Hyderabad: Imams, considered as the torch bearers of the Muslim community, are struggling for two square meals a day, particularly those sincerely fulfilling their duties in villages and remote areas in Telangana.

Imams of the mosques lead the five times namaz in addition to organising classes to impart Islamic education to the children staying in the neighbourhoods. Their role is important in the city suburbs and remote areas where Muslims are accustomed to the local cultures. However, their hard work is rarely appreciated.

Things started crumbling after governments delayed their honorarium. “Previously, timely payment of honorariums helped us in meeting our family expenses and fulfilling our other requirements. Now, due to the delays, we are facing stressful conditions. How can we sur

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