The test of any concept, idea or philosophy lies in the scalability of its application. Mawaid in the Dawoodi Bohra community has passed the test of the scalability over and over again. The same concept, ethos and spirit are behind each cooking event whether at home or at community kitchens.

It is estimated that in a year Mawaid serves millions of people. The food is cooked in the same way, the serving is done in the same manner and the people eat in the same style. What changes is the location.

The Mawaid passes the litmus test with flying colors during Ashara Mubaraka (annual community gathering) where over 125,000 people are fed daily. The same standards are strictly followed, the maximum waiting time for seating is 30 minutes and once you are at the thaal, the food is made available in less than 30 seconds. Regardless of numbers, no compromise is made on the quality or tradition of cooking, serving or eating (Enjoy some photos below).

Mawaid has carried out relief programs during times of disasters. The earthquake in Gujurat, India, was one such instance where the Mawaid prepared and served people day after day providing them with good warm food and giving them the hope of restructuring when nature had taken its toll. Such were the organization skills of the Mawaid that other NGOs and government bodies came to look at how so many people could be fed so quickly and in such a disciplined way.