Pakistani Pilgrims Arrive in Ajmer to Offer 'Chadar' on Behalf of Their Government

Jaipur, Jan 7 (NationPress) As the 813th Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishti Garib Nawaz unfolds in Ajmer, a group of pilgrims from Pakistan arrived on Tuesday morning to present a 'chadar' on behalf of the Pakistani government.

The pilgrims brought along special offerings, including renowned Pakistani sweets and bouquets of flowers, as a token of their reverence.

On Monday, 89 pilgrims crossed into India through the Wagah Border (Amritsar, Punjab) and reached Ajmer via a special train, arriving at 2:56 am on Tuesday.

They were accompanied by two officials from the Pakistani Embassy.

Upon arriving at the Ajmer railway station, many pilgrims raised their hands in prayer, expressing gratitude for reaching the holy city.

Some performed devotional songs such as 'Mere Khwaja Piya, Dar Par Bulwa Liya.'

Almost all members of the group carried a chadar to present at the shrine of Garib Nawaz.

Syed Abdul Wahab Qadri, one of the pilgrims, conveyed his feelings, saying, 'We have come to the land of Khwaja Saheb. May your country prosper. We will pray at the shrine for unity between India and Pakistan.'

Another pilgrim commented, 'Masha Allah, relations between the two countries are very good. We will pray for even better ties.'

Ajmer GRP CO Ram Avatar confirmed the group's arrival, stating, 'There are 91 members in the group, including two officers. They were received at the station amid tight security and escorted to Central Girls School in Ajmer, where arrangements for their stay have been made.'

Due to heightened security concerns, the administration, police, GRP, and other security agencies were on high alert.

Prior to the train's arrival, security checks were conducted at the Ajmer railway station by CID and GRP teams.

Armed soldiers, commandos, and police personnel were stationed throughout the area to ensure safety.

The pilgrims were then taken to their accommodations under strict security via road buses.

Each year, a lottery system organized by the Pakistani government determines the pilgrims permitted to participate in the Ajmer Urs.

The list of chosen pilgrims is sent to the Indian government, which then decides the final number of participants allowed entry.

Traditionally, the pilgrims stay in Ajmer’s Chudi Bazar, where the district administration manages their arrangements.

A specific date is coordinated with the Pakistani group for the ceremonial offering of the chadar.

On this occasion, the pilgrims partake in a vibrant procession, singing and dancing as they present the chadar at the shrine, continuing a long-standing tradition of devotion and unity.