Darji Mitra Mandal UK

10/06/2026

On Saturday 20th June 2026, Nish Tailor with a couple others will be taking on their Walk for Change Challenge, starting from Battersea Park 🌉. They will walk 15km across 11 of London’s most iconic bridges, all to support the brilliant work of The Kula Foundation 🧡.

Every step helps The Kula Foundation create real, lasting change. With last years’ support, they’re installing a 5000L water tank in Kenya, supporting a school & toilet built with Eco Bricks to irrigation systems that help lift women out of poverty through urban farming in Kampala Uganda 🇺🇬 🌱, washable nappy programme for young wheelchair users that save families in Tanzania money every month 🇹🇿 👶, and local UK initiatives such as creating an edible forest garden in Nottingham 🌳.

We have helped over 1120 people already! This year, Nish is hoping to raise the bar for more projects like these with a £5000 goal!🎯

If you’d like to support this year, you can donate here: https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/donate?eid=31733

Small actions, big difference, real impact ✨ Well Done Nish for starting The Kula Foundation, we're all super proud of the work you've been doing!

If you would like to take part in the London Walk for Change you still have time. Simply click the link below 👇
Walk for Change Challenge - get your space here!: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/15km-london-bridges-walk-tickets-1986168455316?aff=ebdssbdestsearch -card

Read the full story in The Kula Foundation's post below
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17pLDcn9RY/?mibextid=wwXIfr

10/06/2026

📅 DMMUK Events Calendar Update 📢

❌Friday Club Cancellation
Unfortunately, the Friday Club scheduled for Friday 26th June 2026 has been cancelled due to limited resources. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

📌 AGM Date Change
Please note that our Annual General Meeting (AGM) has been rescheduled and will now take place on Sunday 9th August 2026. Further details regarding the AGM will be shared soon.

Thank you for your continued support🙏

08/06/2026

06/06/2026

Darji Mitra Mandal UK extends its warmest wishes to Thakorlal Pranjivan Govan on his 90th Birthday! 🎉🎂

This special occasion was joyfully celebrated on Sunday 31st May 2026.

Wishing you good health, happiness, and many more precious moments to treasure!

https://darjimandal.org.uk/portfolio-item/thakorlal-pranjivan-govan-90th-birthday/

06/06/2026

🤝 Volunteers' Week 2026 — Be part of our story.

At DMMUK, Volunteers' Week is not just a national campaign — it is our whole story.

We are a registered charity, founded in 1955 and run entirely by volunteers. Every event, every community programme, every support service we offer exists because someone raised their hand and said, "I'll help."

Right now, we are looking for people to join us and there is a role for everyone:
🎉 Event volunteers — help us plan and deliver celebrations and share our traditions that bring our community together
📋Back-office support — admin, logistics, coordination; the vital work that keeps the cogs turning
📣 Skills-based volunteering — got a background in finance, design, IT or anything else? We would love to hear from you.

We welcome people at every stage of life, from every corner of the UK, who want to put their skills to work for something that truly matters.

Volunteering with DMMUK is more than just giving back, it is belonging to a legacy that has united the Darji community across the UK for nearly seven decades. THANK YOU!

👉 Find out more at darjimandal.org.uk, message us directly on Facebook messenger, email us on [email protected] or join our WhatsApp community Volunteers group here 👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/G87Utda4cAR6gXeuJfGN8Q?s=cl&p=i&ilr=4



https://volunteersweek.org/

03/06/2026

🌟Happy Volunteers' Week from DMMUK! 1st –7th June 2026

This week, the UK celebrates the millions of volunteers who keep communities alive through the simple act of giving their time, skills and energy.

✨ What does volunteering really mean?
It's choosing to give your time freely to help and support others, and it takes countless forms, from: running a community event, mentoring a young person, stuffing envelopes at midnight, managing spreadsheets no one else will touch, or simply showing up and making people feel welcome.

There is no such thing as a small contribution; every single role matters.

And here at Darji Mitra Mandal, we know this better than most.

For over 70 years, Darji Mitra Mandal of the UK has stood as proof of what a community can build when people choose to show up, not because they have to, but because they want to.

