2025 - Annual 8th Shawwal Events
Numerous commemorative events are held globally to remember the destruction of Jannatul Baqee. Some are official "Al Baqee Organization events," while others are organized in collaboration or by passionate individuals. Below is a list of some of these events. Many more are taking place; please inquire with us for details on local events. These events aim to bring together scholars, activists, and community members to demand justice for Jannatul Baqee.
Washington DC, USA
The 2025 Annual Baqee Protest will take place on April 7th at 1:00 PM in front of the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington DC. The protest, which will begin at the embassy and conclude at the White House, will feature powerful speeches from prominent figures such as Sayyed Mehboob Mehdi Abedi Al Najafi, Sheikh Abdul Jalil Nawee, Sheikh Husam Al-Husainy, and Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi. The event will be emceed by Sr. Mariam Jafri, with Sr. Naseem Asif Ali also in attendance. This annual gathering, organized by the Al Baqee Organization, is a powerful demonstration of the global Muslim community’s resolve to demand the rebuilding of Jannatul Baqee, bringing the issue to the doorstep of international diplomacy.
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Karachi, Pakistan
April 4th, 2025: Protest and Majlis in Karachi, Pakistan: The movement kicks off in Karachi, Pakistan, with a powerful protest and Majlis-e-Aza at Imam Bargah Shuhda-e-Karbala in Incholi, Karachi. Scheduled for 7:30 PM, this event will feature prominent speakers, poets, sozkhwans and naohakhwans such as Janab Mir Takallum, Ustad ul Shoura Janab Gohar Jarchvi, Janab Mir Sajjad, Shair-e-Alay Imraan Janab Shoukat Raza Shoukat, Janab Mir Hasan Mir and many more.
Reach out to our team in Karachi to be part of it.
Hyderabad, India
April 6th, 2025: Protest in Hyderabad, India: Simultaneously, on April 6th at 10:00 AM, a protest will take place in Hyderabad, India, at
Dharna Chowk, Indira Park. Organized by the Al Baqee Organization Hyderabad Chapter, the protest will be held in solidarity with other global events, with arrangements for transportation from Maidan-e-Ghadeer, Darulshifa. This gathering underscores the growing momentum of the movement in India, as communities unite to demand justice for Jannatul Baqee.
Hyderabad, India
April 5th, 2025: Majlis-e-Aza in Hyderabad, India : On April 5th, the Al Baqee Organization Hyderabad Chapter will host a Majlis-e-Aza at Alawa-e-Saqtauq Mubarak in Darulshifa, Hyderabad. Starting at 8:00 PM, the event will feature a lecture by Hujjatul Islam Mumtaz ul Ulema Moulana Saif Abbas Naqvi, President of the Shia Markazi Chand Committee and Managing Director of Hauza Ilmiya Abutalib (as). The Majlis will serve as a solemn reminder of the destruction of Jannatul Baqee and the ongoing struggle to rebuild it, fostering a sense of unity among attendees in Hyderabad.
Dewa Sharif, India
April 6th, 2025: Conference in Dewa Sharif, Uttar Pradesh, India: Also on April 6th, the Sufi Islamic Board and Al Baqee Organization will jointly host the Inhedaam e Jannatul Baqee Conference in Dewa Sharif, Uttar Pradesh, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Held near the Dargah of Hazrat Haji Waris Ali Shah (ra), the conference will feature distinguished guests, including Maulana Syed Kalbe Jawad Naqvi, AGA Ruhullah Mehdi (Member of Parliament from Srinagar), and Syed Fazle Moin Chishty (Ameer-e-Hind, Sufi Islamic Board). Other notable attendees include Sh. Mansoor Khan (National President of Sufi Islamic Board), Allama Dr. Shabber Ali Warsi, and Dr. Sufi Raj (Founder of Jan Darshan Khawaja). The event will also see the participation of political figures such as Arvind Singh Gope (Ex-Minister of UP) and Tanuji Punia (Member of Parliament, Barabanki), alongside scholars like Dr. Abbas Raza Nayyar Jalalpuri and Janab Ali Abbas Naqvi. This conference aims to amplify the call for rebuilding Jannatul Baqee, bringing together a diverse group of leaders to discuss the importance of preserving Islamic heritage.
