Dr Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi
Chief Imam,

All India Imam Organization is the legitimate voice of the half a million Imams of India who happens to be the religious and spiritual guide of two hundred ten Million Indian Muslims. AIIO is recognized in that capacity and role both at the national and international level. This is the largest Imam Organization in the world and is so uniquely placed that prominent national and global bodies belonging to all walks of life utilize its services. Indian Muslims too are most uniquely placed because they are the only Muslim in the world who are naturally groomed in a cosmopolitan environment. In that capacity this remains the untapped treasure of humanity, which is yet to make good of us. However, we in AIOIM are doing everything that our resources permit us.

Most recently, Dr Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi has been awarded Doctorate of Philosophy by Desh Bhagt University, Punjab (INDIA) which happens to be one of the most prestigious Universities among private Indian Universities. This is a rare distinction, which for the first time in the post India history that an Imam of Mosque has been honoured by the highest seat of learning. It is indeed recognition of the multi-dimensional services that the Chief Imam is rendering for the good of the nation, community and the global society.

Upon recommendations of the Executive Council, International Organization for Educational Development - IOED Mission for the Educational Development and Economic Cooperation International Convention of Vienna on 18th April 1961& 24th April 1963 concerning Diplomatic and Consular Relations Dr Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi has been nominated as Lieutenant Governor to the Middle East Continent for IOED to represent the IOED in your region. The nomination to the Executive Council is purely honorary basis. It is a rare distinction granted to an Imam of Mosque, which is being rightly, describes as a proud moment for the community of Imams of India and the world.

Dr Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi is the global face of the Imam Organization and therefore, represent it at all the international forums of religion, spirituality and interfaith dialogue.

He extensively travels within and outside India. Most of the prominent world bodies approach him for guidance on issues relating to Islam and Muslims. He is well versed in Islamic Jurisprudence and his opinions in relevant circles are regarded as being authentic and trustworthy. He is one of the few Islamic scholars who hold very candid and vocal position on extremism and terrorism in whatever form it exists. By nature he is a rationalist and is being guided by reason and wisdom even in the most provocative situations.

Dr Imam Ilyasi is a credible name in the world of religion and therefore he is actively engaged in conflict resolution in India and abroad. In conflicts like Palestine-Israel and Arab-Israel his services are just commendable.

Through his dynamic leadership he is guiding the Muslim community around the world on scientific lines. He is known for taking positions in situations where most of the people prefer escapism. His convictions guide his actions.

His personal relations with the top religious leadership of all the major religions at the national and international level are another asset that helps in building the bridges of understanding between quarters.

In brief he is a man to deal with in the present difficult order. His commitment to peace, interfaith harmony and dialogue between civilizations should not leave anybody in doubt when it comes to trusting his credentials. He is the hope for today and tomorrow.

Dr Imam Ilyasi has received hundreds of national and international awards for contribution towards peace and harmony.

All India Imam Organization is the largest Imam Organization in the World, the largest Muslim Organization in India, Half a million Imams are its members, its connectivity is global. Participates in major global peace & interfaith initiatives. It is engaged with major Religious & Spiritual organizations in India. Engaged with Palestinian & Jewish Religious and Political leadership.

Its major engagements: Launching of Global Imam Organization with its headquarters at London, United Kingdom. Collaboration in Inter-faith events with Inter Faith Harmony Foundation of India. Engagements in peace initiatives; SAARC, Middle East, Indo-Pak relations, Muslims & the West, USA, UK, Holland, Australia Indonesia, Malaysia etc.

Subjects of priority: Global Warming, Extremism, Militancy & Terrorism, Health & Education, Religious Reforms, Spiritual awakening, Interfaith harmony through interfaith dialogue, Modernization of Madarsa Education, Training of Imams of Mosques, Preparation of moderate Islamic literature, Conflict Resolution.