Imam from Kardzhali wins national adhan recitation competition in Bulgaria
Imam Ibrahim Kadir from Bulgaria’s Kardzhali region has won the country’s National Adhan Recitation Competition, held at the historic Tombul Mosque in Shumen and organized by the Grand Muftiate of Muslims in Bulgaria.
More than 20 imams representing 15 regional muftiates across Bulgaria took part in the competition. Attendees included Bulgaria’s Grand Mufti Dr Ahmet Hasanov, deputy grand muftis, regional muftis, religious officials and guests from Türkiye.
KARDZHALI REGION TAKES FIRST PLACE
In his opening address, Grand Mufti Hasanov highlighted the historical and religious significance of Tombul Mosque for Bulgaria’s Muslim community and emphasized the responsibilities of those who perform the call to prayer.
Deputy Grand Mufti Beyhan Mehmed described the adhan as a call that touches people’s hearts, adding that religious officials play an important role in strengthening unity and solidarity within society.
The jury was chaired by Tevfik İşçen, head of the Personnel Training Centre in the Field of Religious Services in Edirne, Türkiye.
Following the evaluation, Ibrahim Kadir, imam of the village of Ostrovitsa in the Kardzhali region, was awarded first place. Hamdi Nezir, representing the Razgrad region, finished second, while Yuezgiyan Yumer, imam of the village of Golyamo Ablanovo in the Ruse region, placed third.
The Grand Muftiate of Muslims in Bulgaria congratulated all participants and wished them success in their religious service.
Source: Kırcaali Haber