Our community doesn't run itself. Behind every successful event, every celebration, every gathering, every initiative that brings our people together, there is a team of passionate volunteers making it happen.

👋🏽Some of you are front-facing: welcoming guests, organising activities and keeping the energy alive.

💫But many of you work quietly in the background: handling admin, managing logistics, replying to messages and keeping the cogs turning long after everyone else has gone home.

👏🏽You are all our unsung heroes. And this week, we celebrate you and from the bottom of our hearts – a massive thank you.

💫DMMUK is not a building. It is not a committee. It is every single person who has given their time to our community.

💜Thinking about joining the team? We would love to have you. Drop us a message on Facebook messenger, email [email protected] or join our WhatsApp community Volunteers group here 👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/G87Utda4cAR6gXeuJfGN8Q?s=cl&p=i&ilr=4


https://volunteersweek.org/

Welcome to The Darji Mitra Mandal website. We are a self run community group based in North London supporting the Darji community in the UK.

01/06/2026

* * * Updated with Funeral details * * *

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs Taraben Bharucha who passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, 24th May 2026 aged 77 years.

She was a loving and caring Mother, Wife, Sister and Daughter and will be greatly missed by her Family and Friends. Taraben was born in Nanyuki, Kenya on 11th December 1948 and she leaves behind her beloved husband Jayantilal Ambalal Bharucha

Names of close family: She also leaves behind her loving children:
Son: PriteshKumar Bharucha
Daughter: Anjela Bhachu
Son-In-Law: Balhar Bhachu
Grandson: Ginger (furbaby)

Beswanu:
The family are not holding Beswanu and kindly request that there wishes be respected.

Prayers:
The family are holding prayers via WhatsApp/Zoom from 7.30pm. If you would like to participate, please click on the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88611907149?pwd=ayfYdpnkfafAqtLiJiDQlbDP3tQ3n0.1

Meeting ID: 886 1190 7149
Passcode: i1E5Fd

Anyone wishing to express their condolences can contact the family directly via landline number.
Landline: 020 76130281
Anjela Mobile: 07946616820
Funeral details:
Date/Time of Funeral: Thursday, 4th June 2026 from 1:00pm at:
St Marylebone Crematorium
St Marylebone Chapel, East End Road, East Finchley, London, N2 0SE

The link to view mums funeral for all those not attending is:
https://watch.obitus.com/login/gxse3y
Username: zebi0199
Password: 194802

Streaming will begin 5 mins before start time at 12:55pm

Personal invites have been sent out to family members who have been invited to the Prashadi.
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Our deepest condolences to the family.

Aum Namah Shivaya
Aum Namah Shivaya
Aum Shanti Shanti Shanti

31/05/2026

💙 THANK YOU FOR MAKING OUR CHARITY WALK A SUCCESS! 💙

What an incredible day! A huge thank you to everyone who took part in our DMMUK 5K & 10K Charity Walk. Whether you walked, volunteered, donated, or supported from afar, you helped make the event a fantastic success.

It was especially wonderful to see so many younger participants taking part and getting involved. Seeing different generations come together for such meaningful causes made the day even more special 👟🌿

A special thank you to our amazing volunteers who helped the event run smoothly from start to finish. We couldn't have done it without you.

We would also like to thank:
🏅 Jagdishbhai Bulsara of Jag's Trophies for generously donating the medals presented to all participants (https://jags-trophies.co.uk/)
🧁 Anjali Vishani for baking the delicious cupcakes (https://www.instagram.com/whisknwhip_by_anj?igsh=MXA0ODNlOXdpYmozMw==)
🥮 Jayshreeben and Prakashbhai Topiwala for making the wonderful mandazi (East African doughnut)

A heartfelt thank you to our two incredible charities:
🦋💜 The Butterfly AVM Charity
Website: https://www.butterflyavmcharity.org.uk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butterflyavm?igsh=MXRuNHRvbmNvM20wNQ==

🌈 Riya's Rainbows
Website: https://riyasrainbows.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riyas.rainbows?igsh=dmg0NWhsbGx4MzQ4

Thank you for sharing your stories and helping us understand more about the important work you do. If you would like to make an additional donation or stay connected with these charities, please visit their websites and follow them on social media.

