K.Bhai for the English translation of above Nazam.Northern Pakistan Visit 2026, May
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K.Bhai for the English translation of above Nazam.
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HUNZA PIPE BAND
15 pairs of our Jamati Band began their celebration walk from Altit early in the morning, crossing all 60 JKs along the way before reaching Aliabad by late evening. Covering this entire journey on foot — while continuously playing — was truly a remarkable display of passion, unity, and spirit.
15 pairs of our Jamati Band began their celebration walk from Altit early in the morning, crossing all 60 JKs along the way before reaching Aliabad by late evening. Covering this entire journey on foot — while continuously playing — was truly a remarkable display of passion, unity, and spirit.
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Prince Rahim Aga Khan arrives in Pakistan on six-day official visit
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ISLAMABAD: Spiritual leader of the Ismaili Shai Muslim community and its 50th Imam, Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday on his first official six-day visit, according to officials.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan met President Asif Ali Zardari at the President’s House in Islamabad on Wednesday, officials said.
He is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of the government and will remain in the country from May 20 to May 26.
During his visit, he is expected to travel to multiple areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, attend public gatherings and participate in ceremonies.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V formally assumed the role of the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community on February 11, 2025, following the death of his father and predecessor, Imam Shah Karim al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, who passed away on February 4, 2025.
Authorities have mobilised federal and regional resources for the visit and said it will be accorded state guest status.
Officials said large gatherings are expected in areas including Passu Cones in Hunza, Gilgit city, Gahkuch Bala, Taus Yasin and Ishkoman. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at some venues to manage crowd sizes, officials said.
For security and logistics, the federal government has also been requested to provide a bulletproof vehicle for the visiting dignitary.
Authorities have recommended opening the Babusar Road as an alternative route and placing the National Highway Authority on alert at sensitive points. Police and the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) have been assigned special responsibilities for road maintenance, traffic management and security along the Karakoram Highway from Nasirabad Bridge to Sost Dry Port.
Officials said instructions have also been issued to ensure uninterrupted power supply in Upper Hunza and adjoining areas during the visit. Additional transport arrangements are being made for visitors, along with adjustments in travel timings to facilitate movement across the region.
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Gilgit-Baltistan readies for Aga Khan’s visit
In this handout photo, released by the Associated Press of Pakistan, Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari (left) condoles death of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV during a meeting with his son Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, in Lisbon, Portugal on February 10, 2025. — APP
GILGIT: Preparations for a visit by Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, have reached fever pitch, prompting a large-scale mobilisation of federal and regional resources in Gilgit-Baltistan, officials said on Friday.
Authorities have been directed to complete all arrangements for the visit, scheduled for May 21-25. Prince Rahim will be accorded the status of a state guest as he visits GB areas, attends public gatherings, and addresses different ceremonies.
The plans were reviewed on Friday at a meeting, where Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, Amir Muqam, was briefed on the details.
Officials anticipate large gatherings in the Passu Cones area of Hunza; Gilgit City, Gahkuch Bala, and Taus Yasin. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at certain venues to manage the expected crowds, officials told the minister.
For security and travel, the federal government has been requested to provide a bulletproof vehicle. Recommendations were also made to immediately open Babusar Road as an alternative route and to keep the National Highway Authority on alert at sensitive points.
The police and the Frontier Works Organisation have been assigned special responsibilities to ensure road improvement, smooth traffic flow, and security on the Karakoram Highway from Nasirabad Bridge to Sost Dry Port.
Officials said directions were issued to ensure an uninterrupted power supply in Upper Hunza and adjoining areas.
The administration is arranging extra transport for visitors and a special relaxation in travel timings to facilitate movement.
The meeting was attended by GB chief secretary, administrative secretaries, law enforcement representatives, and office-bearers of the Ismaili Regional Council.
The council representatives expressed satisfaction over the arrangements as the minister assured them of federal government’s complete cooperation.
Published in Dawn, May 16th, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: Spiritual leader of the Ismaili Shai Muslim community and its 50th Imam, Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday on his first official six-day visit, according to officials.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan met President Asif Ali Zardari at the President’s House in Islamabad on Wednesday, officials said.
He is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of the government and will remain in the country from May 20 to May 26.
During his visit, he is expected to travel to multiple areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, attend public gatherings and participate in ceremonies.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V formally assumed the role of the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community on February 11, 2025, following the death of his father and predecessor, Imam Shah Karim al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, who passed away on February 4, 2025.
Authorities have mobilised federal and regional resources for the visit and said it will be accorded state guest status.
Officials said large gatherings are expected in areas including Passu Cones in Hunza, Gilgit city, Gahkuch Bala, Taus Yasin and Ishkoman. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at some venues to manage crowd sizes, officials said.
For security and logistics, the federal government has also been requested to provide a bulletproof vehicle for the visiting dignitary.
