Web Desk — November 2, 2025
Lahore: Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique announced special wards in Lahore and Faisalabad hospitals for Sikh pilgrims visiting for Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birthday celebrations.
During a joint meeting with Minority Affairs Minister Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, he said CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif is personally overseeing arrangements. “All religions respect Baba Guru Nanak. Visiting Nankana Sahib shows solidarity with Sikhs,” he added.
Safety and comfort are priorities: Duty officers must treat pilgrims courteously, with uninterrupted food supplies and quality medical care. The district administration was praised for excellent prep.
Minister Arora said events start with Akhand Pat, main ceremony on November 5 at Gurdwara Janam Asthan, plus a Nagar Kirtan procession.
Around 2,100 Indian pilgrims will enter via Wagah, joining 30,000 from Pakistan and abroad. Fixed-rate goods and smooth traffic plans are ensured. CM Maryam attends minority events personally.
