The World Bank President\u2019s visit to a major Sikh religious site reinforces Pakistan\u2019s image of religious tolerance and boosts prospects for religious tourism and international goodwill. World Bank President Ajay Pal Singh Banga visited Gurdwara Siri Punja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, Attock, where he paid respects, joined a special prayer ceremony, and shared a Langar (community meal) with the Sikh community, accompanied by Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Punjab Minister for Minority Affairs Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora; senior civil and police officials ensured foolproof security, while the Punjab government highlighted ongoing renovation of historical religious sites and the annual influx of thousands of local and foreign Sikh pilgrims, especially during Baisakhi, underscoring Pakistan\u2019s commitment to religious freedom and tourism promotion. Ajay Pal Singh Banga, President of the World Bank, visited Gurdwara Siri Punja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, reflecting international recognition of Pakistan\u2019s commitment to religious inclusivity and interfaith harmony. The presence of Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Punjab Minister for Minority Affairs Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora demonstrated state-level ownership of minority protection and inclusive governance policies. Comprehensive and foolproof security arrangements by the district administration and police highlighted Pakistan\u2019s institutional capacity to host high-profile international dignitaries safely. Participation in the Langar (community kitchen) alongside the Sikh community underscored values of equality, social cohesion, and communal harmony embedded in Pakistan\u2019s religious landscape. Ongoing renovation and beautification of historical religious sites in Punjab reaffirmed the government\u2019s strategy to promote religious tourism and attract thousands of local and foreign pilgrims annually.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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