Authorities have recommended opening the Babusar Road as an alternative route and placing the National Highway Authority on alert at sensitive points. Police and the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) have been assigned special responsibilities for road maintenance, traffic management and security along the Karakoram Highway from Nasirabad Bridge to Sost Dry Port.
Officials said instructions have also been issued to ensure uninterrupted power supply in Upper Hunza and adjoining areas during the visit. Additional transport arrangements are being made for visitors, along with adjustments in travel timings to facilitate movement across the region.
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Gilgit-Baltistan readies for Aga Khan’s visit
In this handout photo, released by the Associated Press of Pakistan, Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari (left) condoles death of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV during a meeting with his son Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, in Lisbon, Portugal on February 10, 2025. — APP
GILGIT: Preparations for a visit by Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, have reached fever pitch, prompting a large-scale mobilisation of federal and regional resources in Gilgit-Baltistan, officials said on Friday.
Authorities have been directed to complete all arrangements for the visit, scheduled for May 21-25. Prince Rahim will be accorded the status of a state guest as he visits GB areas, attends public gatherings, and addresses different ceremonies.
The plans were reviewed on Friday at a meeting, where Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, Amir Muqam, was briefed on the details.
Officials anticipate large gatherings in the Passu Cones area of Hunza; Gilgit City, Gahkuch Bala, and Taus Yasin. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at certain venues to manage the expected crowds, officials told the minister.
For security and travel, the federal government has been requested to provide a bulletproof vehicle. Recommendations were also made to immediately open Babusar Road as an alternative route and to keep the National Highway Authority on alert at sensitive points.
The police and the Frontier Works Organisation have been assigned special responsibilities to ensure road improvement, smooth traffic flow, and security on the Karakoram Highway from Nasirabad Bridge to Sost Dry Port.
Officials said directions were issued to ensure an uninterrupted power supply in Upper Hunza and adjoining areas.
The administration is arranging extra transport for visitors and a special relaxation in travel timings to facilitate movement.
The meeting was attended by GB chief secretary, administrative secretaries, law enforcement representatives, and office-bearers of the Ismaili Regional Council.
The council representatives expressed satisfaction over the arrangements as the minister assured them of federal government’s complete cooperation.
Published in Dawn, May 16th, 2026
https://www.dawn.com/news/2000623
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Historic Homecoming of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral
He is expected to engage with country’s leadership, including President Zardari, PM Shehbaz, and Field Marshal Munir
Shaukat Ali Khan | May 19, 2026
The forthcoming visit of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan, as the 50th Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, marks a historic and emotional moment for Pakistan, particularly for the regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. Scheduled between May 20 to 26, this first official visit carries profound spiritual, cultural, and national significance, bringing together faith, heritage, leadership, and unity.
During his time in Pakistan, His Highness is expected to engage with the country’s highest leadership, including the president, the prime minister, and the field marshal. These meetings reflect the longstanding and constructive relationship between the Ismaili Imamat and the state of Pakistan, one rooted in shared commitments to development, pluralism, education, and human progress.
Beyond Islamabad, however, it is in the majestic northern regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral where the emotional resonance of this visit will be most deeply felt. The people of these areas home to a vibrant and devoted Ismaili Jamat are awaiting this historic Deedar with immense anticipation and devotion. In Ismaili tradition, a gathering with their spiritual leader is known as Deedar, a moment of profound spiritual connection, reflection, and renewal.
Across Passu, Hunza, Gilgit, Gahkuch, and Taus, as well as in multiple locations in Chitral, preparations have reached an extraordinary scale. Entire valleys are being transformed into expressions of love and loyalty. Mountainsides are adorned with welcome messages, symbolic of the deep reverence held for their Imam. Beautifully constructed welcome gates, decorated with messages of gratitude, unity, and allegiance, stand as powerful testaments to the community’s enduring bond with its spiritual leadership.
What stands out most remarkably is the spirit of unity and harmony that defines these regions. Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral have long been examples of peaceful coexistence among diverse religious and cultural communities. Leaders and representatives of sister communities have warmly extended their support and participation in welcoming His Highness, demonstrating an extraordinary model of interfaith harmony and mutual respect. In a world often marked by division, this unity offers a powerful narrative of shared values and collective identity.
This visit also reminds the legacy of His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan, whose landmark visit to the region between October 20 to 26, 1960, left a permanent mark on its trajectory. Over the decades since, the region has witnessed remarkable transformation. From education to healthcare, infrastructure to community development, the contributions of the Aga Khan Development Network have enabled unprecedented progress.
Today, Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral boast some of the highest literacy rates and most progressive social indicators in comparable mountain regions, an achievement widely attributed to this visionary leadership.
