Paris France didar July 2025

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Mubarakis to the France Jamat on this wonderful news

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28 May 2025
The President and Members
His Highness Prince Aga Khan Shia Imami Ismaili Council for France
Paris

My dear President and Members,

Since the time of the occasion of my Takht-Nishini in February, I have been working with the leaders of my Jamat to develop a plan for a cycle of inaugural visits to my Jamats around the world. It is my desire and intention to travel extensively and have opportunities to meet with as many of my Jamats as possible in person.

I am happy to announce today my first Jamati visit as your 50th Imam will be to France in July. I was delighted to have received an invitation from the President of the French Republic to undertake an official visit. In conjunction with that visit, I will meet with my Jamat under the jurisdiction of the Council for France.

I continue to work with my leaders to develop a forward schedule for further Jamati visits. These will be scheduled taking into consideration national circumstances, the situation of individual Jamats and my other commitments and activities. These visits are a priority for me, and I will announce future visits as soon as they are confirmed.

As I would like to be able to focus my attention on the Jamat in each jurisdiction, I do not wish my spiritual children from other countries to travel to France during my visit there. I hope my Jamat will maintain discipline and restraint in this matter, so that my visit to France can be undertaken in an organised manner. It is my intention to apply the same principle to future visits to other countries.

I send my warmest and most affectionate loving blessings to all my beloved spiritual children of my France, Belgium, Switzerland and Ivory Coast Jamat. You are constantly in my heart, in my thoughts and in my prayers.

Yours affectionately,

Aga Khan

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News received from Paris on 2025-06-14:

Dear TF members,We are very pleased to confirm that the meeting of Mawlana Hazar Imam with his Jamat of the Jurisdiction of France will be held over two days, on Saturday, July 12th in the afternoon and Sunday, July 13th in the morning. Mubaraki.We are also very pleased to confirm that on this occasion, Mawlana Hazar Imam has graciously agreed to grant Mulaqat to the youth of the jurisdiction of France aged 15 to 25. The communication was read this evening in the various centers, inviting the young people concerned to register online. The composition of the groups is being finalized and will be shared with us soon. Mubaraki 

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https://the.ismaili/fr/fr/news/programm ... 13-juillet

Programme des 12 et 13 juillet
France

Programme de visite Jamati en France

À l’occasion de sa visite officielle en France, Mawlana Hazar Imam a gracieusement accepté de consacrer les 12 et 13 juillet à la rencontre du Jamat de la juridiction. Le format proposé, qui offre un cadre plus intime, permettra à chaque membre du Jamat de profiter pleinement de ce moment unique, rare et précieux.

Afin de faciliter l’organisation et d’assurer des conditions optimales pour tous, les membres du Jamat de la juridiction seront répartis en deux groupes sur les 2 jours, selon leur centre de rattachement, comme indiqué ci-dessous :

Samedi 12 juillet après-midi : Antony, Argenteuil, Chantilly-Gouvieux, Grenoble, Montpellier, Nantes, Nice, Paris, Pau, Rosny, Tarbes
Dimanche 13 juillet matin : Côte d'Ivoire, Belgique, Suisse, Luxembourg, Lyon, Toulouse, membres isolés sans Jamatkhana de rattachement

Les horaires précis d’ouverture et de fermeture des portes, les instructions logistiques et le déroulé complet des cérémonies seront communiqués très prochainement.

Mulaqat dédié aux jeunes de 15 à 25 ans

Mawlana Hazar Imam accordera également un Mulaqat spécial dédié aux jeunes membres du Jamat âgés de 15 à 25 ans, en plus du moment collectif. Ce moment privilégié de rencontre et d’inspiration spirituelle leur est entièrement consacré, et se tiendra selon l’organisation suivante :

Samedi 12 juillet après-midi : Côte d'Ivoire, Belgique, Suisse, Luxembourg, Lyon, Toulouse, membres sans Jamatkhana de rattachement
Dimanche 13 juillet matin : Antony, Argenteuil, Chantilly-Gouvieux, Grenoble, Montpellier, Nantes, Nice, Paris, Pau, Rosny, Tarbes

Les horaires précis d’ouverture et de fermeture des portes, les instructions logistiques et le déroulé complet des cérémonies seront communiqués très prochainement.

Célébrations

Enfin, pour marquer cet événement exceptionnel qui restera pour toujours gravé dans l’histoire de notre juridiction, tout le Jamat (y compris les visiteurs hors de la juridiction) est convié à une célébration festive au hall 1 Paris Expo Versailles le dimanche 13 juillet après-midi.

Un déjeuner sera servi suivi d’un après-midi festif, mettant à l’honneur la richesse de nos traditions. Le programme inclura des performances culturelles, de la musique, de la danse, des expressions artistiques variées et des moments d’engagement communautaire – une occasion unique de célébrer ensemble notre unité dans la diversité.

