Eid Millan & Aqiqa: Celebrating Faith and 50 Years of Friendship at Mujtaba House

Celebrating Friendship and Family: Eid Millan and Aqiqa Gathering at Mujtaba House
A Glimpse into 50 Years of Enduring Camaraderie. An elegant Eid Millan and Aqiqa celebration was graciously hosted by Dr. Gholam Mujtaba at Mujtaba House, bringing together a distinguished circle of friends, family, and former classmates. The occasion was not only a spiritual and cultural festivity but also a nostalgic reunion of enduring bonds formed over five decades ago at the University of Karachi.

Featured in the group photograph are Dr. Mujtaba’s esteemed former classmates and their families, who have since become accomplished professionals in their respective fields. Among them:

·       Mr. Syed Mumtaz Hussaini, B.Pharm., MBA – CEO of a prominent pharmacy chain
·       Mrs. Qurratul Ain Rizvi Shaikh – Director, Estée Lauder Pharmacies
·       Mr. Rashid Razi, R.Ph. – Registered Pharmacist, New Jersey/New York
·       Mr. Faheem Khan, B.Pharm., MBA – Director of a leading textile enterprise
·       Pharmacist Asif – Director of a pharmaceutical company
Also present were members of Dr. Mujtaba’s accomplished family, including:
·       Dr. Assad Mujtaba, DNP, MD, NP-C – a highly respected clinician, health leader, and Passaic County Politician.
·       Dr. Tarannum Mujtaba – a double board-certified radiologist specializing in breast imaging and neuroradiology
·       Dr. Ayesha Mujtaba – a dedicated healthcare professional and host of community events
The evening was a heartfelt blend of faith, celebration, and cherished memories, reflecting the strength of relationships that have gracefully matured over half a century.

Speech by Dr Ayesha Mujtaba:

Distinguished Guests and Dear Friends,
Assalamu Alaikum and good evening.
I am Dr. Ayesha Mujtaba, joined by my brothers Dr. Assad Mujtaba, a well-known leader in Passaic County, and Dr. Athar Mujtaba, a clinician serving our community. It is an honor to welcome you to this special evening, where we celebrate the sacred festival of Eid-ul-Adha and the Aqiqa of my newborn nephew, baby Musa, son of my elder sister, Dr. Tarannum Mujtaba—a brilliant radiologist from Chicago with dual specialization in breast imaging and neuroradiology.

Eid-ul-Adha reminds us of the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), whose unwavering faith inspires millions across Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. The Aqiqa ceremony, like the Jewish Pinyon HaBen or Christian baptism, reflects a shared reverence for life, family, and divine blessings.

Musa—named after the revered Prophet Moses—binds us in a tradition of compassion, devotion, and unity across faiths.
This evening is about celebrating faith, family, and above all, community. Your presence reflects the strength of

our shared values and interfaith harmony.
We are grateful to be joined by the following esteemed guests:

1.     MaryJo Guinchard and her husband, candidate for U.S. Congress, CD-5
2.     Clifton Councilwoman Rosemary Pino
3.     Mary Ann Perro, President, GOP Woodland Park
4.     Councilman Assad Adam Shaiban, Woodland Park
5.     Mayor Raymond Gabrowski, Clifton
6.     Former Mayor Jim Anzaldi, Clifton
7.     Peter Murphy, Chairman, Republican Party of Passaic County
8.     Pretty Patel, Vice President, South Asian GOP
9.     Mr. Kareem Masrani, Director, Islamic Education Foundation
10.  Miss Zenab Sayed, President, American Muslims for Democracy and Coalition
11.  Mr. Shahab Ahmed, Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)
12.  Mr. Ibrahim Fahmi, President, Islamic Council of Passaic County
13.  Mr. Michael Katz, Peace Negotiator, Israeli-Palestinian Peace Forum
14.  Mr. Ahab Hussain, Councilman, Wayne
15.  Mr. Dharmesh Rana, Vice President, Indian Association Rana Samaj
  - With Mr. Mukesh Patel, Anupam Rana, and the Indian Senior Citizens Association
16.  Mr. Oz Karacay, President, Turkish Mosque
17.  Mr. Saleh Ghani, President, Paterson Mosque
18.  Dr. Jabeen Ahmed
19.  Dr. Shadi Mir
20.  Dr. Ibrar Nadeem GOP leader
21.  Mr.Anush South Asian GOP Bergen County
22.  Maggie Fernandez GOP Clifton
23. The distinguished Indian American community leaders led by Mr Pankaj Rana, Dharmesh Rana and Mukesh Patel
24. And many more valued friends and leaders
Let us conclude with prayers from the Abrahamic faiths—united in hope for peace and understanding:
📖 Qur’an: “O mankind, We created you into nations and tribes so you may know one another…” (49:13)
📜 Bible: “Blessed are the peacemakers…” (Matthew 5:9)
📘 Torah: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” (Leviticus 19:18)
May this gathering strengthen bonds of friendship and community.
Eid Mubarak, and thank you all.