Rawalpindi: Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, visited Eidgah Sharif in Rawalpindi, where he underscored the importance of spiritual institutions in fostering national unity and religious harmony. The visit included key figures such as the British High Commissioner, Ms. Jane Marriott, and Federal Minister for Education Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui.

According to Senate of Pakistan, the guests were welcomed by Pir Syed Muhammad Hassan Haseeb-ur-Rehman, the Custodian of Eidgah Sharif, who provided an overview of the shrine’s historical and spiritual significance. For over a century and a half, Eidgah Sharif has been a center for spiritual guidance and Islamic values, attracting numerous devotees from both Pakistan and abroad.

Chairman Gilani lauded the contributions of Eidgah Sharif to religious and social services and commended the role of Sufi saints in promoting peace and tolerance. He emphasized Islam’s teachings of peace, fraternity, and mutual respect, asserting that terrorism and extremism have no place in the religion.

Addressing the country’s political and economic climate, Chairman Gilani called for national unity and political stability. He stressed the necessity for political stakeholders to prioritize national interests over personal agendas to tackle Pakistan’s challenges effectively. He reiterated Parliament’s commitment to fostering national consensus and democratic values.

Chairman Gilani highlighted economic stability as a priority, advocating for investment promotion, export enhancement, and employment creation. He expressed optimism that through coordinated policies and national unity, Pakistan would achieve sustainable growth and stability. He also underscored the need for collective resolve to combat terrorism, poverty, and unemployment.

In his concluding remarks, Chairman Gilani expressed hope that spiritual institutions like Eidgah Sharif would continue contributing to a peaceful and cohesive Pakistan by promoting love, tolerance, and interfaith respect.