LAHORE (Dunya News) - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has extended her greetings to the Muslim community on the arrival of Ramadan, praying that the holy month brings blessings, peace, and stability across the Islamic world.
In a statement from the provincial capital, she urged citizens to offer special prayers during Sehri, Iftar, and Tarawih for the safety and prosperity of the country and nation.
She highlighted that the Quran emphasizes that even the smallest good deed is rewarded, and Ramadan provides a rare opportunity to earn Allah’s pleasure, mercy, and blessings.
Maryam Nawaz also called for keeping tables open for the needy during Sehri and Iftar, stressing that Ramadan fosters values of compassion, gratitude, and generosity. “We are grateful to Allah for the opportunity to benefit from the blessings of this sacred month,” she added.
She said Ramadan should convey a message of peace, progress, and prosperity for Pakistan, emphasizing that it is not only a time for worship but also for helping the less fortunate. Citizens with means are encouraged to support those in need.
Under the Ramadan Guardian Card initiative, 40 lakh families are receiving Rs10,000 each. Efforts have been made to eliminate queues at ration points, with the state delivering aid directly to the needy.
The CM added that over 300 tables have been arranged for Sehri and Iftar across 147 districts, while convenience markets throughout Punjab have been transformed into Ramadan bazaars.