When is Laylat-al-Qadr?

The Most Blessed Night of the Year

As the blessed nights of Ramadan draw near their close, hearts turn eagerly toward one of Islam’s greatest moments — Laylat-al-Qadr, the Night of Power. In every corner of the world, mosques fill with worshippers seeking forgiveness, guidance, and nearness to Allah (SWT). Yet for countless families in Azad Kashmir, these sacred nights are also nights of hunger, cold, and uncertainty.

At the Kashmir Welfare Foundation, we believe Laylat-al-Qadr is not only a night to seek mercy, but a chance to become mercy — through your charity, your dua, and your compassion.

Ramadan in Kashmir – Faith Amid Hardship

Ramadan in Azad Kashmir carries both serenity and struggle. In Neelum Valley, families gather by candlelight to break their fasts with little more than rice and lentils. In Kotli and Muzaffarabad, widows and orphans wait for food packs that may be their only meal of the day.

“When UK donors give during these nights,” says Abdul Basit, Trustee of Kashmir Welfare Foundation,
“they are not just feeding a family — they are reviving faith, hope, and dignity.”

During this sacred month, Muslims around the world fast from dawn to sunset, learning patience, gratitude, and empathy. The hunger and thirst are reminders of Allah’s blessings — and of our duty to share them. Ramadan is a month of self-discipline and reflection, a time when hearts soften and hands open for those in need.

The Meaning of Laylat-al-Qadr

Allah (SWT) tells us:

“Indeed, We sent the Qur’an down during the Night of Qadr. And what can make you know what the Night of Qadr is?
The Night of Qadr is better than a thousand months.
The angels and the Spirit descend therein by permission of their Lord for every matter.
Peace it is until the emergence of dawn.” [Al-Qadr 97:1-5]

Laylat-al-Qadr marks the night when the first verses of the Qur’an were revealed to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). Its rewards surpass those of a thousand months — more than 83 years of worship. Every sincere prayer, every act of charity, every tear of repentance on this night carries immense weight with Allah (SWT).

The exact date is unknown, though the odd nights of the last ten nights — the 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, or 29th — are most likely. Traditionally, many scholars point to the 27th night, which in 2025 is expected to fall around Friday 28 March (depending on the moon sighting).

What to Do on Laylat-al-Qadr

Laylat-al-Qadr is the believer’s opportunity to fill the night with devotion and good deeds.

• Pray: Perform voluntary prayers (Qiyam ul-Layl or Taraweeh). Each rak’ah draws you closer to Allah’s mercy.
• Recite the Qur’an: Reflect upon its verses; even a few ayahs recited sincerely may outweigh years of worship.
• Make Dua: Pour out your heart. Pray for forgiveness, for your loved ones, for the Ummah, and for those suffering across Kashmir.
• Give Charity: Multiply your reward by giving tonight. Support a fasting family, provide clean water, or sponsor an orphan through Kashmir Welfare Foundation.
• Seek Forgiveness: The Prophet (pbuh) taught the dua:

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي
“O Allah, You are All-Forgiving and love forgiveness, so forgive me.”

This simple yet profound prayer, taught to Aisha (R.A.), captures the essence of Laylat-al-Qadr — humility, hope, and the desire for a clean heart.

The Signs of Laylat-al-Qadr

Laylat-al-Qadr is described as a night of peace. Many believers feel a deep serenity and stillness. The Prophet (pbuh) said that the sun rises the following morning without sharp rays, signifying the calm of that blessed night.

Worshippers often feel an unusual softness in the air, a spiritual tranquility that fills the soul. Angels descend with mercy, and sincere supplications are accepted. It is a night where the veil between heaven and earth feels thin, and Allah’s forgiveness is near.

The Power of Charity on Laylat-al-Qadr

For Muslims in the UK, this night is also a chance to make real, lasting impact. Every donation given on Laylat-al-Qadr carries the reward of a thousand months of giving. Imagine: a £50 food pack, multiplied across 83 years of reward.

