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Testimony - Gahkuch - May 2026

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Key points of the Farman at Gahkuch day 1:

1.Hazir Imam was pleased to be with the Jamat ahead of time( expected timing was 1 pm and Hazar Imam graced us with his didar at 11am)

  1. Hazar Imam praised the Jamat for their discipline and well behaved children( he made a joke that his children wouldn’t have behaved this well)

  2. Hazar Imam extended his gratitude to the government of Pakistan and Gilgit-Baltistan for a warm welcome in Islamabad and Gilgit. He gave the credit of this warm welcome to the Jamat, his late father, Shah Karim and his family. He thanked the Jamat and brothers and sisters in Islam.

  3. Hazar Imam accepted the Baya pledged by the Mukhi of center Jamatkhana Chatorkhand and sends his loving blessings for good health, happiness and, unity in Jamat and wider and community. He sends his loving blessings for success in material and spiritual lives and prayed for peace and security. Hazar Imam sends his special loving blessings for Mushkil Asan, more Mushkil Asan.

  4. Imam than emphasised that he is the sole authority in Jamat’s spiritual and jamati matters. He has the full authority. Through baya Murids have accepted this authority. No individual, no group can guide Jamat in matter of faith and jamati matters. The guidelines will come to you directly just like today or through official institutions , ITREB and Councils.

  5. Hazir Imam spoke about the concept of Tawhid coming from the Quran. We are all his creatures. He talked about building bridges of peace in wider communities. He wants to have his Jamat build strong alliances and relations with wider communities. Imam emphasised contributing to the civil society. When Jamat help others it make him happy.

  6. Youth is our future, Imam said. “Get best out of education and learn how to think and adapt. Be flexible with changing world and don’t waste time. You don’t have much time as you think. Employemet has become a challenge but it can be managed. Compete not to compare but for being the best version of yourself. Support each other in success. Help all to rise together and focus on what you are good at. Learn English language, so that you can interact well with other areas in Pakistan and with the wider world.”

  7. “Keep Allah close to you. It will comfort you in difficult times . He is the compassionate, he is Al-Karim. Remembering Allah will bring joy and peace.”

  8. “Imam’s prayers are with you , Imam said he watch over us and hold us in his heart.”

On departure

  1. Imam would be leaving Jamat physically but he would carry the beautiful faces of Jamat with him. Imam mentioned that it was not possible for him to meet each and everyone of the Murid and he will come come soon.

  2. Hazar Imam accepted Nazrana offered and sends his loving blessings for volunteers and those who contributed to make this event successful. Hazar Imam mentioned that he accepted their services and gave them loving blessings.

  3. Hazar Imam mentioned that the videos of Didargaah preparations have been watched by him and leadership. He made Jamat sure that these services by the Jamat’s younger and elder members have not been overlooked.

  4. Imam talked about the gift of tasbih which has bestowed upon the Jamat. He mentioned that the Tasbih will remind the Jamat of this Day and Allah.

  5. Finally, Imam spoke about this physical departure from the space, that Jamat should not get hurt. Imam said “ Don’t worry, I’ll come back soon” ❤️

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u/Lost-Parsnip-7693 — 3 hours ago
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The incredible journey - Islamabad to Gilgit by bicycle

The incredible journey by Moonkarimgk16 (Instagram page) is one to watch. This is Day 3 but the entire saga can be found on his IG and is definitely worth watching.

I am both intrigued and impressed by the valor and effort

Kudos to this young man! It is history in the making!

Click the link to access his page: https://www.instagram.com/moonkarimgk16

u/Lost-Parsnip-7693 — 10 hours ago
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View of Didargah in Upper Chitral

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🌹🌹 Ya ALi Madad

Hello from Chitral This is Mastuj (upper Chitral)
This is where didar is happening) we stayed here last night in a camp under the stars💕❤️

Another testimony received:

