Hindus and Muslims stand shoulder to shoulder, serving vegetable biryani and ‘Mohabbat Chai’ — sending a powerful message of peace, love, and India’s shared Ganga-Jamuni heritage
NUH – The three-day grand Tablighi Jamaat Jalsa (religious gathering) that began in Nuh district on Saturday has turned into a remarkable demonstration of Hindu-Muslim unity and communal harmony. At a time when divisive voices seek to create rifts, this gathering has emerged as a strong message of peace, love, and India’s centuries-old Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb — the cultural confluence of Hindus and Muslims.
Spread between Tirwada and Nai villages in the Punhana subdivision of Nuh in Haryana, the gathering has drawn half a million people from across the country and abroad. From the opening day, the atmosphere has been filled with devotion, mutual respect, and compassion. Members of both faiths have worked side by side to ensure the smooth running of the event — from logistics to food stalls.
One of the most heartwarming sights at the event has been the Hindu brothers serving vegetarian biryani and ‘Mohabbat Chai’ — a refreshing milk-based drink that has become a symbol of love and togetherness. The initiative has captured the hearts of thousands attending the event.
“We wanted to show that humanity is greater than hatred,” said Ramesh Kumar, a local Hindu resident who helped set up one of the food stalls. “Our Muslim brothers invited us with respect, and we responded with love. This is the real India — not the one shown by hate-mongers.”
Visitors described the experience as both spiritual and emotional. “In times when people try to divide us in the name of religion, this gathering is showing us what unity truly means,” said Amanullah Khan, a visitor from Uttar Pradesh.
The organisers of the Jalsa have ensured all necessary arrangements — from parking, toilets, food, and medical services to route management and ablution facilities — to make the event smooth and safe. The gathering has not only been about faith and prayer but also about reaffirming social unity and brotherhood.
“This Jalsa is not just a religious event,” said Maulana Abdul Rasheed, a senior organiser. “It is a message to the entire country that peace, tolerance, and mutual respect are the foundation of our society.”
The highlight of the event will be the participation of Maulana Hazrat Saad, head of the Tablighi Jamaat, who is expected to address the gathering and lead special prayers for peace and harmony across the nation and the world.
The Jalsa’s message comes at a sensitive time when right-wing groups have been protesting against Muslims during major Hindu festivals like Diwali and Rakhi. While some attempt to fuel communal tensions, the people of Nuh have responded with an entirely different message — one of love and inclusion.
“This event has shown a mirror to those spreading hate,” said Zakir Hussain, former MLA of Nuh. “I congratulate all the 36 communities of Mewat for standing together. Mewat has always been known for its unity and its respect for all religions.”
He added, “India’s strength lies in its Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb. When Hindus and Muslims come together, no one can divide us.”
Historically, Mewat has been home to deep inter-community bonds, where Hindus and Muslims have shared both festivals and grief. From celebrating Holi and Eid together to standing by each other in difficult times, the district’s people have upheld the true spirit of coexistence.
“This Jalsa is part of that heritage,” said Shaukat Ali, a teacher from Nuh. “We have lived together for generations. No outsider can teach us hatred.”
The organisers also announced that part of the donations collected during the Jalsa will go toward educational and welfare programmes in the region, benefitting children from both Hindu and Muslim families.
As the Jalsa continues, people from across India — from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi — have joined hands in a collective prayer for peace and compassion.
“Religion should connect hearts, not divide them,” said Sandeep Sharma, a volunteer who helped manage parking arrangements. “This event shows that when love and faith meet, hatred has no place.”
The unity witnessed in Nuh is a powerful reminder that ordinary Indians still believe in togetherness, even when political and social forces try to push them apart.
The Tablighi Jalsa in Nuh has done more than bring lakhs of people together for prayer — it has revived the soul of India’s pluralism. Amid noise and negativity, this peaceful gathering has sent out a clear and courageous message: unity will always defeat hate.
As the fragrance of vegetable biryani and Mohabbat Chai spreads across the fields of Nuh, so too does the spirit of love, faith, and brotherhood that defines the heart of India.
