In his speech, the Mufti emphasized the significance of Chubak Aji for Islamic education in the region. He highlighted that Jalilov was not only a scholar but also a true phenomenon for Kyrgyz theology, recognized as an authority throughout Central Asia. During his tenure as Mufti, he initiated numerous reforms aimed at improving the organization's operations. “Chubak Aji left behind a legacy that continues to develop, including in matters of reforming the Hajj and ensuring its transparency. The method of religious education through the 'question-answer' format remains in demand among Muslims,” added Zakirov.
Additionally, it became known that on April 1-2, 2026, a republican Quran recitation competition dedicated to the memory of Chubak Aji will take place in the city of Manas. The event is organized with the support of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) and sponsors.
Chubak Aji Jalilov (1975–2020) received a diverse religious and secular education, which includes studies at the Islamic University of Kyrgyzstan named after Hazrat Umar, the Institute of Arabic Language at the International University "Umm al-Qura" in Saudi Arabia, as well as at the Kyrgyz State University named after I. Arabayev, where he earned a master's degree in theology and defended his doctoral dissertation.
Throughout his career, he held important positions in the religious sphere:
- Taught Arabic at the KNU named after J. Balasagyn from 1995 to 1998.
- Worked as an expert for the World Islamic League for Central Asia from 2005 to 2007.
- From 2008 to 2010, he headed the fatwa department of DUMK and taught at the Islamic University.
- Served as the Supreme Mufti of Kyrgyzstan from 2010 to 2012.
- From 2014 to 2020, he was a member of the Council of Ulema of Kyrgyzstan.
- In 2018, he became a member of the World Council of Sunni Scholars.
Chubak Aji Jalilov passed away on July 11, 2020, due to pneumonia.
In February 2026, President Sadyr Japarov expressed his intention to posthumously award Chubak Aji Jalilov the title of "Hero of the Kyrgyz Republic" for his outstanding achievements in the field of religious education.
