India has approved visas for only 100 Pakistani pilgrims to attend the annual Urs of Hazrat Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer Sharif, despite a quota of 500 visas. As a result, 400 visa applications have been denied, causing disappointment among many hopeful pilgrims.
A representative from Pakistan’s Religious Affairs Ministry confirmed that the visas were rejected, expressing frustration among those who had hoped to participate in the religious event.
The annual Urs, a significant religious occasion for Muslims, is held in honor of Hazrat Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti, one of the most revered Sufi saints in India. Pilgrims from Pakistan and other countries travel to Ajmer Sharif to offer their prayers and seek blessings at his shrine.
The rejection of such a large number of visa applications has upset many, as they were looking forward to attending the event. The limited number of visas granted this year has led to disappointment among those who were unable to receive approval in time.
The event remains an important pilgrimage for many, and the decision to restrict visas has drawn attention, especially given the longstanding religious and cultural ties between Pakistan and India.
Despite the restrictions, some hopeful pilgrims are still optimistic and are hoping for a change in the decision before the event. However, the chances of any further approvals seem uncertain, leaving many in disappointment.
