Syed Azmatullah Husseni
Chairman Waqf Board Telangana
About
Syed Azmatullah Husseni is an Indian politician and a senior leader of the Indian National Congress (INC). Known for his organizational skills and grassroots connect, he has served the party in various important roles over the years. He is currently the Chairman of the Telangana State Waqf Board, where he has been actively working to safeguard and manage Waqf properties across the state with a focus on transparency and accountability.
Husseni’s political journey has been marked by a strong commitment to community service, social welfare, and youth empowerment. His work reflects not only his leadership skills but also his ability to engage with people at the grassroots level and strengthen the party’s organizational network.
Political Career
Syed Azmatullah Husseni began his political journey with the Indian Youth Congress (IYC), where he rose quickly through the ranks. On 31 July 2010, he was appointed as National Secretary of the IYC, with the responsibility of overseeing the Madhya Pradesh State unit and the Training Department. His performance in mobilizing youth and building organizational capacity was widely recognized.
In December 2012, he was elevated to the position of General Secretary of the Indian Youth Congress, a role he held until July 2015. During this period, he was entrusted with overseeing the party’s work in four states and two Union Territories, while also heading both the Training and Programme Departments of the IYC.
One of his significant contributions was in leadership training and youth mobilization. He played a central role in organizing post-election training programmes across the country, often traveling extensively to ensure effective coordination between the IYC, Pradesh Youth Congress (PYC), the training teams, and the Jawahar Nehru Leadership Institute (JNLI). Under his leadership, the Youth Congress successfully completed training sessions in over 30 states in the first round and about 15 states in the second round, strengthening the party’s organizational framework and empowering thousands of young leaders.
At the state level in Telangana, Husseni has held several key positions within the Congress party. He has served as General Secretary of the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC), Convenor of the TPCC Campaign Committee, and is presently the in-charge of Nizamabad district for the party. In all these roles, he has focused on expanding the party’s reach, connecting with local communities, and addressing pressing social issues.
Currently, as Chairman of the Telangana State Waqf Board, Husseni is working to protect and regulate Waqf properties across Telangana, emphasizing good governance, transparency, and community welfare.
Personal Life
Syed Azmatullah Husseni hails from Telangana and has been deeply connected to the community he serves. While much of his life revolves around politics and public service, he is equally devoted to grassroots engagement and capacity-building for the next generation of leaders. Known for his humility and accessibility, Husseni continues to dedicate his time and energy to strengthening the Congress party and addressing the needs of the people.
Party Activities
Born
Hyderabad, Telangana.
Entered student politics
Elected NSUI Nizam College Unit President.
State Secretary
NSUI Andhra Pradesh
State President
NSUI Andhra Pradesh
General Secretary
Andhra Pradesh Youth Congress.
National Coordinator
Aam Aadmi Ka Sipahi (AAKS) In-charge Karnataka.
National Secretary
Indian Youth Congress (IYC) Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
National General Secretary,
Indian Youth Congress (IYC)
General Secretary & Spokesperson,
Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC)
Chairman
State Waqf Board Telangana