As a direct descendant of Hazrat Ali (AS), the arrival of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan carries both spiritual and historical resonance. For the people of these mountainous regions, it is not only a visit, but also a moment of deep connection, affirmation of identity, and renewal of faith.
As the days draw closer, and strong sense of excitement and devotion continues to build. Families, communities, and generations are preparing to come together in large gatherings, united in their desire to welcome their Imam with dignity, pride, and heartfelt warmth.
“Deedar Mubarak” to the Ismaili community of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. This is not only a celebration of faith, but a reaffirmation of unity, progress, and the persistent relationship between a people and their spiritual guide.
The writer is Advisor to the President of the Aga Khan University and the Executive CDIO of the NHS West Yorkshire ICB, UK.
Historic Homecoming of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral
He is expected to engage with country’s leadership, including President Zardari, PM Shehbaz, and Field Marshal Munir
Shaukat Ali Khan | May 19, 2026
The forthcoming visit of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan, as the 50th Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, marks a historic and emotional moment for Pakistan, particularly for the regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. Scheduled between May 20 to 26, this first official visit carries profound spiritual, cultural, and national significance, bringing together faith, heritage, leadership, and unity.
During his time in Pakistan, His Highness is expected to engage with the country’s highest leadership, including the president, the prime minister, and the field marshal. These meetings reflect the longstanding and constructive relationship between the Ismaili Imamat and the state of Pakistan, one rooted in shared commitments to development, pluralism, education, and human progress.
Beyond Islamabad, however, it is in the majestic northern regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral where the emotional resonance of this visit will be most deeply felt. The people of these areas home to a vibrant and devoted Ismaili Jamat are awaiting this historic Deedar with immense anticipation and devotion. In Ismaili tradition, a gathering with their spiritual leader is known as Deedar, a moment of profound spiritual connection, reflection, and renewal.
Across Passu, Hunza, Gilgit, Gahkuch, and Taus, as well as in multiple locations in Chitral, preparations have reached an extraordinary scale. Entire valleys are being transformed into expressions of love and loyalty. Mountainsides are adorned with welcome messages, symbolic of the deep reverence held for their Imam. Beautifully constructed welcome gates, decorated with messages of gratitude, unity, and allegiance, stand as powerful testaments to the community’s enduring bond with its spiritual leadership.
What stands out most remarkably is the spirit of unity and harmony that defines these regions. Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral have long been examples of peaceful coexistence among diverse religious and cultural communities. Leaders and representatives of sister communities have warmly extended their support and participation in welcoming His Highness, demonstrating an extraordinary model of interfaith harmony and mutual respect. In a world often marked by division, this unity offers a powerful narrative of shared values and collective identity.
This visit also reminds the legacy of His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan, whose landmark visit to the region between October 20 to 26, 1960, left a permanent mark on its trajectory. Over the decades since, the region has witnessed remarkable transformation. From education to healthcare, infrastructure to community development, the contributions of the Aga Khan Development Network have enabled unprecedented progress.
Today, Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral boast some of the highest literacy rates and most progressive social indicators in comparable mountain regions, an achievement widely attributed to this visionary leadership.
As a direct descendant of Hazrat Ali (AS), the arrival of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan carries both spiritual and historical resonance. For the people of these mountainous regions, it is not only a visit, but also a moment of deep connection, affirmation of identity, and renewal of faith.
As the days draw closer, and strong sense of excitement and devotion continues to build. Families, communities, and generations are preparing to come together in large gatherings, united in their desire to welcome their Imam with dignity, pride, and heartfelt warmth.
“Deedar Mubarak” to the Ismaili community of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. This is not only a celebration of faith, but a reaffirmation of unity, progress, and the persistent relationship between a people and their spiritual guide.
The writer is Advisor to the President of the Aga Khan University and the Executive CDIO of the NHS West Yorkshire ICB, UK.
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ISLAMABAD: Spiritual leader of the Ismaili Shai Muslim community and its 50th Imam, Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday on his first official six-day visit, according to officials.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan met President Asif Ali Zardari at the President’s House in Islamabad on Wednesday, officials said.
He is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of the government and will remain in the country from May 20 to May 26.
During his visit, he is expected to travel to multiple areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, attend public gatherings and participate in ceremonies.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V formally assumed the role of the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community on February 11, 2025, following the death of his father and predecessor, Imam Shah Karim al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, who passed away on February 4, 2025.
Authorities have mobilised federal and regional resources for the visit and said it will be accorded state guest status.
Officials said large gatherings are expected in areas including Passu Cones in Hunza, Gilgit city, Gahkuch Bala, Taus Yasin and Ishkoman. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at some venues to manage crowd sizes, officials said.
For security and logistics, the federal government has also been requested to provide a bulletproof vehicle for the visiting dignitary.
