Hadeeqat–ul-Mahdi, Alton, UK, 23 July 2026: As Jalsa Salana UK 2026 is set to start tomorrow, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih V (aa), visited the Jalsa Salana UK site to inspect arrangements and to address the volunteers working around the clock.
Huzoor (aa) visited the kitchens, including the roti plant, butchery, pot washing station and store, etc. Huzoor (aa) took a detailed look at how all these departments are operating and spoke to duty workers.
Huzoor (aa) then inspected a number of exhibitions, including Humanity First, The Review of Religions, True Islam UK, IAAAE, ITQA and the Ahmadiyya Archive & Research Centre and Al Hakam, which notably features a model of Qadian this year.
A little after 7 pm, as Huzoor (aa) arrived in the jalsa gah, he was greeted by volunteers who were raising slogans. Huzoor (aa) asked everyone to be seated and called for the session to commence with the recitation of verses 42-45 of Surah an-Nahl by Mahid Ahmad Sahib, followed by the translation read by Nasir Ahmad Owusu Sahib.
After this, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih V (aa) took to the podium to deliver a brief address to the volunteers. Huzoor (aa) remarked that by the grace of Allah, as the number of guests increases every year, the volunteers who set up the Jalsa are well-equipped to handle large gatherings.
Always remain polite and well-mannered
Huzoor (aa) recognised that most guests have always been happy and appreciative of how they had been hosted; he expressed hope that the volunteers will present themselves in the best manner for their duties as they have done in previous years.
Huzoor (aa) stated that giving duty is a burdensome task at times and can even lead to edginess, but our volunteers should always remain polite and maintain a smile. Even in departments like discipline that require solemnity, volunteers should always be well-mannered and direct guests with gentleness.
Emphasis on fire safety
He advised the volunteers that, as the weather is extremely dry and the grass is particularly susceptible to catching fire, they should exercise the utmost caution to prevent accidental fires. He noted that cooking at the bazaar could pose a fire risk if proper care is not taken. Therefore, no unnecessary risks should be taken and all volunteers must remain vigilant and observe all fire safety precautions.
Security must be taken seriously
These days, anti-Muslim sentiment is also high. Huzoor (aa) said that there is a great need to pay attention to securing the entire Jalsa site.
Huzoor (aa) prayed that Allah enables all the volunteers to discharge their duties in the best manner and led everyone in a silent prayer. He then visited the ladies’ side and spent a significant amount of time at the MTA International compound where he met many volunteers. This concluded the inspection.
(Summary prepared by Al Hakam)