The annual Ijtema held near Raiwind Markaz in Pakistan is one of the largest gatherings of Muslims globally, drawing over 2 million attendees from across Pakistan and other countries. Due to the massive attendance, the event is divided into four parts, with two sessions held each year and each lasting three days. On the final day of each session, a Special Prayer is offered. The Ijtema, open to all Muslim sects, emphasizes the unity of Ummah and a deep faith in Allah. Distinguished Muslim scholars from India, Pakistan, and other regions deliver insightful speeches. Special accommodations and translation services are provided for international attendees.The Annual Gathering, or Ijtema, is a significant event in many communities, especially within Muslim traditions, where people gather for a series of religious, spiritual, and educational activities. The Ijtema typically includes prayer, lectures, Quranic recitation, and discussions on various topics concerning faith, morality, and community values. These gatherings aim to foster unity, strengthen faith, and reinforce bonds within the community.
Often spanning several days, such events provide an opportunity for attendees to deepen their spiritual understanding, seek guidance from religious scholars, and participate in communal worship. Notable Ijtemas, like those held by the Tablighi Jamaat, attract thousands, even millions, of participants from across the globe and have significant religious and cultural importance.
