Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal
Malappuram District President, Indian Union Muslim League
Personal details
Born
Syed Abbas Ali Shihab

(1971-05-31) 31 May 1971
NationalityIndian
Relations
Parent
Occupation
  • Community leader
  • Islamic scholar

Panakkad Sayed (Sayyid) Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal (born 31 May 1971) is a Sayyid (thangal) community leader from Kerala, India. He is the youngest son of Sayed Pookoya thangal, Panakkad. He holds various significant positions including Malappuram District President of Indian Union Muslim League (IUML).[1][2][3]

Contributions to Kerala's Socio-Religious Landscape

Sayed Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal is acknowledged for his contributions to Kerala's socio-religious landscape.[4] His understanding of Islamic principles and commitment to fostering communal harmony have garnered recognition among the Muslim community. His efforts in education, social welfare, and interfaith dialogue have played a role in societal development in Kerala[5][6]

Controversies

  • In May 2022, Thangal was criticized for his silence on the humiliation of a girl during a 'madrassa' event in Malappuram, raising concerns about the need for leaders to protect the dignity of young women.[7][8]

References

  1. ↑ Reporter, Staff (2022-04-01). "Abbasali Shihab is IUML Malappuram district president". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2023-11-13.
  2. ↑ Naha, Abdul Latheef (2022-12-26). "Sending out a resounding Christmas message". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2023-11-13.
  3. ↑ "പാണക്കാട് അബ്ബാസലി ശിഹാബ് തങ്ങള്‍ മുസ്ലിം ലീഗ് മലപ്പുറം ജില്ലാ പ്രസിഡന്റ്‌". Samayam Malayalam (in Malayalam). Retrieved 2024-01-13.
  4. ↑ "വിവാഹപ്രായം 21 ആക്കുന്നത് മനുഷ്യത്വരഹിത നിലപാട്; പാണക്കാട് സയ്യിദ് അബ്ബാസലി ശിഹാബ് തങ്ങള്‍ - Malabar News - Most Reliable & Dependable News Portal". www.malabarnews.com. 2024-01-13. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
  5. ↑ "Vengara unites to conduct marriage of Rosemanor home inmate". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
  6. ↑ ലേഖകൻ, മാധ്യമം (2022-01-02). "ആശയങ്ങളെ ആശയങ്ങൾ കൊണ്ട് നേരിടാൻ കഴിയണം -അബ്ബാസലി ശിഹാബ് തങ്ങൾ | Madhyamam". www.madhyamam.com (in Malayalam). Retrieved 2024-01-13.
  7. ↑ "EK Samastha leader flayed for 'insulting' girl student". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-01-09.
  8. ↑ "Kerala Muslim scholar chides event organisers for inviting girl on stage, draws flak". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-01-13.



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