International 09 September 2026
Aga Khan V Begins Seven-Day India Visit; To Meet President, PM
Why in the News?
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and Chair of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), arrived in India for a seven-day official visit (September 9–15) at the invitation of Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan.
Key Features / Major Points:
Maiden Visit as 50th Imam: This marks Prince Rahim's first visit to India since assuming office as the 50th Imam in February 2025, following the demise of his father, Prince Karim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV.
High-Level Engagements: Scheduled to call on President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar.
Multi-City Itinerary: Apart from New Delhi, he will travel to Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Hyderabad to inspect AKDN's development, healthcare, and educational initiatives.
AKDN's Heritage Work in India: Key projects include the restoration of UNESCO World Heritage sites like Humayun's Tomb complex in Delhi and the Qutb Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad.
Static GK Facts:
Ismaili Community: A branch of Shia Islam spanning over 35 countries, led by a living hereditary spiritual leader for over 1,400 years.
Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN): Founded: 1967 | Founder: Aga Khan IV | Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who is the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims who began a 7-day visit to India?
A: Prince Rahim Aga Khan V
Q: Where is the headquarters of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) located?
A: Geneva, Switzerland
Q: Which UNESCO World Heritage site in Delhi was restored in partnership with the Aga Khan Trust for Culture?
A: Humayun’s Tomb Complex