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ANNOUNCEMENT

Dr Ghayasuddin Siddiqui (1939 – 2026)

It is with great grief and sorrow that we announce the death of the highly regarded thinker and activist, Dr Ghayasuddin Siddiqui. He died peacefully at his home in the early hours of the 18th April 2026. 

Dr Ghayasuddin Siddiqui – A Memorial Gathering. Commemorating a life of service and sacrifice. Jointly hosted by the Halal Food Authority and the Muslim Institute. Sunday 31 May, London. 

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Guardian obituary. Click here

Obituary of Dr Siddiqui by his son Asim in Muslim News. Click here

Tribute to Dr Siddiqui in Hyphen news. Click here

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