On Sunday 4 July 2021 Khuddamul Ahmadiyya UK organised the first in-person event after lockdown as a charity fundraiser. The Mercy4Mankind event took place on the school fields of Waverly Abbey Primary School adjacent to Islamabad.
A total of 14 sporting competitions were organised as part of the day from a slow bike race to tug-of-war with Khuddam participating in them throughout the day. This was the first in-person event of this size since the beginning of the pandemic and saw a registered attendance of 268.
A live stream for viewers at home was organised from Aiwan-e-Mahmood with reporting live from the field also taking place—walking the viewers through the various competitions on offer.
A total of £23,000 was raised under the Mercy4Mankind Charity Challenge which was setup in Khuddamul Ahmadiyya with M4M celebrating the teachings of love and mercy presented by the Holy Prophet Muhammadsa.
By far the highlight of the day was when Hazrat Khalifatul-Masih Vaba graced the occasion with 3 exhibition competitions taking place before Huzooraba. This was the first time most Khuddam had seen Huzoor in person since the lockdown began and many were overjoyed at the opportunity. The finals of the Bike Race, Slow Bike Race and Tug-of-War took place before Huzooraba, as well as an exhibition match between National Amla and Regional Qaideen. Huzooraba remained with Khuddam until the end of the competitions and led everyone into silent prayer.
The pandemic has been difficult for many, this event was described by many as a much needed gathering to re-kindle the Khuddam spirit of brotherhood. Of course, seeing Huzooraba brought a whole new feeling to the event.
