Provincial Minister for Auqaf, Religious Affairs, Zakat and Ushr, Syed Riaz Hussain Shah Shirazi, took immediate notice of the death of a young female pilgrim from Multan at the shrine of Hazrat Abdullah Shah Ashabi in Makli and directed swift action for her repatriation.

Following the minister’s instructions, Auqaf Department Manager Gul Hassan Chohan arranged for an air-conditioned ambulance to transport the deceased’s body to her hometown in Multan. The department also extended financial assistance to the grieving family.

Expressing grief over the loss, Minister Shirazi offered prayers for the departed soul and instructed Auqaf officials to maintain close coordination with the bereaved family until the body reaches its final destination, ensuring that no hardship is faced during the process.

Reaffirming the department’s commitment to the welfare of pilgrims, he emphasized that ensuring visitor support and facilities at shrines remains a key priority. He assured that all pilgrims in distress would be attended to with full departmental support.