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Forwarding as received.....

Next Friday, July 11th, 2025, our beloved Hazar Imam Shah Rahim is giving deedar to the Paris Jk.

Jk ceremonies on July 11 Friday will be a bit longer than normal as they will be showing the recorded Deedar ceremomy.

There will recorded Deedar ceremomy presentation on screen next Friday on the arrival of Shah Rahim in Paris, plan for an extra 1 hr and 30 mins for JK.

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Dear All,

A video message from the President of the Aga Khan Ismaili Council for France, shared ahead of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s forthcoming Didar with the Jamat in France this month.

Watch here:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKYsIEiz ... lxZ2duMQ==

In this heartfelt address—delivered in French with English subtitles—he speaks directly to the Jamat as “dear brothers and sisters,” and emphasizes that:
• This is a moment of joy, unity, and profound spiritual significance.
• The Didar is not just a physical event; it is a spiritual and inner transformation.
• It is a time to reaffirm our oath of allegiance (bay‘ah) to the Imam with clean and open hearts.
• We must prepare ourselves spiritually so that we are ready to receive the Nur (Light) of the Imam.
• By the grace of Mawlana Hazar Imam, we will be blessed with this Light during Didar.

His message affirms clearly that the Imam is the bearer of Divine Light, and that Didar is not a concept or symbolic act—it is a living spiritual reality for every murid.

As we prepare for this historic and sacred occasion, may we open our hearts fully to reflect, pray, and receive the blessings and grace of the Nur of the Imam-of-the-Time.

With prayers and warm wishes,

Links

Video President of Council

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKYsIEiz ... lxZ2duMQ==

Announcement by The Ismaili on social media

https://x.com/chaturmahebub/status/1941 ... hqfO552USg

Didar is not symbolic or a concept it is a living reality for Ismaili Muslims

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Bayah Allegiance - meaning significance
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Forwarding as received.....

Next Friday, July 11th, 2025, our beloved Hazar Imam Shah Rahim is giving deedar to the Paris Jk.

Jk ceremonies on July 11 Friday will be a bit longer than normal as they will be showing the recorded Deedar ceremomy.

There will recorded Deedar ceremomy presentation on screen next Friday on the arrival of Shah Rahim in Paris, plan for an extra 1 hr and 30 mins for JK.

I thought didar was on the 12 and the 13th

[kmaherali]

I thought didar was on the 12 and the 13th

I think it is about the arrival of Hazar Imam in Paris.

[kmaherali]

Aaj Badhe Aanand Re | The Ismaili Sounds

The Ismaili is pleased to present a new rendition of “Aaj Badhe Aanand Re,” a classic and popular geet expressing joy and anticipation for the didar of the Imam.

This version has been rewritten with verses in French, Arabic, Farsi, and English—and features performers and celebrations in France, Switzerland, Belgium, and Côte d’Ivoire.

The Ismaili est heureux de présenter une nouvelle interprétation de « Aaj Badhe Aanand Re », un geet classique et populaire exprimant la joie et l'attente du didar de l'Imam.

Cette version a été réécrite avec des vers en français, arabe, farsi et anglais, et présente des artistes et des célébrations en France, en Suisse, en Belgique et en Côte d'Ivoire.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m_n7AWnS4Y

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Welcome to a special edition of The Ismaili Update as the Jamat celebrates Mawlana Hazar Imam's arrival to France. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how the France Jurisdiction has been preparing for this historic visit.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HPc4cFFlVM

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2025, July 10: Mowlana Shah Rahim Aga Khan V has arrived today in Paris. He will meet with the president of France. Working lunch on Sunday 13 July at 1pm at the Elisee Palace and at 7 pm, evening meeting at the Hotel de Brienne with foreign affairs.


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Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in Paris, France, this evening for his first official visit to the Jamat since becoming our 50 th Imam.

At the invitation of the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, Mawlana Hazar Imam was received by Jean-Christophe Peaucelle, official representative of the French government to the Ismaili Imamat. Shamir Samdjee, the representative of the Ismaili Imamat in France, and Aiaze Mitha, President of the Ismaili Council for France, were also present. Hazar Imam was accompanied by his sons, Prince Irfan and Prince Sinan.

A delegation of Jamati leaders welcomed Hazar Imam on behalf of the Jamats of France, Switzerland, Belgium, and Côte d’Ivoire.

During his visit, Hazar Imam will meet President Emmanuel Macron and senior officials of the French government, and will offer a Didar to the Jamat under French jurisdiction.

The Ismaili Council will continue to keep the Jamat informed throughout the visit.

The National Council, the Mukhis-Kamadias, Mukhianis-Kamadianis, and all the Institutions of France extend their warm Mubarak to the Jamat.

