Data Darbar Administrator Muhammad Ali Khan has said that the Punjab government is undertaking a large-scale expansion of the revered shrine of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh Ali Hajveri (RA) to provide modern, world-class facilities for pilgrims.
Data Darbar expansion project progressing rapidly: administrator
LAHORE, Jul 02 (APP): Data Darbar Administrator Muhammad Ali Khan has said that the Punjab government is undertaking a large-scale expansion of the revered shrine of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh Ali Hajveri (RA) to provide modern, world-class facilities for pilgrims.
He was briefing a delegation of probationary officers from the 54th Common Training Program of the Civil Services Academy on the ongoing Data Darbar expansion project, said a handout issued here on Thursday.
Muhammad Ali Khan said the project is aimed at renovating and beautifying the historic shrine while ensuring that visitors receive facilities in line with international standards.
He said the external development works would be completed soon, while work on the internal sections was progressing rapidly and would be finished at the earliest.
He added that the expansion project would enable millions of devotees visiting the shrine each year to enjoy greater comfort, convenience and peace.
The administrator also gave a detailed briefing on Sufism, the Data Darbar Hospital and Jamia Hajveria.
The Civil Services Academy delegation visited the shrine on the special invitation of Punjab Secretary Auqaf and Religious Affairs Dr Ahsan Bhutta.
During the briefing, the delegation praised Dr Bhutta’s sincere efforts, personal commitment and tireless supervision of the shrine’s management and the expansion project.
Muhammad Ali Khan told the delegation that the Auqaf Department was utilizing all available resources to ensure maximum comfort and convenience for pilgrims.
Through a multimedia presentation, he also highlighted the ongoing expansion project and explained the essence of Sufism in the light of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh’s renowned work
‘Kashf al-Mahjub’. He also discussed the arrival of Sufi saints in the Indian subcontinent, the unique culture of shrines, the centuries-old tradition of langar (free community meals), the origins of qawwali, and the saint’s spiritual influence, miracles and scholarly contributions.
Following the briefing, the delegation offered floral ‘chadors’ at the shrine, recited ‘Fateha’, and prayed for the country’s prosperity, development, peace, security and national unity.
