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ISLAMABAD, Jul 10 (APP): Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting to review ongoing renovation work and arrangements for the upcoming annual 320th Urs of Hazrat Bari Imam Sarkar.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Islamabad Irfan Memon, Khadim Bari Imam Raja Sarfaraz Akram and representatives from various civil and administrative departments, where they apprised the minister of ongoing preparations and forthcoming arrangements at the shrine premises in view of the upcoming sacred gathering.
Speaking at the meeting, Minister Abbasi said, “We are here for a holy purpose. Participating in the arrangements for the Urs of a revered saint like Bari Imam is a great honour. It is our collective duty to provide all possible facilities to the devotees, ensuring they can perform their pilgrimage in a peaceful and spiritual environment.”
The minister instructed concerned authorities to ensure foolproof security, including the installation of walk-through gates, CCTV surveillance at all major entry, exit and parking points.
He particularly focused on the sanitation services, advising regular check on public washroom conditions.
He stressed the formation of food safety teams to monitor hygiene and food quality throughout the Urs. Additionally, he called for a clear and efficient traffic management plan to prevent congestion.
Special attention was directed toward the arrangements for women pilgrims, including the provision of separate washrooms, prayer areas, accommodation, medical aid and deployment of female police officers to ensure safety and dignity.
“It is our responsibility to create a welcoming and secure environment for coming devotees from abroad and within country. No negligence will be tolerated and I will personally visit the site to inspect arrangements and resolve any issues on the ground,” he said.
Raja Sarfaraz Akram, Khadim Bari Imam informed the meeting that local volunteer teams would also be mobilized to support the administration in facilitating the Urs.
The meeting concluded with a unanimous commitment to make the 320th Urs of Hazrat Bari Imam an exemplary event, ensuring that all departments work in full coordination to provide spiritual, physical and logistical ease to the visiting pilgrims.