The Annual Founding Members Day of Minhaj-ul-Quran International Denmark was held with great reverence and respect at its headquarters. The event was marked by a profound sense of emotion, gratitude, and unity. A large number of participants attended and paid heartfelt tribute to the founding members.
The ceremony commenced with a soulful recitation of the Holy Qur’an by Qari Muhammad Nadeem Akhtar. This was followed by a naat (poetry in praise of the Prophet ﷺ) presented by Muhammad Rashid Bhatti, which filled the gathering with spiritual warmth. The hosting responsibilities were carried out excellently by Hafiz Sajjad Ahmad, President of Minhaj-ul-Quran North West.
Afterward, the founding members were invited to share their reflections. Distinguished personalities who expressed their thoughts included: Sheikh Muhammad Ashfaq Sb, Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar Sb, Rai Muhammad Zubair Sb, Bashir Ahmad Nazmi Sb, Raja Muhammad Zubair Sb, Haji Muhammad Farooq Sb, Imam Javed Akhtar Sb, Sadiq Baig Sb, Muhammad Bostan Sb, Sufi Muzaffar Hussain Sb, Muhammad Akram Jora Sb, Haji Faiz Rasool Sb, Ghulam Mohiuddin Sb, and Rana Muhammad Ishaq Sb.
Among the women participants, Mrs. Muhammad Ashraf Uppal, Mrs. Haji Muhammad Najeeb, Mrs. Raja Muhammad Afzal, and Mrs. Zahoor Ahmad also shared their impressions and reaffirmed their commitment to the mission.
President of the Minhaj European Council, Bilal Uppal Sb congratulated all founding members in his address and paid tribute to their remarkable sacrifices — of time, wealth, and tireless effort. His speech deeply resonated with the audience and highlighted the عظمت (greatness) of the founding members’ contributions.
President of Minhaj-ul-Quran International Denmark, Qaisar Zubair Najeeb Sb, addressed the younger generation in particular. He emphasized the importance of understanding the sacrifices and services of the elders. He noted that the current success of Minhaj-ul-Quran Denmark is the result of the dedication, sincerity, and vision of its founding members. He advised the youth to eliminate negative attitudes, adopt truthfulness, and become sincerely committed to the mission.
The most significant segment of the event was the tribute to the founding members. Senior members recalled the early days when resources were limited but enthusiasm was extraordinary. Their reflections were filled with emotion — tears and smiles — reflecting that today’s achievements are the result of immense sacrifices, prayers, and sincerity.
The ceremony concluded with a collective prayer for the global progress and stability of Minhaj-ul-Quran. Special prayers were offered for the departed founding members, as well as for the health and well-being of the founder and patron, Shaykh-ul-Islam Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri.
At the end, a lavish dinner was served for the participants. This event not only honored the founding members but also conveyed a powerful message to the new generation: to renew their commitment and actively engage with the mission.
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