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Javed Haider Zaidi
Maulana Javed Haider Zaidi (born December 14, 1997) is an Indian Twelver Shia Islamic scholar, writer, and renowned orator based in Lucknow. Known by the title Aftab-e-Millat, he is recognized for his powerful speeches, religious lectures, and advocacy for Muslim unity.
Early Life and Education
Zaidi was born in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and began his Islamic education at Jamia-e-Imania. He pursued advanced religious studies in Qom, Iran, at Al-Mustafa Open University, under scholars including Maulana Syed Mohammad Husaini. ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maulanajavedhaiderzaidi/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Career and Public Engagement
As a prominent Shia cleric and orator, Zaidi delivers Ashra-e-Majalis across India, commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (A.S). He emphasizes unity between Sunni and Shia Muslims, urging collaboration to counter divisive agendas. ([imdb.com](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10867046/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Public Statements
In November 2024, Zaidi condemned the massacre of over 100 Shia community members in Parachinar, Pakistan, labeling the perpetrators as the "progeny of Yazid" and calling the act a heinous attack on humanity. ([en.hawzahnews.com](https://en.hawzahnews.com/news/368474/Massacre-in-Parachinar-Over-100-Shia-Community-Members-Killed?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
In July 2024, he expressed deep sorrow over the martyrdom of Hezbollah Secretary General Sayed Hassan Nasrallah, offering condolences and highlighting the loss to the Islamic world. ([en.hawzahnews.com](https://en.hawzahnews.com/news/368158/Maulana-Javed-Haider-Zaidi-offers-Condolences-on-Nasrallah-Martyrdom?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
In January 2025, Zaidi criticized the surveys of religious sites in India, stating that such actions threaten the nation's unity and social harmony. ([newageislam.com](https://www.newageislam.com/current-affairs/shia-cleric-maulana-javed-haider-zaidi/shia-cleric-maulana-javed-haider-zaidi-surveys-religious-sites-threat-indias-unity/d/133903?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Media and Publications
Zaidi has contributed writings on Islamic spirituality, including an article explaining the significance of Quds Day. ([newageislam.com](https://www.newageislam.com/islam-spiritualism/maulana-javed-haider-zaidi/-quds-day-shia-religious-scholar-maulana-javed-haider-zaidi-explained/d/132085?utm_source=chatgpt.com)) He is also listed as a writer for the documentary A Jihad for Love (2007). ([imdb.com](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10867046/bio/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))