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ISLAMABAD, Jun 01 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Sunday said that the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Ajmer Sharif stands as a powerful symbol of interfaith harmony, peace, and love values that are urgently needed in today’s divided world.
He was speaking at a prestigious ceremony held at the Islamabad Club to mark the nomination of Dr Afshan Malik (Shehr Bano) as the official representative (Khalifa) of Dargah Ajmer Sharif in Pakistan.
The event brought together prominent figures from political, social, business, journalistic, and diplomatic circles.
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, was the chief guest at the ceremony. Congratulating Dr Afshan Malik on her nomination, he lauded her commitment to Sufi values and service to the community.
In his address, Governor Kundi highlighted the universal appeal of Ajmer Sharif, saying, “The shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti is among the most revered spiritual sites in South Asia, attracting not only Muslims but Hindus, Sikhs, and Christians alike. It stands as a symbol of interfaith harmony, peace, and love.”
Referring to rising communal tensions in India, he said, “At a time when interfaith harmony is under serious threat in India, spiritual sanctuaries like Ajmer Sharif stand as bastions of truth, tolerance, and resistance.”
Speaking at the event, the Ambassador of Uzbekistan, Alisher Qodirov, emphasized the influence of Khwaja Gharib Nawaz and other Sufi saints across South and Central Asia.
“The teachings of these saints have spread the true message of Islam humanity, peace, and equality not just in the subcontinent but also in Central Asia. Ajmer Sharif remains a spiritual center for devotees from around the world,” he said, extending heartfelt congratulations to Dr Afshan Malik.
In her speech, Dr Afshan Malik expressed her deep gratitude and commitment to spreading the teachings of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
“My goal is to promote the values of humanity, brotherhood, and tolerance. Sufi shrines have always been centers of love, service, and unity,” she said.
She added that the teachings of Khwaja Sahib are a guiding light for all of humanity, transcending religious and sectarian boundaries.
Hafiz Muhammad Shabbir, Chairman of the Pak-Kuwait Business Forum and host of the event, called Dr Afshan Malik’s appointment a matter of pride for Pakistan. “This milestone will play a key role in amplifying the message of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti,” he remarked.
Former Minister and PML-Q leader Dr Amjad, FPCCI’s Karim Azeer Malik, and Shaista Hameed of the Insaniyat Foundation also addressed the gathering and praised Dr. Afshan Malik’s contributions to social and spiritual causes.