Pakistan

Bureau Report
Tharparkar
Al Mustafa Welfare Trust has continued its mission of serving underprivileged communities in the desert region of Tharparkar through the construction of mosques in remote and impoverished settlements. The mosque project, which has been underway for several years, has already completed a significant number of mosques across the region.
These mosques are providing local desert-dwelling Muslim communities with peaceful places for worship, where residents offer prayers and express heartfelt gratitude for the efforts of the Al Mustafa team and its generous donors.
During her recent visit to Tharparkar, Managing Director of Al Mustafa Pakistan, Nusrat Saleem, accompanied by donors, inspected several completed mosques and met with Imams and worshippers serving and attending the mosques. Local residents warmly thanked Al Mustafa for supporting their communities through the construction of these places of worship and offered sincere prayers for the donors.
The minarets of the mosques built by Al Mustafa now echo five times a day with the calls of “Allahu Akbar” and “Hayya ‘alal Falah,” creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere in the desert region. The ongoing prayers and acts of worship in these mosques continue to serve as a lasting source of blessings and reward for the donors who made the project possible.
Photography: Nasir Iqbal

Bureau Report
Al Mustafa Welfare Trust has successfully conducted two major free eye camps in Kotli and Mansehra, providing critical eye care services, surgeries and medical screening facilities to hundreds of deserving patients.
According to progress updates released by Al Mustafa-Pakistan, the first camp was organised at Sultani Eye Hospital on 4 May 2026. During the camp, a total of 429 patients received outpatient consultation services, including 231 women and 198 men. Doctors also performed 89 successful eye surgeries, benefiting 44 female and 45 male patients.
Comprehensive medical screening was also carried out during the Kotli camp, where 101 patients underwent HCV, HBsAg and HIV tests. Among them, three patients tested positive for Hepatitis C, while no positive cases of Hepatitis B or HIV were reported. Medical teams also identified 13 diabetic patients requiring additional care and monitoring.
The second free eye camp was held on 11 May 2026 at Al Mustafa Hospital Dhodial, where hundreds of patients from surrounding areas received free eye examinations and treatment. The camp recorded 330 OPD patients, while doctors carried out 54 successful eye surgeries.
During the Mansehra camp, 65 patients underwent HCV, HBsAg and HIV screening tests. Two individuals tested positive for Hepatitis C, while no cases of Hepatitis B or HIV were detected. Medical teams also identified 12 diabetic patients. In addition, 185 patients were provided with free vision glasses and spectacles to improve their eyesight and daily quality of life.
Al Mustafa officials said the organisation remains committed to delivering quality healthcare services to underserved communities across Pakistan and Azad Kashmir, particularly through free medical camps aimed at preventing blindness and improving public health in remote areas.
The camps were coordinated by Wahid Bakhsh, who highlighted the growing need for accessible eye care facilities in disadvantaged communities.

London Post Correspondent
Islamkot, Tharparkar (Sindh)
In the arid heart of Thar, where life is shaped by resilience against drought and deprivation, a wave of compassion swept through the village of Winharri as Al Mustafa Welfare Trust delivered more than just food — it delivered hope.
Under a thoughtfully organized initiative, hundreds of families received month-long ration packages, easing the burden of daily survival in one of Pakistan’s most vulnerable regions. The effort stood as a testament to the power of collective humanity, turning an ordinary day into a moment of profound relief for the local community.
Leading the mission on ground was Managing Director Al Mustafa Pakistan, Ms. Nusrat Saleem, accompanied by esteemed donor Sheikh Muhammad Arshad, Begum Parveen Arshad, Head of Media and Public Relations Muhammad Nawaz Kharl, and South Region Manager Arham Saleem Qadri.
As the distribution unfolded, the transformation was unmistakable. Faces once marked by hardship lit up with genuine smiles. Mothers clutched ration bags with quiet gratitude, while elderly men raised their hands in prayer, blessing those who had remembered them in their time of need.
For many, this was not just a supply of food for a month — it was a reminder that they are not forgotten.
In the fading light of the Thar desert, families walked back to their humble huts, carrying provisions on their shoulders and hope in their hearts — a powerful reflection of what compassion can achieve when it reaches the most forgotten corners.
Photos: Nasir Iqbal