In Kashmir, your donation reaches:

• Families fasting without food at sunset.
• Orphans longing for a warm meal and hope.
• Isolated mountain communities where winter still lingers.

“When we deliver food packs on Laylat-al-Qadr,” says Parveen Kausar, field coordinator in Neelum Valley,
“it’s as if the whole valley lights up with gratitude.”

If you are a UK taxpayer, remember to add Gift Aid — it increases your donation by 25% at no extra cost.

Impact Box – Ramadan 2025 in Azad Jammu & Kashmir

Your donation tonight sustains these lives long after Ramadan ends.

Zakat on Laylat-al-Qadr

Zakat is one of the pillars of Islam — a duty that purifies both wealth and heart. Giving Zakat on Laylat-al-Qadr magnifies its reward beyond measure.

When you give Zakat through the Kashmir Welfare Foundation, your contribution:

• Supports food relief, healthcare, and orphan care projects.
• Funds Ramadan and emergency aid deliveries.
• Ensures your obligation is fulfilled transparently and according to Islamic principles.

You can calculate your due amount using our Zakat Calculator and pay instantly. Donations made tonight may carry the reward of a lifetime.

The Dua of Aisha (R.A.) – A Prayer for Forgiveness

Aisha (R.A.) once asked, “O Messenger of Allah, if I know which night is Laylat-al-Qadr, what should I say?”
He replied, “Say: اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي.”

This dua acknowledges Allah’s love for forgiveness and His mercy that never ends. Reciting it reminds believers that forgiveness is always within reach — whether for our mistakes, our neglect, or our moments of weakness.

Spend these nights repeating this supplication, and let your charity reflect its meaning.

Acts of Worship to Multiply Your Reward

1. Perform Tahajjud: Pray in the quiet hours before dawn, when Allah descends to the lowest heaven and answers the sincere.
2. Make Dua for Others: The Prophet (pbuh) said a Muslim’s dua for his brother in his absence is always answered.
3. Give Sadaqah Secretly: Charity given quietly for Allah’s sake earns hidden blessings.
4. Reflect on the Qur’an: The Qur’an was revealed on this night — let its words guide your heart.
5. Feed a Fasting Person: Even one meal given in Kashmir can equal feeding an entire village tonight.

Why Give Now

Because Laylat-al-Qadr could be tonight. None of us knows which night carries the thousand-month reward — but each night we give, we open the door to unimaginable mercy.

Your donation could be written in the scrolls of Laylat-al-Qadr — a gift that continues to benefit you in the Akhirah.

Together We Can Transform Lives

From the peaks of Neelum to the plains of Kotli, your Ramadan giving brings hope. Each food pack, each orphan sponsorship, each prayer whispered in these final nights ripples across valleys and hearts.

“We cannot reach every mountain village,” says Zafer Iqbal, relief coordinator,
“but when UK donors respond during Laylat-al-Qadr, we come one step closer to leaving no family unseen.”

Your charity tonight is more than aid — it’s light for those who have waited in darkness.

Give Now for Laylat-al-Qadr

Add Gift Aid if you’re a UK taxpayer — your £10 becomes £12.50 at no extra cost.

FAQ

1. What is Laylat-al-Qadr?
Laylat-al-Qadr, the Night of Power, is the blessed night when the Qur’an was first revealed. Worship on this night is better than a thousand months of worship.

2. When is Laylat-al-Qadr 2025?
It is expected around the 27th night of Ramadan (approx. Friday 28 March 2025), though believers are encouraged to seek it on all odd nights of the last ten.

3. How can I make the most of Laylat-al-Qadr?
Spend the night in prayer, reciting the Qur’an, making dua, and giving charity. Each act of worship on this night carries multiplied rewards.

4. Can I give my Zakat on Laylat-al-Qadr?
Yes — it is one of the most rewarding times to give Zakat. Your donation may bring relief to families in Kashmir and earn lasting ajr.

5. What happens to my donation in Kashmir?
Your donation funds food packs, orphan support, and Ramadan aid across Neelum, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad districts, reaching those most in need through verified local distribution.