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Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in Paris, France, this evening, for his first official visit to meet the Jamat since becoming our 50th Imam. At the invitation of His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, Mawlana Hazar Imam was received by Jean-Christophe Peaucelle, the French government's official representative to the Ismaili Imamat. Shamir Samdjee, the Ismaili Imamat's representative to France, and Aiaze Mitha, President of the Ismaili Council for France were also present. Hazar Imam was accompanied by his sons Prince Irfan and Prince Sinan. A delegation of Jamati leaders welcomed Hazar Imam on behalf of the Jamats from France, Switzerland, Belgium, and Côte d'Ivoire. During his visit, Hazar Imam will meet with President Emmanuel Macron and senior officials of the French government, and will grace the France jurisdiction Jamat with didar.

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Dearest Family,

With immense joy and gratitude, I wanted to share some truly wonderful news as we prepare our hearts for Hazar Imam’s visit to Paris.

The Belgium Jamati youth, aged 15–25, have been specially blessed with a unique mulaqat with Hazar Imam on Saturday, July 12th, following the France Jamat’s Deedar earlier that day.
The Belgium Jamat will have their Deedar on Sunday, July 13th, and afterward, the France Jamati Youth will have their mulaqat. How blessed we are to witness such spiritual abundance across our regions!

And the blessings continue…
After the youth mulaqat on Sunday, Hazar Imam will also graciously meet with the non-Ismaili spouses and partners~—~a gesture that reflects His deep love and inclusive spirit.

And there is even more to be grateful for. As part of the leadership—Shabnam with the Council and myself with NCAB—we have just received the extraordinary news that all leadership members will be granted a private meeting with Hazar Imam, followed by a lunch in His presence.
When I heard this, I genuinely got goosebumps. What an incredible blessing, one that fills the heart with awe and deep shukrana.

I simply had to share this with all of you. Let us hold each other in prayer and gratitude during this historic and spiritually rich time.

Mubaraki to everyone!

With love,

[kmaherali]

2025, July 11: Mawlana Hazar Imam meets French President Emmanuel Macron


President Emmanuel Macron awaits Mawlana Hazar Imam at the Élysée Palace, the official residence of the French President.Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim


A guard of honour greets Mawlana Hazar Imam as he arrives at the Élysée Palace, the official residence of the French President.Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim




Mawlana Hazar Imam in conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron.Photo: AKDN / Frédéric Bukajlo


Mawlana Hazar Imam in conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron.Photo: AKDN / Frédéric Bukajlo


Mawlana Hazar Imam and French President Emmanuel Macron sign an agreement between the French Republic and the Ismaili Imamat.Photo: AKDN / Frédéric Bukajlo


Mawlana Hazar Imam and French President Emmanuel Macron following the signing of an agreement between the French Republic and the Ismaili Imamat.Photo: AKDN / Frédéric Bukajlo


L to R: Michael Kocher, General Manager of AKF; Shamir Samdjee, the Ismaili Imamat’s representative to France; Thani Mohamed Soilihi, Minister of State; and Rémy Rioux, CEO of AFD sign an agreement as Hazar Imam and Emmanuel Macron look on.Photo: AKDN / Frédéric Bukajlo

Mawlana Hazar Imam was received at the Élysée Palace by President Macron for a luncheon today to begin his official visit to France. He was accompanied by Prince Irfan, Prince Sinan, Prince Amyn, Prince Hussain, and Prince Aly Muhammad, along with leaders of the Jamat and AKDN.

Three agreements were signed at the Élysée:

Agreement between the French Republic and the Ismaili Imamat. The agreement reinforces a long-standing and deep relationship. It spans the domains of development investment, humanitarian support, health care, education, higher education and research, culture and the arts, agriculture development, food security, infrastructure, environmental protection and the fight against climate change, and social cohesion. It also facilitates dialogue and cooperation in matters of international relations, with the aim of fostering peace and stability, reinforcing a respect for pluralism, developing a strong and effective civil society, and promoting interfaith dialogue. The agreement recognises the presence of the Ismaili Imamat in France, including through official representation between the two parties and a joint coordinating committee.

Declaration of Intention to Cooperate in Syria. France and the Ismaili Imamat signed a declaration confirming their intention to cooperate for the successful and peaceful transition in Syria, protection of human dignity, rebuilding resilience and resettling displaced people. Cooperation will include responses to the urgent need for humanitarian assistance, and investments in the foundation for the sustainable, long-term development of the country, including rebuilding the economy through agricultural support and entrepreneurship; reinforcing the healthcare system; and providing cultural support to create employment and catalyse economic growth.

