Hyderabad, March 16 -- By Abinaya Sivagnanam

In the heart of Tamil Nadu lies Tiruchirappalli (or Trichy), home to the Hazrath Thable Alam Badusha Nathervali Dargah. The shrine is a testament to the centuries-old Islamic tradition and spiritual solace in southern India. This site is not just a place of worship but a mosaic of history, culture, and unwavering faith that tells the remarkable story of Islam's roots in southern India.

The story of Islam's entry into South India is as intriguing as it is unique, given that it is usually overshadowed by narratives from the north. Unlike the northern territories of India, where the spread of Islam was often accompanied by the tumult of conquests and kingdoms rising and falling, the southern nar...