WhatsApp or phone in India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Badriyya Madrassa is a prestigious institution of Islamic learning that follows the rich traditions of Islamic education. It provides a holistic learning environment by integrating religious studies, Arabic language, and contemporary subjects. The madrassa focuses on nurturing spiritual growth, academic excellence, and community service among its students.
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