Bureau report
Lahore
Mian Nazir Ahmed Joyia Advocate, former President District Bar Association Bahawalnagar, was brutally murdered in his own house three days ago. Looking at the initial condition of the crime scene, one could get the impression that the matter was not simple but could be internal in nature. Important evidence was missing from the scene, especially the shell casings were not found, shoe marks were made on the blood, which apparently shows that an attempt was made to erase evidence, divert the investigation and mislead the police after the incident. Even the police were informed late, which deepened the suspicions.
Syed Shakir Ali Bukhari Advocate, while giving details of the incident, said on receiving the information, the police and Rescue 1122 reached the spot while the Crime Scene Unit was also called from Sahiwal. Later, late last night, an FIR was registered against unknown accused under sections 302/34 of the Pakistan Penal Code at the City B Division Bahawalnagar police station on the complaint of the widow of the deceased. The 17/18-year-old son of the deceased, Mian Muhammad, and the plaintiff’s brother Safdar were included as witnesses in the FIR.
Considering the sensitivity of the case, the District Police Officer Bahawalnagar immediately formed a JIT comprising senior officers. In the initial investigation, police took the 17/18-year-old son of the deceased into custody and questioned him, who first gave a statement that the murder was committed by his mother (the plaintiff) and his maternal uncle Safdar. After this revelation, the police also included the plaintiff and her brother in the investigation. Later, the son changed his statement and confessed that the murder was committed by him and his maternal uncle Safdar. Thus, the plaintiff, her son and her brother have all come under the ambit of investigation in this case and the case is moving forward in this context.
It should also be noted that Mian Nazir Ahmed Akoka Advocate was a big landowner and influential personality, who had property, housing colonies, petrol pumps and commercial assets worth billions of rupees.
The most regrettable aspect is that according to reports, the close friend of the deceased, Pir Ahmed Farid Chishti, who also represents the District Bar Association Bahawalnagar, is playing an unusual role in this case and is allegedly busy trying to save the widow. It is being said that an attempt is being made to deal with huge sums of money and divert the investigation, to get the widow out of the case, so that later the son and brother can be pardoned in court. If all this is true, then this is not only a serious violation of the law but also of the principles of justice.
I strongly appeal to the District Police Officer Bahawalnagar to be fully aware of any kind of bribery in his name or the name of his team and take strict action against such elements. The investigation should be transparent, impartial and on merit, and only the real accused should be charged in court, regardless of the outcome in court.
Similarly, the respected members of the District Bar Association Bahawalnagar are also requested not to forget this brutal murder of Mian Nazir Akoka Advocate and stand up to the demands of justice. The elements who are supporting the killers or trying to influence the investigation should be stopped because silence sometimes becomes an accomplice to injustice.

London Post Correspondent
Muzaffargarh, Punjab: Continuing its long-term rehabilitation efforts after the devastating 2025 floods, Al Mustafa Welfare Trust Pakistan is developing a dedicated housing scheme, Al Mustafa Town, in Moza Latti, Tehsil Alipur, to provide safe and dignified shelter to affected families.
The project aims to rebuild lives by offering permanent homes to those who lost everything in the catastrophic floods that ravaged large parts of the country. Beyond infrastructure, the initiative focuses on restoring stability and hope for vulnerable communities struggling to recover.

Managing Director Ms. Nusrat Saleem, accompanied by respected donor Ms. Parveen, recently visited the site to review the pace and quality of construction. During the visit, they interacted with local families and assessed ongoing work, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to timely completion and high standards.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Saleem underscored that the project represents more than just housing. “This is about restoring dignity and rebuilding futures. We are committed to helping communities stand on their feet again and become resilient in the face of future challenges,” she said.
Al Mustafa Town is designed to provide not only secure housing but also a renewed sense of community for displaced families. The initiative reflects Al Mustafa’s broader mission of sustainable rehabilitation, ensuring that those affected by natural disasters are not left behind.
The project is being widely appreciated as a meaningful step toward recovery, contributing to a stronger and more resilient Pakistan in the aftermath of one of the country’s most severe climate disasters.

London Post Correspondent
Sukkur, Sindh
Al Mustafa Welfare Trust Pakistan has inaugurated its new regional office in Sukkur, marking a significant step toward expanding its humanitarian operations across interior Sindh and Balochistan.
The office was formally opened by Managing Director Al- Mustafa welfare Trust Pakistan, Ms. Nusrat Saleem, who cut the ribbon at a ceremony attended by donors, officials, and members of the local community. The establishment of the Sukkur office is expected to strengthen the organization’s ability to deliver timely and effective welfare services in some of the most underserved regions of Pakistan.
Speaking at the occasion, Ms.Nusrat Saleem emphasized that the new regional hub would accelerate Al Mustafa’s mission of providing essential services, including healthcare, clean water, education, and emergency relief. “This office will serve as a strategic base to enhance our outreach and ensure that help reaches those who need it most, especially in remote areas of Sindh and Balochistan” she said.
The ceremony was attended by Muhammad Nawaz Kharl, Head of Media and Public Relations; Arham Saleem Qadri, Manager South; Jahangir Khan Sultani; distinguished donor Engineer Muhammad Arshad; Baji Parveen Arshad; and other notable figures from the city.
Participants lauded the initiative, expressing confidence that the new office would play a pivotal role in scaling up development and relief projects in the region.
Al Mustafa Welfare Trust continues to expand its footprint across Pakistan, with the Sukkur office representing a renewed commitment to serving vulnerable communities and improving lives through sustainable welfare initiatives.
Photo by: Nasir Iqbal