Few more things about the deedar. Hunza valley is like a rift valley with a lot of villages all over the place. All villages are shut down 3 to 4 days before the deedar. The murids are than transported free of charge in cars, vans, lorries and buses to areas around the deedar where local families house them. The transportation is mind boggling. Ismailis and non Ismailis stop their daily business and volunteer their time their cars, vans, lorries and buses and petrol and bring them to the area. All the volunteers do multiple trips day and night. On the day of the deedar the murids have to be taken to the remote location of the deedar. Again Ismailis and non Ismailis start at 2am to 12 noon when the gates are shut. Then when the deedar finishes the reverse journeys are made. One army captain in Hazar Imam's protection team found out the logistics of handling 100,000 without any incident and he was gobsmacked. A petrol and diesel lorry just drives up and down the highway just in case someone runs out of fuel. There was a tyre pressure unit halfway to the deedar location. And mechanics are on call in case of a breakdown. And because the area is prone to land slides 2 earth movers were on call and they were needed. The Army Captain said any other Pakistani community there would be riots and chaos. One non Ismaili from a small town contributed 70 vans by itself. And don't forget the deedar location itself where volunteers worked day and nights for weeks in extremely cold and wet weather.

u/Lost-Parsnip-7693 — 22 hours ago
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Passu, Hunza - MHI wore the topi 😍

Some testimonies as received:

“Yes the didar in Passu was just amazing. Everything was in English except the Qasedas. One hour delay because of terrible weather in Gilgit this morning. Because it was in English it was the shortest speech ever.”

“Absolutely. The Firmans are the same everywhere but this trip they will be truncated because of language issues.”

“Sorry the location was other worldly. In a valley surrounded by mountains all around. And Hazar Imam came by helicopter. And best behaved 100,000 persons I have ever had the pleasure to spend a delightful few hours with.”

“The Deedar nearly got cancelled this morning because of torrential rain all night and into the early hours. The carpets were soaked but everyone adjusted. As usual there were a lot of ithna Ashariyyahs at the deedar. They have to register same as the Ismailis. Shah Karim use to greet them with Salaam Alakhum and address them with a couple of sentences. Shah Rahim just said he was extremely happy that the communities live in harmony. So much so that they volunteer to manage the traffic in some areas. And on returning from the deedar they stand on the road cheering every passing car shouting deedar mubarak. And any non ismaili shop is shuttered for the deedar between Karimabad and Passu.”

Key points from the Farman of His Highness at Passu:

• His Highness reminded the Jamat that he is their Imam, and matters relating to faith, guidance and direction will come through him and his institutions.

• He emphasized that although institutions may not always be perfect, the Jamat should respect them, remain connected with them, and work through them.

• His Highness repeatedly stressed the importance of unity within families, among brothers and sisters, extended families, and the wider community.

• He said that when families and communities remain united, they become stronger and happier — and the Imam will also be happy.

• His Highness gave special guidance to the youth, saying that the world is passing through challenging times and young people must come forward with confidence and responsibility.

• He advised the youth to think globally, understand the changing world, and prepare themselves for the future.

• He specifically emphasized the importance of learning and improving English, as it connects young people with the wider world.

• His Highness encouraged the youth to pursue education not merely for degrees, but to understand life, improve themselves, and better understand global realities.

• He reminded the Jamat that Allah’s guidance is always available, especially in moments of worry, difficulty or uncertainty.

• He encouraged everyone to seek strength and peace through prayer, remembrance of Allah, and faith.

• His Highness repeatedly underlined that unity, faith, education, respect for institutions, and service to one another are essential for the happiness and progress of the Jamat.

u/Lost-Parsnip-7693 — 1 day ago
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Testimony: Northern Pakistan

Ya Ali Madad
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Sharing this based on a conversation i had with a local:
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There is something deeply moving about what is happening in the northern areas of Pakistan at this moment.
My family is preparing for Deedar in the Passu region, where a Grand Darbar Mubarak is being held.
Jamat from many small villages are journeying together toward the nearby village where the Deedargah and Darbar Pandal have been lovingly prepared.

Families have already begun leaving a day earlier so they may arrive in time for this blessed occasion.
My mother shared that two or three families are being accommodated together in the homes of local Ismaili Jamati members. The travelling Jamat has been informed that the host Jamat will lovingly take care of food and accommodation, while requesting everyone to carry some perishable items and to *show special care and respect to elders and children*

The entire atmosphere from the preparations to the Deedargah itself, feels like a glimpse of Jannah (heaven) on earth.
Jamatkhanas have decorated beautiful entrance gates representing their Jamats, adorned with messages from Qasidas and Qur'anic ayas. Every heart seems to be beating with one emotion, one anticipation, one love.

