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14 — What If the Imam Becomes Unable to Continue?

Handling severe illness, loss of voice, or emergency during prayer.

Reviewed by Dar-ul-Ifta Research Desk
Last Reviewed: 2026-09-01

Emergency Interruption Rules

If the Imam becomes unable to continue due to fainting, severe coughing, or medical emergency, Istikhlaf is performed if possible. If no replacement is appointed or talking occurs, followers break prayer and restart safely.

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