Umarkot/Hyderabad🇵🇰 | June 2026
A resident of Umarkot, formerly identified as Ajay Bhil, has embraced Islam and adopted the name Muhammad Hassan, according to a certificate issued by Dar-ul-Uloom Ahsan-ul-Barakat dated 10 June 2026.
The religious institution’s Certificate of Acceptance of Islam states that Ajay, son of Taro, a Pakistani national from Khoso Ward No. 310, Umarkot, voluntarily accepted Islam after understanding its teachings and recited the Kalima Tayyiba in the presence of religious scholars. Following the conversion, his Islamic name was officially recorded as Muhammad Hassan.
According to the certificate, Muhammad Hassan was born on 23 May 1994, worked as a farmer, and the conversion was registered under Certificate No. 41304-3297923-3.
Woman Submits Affidavit Declaring Marriage by Free Choice
Separately, an affidavit submitted by Mst. Baby, daughter of Muharram Ali, states that she is an adult Muslim woman who wishes to marry Muhammad Hassan of her own free will.
In the affidavit, she declares that:
- She is approximately 25 years old and of sound mind.
- She is legally entitled to choose her life partner.
- She intends to marry Muhammad Hassan, formerly known as Ajay Bhil.
- She left her family home voluntarily.
- She was neither kidnapped, abducted, nor coerced.
- She appeared before the relevant authorities of her own choice.
The affidavit also notes that Muhammad Hassan had previously belonged to a Hindu family before embracing Islam on 10 June 2026.
Family Statement
According to the information provided, relatives of Muhammad Hassan reportedly announced that they no longer maintain any relationship with him following his conversion and name change. The statement also says the family requested protection, alleging they were being harassed by members of the woman’s family.
These claims have not been independently verified, and no official police statement or court order confirming these allegations was available at the time of publication.
Legal Context
Under Pakistani law, adult citizens generally have the legal right to choose their religion and spouse, subject to applicable laws and judicial proceedings. In cases involving conversion and marriage, courts often record statements from the individuals concerned to determine whether their actions were voluntary and free from coercion.
Where allegations of harassment, abduction, or forced conversion arise, law enforcement agencies and the courts may conduct investigations based on the evidence presented.
Official Documents Reviewed
The report is based on copies of the following documents:
- Certificate of Acceptance of Islam issued by Dar-ul-Uloom Ahsan-ul-Barakat dated 10 June 2026.
- Affidavit/Free Will declaration submitted by Mst. Baby, affirming her intention to marry Muhammad Hassan voluntarily.
Authorities have not publicly released additional findings regarding the matter, and any legal proceedings, if initiated, remain subject to the decisions of the competent courts.