Deedar Mubarak in the northern areas of Pakistan is not just a Deedar. It is unique in its own sense, not only for the Ismaili Jamat but also for many sister communities around them.
There is a happiness that spreads beyond boundaries. Volunteers step forward without hesitation, standing in rain and cold, picking up rocks one by one, clearing landslides and roads so murids can safely reach the Deedargah.

People from other communities who have benefited from the Imam's institutions also feel a sense of joy and pride because they too see happiness arriving in their region.

*There is something incredibly beautiful and humbling about the devotion of the northern Jamat. Their love carries the memory of hardships, struggles, sorrows and sacrifices of generations before them. Remembering their departed ruhani family members who are no longer present to witness this blessed Mubarak occasion, many shed tears as they await the arrival of Nur.
*Their concern is often not whether they will touch the Imam or wave at the Imam* *Their greatest desire is simply to preserve and carry their love and devotion deeply in their hearts* There is something in that sincerity from which all of us can learn.

I can only wish I were there physically, but my heart is at peace knowing that my mother will receive the Deedar Mubarak of the Imam of the Time. *She has been sending voice messages filled with emotion and deep sentiments and hearing them touches the heart in ways words cannot describe.

The northern Jamat flourished under Mawlana Shah Karim's Nurani chhatrchhaya, under His unconditional love, care and guidance. That is a blessing we can never forget for as long as we breathe. Yet the continuity of Imamat in Imam-e-Zaman remains an eternal mercy and a living grace. *His karam and nawazish upon us are beyond measure* * Even if we were given many lifetimes, perhaps even then we would never be able to fully express our shukrana.

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Padhramni Mulaqat
Deedar Darbar Mubarak
Our prayers are with you, always, Aamin ilahiAamin

Please stay healthy and connected Ya Ali Madad
21 May 2026
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u/Lost-Parsnip-7693 — 1 day ago
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Welcome to Islamabad Sign Posts for Shah Rahim Aga Khan

MHI arrived in Islamabad in the evening on May 20 2026

Mubaraki to Pakistan! 🇵🇰

u/Lost-Parsnip-7693 — 3 days ago
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Didar Reflections

"Ali has come from the progeny of the Imams and he is the same Lord that occupies the Throne (of Imamat) in the present age. Manifestation upon manifestation, the lineage (of Imams) has been established. How can he be anyone else?." Anant Akhado by Pir Hasan Kabirdin AS

"As for those who believe and do good, the Most Compassionate will 'certainly' bless them with
'genuine' love." Holy Qur'an (19:96)

"O Lord! I consider you as my mother and father, and I do not know anyone else. My life is in your hands, and it will remain wherever you put it." Anant Akhado by Pir Hasan Kabirdin AS

"O Lord! Save us because only you are the savior.
Nobody can save us except you. O Ali! Only you are." Täriye tu taranhar by Pir Sadardin AS
"The believer who is immersed in true deeds is merged with Light and becomes Light."
- Eji Apnu Ăp Pichhānore by Sayyid Imãm Shãh

"In this world, be worried about the soul." Munivar Bhai Chanchal Chit by Pir Sadardin AS

"When My servants ask you 'O Prophet' about Me: I am truly near. I respond to one's prayer when they call upon Me. So let them respond 'with obedience' to Me and believe in Me, perhaps they will be guided 'to the Right Way!" Holy Qur'an (2:186)

"When My servants ask you 'O Prophet' about Me: I am truly near. I respond to one's prayer when they call upon Me. So let them respond 'with obedience' to Me and believe in Me, perhaps they will be guided 'to the Right Way!" Holy Qur'an (2:186)

"My words are the words of my father, and the words of my father are the words of my grandfather, and the words of my grandfather are the words of my great grandfathers, Imam al-Hasan and Imam al-Husayn, and their words are the words of Imam Ali, and the words of Imam Ali are the words of Prophet Muhammad and (finally) the words of Prophet Muhammad are the words of God the Almighty, the Great."
- Imam Jafar al-Sadiq

"And thus We have revealed to you a Spirit from Our command. You did not know what is the Book or [what is] faith, but We have made it [the Spirit] a light by which We guide whom We will of Our servants. And indeed, [O Muhammad], you guide to a straight path."
Holy Qur'an (42:52)

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