You’re listening to ‘Sonth’, a Kashmiri- Hindustani bilingual podcast on hot-button historical, political, and socio-economic issues of Jammu and Kashmir, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Aarti Tikoo.

Maulvi Mohammad Ashraf Thukroo is a Sufi saint, scholar and educator based in South Kashmir. In this episode, he talks about the origin, history and impact of Sufism in Kashmir. Influenced by the teachings of Darvesh that he encountered at a young age, Mohd Ashraf recalls the time when he decided to embark on the life-long spiritual journey in conflict-ridden Kashmir valley. He also shares insights about the convoluted cultural affair between Kashmiri Muslims and Kashmiri Hindus, who share common ancestral roots.