Prominent Sindh political figure, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Jr., on Thursday stressed the urgent need to enhance conservation efforts at the historically significant Makli graveyard, describing the ancient site’s cultural heritage as “globally unique.”
Mr. Bhutto, accompanied by close friends, conducted a detailed tour of the archaeological site, where he was briefed by local officials on its significance and the measures taken for its preservation.
During the extensive visit, he inspected the ancient ruins, paying special attention to the mausoleums of Jam Nizamuddin and Shaheed Doolah Darya Khan, as well as various historic tombs from the Tarkhan period.
Information about the site was provided by the Curator of the Department of Antiquities, Thatta, Ghayoor Abbas Shah, and Archaeology Engineer Sarfaraz Jatoi. They highlighted the historical importance of the Makli ruins and outlined the ongoing preservation activities.
At the conclusion of his visit, Mr. Bhutto emphasized that further measures are essential to ensure the protection of this world-renowned graveyard for future generations.