Shahzada Idris Badruddin, Brother of His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, Passed Away in Mumbai

Shahzada Idris Badruddin, Brother of His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, Passed Away in Mumbai

Shahzada Idris Badruddin, younger brother of His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, the 53rd leader of the Dawoodi Bohra community, passed away in Mumbai today. He was 74.

Born in 1952, Shahzada Badruddin was the fifth son of the late Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, the 52nd leader of the Dawoodi Bohra community. Over nearly 5 decades, he served the community in several important capacities, making significant contributions to educational institutions and administrative affairs.

Education remained central to his life’s work. Under his guidance, the community’s global network of schools expanded and developed, serving thousands of students across different countries. He took a keen interest in strengthening academic standards, developing curricula, and introducing educational publications designed to make learning more engaging for young students.