# Saudi Arabia Honors Nepali Man Who Defended Mosque on One Leg, Rewards Him With Umrah Trip With Parents

> A viral video of one-legged Nepali Muslim man Sheikh Rahemullah defending a mosque in Rautahat against attackers touched people across the Islamic world. Moved by his courage, Saudi activists located the 32-year-old and…

Published: 2026-09-21 · Desk: Latest · Source: Arab News

A viral video of Sheikh Rahemullah, a one-legged Nepali Muslim man, confronting attackers while defending a mosque in Rautahat moved people across the Islamic world. Impressed by his courage, Saudi activists later located the 32-year-old and arranged for him to travel to Saudi Arabia with his parents on Aug. 5 to perform Umrah. Upon arriving in Makkah, Rahemullah received a warm welcome and was honored by Saudi donors for his bravery.

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