MKA Southall Local Ijtema 2025

Southall, January 19, 2025 — The 2025 Southall Ijtema proved to be an unforgettable event, bringing together a vibrant community for a day full of knowledge, camaraderie, and spirited activities.

The day began with a grand buffet-style breakfast that set a warm tone for the gathering. Attendees enjoyed a variety of delicious options, including freshly brewed karak chai, croissants, boiled eggs, cereal, and orange juice. The opening session, featuring words of wisdom from the Acting Regional Qaid Sahib, set the stage for an inspiring day ahead.

The academic session that followed saw high participation from attendees, as eager minds gathered to engage in insightful discussions. With a focus on personal and spiritual development, the session reflected the theme of the ijtema: The Holy Quran: a casket of jewels

We then moved onto lunch before offering our Zuhr and Asr prayers which was a delicious homemade lunch, where attendees enjoyed an array of traditional dishes. Chicken karahi, naan, salad, and for dessert, ice cream and gulab jamun.

In the afternoon, the atmosphere turned competitive with a series of sports competitions that saw participants give their best in a variety of games. Cricket, football, and badminton matches brought out both intense competition and a spirit of brotherhood. After the matches.

One of the standout moments of the day was an interactive workshop on drug awareness, led by local police officers. The workshop engaged attendees in important conversations about the dangers of drug use, offering a valuable learning experience for all.

As the day continued, attendees enjoyed afternoon refreshments that included samosas, papdi chaat, cake, and Kashmiri chai. The games session that followed was lively and competitive, featuring fun challenges and inspired by the success of the Greenford Ijtema. Acting Regional Qaid Sahib led the session, ensuring an entertaining and engaging experience for all.

The day culminated in a special closing session with the esteemed Sadr Majlis UK. His address, which explored every Khadim’s favorite Quranic verse, beautifully tied together the day’s theme and left everyone feeling spiritually uplifted.

A special thank you was given to the behind-the-scenes teams responsible for setting up and winding down the event. Their hard work ensured the smooth running of the Ijtema, making the day a success from start to finish.

With the tireless efforts of the Ijtema committee, this year’s gathering was a resounding success, bringing the Southall community together in a spirit of unity, reflection, and joy.

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