Jogwad Brothers' Gathering in the UK – A Heart-Warming Reunion After 20 Years

By Aezaz Desai (India)

Assalamu Alaikum everyone!

I am writing this post with a heart overflowing with joy, pride, and emotion. Even though I was sitting far away in India, my heart was present in Leicester that day. When I heard that our Jogwad-walas in the UK were gathering after more than 20 years, I felt excitement I cannot fully describe. Seeing our people reconnect, smile, embrace, and pray together — this is the real meaning of "Jogwad Family."

To ensure every detail was correctly shared, I personally requested Mol. Rizwan Iqbal Patel (UK) to send me the full report. This article contains everything he shared with me and everything shown in the official event poster.

Event Details Recap

• Event: Jogwad Brothers' Gathering
• Date: Sunday, 16 November 2025
• Time: 12:00 PM (Meet & Greet 12:30 PM, Nasiha 1:00 PM)
• Location: Mayflower Methodist Church, Ethel Road, Leicester, LE5 5ND

A Historic Gathering – After Two Decades

Alhamdulillah, more than 150 brothers connected to Jogwad came together on a cold winter afternoon in Leicester. This was the first large Jogwad gathering in the UK in more than 20 years, and it truly felt like history being made. From senior elders to young children, people traveled from various cities — London, Blackburn, Batley, Leicester, and beyond — all for one purpose: to rekindle the brotherhood of Jogwad for the sake of Allah (SWT).

Programme Highlights

The Grand Feast (Lunch)

After the programme, guests enjoyed a delicious, traditional meal prepared by Maulana Iqbal Patel (Owner of Moghul Express, Leicester).

Menu

Mash'Allah, many young guests diligently and selflessly served the food; may Allah (SWT) accept their khidmah (service).

Post-Lunch Networking

After lunch, the gathering enjoyed a tempting spread of sweets, savories, and homemade delicacies kindly prepared by our sisters and mothers. Guests enjoyed these treats with hot masala tea and falooda while sharing stories and memories.

Prayers & Joyous Conclusion

The attendees performed Asr Salah, continued to mingle and network, and later performed Maghrib Salah led by Qari Khalil. The guests left the venue around 5:00 PM, feeling joyous and reconnected with Jogwad. Alhamdulillah.

Feedback & Thanks

Feedback from the guests was overwhelmingly positive and encouraging. Many said the event was amazing and it was great to see so many faces. Attendees praised the food and suggested the next gathering should include families with arrangements for children. The gathering would not have been possible without the attention and duas from all those connected with Jogwad.

Acknowledgements

This gathering was a success because of the dedication and duas of countless people, including:

• Maulana Iqbal Patel — for tireless efforts and preparing the entire meal
• Hafiz Abdul Aziz Mulla (London) — Mobile: 07886 607883
• Hafiz Rizwan Patel (Leicester) — Mobile: 07832 930002
• Molvi Yunus Desai (Blackburn) — Mobile: 07846 120363
• Ismail Patel (Batley) — Mobile: 07966 003793
• Imtiyaz Memon
• And the support and positivity of many others who made the gathering a success, Alhamdulillah.

May Allah reward them all abundantly. Ameen.

Special Thanks for Media

Special thanks to the brothers who shared photos and videos so that I could witness the event from India:

• Hafiz Salman Patel
• Hafiz Ridwan Mulla
• Hafiz Soyeb Patel

Final Dua

We ask Allah (SWT) to accept this gathering, strengthen unity and love among all Jogwad-walas, forgive any shortcomings, and make this brotherhood last for generations. Ameen.

— Aezaz Desai
Jogwad, India