Authorities have recommended opening the Babusar Road as an alternative route and placing the National Highway Authority on alert at sensitive points. Police and the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) have been assigned special responsibilities for road maintenance, traffic management and security along the Karakoram Highway from Nasirabad Bridge to Sost Dry Port.
Officials said instructions have also been issued to ensure uninterrupted power supply in Upper Hunza and adjoining areas during the visit. Additional transport arrangements are being made for visitors, along with adjustments in travel timings to facilitate movement across the region.
ISLAMABAD: Spiritual leader of the Ismaili Shai Muslim community and its 50th Imam, Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday on his first official six-day visit, according to officials.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan met President Asif Ali Zardari at the President’s House in Islamabad on Wednesday, officials said.
He is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of the government and will remain in the country from May 20 to May 26.
During his visit, he is expected to travel to multiple areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, attend public gatherings and participate in ceremonies.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V formally assumed the role of the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community on February 11, 2025, following the death of his father and predecessor, Imam Shah Karim al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, who passed away on February 4, 2025.
Authorities have mobilised federal and regional resources for the visit and said it will be accorded state guest status.
Officials said large gatherings are expected in areas including Passu Cones in Hunza, Gilgit city, Gahkuch Bala, Taus Yasin and Ishkoman. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at some venues to manage crowd sizes, officials said.
For security and logistics, the federal government has also been requested to provide a bulletproof vehicle for the visiting dignitary.
Authorities have recommended opening the Babusar Road as an alternative route and placing the National Highway Authority on alert at sensitive points. Police and the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) have been assigned special responsibilities for road maintenance, traffic management and security along the Karakoram Highway from Nasirabad Bridge to Sost Dry Port.
Officials said instructions have also been issued to ensure uninterrupted power supply in Upper Hunza and adjoining areas during the visit. Additional transport arrangements are being made for visitors, along with adjustments in travel timings to facilitate movement across the region.
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Mawlana Hazar Imam received by Pakistan President on arrival in Pakistan
President of Pakistan His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari and his daughter First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari prepare to welcome Mawlana Hazar Imam to Islamabad.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam is welcomed to Islamabad by the President of Pakistan, His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam is welcomed to Islamabad by Pakistan's First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari.
Mawlana Hazar Imam accepts a bouquet of flowers from a young member of the Ismaili Volunteers.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Attaullah Tarar, Federal Minister for Information greets Mawlana Hazar Imam upon his arrival into Pakistan.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Senator Saleem Mandviwalla greets Mawlana Hazar Imam upon his arrival into Pakistan.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Nizar Mewawalla, President of the Ismaili Council for Pakistan, welcomes Mawlana Hazar Imam to Islamabad.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Sultan Ali Allana, Director of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development, welcomes Mawlana Hazar Imam to Islamabad.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
President Asif Ali Zardari and Mawlana Hazar Imam prepare to depart the airport for a meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President's official residence.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in Islamabad today on an official visit to Pakistan, at the invitation of the government. He was welcomed at the airport by the President of Pakistan His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari and his daughter First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari. Also present were Attaullah Tarar, Federal Minister for Information; Saleem Mandviwalla, Member of the Senate; Nizar Mewawalla, President of the Ismaili Council for Pakistan; Sultan Ali Allana, Director of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development; and a delegation of Jamati leaders.
President Zardari and Hazar Imam then travelled together to Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President's official residence, where a formal guard of honour was presented. Following a bilateral meeting, President Zardari is hosting a banquet this evening in honour of the visit.
In the days ahead, Mawlana Hazar Imam will meet with Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and other senior government officials in the capital, before travelling to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral to spend time the Jamat in the Northern Areas of the country, home to a large concentration of Ismailis.
Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral carry centuries of rich heritage and history, set against some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world. Once an integral link on the ancient Silk Road, the region today is a global hub for mountaineering and cultural tourism, known for its distinctive blend of traditions.
Across these valleys and mountain communities, preparations have been underway for weeks, with the Jamat planning, building, and celebrating in anticipation of welcoming their Imam.
For all the latest official news, photographs, and ongoing coverage of the visit, sign up to our email updates and follow The Ismaili on social media.
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President of Pakistan His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari and his daughter First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari prepare to welcome Mawlana Hazar Imam to Islamabad.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam is welcomed to Islamabad by the President of Pakistan, His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam is welcomed to Islamabad by Pakistan's First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari.
Mawlana Hazar Imam accepts a bouquet of flowers from a young member of the Ismaili Volunteers.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Attaullah Tarar, Federal Minister for Information greets Mawlana Hazar Imam upon his arrival into Pakistan.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Senator Saleem Mandviwalla greets Mawlana Hazar Imam upon his arrival into Pakistan.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Nizar Mewawalla, President of the Ismaili Council for Pakistan, welcomes Mawlana Hazar Imam to Islamabad.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Sultan Ali Allana, Director of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development, welcomes Mawlana Hazar Imam to Islamabad.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
President Asif Ali Zardari and Mawlana Hazar Imam prepare to depart the airport for a meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President's official residence.
