Special ceremonies were held in Muzaffargarh, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Sanghar, Ghotki, and Tharparkar, where community members and Alkhidmat representatives participated.

The events were attended by Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan Vice Presidents Zakirullah Mujahid and Syed Ihsanullah Waqas, along with Dr. Shankar Lal, a representative of the Hindu community. During the ceremonies, ration bags, mosquito nets, hygiene kits, and shoes were distributed among deserving Hindu families.

Speaking on the occasion, Vice President Zakirullah Mujahid said that Alkhidmat Foundation is serving humanity across Pakistan without any discrimination of religion, color, or ethnicity.

“The Hindu community in Pakistan is patriotic and plays a positive role in the country’s progress. Sharing in the happiness of our minority communities is essential for promoting interfaith harmony and strengthening social unity,” he said.

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He added that Alkhidmat Foundation has so far distributed Diwali and Christmas gifts among more than 45,000 families nationwide.

Vice President Syed Ihsanullah Waqas said that the organization aims to foster peace, tolerance, and mutual respect in society.

“Just as Eid gifts are distributed among Muslim communities, Alkhidmat ensures that Hindu and Christian families are also included in celebrations during Diwali and Christmas,” he added.

Speaking on behalf of the Hindu community, Dr. Shankar Lal thanked Alkhidmat Foundation for its continued humanitarian efforts and appreciated the organization’s commitment to promoting interfaith harmony and social welfare.