Srinagar, Feb 26 (TKHN): The Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir, Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam Farooqi, on Thursday announced that Sadaqat-ul-Fitr for the year 2026 has been fixed at Rs 80 per person, urging the faithful to fulfil the religious obligation before Eid-ul-Fitr prayers.
Speaking to The Kashmir Honour News (TKHN), the Grand Mufti said that Zakat-ul-Fitr is compulsory for every Muslim—men, women and infants alike. He stated that parents must pay on behalf of their minor children, while adult children are responsible for paying their own share. Clarifying further, the Grand Mufti said a husband cannot pay Sadaqat-ul-Fitr on behalf of his wife without her consent.
The Grand Mufti explained that the prescribed amount has been calculated on the basis of half a Sa’ of wheat, currently valued at Rs 77 in the market. As a precautionary measure, it has been rounded off to Rs 80 to ensure complete discharge of the obligation.
He added that those who are financially well-off may give Sadaqat-ul-Fitr in the form of wheat, cash, dates, raisins or other approved food items, and may contribute more than the fixed amount if they wish.
Emphasising the purpose of the charity, the Grand Mufti said it must be distributed among the poor, destitute, orphans, needy relatives and travellers within local communities. He categorically stated that the amount should not be given to mosques, khanqahs, or any political or religious organisations.
The Grand Mufti appealed to the Muslim community to ensure timely payment so that the underprivileged can benefit before the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr begins. (TKHN)
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