Photo: IPL / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in Islamabad today on an official visit to Pakistan, at the invitation of the government. He was welcomed at the airport by the President of Pakistan His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari and his daughter First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari. Also present were Attaullah Tarar, Federal Minister for Information; Saleem Mandviwalla, Member of the Senate; Nizar Mewawalla, President of the Ismaili Council for Pakistan; Sultan Ali Allana, Director of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development; and a delegation of Jamati leaders.
President Zardari and Hazar Imam then travelled together to Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President's official residence, where a formal guard of honour was presented. Following a bilateral meeting, President Zardari is hosting a banquet this evening in honour of the visit.
In the days ahead, Mawlana Hazar Imam will meet with Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and other senior government officials in the capital, before travelling to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral to spend time the Jamat in the Northern Areas of the country, home to a large concentration of Ismailis.
Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral carry centuries of rich heritage and history, set against some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world. Once an integral link on the ancient Silk Road, the region today is a global hub for mountaineering and cultural tourism, known for its distinctive blend of traditions.
Across these valleys and mountain communities, preparations have been underway for weeks, with the Jamat planning, building, and celebrating in anticipation of welcoming their Imam.
For all the latest official news, photographs, and ongoing coverage of the visit, sign up to our email updates and follow The Ismaili on social media.
https://the.ismaili/pk/en/news/mawlana- ... n-pakistan
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تیرے عشق کا مولیٰ مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے،
نہ اپنی خبر ہے، نہ موت کی فکر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۱
تیری یاد کے سجدے میں یہ دل اب ڈوب گیا ہے،
نہ درد کی، نہ غموں کی کوئی فکر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۲
تیری نعمتوں سے اب میں ہو گیا ہوں سیراب،
اب ہر غم بھی جیسے کوئی میٹھا سا سفر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۳
ہوتا نہیں اب تو مجھ سے صبر اس جدائی میں،
ہر سانس میں میری اب دیدار کا اثر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۴
تیرے عشق نے مجھ کو پاگل سا بنا ڈالا،
اب جہاں بھی دیکھوں، بس تو ہی تو بسر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۵
تیری رحمت کی بارش میں بھیگ گئی یہ روح میری،
اب ہر دعا میں بس تیری ہی گزر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۶
تیری چوکھٹ پہ آ کر ملا دل کو ایسا سکون ہے،
اب دنیا کی ہر چاہت بے اثر ہے
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔
۷
Ashraf Agakhani
نہ اپنی خبر ہے، نہ موت کی فکر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۱
تیری یاد کے سجدے میں یہ دل اب ڈوب گیا ہے،
نہ درد کی، نہ غموں کی کوئی فکر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۲
تیری نعمتوں سے اب میں ہو گیا ہوں سیراب،
اب ہر غم بھی جیسے کوئی میٹھا سا سفر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۳
ہوتا نہیں اب تو مجھ سے صبر اس جدائی میں،
ہر سانس میں میری اب دیدار کا اثر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۴
تیرے عشق نے مجھ کو پاگل سا بنا ڈالا،
اب جہاں بھی دیکھوں، بس تو ہی تو بسر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۵
تیری رحمت کی بارش میں بھیگ گئی یہ روح میری،
اب ہر دعا میں بس تیری ہی گزر ہے۔
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔ ۶
تیری چوکھٹ پہ آ کر ملا دل کو ایسا سکون ہے،
اب دنیا کی ہر چاہت بے اثر ہے
تیرے عشق کا مجھ پہ ہوا یہ اثر ہے۔
۷
Ashraf Agakhani
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Google translation
This is the effect of your love on me,
I am not aware of myself, nor am I worried about death.
This is the effect of your love on me. 1
This heart is now immersed in the prostration of your memory,
I have no concern for pain or sorrow.
This is the effect of your love on me. 2
I am now saturated with your blessings,
now every sorrow is like a sweet journey.
This is the effect of your love on me. 3
Now I cannot be patient with you in this separation,
every breath I take now has the effect of seeing you.
This is the effect of your love on me. 4
Your love has made me crazy,
now wherever I look, only you are there.
This is the effect of your love on me. 5
This soul of mine is drenched in the rain of your mercy,
now only you are present in every prayer.
This is the effect of your love on me. 6
Having come to your threshold, my heart feels such peace,
now every desire of the world is ineffective,
this is the effect of your love on me.
