The All India Shia Conference (AISC) has pioneered the education, social, and religious life of the Indian Shia community. It has stuck to its mission of education, welfare, and religious heritage preservation since its inception. Its most significant contribution has been the establishment of core institutions that have endured and provided quality education, social welfare, and preservation of history to the community down the ages.

1. Shia College, Lucknow (Founded 1917)

Shia College Lucknow is a shining symbol of higher education that caters to thousands of students from all walks of life. It was founded in the year 1917 with a mission to provide modern education without compromising Islamic and Shia values.

Shia College Key Features:

Provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses in arts, science, commerce, law, and social sciences.

Has a world-class faculty, comprising scholars and researchers from all over India.

Has given rise to great alumni, such as intellectuals, lawyers, and public servants, who have contributed significantly to society.

Offers a rich cultural and intellectual atmosphere, fostering critical thinking and leadership among students.

Shia College is still one of the most prestigious colleges in Lucknow today, carrying on its tradition of academic excellence and service to society.

2. All India Shia Orphanage, Lucknow (Founded 1912)

Established in 1912, the All India Shia Orphanage is an old and most elite welfare home for orphan children. The orphanage was founded with the objective of giving shelter, education, and a nurturing environment to the ones who lost their families at a tender age.

The Mission of the Orphanage:

Provides free education in religious and contemporary subjects to the orphaned children.

Offers shelter, medical care, and vocational training so that they can become independent.

Emphasizes moral and ethical development, responsible citizens.

Has helped thousands of orphans to become successful.

This center is a hope and source of sympathy, instilling the virtues of service and social responsibility in society.

3. Saifi Library and Study Center (Founded 1928)

Saifi Library and Study Center, established in 1928, is a treasure house of Shia intellectual history. It has grown over time into a hub of scholars, researchers, and students who travel to study Shia history, theology, and jurisprudence.

Saifi Library Interesting Facts:

Houses rare manuscripts, historical documents, and religious literature on Shia Islam.

Provides a digitalization program, ensuring safekeeping of valuable documents for the next generation.

Offers research centers, drawing scholars from all over the world.

Is a center for academic discussion, lectures, and community educational programs.

The Saifi Library continues to be at the heart of upholding Shia tradition and continues to contribute to intellectual development in the community.

4. Anjuman Tahaffuz Matar Mutabaraka – Protecting Holy Sites

Over the years, a number of the sacred Shia shrines have faced danger due to political and social unrest. It is in regard to this that the Anjuman Tahaffuz Matar Mutabaraka was formed in order to protect and preserve the sacred sites.

 Major Aims of the Anjuman:

Identifies and restores historical and religious sites of importance to Shia heritage.

Promotes government intervention and protection under the law for threatened sacred sites.

Ensures proper upkeep, maintenance, and administration of these locations for pilgrims in the present day and for generations to come.

This organization remains the protector of Shia religious and historical sites to make such places available where they are or to establish one.

5. Awqaf Section – Maintenance of Shia Waqf Properties throughout India

The Shia waqf properties are of great religious, social, and economic significance. Nevertheless, with the evolution of time, most of the waqf properties have encountered legal issues, encroachment, and mismanagement. In order to handle these issues, the Awqaf Section of the AISC was developed.

⚖️ Functions and Duties of the Awqaf Section:

Operates towards the protection and legal formation of Shia waqf properties throughout India.

Offers legal assistance and documentation services to avert encroachment and abuse.

Ensures waqf properties’ proceeds end up in the welfare of the community.

Cooperates with the government and judiciary to ensure the interests of the Shia community are protected regarding waqf properties.

The Awqaf Section continues to be pertinent in preserving religious endowments to ensure they achieve their rightful intent for future generations.