Renowned Sufi Saint Peer Muhammad Aslam of Sallar Passes Away, Kashmir Mourns Spiritual Loss

A wave of sorrow swept through South Kashmir today as news broke of the passing of Peer Muhammad Aslam Mir, a revered Sufi saint from the village of Sallar in Anantnag district. Known affectionately as Pir Aslam Sahib, he was deeply respected across the Kashmir Valley for his spiritual guidance, humble nature, and service to the community.

Peer Muhammad Aslam, aged around 70, breathed his last early Thursday morning at his residence. As news of his death spread, thousands of mourners from across the region flocked to Sallar to pay their final respects. His funeral prayers (Namaz-e-Janaza) were held in the premises of Jamia Masjid Sallar, where a sea of grieving people gathered to offer their last tribute to the departed soul.

People from all walks of life—devotees, clerics, neighbours, and local leaders—joined the solemn procession. Former MLA Rafi Ahmad Mir was among those present, offering condolences to the bereaved family and highlighting Pir Aslam’s lifelong contribution to peace, unity, and spiritual awakening in the region.

Known for his simplicity and compassion, Peer Muhammad Aslam spent decades guiding people on the path of Sufism, promoting values of love, humility, and communal harmony. His gatherings, filled with spiritual teachings and soulful zikr, attracted many seeking inner peace and moral direction.

Local residents recalled his warmth, humility, and ability to connect with people of all backgrounds. “He was not just a religious guide, but a fatherly figure to the whole area,” said one mourner, wiping away tears.

The villagers of Sallar and surrounding areas buried Peer Aslam Sahib in his ancestral graveyard with tearful eyes and heavy hearts. Many described his loss as the end of a spiritual era for the region.

Condolences poured in from religious and social organizations, who described his demise as an irreparable loss to Kashmir’s spiritual heritage.

As the valley mourns the loss of a saintly soul, his legacy of love, devotion, and service will continue to inspire generations to come.

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