Row over Kanthapuram directive limiting women’s public participation grows as Samastha defends ‘right to preach’
Dispute has intensified over a directive issued by Kanthapuram, which restricts women’s involvement in public religious events. The Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama, represented by Syed Mohammed Jifri Muthukoya Thangal, argues that scholars must be free to convey teachings without criticism. The group contends the directive infringes on the right to preach, while opponents claim it curtails women’s participation.