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Hans India
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
TN Chief Qazi Salahuddin Mohammed Ayub passes away, funeral today
Dr. Salahuddin Muhammed Ayub, the Chief Qazi to the Government of Tamil Nadu, passed away in Chennai due to age-related ailments. He was 84. His funeral will take place at 5 p.m. on Sunday at the historic Wallajah Mosque, also known as the Triplicane Big Mosque. A renowned scholar and respected figure in the Islamic community, Dr. Salahuddin held a Doctorate in Arabic Language and Literature. Prior to his appointment as Chief Qazi, he served as a professor of Arabic at New College, Chennai, where he earned admiration for his scholarship and dedication to teaching. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expressed deep sorrow over his passing. In a condolence message, Stalin said: 'Dr. Salahuddin Ayub was a respected scholar whose contributions to the welfare of the community were immense. He always showed personal affection towards me since my tenure as the MLA from Thousand Lights. Even during his illness, he remained committed and made it a point to attend Iftar events in which I participated. His demise is an irreparable loss to the Muslim community and to Tamil Nadu as a whole.' Prince of Arcot, Nawab Muhammed Abdul Ali, also expressed condolences, recalling his family's longstanding association with the late Chief Kazi. He described him as 'a great scholar and a humble man.' Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president K. Selvaperunthagai extended his sympathies to the bereaved family and the Muslim community through a message on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). AIADMK general secretary and opposition leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami also posted his condolences on X, stating: 'I am deeply saddened by the passing of the Chief Qazi of the Tamil Nadu Government and an esteemed scholar who rendered invaluable service to both the Tamil and Islamic communities. His demise is a significant loss not just to the Islamic community but to all of Tamil Nadu. I pray for his soul to rest under the mercy and shade of the Almighty, and extend heartfelt sympathies to his family and to all our Muslim brothers and sisters.' TVK leader and Tamil superstar Vijay paid tribute on X, writing, 'Deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Tamil Nadu Government's Chief Qazi, Allama Mufti Dr. Muhammad Salahuddin Ayyubi Qadiri Azhari. He discharged his duties with integrity and righteousness. Despite being entitled to government privileges such as an official residence, a siren-equipped vehicle, and an office, he chose to decline all benefits and served with humility and sincerity.' In a press release, Nusrat Ali Khan, secretary of the Shia Sunni Unity Movement India, described the late Chief Qazi as 'an epitome of unity and a perfect example for the Muslim community.' Khan added that his services to the nation would be remembered and appreciated forever. Dr. Salahuddin Mohammed Ayub leaves behind a legacy of scholarship, humility, and service that will continue to inspire generations.
The Hindu
24-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Chief Kazi to T.N. govt. Salahuddin Mohammed Ayub passes away at 84
The Chief Kazi to the Tamil Nadu government, Salahuddin Mohammed Ayub, passed away here late on Saturday due to age-related illness. He was 84. According to sources, he had a vast knowledge of Islamic teachings. He also holds a Doctorate in Arabic Language and Literature. Prior to his appointment as Chief Kazi, he was a professor of Arabic at New College in Chennai. In a condolence message, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said he was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Salahuddin Mohammed Ayub. Recollecting his association with the Chief Kazi, Mr. Stalin said he was a respected scholar and will always be remembered for his contributions to the community's welfare. 'He always showed affection towards me ever since I was an MLA from the Thousand Lights constituency. Even during his illness, he remained committed to attending 'Iftar' events that I took part in. His demise is an irreparable loss to the Muslim community,' he added. In his condolence message, the Prince of Arcot Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali recollected his family's association with the Chief Kazi, and said he was a great scholar and a humble man. In a post on X, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president K. Selvaperunthagai extended condolences to his family members and Muslims. In a press release, Nusrat Ali Khan, secretary, Shia Sunni Unity Movement India, offered condolences to his family and the entire Muslim community. 'He was an epitome of unity and perfect example among Muslim community. His services to the nation will be appreciated forever,' Mr. Khan said. His last rituals will be conducted at Triplicane Big Mosque, known as Wallajah Mosque, at 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Time of India
Chennai to get its own ‘Super Tree' like in Singapore
Chennai: A 34m-tall 'Super Tree', just 20m shorter than the LIC Building, will soon take root in the Kalaignar Centenary Park to offer visitors a panoramic view of the city. The structure, coming up on the eastern end of the park, is likely to be inaugurated early next year. "It's modelled along the lines of Singapore's Supertree Grove," said an official from the horticulture department. "The trunk of the structure, wrapped in greenery, will branch out and act like a canopy, which in turn will serve as an outdoor deck," said an official from the horticulture department. The ten-storied tower will have two elevators and 25 steps on a floor to take visitors to an air-conditioned glass viewing deck. "This will be unlike anything Chennai has seen," said an official involved in the project. From the top, visitors will be able to see the Gemini flyover fully lit." With 1,200 square feet of indoor viewing space and 1,850 square feet of outdoor deck area, the Super Tree aims to become both a tourist magnet and a serene retreat. "The structure is designed with sustainability in mind, uses energy-efficient materials," said Thousand Lights MLA Dr N Ezhilan. In 2023, state govt regained possession of prime land worth ₹1,000 crore in Chennai from the Agri Horticultural Society. It was handed over to the horticulture department for development. Today at least 500 people visit Kalaignar Centenary Park there every day.