Baghdad, Iraq
April 7th, 2025: Protest in Baghdad, Iraq: On the 7th of April, the Al Baqee Organization will hold a protest in front of the Saudi Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, on the 8th of Shawwal. This event will further amplify the global call to rebuild Jannatul Baqee, with the organization encouraging Momineen interested in joining to contact them at contact@baqee.org. The protest in Baghdad symbolizes the deep connection that the Iraqi Muslim community feels with Jannatul Baqee, as they join the worldwide movement to restore this sacred site.
Mumbai, India
April 6th, 2025: Protest in Mumbai, India: On the same day, Mumbai will witness another significant protest starting at Mahfil e Masoomeen Suhana Compound to Mittal Ground, Qabristan. Starting at 3:00 PM, the event, titled "Bainul Mazahib Tareekhsaaz Ehtejaj," will be led by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Mohammad Aslam Rizvi, Chief of the Shia Olama Board, Maharashtra. This event will be participation of more than 100 local scholars, along with senior scholars from across India. This protest will highlight the interfaith solidarity in the movement, as people from various backgrounds come together to condemn the destruction of Jannatul Baqee.
Najaf, Iraq
April 6th, 2025: Majlis at the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali (as): Continuing the tradition established in previous years, where the Al Baqee Organization had the privilege of hosting majalis at the revered Holy Shrines of Abu al-Fadl Abbas (as) and Imam Hussain (as), with the esteemed reciter Mulla Basim Karbalaei, we are pleased to announce that this year's annual majlis will take place at the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali (as). It is with great honor that we welcome the world-renowned reciter Mulla Ammar Al Kenani.
The majlis will begin right after Maghrib prayers, and will be held in the sacred courtyard of the Holy Shrine. We invite all to join us.
Lucknow, India
April 24th, 2025: Majlis in Lucknow, India: On April 24th, the Al Baqee Organization (Lucknow) will host a Majlis-e-Aza at the Dargah Hazrat Abbas (as) in Rustam Nagar - Lucknow, beginning at 7:30 PM. This important gathering will feature Hujjatul Islam Moulana Kalbe Jawad Naqvi, who will recite the majlis. The Majlis will serve as a solemn occasion to reflect on the tragic destruction of Jannatul Baqee and highlight the ongoing efforts to restore it. It will also provide an opportunity to strengthen the unity and collective spirit among attendees. The event will also include Shayar e Ahlebaith Nazeer Baqri Sahab, who will be the Master of Ceremonies for the evening.
Machilipatnam, India:
April 6th, 2025: Majlis-e-Aza in Machilipatnam, India: On April 6th, the Al Baqee Organization will organize a Majlis-e-Aza at Naqla Mubarak Astana in Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh, commencing at 7:30 PM. This sacred gathering in this old Ashoorkhaana will feature recitation by Moulana Syed Mohammed Hilal Naqvi,. Following the majlis, a solemn candlelight march will take place to symbolize a collective expression of grief and remembrance of the destruction of Jannatul Baqee.
The series of events organized by the Al Baqee Organization from April 4th to April 7th, 2025, reflects the growing global momentum to rebuild Jannatul Baqee. From the streets of Karachi to the embassies in Washington DC and Baghdad, the movement has transcended borders, uniting Muslims and advocates of cultural preservation in a shared mission. The protests, majalis, and conferences serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of Jannatul Baqee as a cornerstone of Islamic heritage and a symbol of the Prophet’s (sawws) legacy.
The Al Baqee Organization continues to lead this noble cause, urging communities worldwide to join the movement and demand the restoration of Jannatul Baqee. As stated on Baqee.org, the organization’s mission is not only to rebuild the cemetery but also to ensure that the memory of the Prophet’s (sawws) family is honored and preserved for future generations. With voices rising from all sides—scholars, activists, political leaders, and ordinary citizens—the call to Rebuild Jannatul Baqee has never been louder.