7
Ashraf Agakhani
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President of Pakistan honours Mawlana Hazar Imam with state banquet
Mawlana Hazar Imam is presented with a guard of honour upon arrival at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Members of Pakistan’s Army, Navy and Air Force present a guard of honour at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Mawlana Hazar Imam is presented with a guard of honour upon arrival at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Asif Ali Zardari with their respective delegations.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Asif Ali Zardari with their respective delegations.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir accompany Mawlana Hazar Imam at a state banquet at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Pakistan’s senior leaders, federal ministers, members of parliament and members of the diplomatic community attended a dinner this evening hosted to honour Mawlana Hazar Imam.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam with President Asif Ali Zardari (L) and Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif (R).
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Field Marshal and Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir bids farewell to Mawlana Hazar Imam after the state banquet.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif bids farewell to Mawlana Hazar Imam after the state banquet.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam attended a dinner this evening hosted in his honour by the President of Pakistan His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Guests at the banquet included Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal and Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir, Chairman of the Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, and Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah.
Also in attendance were federal ministers, members of parliament and members of the diplomatic community.
The dinner followed a meeting between Hazar Imam and President Zardari, where they discussed the well established partnership between the Ismaili Imamat and Pakistan, including AKDN’s various projects and programmes across the country.
AKDN has been active in Pakistan since 1905. Its agencies complement the government’s efforts across health, education, rural development, culture, and economic development, and have received numerous national and international awards for their programmes.
This is the first time Hazar Imam is visiting Pakistan since 2024, when President Zardari conferred upon him the Nishan-e-Pakistan, the nation's highest civilian award, in recognition of his family’s longstanding contributions to the country. Mawlana Shah Karim received the same honour in 1983, joining a distinguished list of recipients that includes Queen Elizabeth II and Nelson Mandela.
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Mawlana Hazar Imam is presented with a guard of honour upon arrival at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Members of Pakistan’s Army, Navy and Air Force present a guard of honour at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Mawlana Hazar Imam is presented with a guard of honour upon arrival at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Asif Ali Zardari with their respective delegations.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Asif Ali Zardari with their respective delegations.
Photo: AKDN / Rahil Imtiaz Ali
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir accompany Mawlana Hazar Imam at a state banquet at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Pakistan’s senior leaders, federal ministers, members of parliament and members of the diplomatic community attended a dinner this evening hosted to honour Mawlana Hazar Imam.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam with President Asif Ali Zardari (L) and Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif (R).
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Field Marshal and Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir bids farewell to Mawlana Hazar Imam after the state banquet.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif bids farewell to Mawlana Hazar Imam after the state banquet.
Photo: AKDN / Akbar Hakim
Mawlana Hazar Imam attended a dinner this evening hosted in his honour by the President of Pakistan His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President’s official residence.
Guests at the banquet included Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal and Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir, Chairman of the Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, and Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah.
Also in attendance were federal ministers, members of parliament and members of the diplomatic community.
The dinner followed a meeting between Hazar Imam and President Zardari, where they discussed the well established partnership between the Ismaili Imamat and Pakistan, including AKDN’s various projects and programmes across the country.
AKDN has been active in Pakistan since 1905. Its agencies complement the government’s efforts across health, education, rural development, culture, and economic development, and have received numerous national and international awards for their programmes.
This is the first time Hazar Imam is visiting Pakistan since 2024, when President Zardari conferred upon him the Nishan-e-Pakistan, the nation's highest civilian award, in recognition of his family’s longstanding contributions to the country. Mawlana Shah Karim received the same honour in 1983, joining a distinguished list of recipients that includes Queen Elizabeth II and Nelson Mandela.
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Welcome to a special edition of The Ismaili Update as President Asif Ali Zardari welcomes Mawlana Hazar Imam to Pakistan. Join our host Fatemah from Islamabad for today’s highlights and a sneak peek into the preparations underway…
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm_sourc ... e=youtu.be
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Decoration with real fresh fruits and dates gate to welcome Hazir Imam
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2026, May 20:
VIDEO: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2212333639505490
Voice Of GB
A grand evening of honour and hospitality was hosted in Islamabad in honour of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V.
Pakistan’s top leadership, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir and senior civil and military officials, attended the occasion. The event reflected warmth, respect, and the strong bond shared between Pakistan and the Ismaili community.
VIDEO: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2212333639505490
Voice Of GB
A grand evening of honour and hospitality was hosted in Islamabad in honour of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V.
Pakistan’s top leadership, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir and senior civil and military officials, attended the occasion. The event reflected warmth, respect, and the strong bond shared between Pakistan and the Ismaili community.
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2026, May 20: Arrival in Islamabad - video from DAWN
VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2026/2026- ... rrival.mp4
Meeting in Islamabad:
VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2026/2026-05-20-meet.mp4
VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2026/2026- ... rrival.mp4
Meeting in Islamabad:
VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2026/2026-05-20-meet.mp4
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Voiceup Pakistan
His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th Ismaili spiritual leader, is currently undertaking an official visit to Pakistan from May 20 to May 26, 2026.