Declaration of Intention to Cooperate in the Indian Ocean Region. France and the Ismaili Imamat signed a declaration of their intention to cooperate on the regeneration of coastal zones and marine ecosystems in the Indian Ocean region. Notably, this initiative will include support for the reconstruction and sustainable development of Mayotte. The partnership will encompass four key priorities: protection and restoration of coastal ecosystems, in particular mangroves; the promotion of nature-based solutions to respond to the climate crisis; the development of opportunities in the blue and green economies; and the reduction of pressure on coastal and marine zones by improved access to drinking water, energy, waste management and improved agricultural practices. The agreement envisages the joint mobilisation of Euro 100 million to support action in Mayotte, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique and Tanzania.

This visit reinforces a longstanding relationship, spanning decades and across multiple areas of endeavour. For more than three decades, AKDN and the Agence Française de Développement have cooperated in areas of mutual concern, involving more than 60 projects in Africa, South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East. AKDN is a founding member of the Paris Peace Forum.

Hazar Imam’s family has enjoyed close relations with France going back over 75 years. Mawlana Shah Karim was well-known and respected for his contributions to France in culture, tourism, diplomacy, and thoroughbred racing, amongst other areas.

Members of the Ismaili community have lived in France for more than six decades and contribute actively to the strength and prosperity of the country. On 12 and 13 July, Hazar Imam will grace the Jamat of France, Switzerland, Belgium and Côte d'Ivoire with didar.

https://the.ismaili/ca/en/news/mawlana- ... uel-macron

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Today is the first full day of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s visit to France! Hazar Imam and members of his family were received at Palais de l'Élysée by Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic. See all the highlights in Part 2 of this special edition of The Ismaili Update.

Video: https://ismaili.us13.list-manage.com/tr ... 802765515c

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2025, July 11: - Mawlana Hazar Imam AGA KHAN V was received at the Élysée Palace by President Macron for a luncheon today to begin his official visit to France. He was accompanied by Prince Irfan, Prince Sinan, Prince Amyn, Prince Hussain, and Prince Aly Muhammad, along with leaders of the Jamat and AKDN.

VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2025/2025-07-11-macron.mp4

VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2025/2025- ... acron2.mp4

Three agreements were signed at the Élysée Palace:
1. Agreement between the French Republic and the Ismaili Imamat
2. Declaration of Intention to Cooperate in Syria
3. Declaration of Intention to Cooperate in the Indian Ocean Region

This visit reinforces a longstanding relationship, spanning decades and across multiple areas of endeavour. For more than three decades, AKDN and the Agence Française de Développement have cooperated in areas of mutual concern, involving more than 60 projects in Africa, South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East. AKDN is a founding member of the Paris Peace Forum.

Hazar Imam’s family has enjoyed close relations with France going back over 75 years. Mawlana Shah Karim was well-known and respected for his contributions to France in culture, tourism, diplomacy, and thoroughbred racing, amongst other areas. Members of the Ismaili community have lived in France for more than six decades and contribute actively to the strength and prosperity of the country. On 12 and 13 July, Hazar Imam will grace the Jamat of France, Switzerland, Belgium and Côte d'Ivoire with didar.

https://the.ismaili/news/mawlana-hazar- ... uel-macron

En Français:
Mawlana Hazar Imam a été reçu aujourd’hui au Palais de l’Élysée par le Président Emmanuel Macron pour un déjeuner marquant le début de sa visite officielle en France. Il était accompagné du Prince Irfan, du Prince Sinan, du Prince Amyn, du Prince Hussain et du Prince Aly Muhammad, ainsi que des leaders du Jamat et de l’AKDN.

Trois accords ont été signés à l’Élysée :
1. Accord entre la République française et l’Ismaili Imamat.
2. Déclaration d’intention de coopérer en Syrie
3. Déclaration d’intention de coopération dans la région de l’océan Indien

Cette visite renforce une relation de longue date, établie depuis plusieurs décennies et couvrant de nombreux domaines d’activité. Depuis plus de trente ans, l’AKDN et l’Agence Française de Développement coopèrent dans des domaines d’intérêt commun, à travers plus de 60 projets en Afrique, en Asie du Sud, en Asie centrale et au Moyen-Orient. L’AKDN est membre fondateur du Forum de Paris sur la Paix.

La famille de Hazar Imam entretient des liens étroits avec la France depuis plus de 75 ans. Mawlana Shah Karim était reconnu et respecté pour ses contributions à la France dans les domaines de la culture, du tourisme, de la diplomatie et des courses hippiques, entre autres. Des membres de la communauté Ismaili vivent en France depuis plus de soixante ans et contribuent activement à la force et à la prospérité du pays. Les 12 et 13 juillet, Hazar Imam accordera son didar au Jamat de France, de Suisse, de Belgique et de Côte d’Ivoire.

Photo credits (1-3): AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Photo credits (4-8): AKDN / Frédéric Bukajlo