KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah praised the Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre (MALC) for its 70 years of service during an event celebrating the institution’s Platinum Jubilee and the 73rd World Leprosy Day. The gathering, held at the Marriott Hotel, included notable attendees such as the Consul General of Germany and MALC CEO Marven Lobo. Shah highlighted the organization’s evolution from a leprosy control initiative to a significant humanitarian institution, emphasizing its dedicated service to marginalized communities.
According to Chief Minister Sindh, Shah paid tribute to Dr. Ruth Pfau, recognizing her central role in combating leprosy in Pakistan. He acknowledged the contributions of the Daughters of the Heart of Mary, the congregation associated with Dr. Pfau, to MALC’s sustained impact. Expressing gratitude for Germany’s support since 1962, Shah lauded Dr. Pfau as a symbol of cross-border compassion. He welcomed MALC’s recent initiatives in inclusive development and education, reflecting the organization’s responsiveness to current social challenges.
Shah underscored MALC’s collaboration with the government as a model public-private partnership, citing mutual trust and credibility as its foundation. He mentioned the Leprosy Elimination Strategy 2024-2030 launched by MALC, committing full support from the Sindh Government. He emphasized the importance of international cooperation and technology in fulfilling the strategy’s goals. Concluding his remarks, Shah congratulated MALC for its enduring service to vulnerable populations and expressed confidence in the local team to continue Dr. Pfau’s legacy.