📱 Don't forget to follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dmmuk?igsh=MTk5dDY1M3U0enhjbQ==) and join our WhatsApp Community (https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlpgT8EWggVHpHETOCAmPF) to keep up with all the latest news, photos, and upcoming events. We'll also be sharing plenty of photos, videos, and highlights from the Charity Walk, so keep an eye on our social media channels to relive the day and spot yourself in the event coverage! 📸✨

📷 If you took any photos or videos during the event, we'd love to see them! Please share them with us so we can celebrate the day from everyone's perspective and include them in our event highlights. 💙🙌

📧 If you're not already signed up, please subscribe to our mailing list to hear about future events and community activities.
https://darjimandal.us1.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f71750fe91328c87c4064e1a1&id=d92d57920

We look forward to welcoming you soon! 💜

30/05/2026

The Passing of Mr Sumant Parshotam Morar.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of
Mr Sumant Parshotam Morar.
Date of Death: 27-05-2026
Age: 81 years.
Date of birth: 10-07-1944
Name of spouse: Kumud Morar (deceased)
Place of birth: Harare, Zimbabwe

He leaves behind:

Daughter: Sonali Shah

Son-in-Law: Neerav Shah

Son: Pritesh Morar

Daughter-in-law: Hansa Morar

Grandchildren: Sanam Shah, Siddhartha Shah, Aryana Morar, and Rihaan Morar

Beswanu: The family has requested that there be no beswanu at home.

Prathna Sabha: No prathna

Funeral: Details

Date of Funeral: 04-06-2026
Time of Funeral: 12 pm
Funeral Full Address: Golders Green Crematorium

Website
https://watch.obitus.com
Username
koci4627
Password
222234
Funeral – friends and family only, please

The above details will be updated on Facebook.
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Our deepest condolences to the Family

Aum Namah Shivaya
Aum Namah Shivaya
Aum Shanti Shanti Shanti

30/05/2026

Important Information for the DMMUK 5K & 10K Charity Walk 👟🌿

We’re looking forward to welcoming you to our DMMUK 5K & 10K Charity Walk on Sunday 31st May 2026 👟🌿

Please see below for important information and the plan for the day:

🕘 Arrival & Check-In
Please arrive at the Darji Pavilion at 9:00AM to allow time for check-in and registration.
🚶‍♂️ Walk Start Times
👣 10K Walk: Starts at 9:30AM
👣 5K Walk: Starts at 10:30AM

Our 5K walkers are more than welcome to arrive at the Darji Pavilion for 10:00AM to allow time for registration.

🎟️ For a smooth check-in process, please have your QR code ready on arrival

You will also be asked to complete a short emergency contact form.

💧🍎 Once checked in, you’ll be provided with a water bottle and some fruit before the walk begins.

🗺️ Route Information
Please find the walk route attached to this post. The walk will take place at Broomfield Park and surrounding Palmers Green area.

🌿 The 5K route consists of one loop around the park, while participants taking part in the 10K walk will complete two loops as highlighted below.

🚗 Parking
Parking will be available in our car park however, please allow extra time to park and make your way to the pavilion before check-in.

Please also be aware the roads and public transport may be busier than usual due to the Arsenal parade.

🏅 After the Walk
Once you complete your walk and return to the pavilion, you will receive a medal kindly donated by Jags Trophies and certificate from the charity representatives to celebrate your achievement 🎉

🥤 Refreshments & Community Gathering
After the walk, there will be an opportunity to purchase light refreshments in the hall, with proceeds going towards our supported charities:
🦋💜 The Butterfly AVM Charity
🌈 Riya’s Rainbows

🎤 Charity Presentations
There will also be a short presentation where you’ll have the opportunity to hear directly from the charities and learn more about the amazing work they do.

📸 Social Media - Photography & Videography
Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event for use on our social media and promotional materials. If you do not wish to be included, please let a member of the team know on the day or contact us in advance at [email protected].

We hope you enjoy the day and thank you once again for supporting these amazing causes. We can’t wait to walk with you! 🙌

Registration closes on Saturday 30th May 2026!
https://darjimandal.org.uk/event/charity-5k-and-10k-walk-sunday-31st-may-2026/