A case has come to light in Palakkad district of Kerala, sparking a fresh controversy on social media. A gym owner here has decided to make his 15-year-old fitness center “Islam-friendly”. After this decision, people on the Internet split into two groups. Some consider it a personal choice, while others consider it a step to increase isolation in society.
A man will open the first Islamic gym in Kerala!
A very unique and controversial case has emerged from Puttonagaram area in Palakkad district of Kerala. The owner of a popular fitness center who has been operating here for 15 years has announced that his gym will now be completely run according to Islamic principles and rules. The gym owner released the full list of new rules by sharing a post on social media. Under these new rules, there will be a complete ban on playing music inside the gym, and a strict religious dress code for men and women will be enforced.
Islamic gym started in Kerala… Whoever wants to come can come or not… Every person in the country is free to follow his religion and follow its rules… pic.twitter.com/nhRkou3xOA
– Free citizen of independent India (@AnathNagrik) June 4, 2026
What are the new rules for this “Islam-friendly” gym?
The gym owner explained in a social media post that Islamic rules must now be strictly followed at this fitness centre.
There will be a ban on music No song or music will be played inside the gym during your workout or workout.
Dress code- According to Islamic beliefs, body parts that are considered necessary for covering while exercising should be covered. It will be mandatory for women to wear the hijab and modest clothing.
different timing- Men and women will not be able to exercise together. Different shifts or training times will be scheduled for both.
The gym owner claims that this is the first gym of its kind in his area which was built for the convenience of those who want to follow Islamic values along with their physical fitness.
The doors are open to all religions, but conditions must be followed
Although the gym is said to be run on religious rules, the owner has made it clear that there is no bar for people of any religion to enter here. People of all faiths and communities can come to this gym, provided they are ready to follow these new rules and regulations set by the gym. Their goal is to create an environment that is accessible to everyone while adhering to the rules.
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People clashed on social media, with entries ranging from “Sharia” to “Taliban.”
As soon as this news spread online, a heated discussion began among users and the comments section was filled with statements. People’s opinions on this decision seem to have two different ends. Many users believe that since this is a private business, the owner has complete freedom to set the rules according to his target audience.
“As long as they are not harassing anyone else and are not violating any law in India, no one should have any problem with this. It is their right,” one user wrote. On the other hand, critics say that setting rules based on religion in public or commercial spaces can create distance and separation in society.
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