His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th Ismaili spiritual leader, is currently undertaking an official visit to Pakistan from May 20 to May 26, 2026.
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Independent Pakistan
@IndePakOfficial
Aga Khan V, on first visit as Ismaili spiritual leader, meets Zardari and reaffirms AKDN’s development pledge in Pakistan
@IndePakOfficial
Aga Khan V, on first visit as Ismaili spiritual leader, meets Zardari and reaffirms AKDN’s development pledge in Pakistan
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APP
@appcsocialmedia
Translated from Urdu
Official Reception Ceremony in Honor of Prince Rahim Aga Khan, the Spiritual Leader of the Ismaili Community, at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad
VIDEO: https://x.com/appcsocialmedia/status/20 ... 6088558784
@appcsocialmedia
Translated from Urdu
Official Reception Ceremony in Honor of Prince Rahim Aga Khan, the Spiritual Leader of the Ismaili Community, at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad
VIDEO: https://x.com/appcsocialmedia/status/20 ... 6088558784
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PTV News
@PTVNewsOfficial
Translated from Urdu
VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2026/2026-05-20-786.mp4
The spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, Prince Rahim Aga Khan, has arrived in Islamabad. President Asif Ali Zardari welcomed the esteemed guest at Noor Khan Airbase.
The First Lady, respected Asifa Bhutto Zardari, was also present alongside the President of the country. Children dressed in traditional cultural attire presented flowers to the esteemed guest. Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar and senior officials were also in attendance.
@PTVNewsOfficial
Translated from Urdu
VIDEO: https://ismaili.net/timeline/2026/2026-05-20-786.mp4
The spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, Prince Rahim Aga Khan, has arrived in Islamabad. President Asif Ali Zardari welcomed the esteemed guest at Noor Khan Airbase.
The First Lady, respected Asifa Bhutto Zardari, was also present alongside the President of the country. Children dressed in traditional cultural attire presented flowers to the esteemed guest. Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar and senior officials were also in attendance.
Jashan-e-Deedari
Jashan-e-Deedari is a song of celebration and gratitude for Mawlana Hazar Imam’s arrival in Pakistan. It features verses in Urdu, Burushaski, Wakhi, Khowar, and Shina — languages spoken in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUXC37UJmmI
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUXC37UJmmI
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Sharing as received
Sharing this based on a conversation I had with a local:
There is something deeply moving about what is happening in the northern areas of Pakistan at this moment. My family is preparing for Deedar in the Passu region, where a grand Darbar is being held. Jamat from many small villages are journeying together toward the nearby village where the Deedargah and Darbar Pandal have been lovingly prepared. Families have already begun leaving a day earlier so they may arrive in time for this blessed occasion. My mother shared that two or three families are being accommodated together in the homes of local Ismaili Jamati members. The travelling Jamat has been informed that the host Jamat will lovingly take care of food and accommodation, while requesting everyone to carry some perishable items and to show special care and respect to elders and children.
The entire atmosphere, from the preparations to the Deedargah itself, feels like a glimpse of Jannah on earth. Jamatkhanas have decorated beautiful entrance gates representing their Jamats, adorned with messages from qasidas and Qur'anic ayas. Every heart seems to be beating with one emotion, one anticipation, one love.
But Deedar in the northern areas of Pakistan is not just a Deedar. It is unique in its own sense, not only for the Ismaili Jamat but also for many sister communities around them. There is a happiness that spreads beyond boundaries. Volunteers step forward without hesitation, standing in rain and cold, picking up rocks one by one, clearing landslides and roads so murids can safely reach the Deedargah. People from other communities who have benefited from the Imam's institutions also feel a sense of joy and pride because they too see happiness arriving in their region.
There is something incredibly beautiful and humbling about the devotion of the northern Jamat. Their love carries the memory of hardships, struggles, sorrows and sacrifices of generations before them. Remembering their departed ruhani family members who are no longer present to witness this blessed occasion, many shed tears as they await the arrival of Noor. Their concern is often not whether they will touch the Imam or wave at the Imam. Their greatest desire is simply to preserve and carry their love and devotion deeply in their hearts. There is something in that sincerity from which all of us can learn.
I can only wish I were there physically, but my heart is at peace knowing that my mother will receive the Deedar of the Imam of the Time. She has been sending voice messages filled with emotion and deep sentiments, and hearing them touches the heart in ways words cannot describe.
The northern Jamat flourished under Mawlana Shah Karim's Noorani chhatrchhaya, under his unconditional love, care and guidance. That is a blessing we can never forget for as long as we breathe. Yet the continuity of Imamat in Imam-e-Zaman remains an eternal mercy and a living grace. His karam and nawazish upon us are beyond measure. Even if we were given many lifetimes, perhaps even then we would never be able to fully express our shukrana.
