Introduced by MALIK MERCHANT

The 50th Hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan — respectfully addressed as Mawlana Hazar Imam (our Lord, the present Imam) by the Ismailis — made history as he, in his capacity as the new Imam of the worldwide community, met his followers for the first time during his historic visit to France from July 10-13, 2025. The Ismailis refer to this encounter or sight of the Imam as Didar. These are rare and epic moments in the life of every Ismaili, and the visit to France and his visits to Ismailis worldwide in the coming year will be remembered as a significant milestone in Ismaili history.

PLEASE CLICK: Didar of the Imam-of-the-Time: Life’s ultimate purpose

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As Mawlana Shah Rahim Hazar Imam embarks on visits to Kenya (August 25-27) and Uganda (September 10-12), our sister website, Barakah, presents a special post on the meaning and significance of Didar, including a historical excerpt from the 32nd Ismaili Imam Mustansir bi’llah. Please click: Didar of the Imam-of-the-Time: Life’s ultimate purpose by the 32nd Ismaili Imam, Mawlana Mustansir bi’llah.

Date posted: August 16, 2025.

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