Kiren Rijiju, Minister of Minority Affairs & Parliamentary Affairs, today presented a sacred Chadar on behalf of Prime Minister ,Shri Narendra Modi at the revered shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer.
The annual Urs commemorates the great Sufi saint, an event symbolizing harmony, spirituality, and devotion. In conjunction with this solemn presentation, the Minister unveiled several initiatives to enhance the experience and convenience of pilgrims visiting the Dargah.
The initiatives include the release of the Operations Manual for Urs, the launch of the official Dargah Web Portal, and the introduction of the "Garib Nawaz" App. The Operations Manual for Urs is a comprehensive guide designed to ensure the effective organization of the event, with detailed protocols for crowd management, security, healthcare, and sustainability.
The Dargah Web Portal and the "Garib Nawaz" App aim to modernize pilgrim services, providing online information about the Dargah, schedules of events, lodging facilities, and other conveniences. These platforms also facilitate transparency and accessibility, aligning with the Government of India’s vision of Digital India.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Rijiju remarked, "The Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti is a unique occasion that brings people together, transcending boundaries of faith and culture. With these new initiatives, we strive to uphold the sanctity of the event while ensuring a seamless and enriched experience for the devotees."
The event conducted by Dargah Committee, Dargah Khwaja Saheb was also attended by Shri Bhagirath Choudhary, Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, GoI, Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary, Minority Affairs, Representative of Sajjadanashin and both Anjuman’s of Khadims along with other dignitaries.
These initiatives underscore the government’s commitment to preserving the legacy of Khwaja Gharib Nawaz while embracing technological advancements to serve pilgrims in a better way.