There, he studied advanced Islamic sciences, including Hadith, under scholars such as Muhammad Younus Jaunpuri.
After Kandhlawi's passing in 1982, he sought spiritual guidance from Siddique Ahmad Bandwi, who later authorized him in Sufism.
[7] After completing his studies, Vastanvi began teaching in Bodhan, a village in Surat district, for ten days.
The aim of this blended education model is to prepare students for both religious and contemporary societal roles.
[13][14][15][16][17] Vastanvi, in addition to founding and managing Jamia Islamia Ishaatul Uloom, has established various educational and welfare institutions across India.
[19] Vastanvi was elected Vice Chancellor of Darul Uloom Deoband on 11 January 2011, a decision regarded as a reformist shift in the institution’s leadership.
[20][21] However, his conciliatory remarks regarding the 2002 Gujarat riots sparked controversy, leading to criticism from various quarters.
[25][26] He emphasized that his intention was solely to focus on the progress of the Muslim community and to bring reforms to strengthen the institution.