Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Sept 7: Syed Nazir Hussain Shah was today elected as the president of Shia Federation unopposed.
The elections of Shia Federation were held here today, in a highly successful and peaceful environment.
Representatives from Shia associations and registered members from across the province participated with great enthusiasm and energy.
Meanwhile, the contest for the position of general secretary was highly competitive between Dr Syed Nusrat Shah and Shujaat Khan.
Syed Nusrat Shah secured victory with 115 votes, while Shujaat Khan obtained 109 votes, finishing a close second by a narrow margin.
For the post of Treasurer, Sabtain Ansari achieved a remarkable victory with a commanding majority, securing 161 votes.
It is worth noting that out of 234 registered members, including the heads of Shia associations across the Jammu Province, 224 participated in the voting process.
This high turnout made the election historic and vibrant, demonstrating the community’s trust and confidence in the process for the first time in the province.
It is noteworthy that the election process was conducted peacefully, in an organized and transparent manner.