Mirwaiz Umar Farooq(Separatist leader) Wiki, Age, Biography, Wife, Family, Lifestyle, Hobbies, & More…

Who is Mirwaiz Umar Farooq?

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq is a Kashmiri separatist leader and religious cleric who serves as the 14th Mirwaiz of Kashmir. He is known for his leadership in the Awami Action Committee and the All Parties Hurriyat Conference, advocating for Kashmiri autonomy. He plays a significant role in Kashmir’s political and religious spheres.

Wiki/Overview

Full Name	Mirwaiz Mohammad Umar Farooq
Nickname	N/A
Other Name	Umar Farooq
Profession	Kashmiri Separatist Leader, Religious Cleric
Date of Birth	23 March, 1973
Place of Birth	Srinagar
Age (as of 2024)	50
Father	Late Mirwaiz Maulvi Farooq
Mother	Name not available
Spouse	Sheeba Masoodi
Education	Postgraduate degree in Islamic Studies called ‘Moulvi Fazil’; PhD on “Politico-Islamic role of Shah-e-Hamdan”
Alma Mater	Burn Hall School, Kashmir University
Organization	All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC); Awqaf Jamia Masjid; Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid
Known for	Being a spiritual leader and Head Priest of Jama Masjid; Being the Chairman of the Awami Action Committee and Hurriyat Conference
Residence	N/A
Nationality	Indian
Religion	Islam
Hair Colour	Black
Height	N/A
Weight	N/A
Eye Colour	Black
Zodiac Sign	Aries

Early life

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was born on March 23, 1973, in Srinagar, Kashmir. After his father, Mirwaiz Maulvi Farooq’s assassination in 1990, he assumed leadership of the Awami Action Committee at the age of 17. Despite initial disinterest in politics, he became a prominent figure in Kashmiri separatist movements and religious leadership.

Career

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq’s career is marked by his leadership in Kashmiri separatist movements and religious affairs. Following his father’s assassination in 1990, he assumed leadership of the Awami Action Committee and later united various pro-freedom organizations into the All Parties Hurriyat Conference. As the 14th Mirwaiz of Kashmir, he holds significant spiritual and political influence, advocating for Kashmiri autonomy and representing the aspirations of many Kashmiris on the global stage.

Education

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq pursued his education at Burn Hall School and later obtained a postgraduate degree in Islamic Studies, known as ‘Moulvi Fazil’, from Kashmir University. Additionally, he completed a PhD on the topic “Politico-Islamic role of Shah-e-Hamdan,” showcasing his academic dedication to Islamic studies and political history.

Family and Affairs

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has been married to Sheeba Masoodi since 2002, and they have three children together, including a son born in 2017. He is the son of the late Mirwaiz Maulvi Farooq and has a sister named Rabia Farooq. His family has been integral to his personal and professional life.

Appearance

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has black eyes and black hair, complementing his overall appearance. As a Kashmiri separatist leader and religious cleric, he carries himself with an air of authority and dignity, often seen clad in traditional attire reflecting his cultural heritage and religious affiliation.

Achievements

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq’s achievements include his leadership as the 14th Mirwaiz of Kashmir, uniting pro-freedom organizations into the All Parties Hurriyat Conference, and advocating for Kashmiri autonomy on national and international platforms. He has also played a significant role in Kashmiri religious affairs, serving as the Head Priest of Jama Masjid, Srinagar.

Money Factor

Net Worth:	N/A
Salary / Income:	N/A

Trivia & Facts

In 2014, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was listed among the “500 Most Influential Muslims” by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre, Jordan, and was also recognized as one of the world’s Top 10 influential Muslim politicians.
He has faced allegations of being a Pakistani spy and involvement in terror funding cases, leading to his interrogation by the NIA.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has significant wealth and property holdings in India and abroad, sparking controversy and scrutiny.
His father, Mirwaiz Maulvi Farooq, was assassinated in 1990, and Umar Farooq, at the age of 17, succeeded him as the Mirwaiz of Kashmir.

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