A Mother’s Prayer Beneath the Night of Power
In the heart of Muzaffarabad, the moonlight dances gently across the rooftops. Inside a modest one-room home, Nafeesa, a widowed mother of four, sits by a flickering lantern. Her children are asleep, and her prayer mat is soaked with silent tears.
It is Laylatul Qadr — the Night of Power — and her voice trembles as she whispers,
“Ya Allah, forgive me, forgive my children, and grant us ease this Ramadan.”
The cupboards are nearly empty, yet her heart is full of hope. She remembers last year’s Ramadan when a food pack from the Kashmir Welfare Foundation, sent by a family in Manchester, arrived at her door just before Eid. It carried rice, flour, oil, dates, and something priceless — relief.
“It wasn’t just food,” Nafeesa says softly. “It was proof that Allah never forgets those who trust in Him.”
Tonight, she prays again — for forgiveness, for provision, and for the unseen angels who carry mercy to the hearts of the believers. Across Azad Kashmir, thousands of mothers whisper the same prayer, waiting for Allah’s light to reach them on this sacred night.
What Is Laylatul Qadr?
Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power, is one of the most sacred nights in Islam. It marks the night when the Holy Qur’an was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). Allah (SWT) describes it in Surah Al-Qadr:
“The Night of Power is better than a thousand months.” (Qur’an 97:3)
It is a night that surpasses 83 years of worship in reward. On this night, angels descend, divine decrees are established, and every sincere act is multiplied beyond imagination.
The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
“Search for the Night of Qadr in the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan.” (Bukhari)
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When Is Laylatul Qadr 2026?
The exact date of Laylatul Qadr is hidden by divine wisdom, encouraging believers to seek it in the odd nights of the last ten nights of Ramadan — the 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, or 29th.
Based on the lunar calendar, the 27th night of Ramadan 2026 is expected to fall on Monday 16th March 2026, though its true timing may be any of these blessed nights.
In every corner of the Muslim world, mosques fill with worshippers, Qur’an recitations echo softly, and hearts tremble with hope of being forgiven.
The Rewards of Laylatul Qadr
The mercy of this night cannot be measured. Worship performed on Laylatul Qadr equals more than 1,000 months — a lifetime of devotion condensed into a single night.
Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) said:
“Whoever prays on Laylatul Qadr out of faith and hope in reward, his past sins will be forgiven.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
It is a chance to rewrite your destiny — to have your sins erased, your du’as accepted, and your heart renewed.
Signs of Laylatul Qadr
The Prophet (ﷺ) and his companions described the night as:
- Peaceful and serene, free from chaos and noise.
- Cool and radiant, the moon glowing softly.
- Followed by a sunrise that appears gentle and without strong rays.
These signs are a reminder that true beauty lies in calmness — that mercy often arrives quietly.
How to Seek Laylatul Qadr
1. Increase in Prayer and Reflection
Dedicate these last nights to Salah, Tahajjud, and contemplation. Even a few sincere raka’at can open the doors of forgiveness.
2. Recite and Reflect on the Qur’an
This is the night the Qur’an was revealed — the perfect time to reconnect with its message.
3. Make Du’a With Sincerity
The Prophet (ﷺ) taught Aisha (RA) to say:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي
“O Allah, You are Forgiving and love forgiveness, so forgive me.” (Tirmidhi)
4. Give Charity
On this night, every act of giving carries the reward of 83 years. Your Sadaqah can be the difference between hunger and relief for a family like Nafeesa’s.
Give on the Night of Power
🌙 Tonight, your charity can change destiny.
Feed a fasting family. Educate an orphan. Bring clean water to a village.
Every act of mercy given on this night is multiplied beyond measure.
The Situation in Azad Kashmir
Behind the serenity of Kashmir’s valleys lies silent hardship. According to the AJK Bureau of Statistics 2024:
- Population: 4.46 million
- Rural population: 82%
- Literacy rate: 77.5% (female 68.2%)
- Doctor-to-patient ratio: 1:3,886
- Maternal mortality rate: 104 per 100,000 births
For families in isolated mountain communities, access to food, healthcare, and education remains limited. This is where your Laylatul Qadr donations make a profound difference.
“When UK donors give on Laylatul Qadr,” says Abdul Basit, Trustee at Kashmir Welfare Foundation, “they join the angels in spreading mercy. Each donation is a prayer answered, a soul lifted.”
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Why Giving on Laylatul Qadr Matters
In Islam, charity is not a transaction; it’s transformation. Giving on Laylatul Qadr extends the mercy you seek to others — and it lives on as ongoing reward (Sadaqah Jariya).
The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
“Charity extinguishes sins just as water extinguishes fire.” (Tirmidhi)
Each pound given in these blessed nights is magnified beyond comprehension. It becomes not only sustenance for the poor, but forgiveness for the giver.
Impact Box – Laylatul Qadr 2025 Highlights
🌙 Ramadan & Laylatul Qadr Impact:
- 10,000 food packs delivered across AJK.
- 75 water wells constructed.
- 4,000 patients treated through mobile clinics.
- 600 orphans sponsored for schooling and care.
- 120 widows empowered through livelihood training.
✨ This year, your Laylatul Qadr donation can double that mercy.
How to Make the Most of the Night of Power
- Disconnect to reconnect. Turn off distractions and dedicate your heart to worship.
- Plan your giving. Automate donations over the last ten nights to ensure you catch Laylatul Qadr.
- Include your family. Teach children the beauty of charity and du’a.
- Reflect on gratitude. Remember how blessed you are to be in a position to give.
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If you are a UK taxpayer, you can increase your donation by 25% at no extra cost through Gift Aid.
That means your £40 becomes £50 — enough to feed two fasting families instead of one.
Tick the Gift Aid box and let your mercy multiply this Laylatul Qadr.
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A Reflection from Kashmir
As Nafeesa ends her prayer that night, her youngest child stirs awake. He looks at her and asks,
“Ammi, did Allah hear us tonight?”
She smiles, tears glistening in her eyes.
“Yes, my son,” she replies. “Allah always listens on this night.”
In homes across Azad Kashmir, that same hope lives — fragile yet fierce. It is carried by mothers who believe, by orphans who dream, and by donors whose mercy travels across oceans.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Laylatul Qadr and why is it special?
Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power, marks when the Qur’an was revealed. Worship on this night is worth more than a thousand months of devotion.
2. When is Laylatul Qadr 2026 in the UK?
Laylatul Qadr 2026 is expected on Wednesday, 26 March 2026, though it may fall on any odd night in the last ten nights of Ramadan.
3. How can I recognise Laylatul Qadr?
It is described as peaceful, calm, and radiant. The next morning’s sun rises without strong rays.
4. What is the best dua for Laylatul Qadr?
“Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu ‘anni” — “O Allah, You are Forgiving and love forgiveness, so forgive me.”
5. How can I give charity on Laylatul Qadr?
You can give Zakat or Sadaqah to the Kashmir Welfare Foundation online. All donations support food, water, medical, and orphan care projects across Azad Kashmir.
Final Call to Action – Multiply Your Mercy
Laylatul Qadr is not just a night to pray — it’s a night to act.
Each moment is a doorway to forgiveness, each donation a bridge to paradise.
Tonight, let your charity echo through the mountains of Kashmir.
Feed a mother like Nafeesa. Educate a child. Heal a heart.
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