Dar hails Committee efforts for Bari Imam Shrine Development, Urs Preparations

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting of the Committee for the Development and Management of the Hazrat Bari Imam Shrine, reviewing arrangements for the upcoming religious events and ongoing development work at the revered shrine. The meeting was attended by Minister for Railways, Minister of State for Interior and Narcotics, the Interior Secretary, Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Deputy Commissioner Islamabad, Afzal Janjua, Raja Sarfraz Akram, President Pakistan Observer Gauhar Zahid Malik, and Sohail Bhatti. During the meeting, committee members held detailed deliberations on preparations for the annual ‘Chadar Poshi’ ceremony, scheduled to be held on August 14, 2026, as well as the ‘Urs Mubarak’ of Hazrat Bari Imam Sarkar, which will take place from August 15 to 17, 2026. The discussions focused on ensuring smooth arrangements for devotees expected to participate in the spiritual gatherings. document.createElement('video'); https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/fun21NAENTL0njWi.mp4 The Deputy Prime Minister appreciated the committee members for their dedication and valuable contributions toward the preservation and promotion of this important spiritual and religious heritage site. He acknowledged their efforts in facilitating development initiatives and enhancing services for visitors and pilgrims. Emphasizing the importance of timely completion of ongoing projects, Senator Dar directed the sub-committee headed by the Minister for Railways to closely oversee and expedite work related to the shrine’s upkeep, maintenance, and construction activities. The directive aims to ensure that all development and beautification measures are completed ahead of the annual religious events. The committee reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring successful observance of the Chadar Poshi and Urs celebrations while advancing development initiatives aimed at improving facilities and preserving the sanctity of the histori