KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Auqaf, Religious Affairs, Zakat and Ushr, Riaz Hussain Shah Shirazi, on Thursday paid surprise visits to several shrines in Karachi.
Accompanied by Parliamentary Secretary for Auqaf Shazia Karim Sanghar, Auqaf Administrator Karachi Ayaz Soomro, Haji Hanif Memon, and other relevant officials, the minister laid ceremonial chaders on the shrines and offered prayers.
The provincial minister visited Dargah Muhammad Shah Dulha Sabzwari, Alam Shah Bukhari, and Miran Pir shrine in Lyari.
During his visit, the minister met with zaireen (pilgrims), who shared their concerns about the issues they face and the lack of facilities at the shrines.
In response to the complaints, the minister took immediate action by ordering a show-cause notice to the manager of ”Alam Shah Bukhari Shrine” for unsatisfactory performance and negligence.
He directed the relevant officers and managers to fully cooperate with the zaireen (pilgrims) and ensure that all necessary facilities are provided.