Sharing this based on a conversation I had with a local:
There is something deeply moving about what is happening in the northern areas of Pakistan at this moment. My family is preparing for Deedar in the Passu region, where a grand Darbar is being held. Jamat from many small villages are journeying together toward the nearby village where the Deedargah and Darbar Pandal have been lovingly prepared. Families have already begun leaving a day earlier so they may arrive in time for this blessed occasion. My mother shared that two or three families are being accommodated together in the homes of local Ismaili Jamati members. The travelling Jamat has been informed that the host Jamat will lovingly take care of food and accommodation, while requesting everyone to carry some perishable items and to show special care and respect to elders and children.
The entire atmosphere, from the preparations to the Deedargah itself, feels like a glimpse of Jannah on earth. Jamatkhanas have decorated beautiful entrance gates representing their Jamats, adorned with messages from qasidas and Qur'anic ayas. Every heart seems to be beating with one emotion, one anticipation, one love.
But Deedar in the northern areas of Pakistan is not just a Deedar. It is unique in its own sense, not only for the Ismaili Jamat but also for many sister communities around them. There is a happiness that spreads beyond boundaries. Volunteers step forward without hesitation, standing in rain and cold, picking up rocks one by one, clearing landslides and roads so murids can safely reach the Deedargah. People from other communities who have benefited from the Imam's institutions also feel a sense of joy and pride because they too see happiness arriving in their region.
There is something incredibly beautiful and humbling about the devotion of the northern Jamat. Their love carries the memory of hardships, struggles, sorrows and sacrifices of generations before them. Remembering their departed ruhani family members who are no longer present to witness this blessed occasion, many shed tears as they await the arrival of Noor. Their concern is often not whether they will touch the Imam or wave at the Imam. Their greatest desire is simply to preserve and carry their love and devotion deeply in their hearts. There is something in that sincerity from which all of us can learn.
I can only wish I were there physically, but my heart is at peace knowing that my mother will receive the Deedar of the Imam of the Time. She has been sending voice messages filled with emotion and deep sentiments, and hearing them touches the heart in ways words cannot describe.
The northern Jamat flourished under Mawlana Shah Karim's Noorani chhatrchhaya, under his unconditional love, care and guidance. That is a blessing we can never forget for as long as we breathe. Yet the continuity of Imamat in Imam-e-Zaman remains an eternal mercy and a living grace. His karam and nawazish upon us are beyond measure. Even if we were given many lifetimes, perhaps even then we would never be able to fully express our shukrana.
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At breakfast meeting hosted by PM, Aga Khan expresses desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan
Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V on Thursday expressed the desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives during a breakfast meeting hosted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said.
Prince Rahim is undertaking his first visit to Pakistan since being named the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community last year.
According to a statement by the PMO, the premier warmly welcomed Prince Rahim and appreciated his commitment to fostering peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners. The prime minister also assured him of Pakistan’s shared commitment to these ideals.
Prime Minister's Office
@PakPMO
Islamabad, 21 May 2026.
Prime Minister Hosts Breakfast Meeting in Honour of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V.
Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif hosted a breakfast meeting in honour of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V on the occasion of his first official visit to Pakistan.
The Prime Minister warmly welcomed His Highness and appreciated His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V’s commitment to fostering peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners.
He assured His Highness of Pakistan’s shared commitment to these ideals.
The Prime Minister highlighted the longstanding partnership between Pakistan and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), and commended AKDN’s contributions in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship. He particularly appreciated AKDN’s impactful work in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, especially in remote and vulnerable communities.
The Prime Minister encouraged AKDN to deepen and expand its partnership with Pakistan, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, where the network’s institutional presence and community outreach are highly valued. He also welcomed enhanced engagement with Aga Khan University (AKU), noting its major contributions in healthcare and higher education.
Recognizing His Highness’s advocacy for environmental stewardship, the Prime Minister emphasized that AKDN remained a natural and trusted partner in Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen climate resilience, particularly in glacially vulnerable northern areas.
The Prime Minister thanked His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V for visiting Pakistan and assured him that Pakistan would always remain his second home. He expressed the hope that His Highness’s regular visits would further strengthen the longstanding bonds between Pakistan and the Ismaili community.
The Prime Minister also expressed his gratitude to His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V's generosity for making the Serena Hotel available on gratis basis for Islamabad Talks.
At the end، the Prime Minister extended heart felt condolences on the passing of his late father, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. The Prime Minister paid tribute to the late Aga Khan’s enduring humanitarian legacy and his longstanding association with Pakistan spanning nearly seven decades.
The Prime Minister also presented a commemorative stamp issued by Pakistan Post to honour His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV for his services to Pakistan.
His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V thanked the Prime Minister for a warm welcome extended to him in Pakistan and expressed his desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives.
Video at: https://x.com/PakPMO/status/20573738641 ... frame.html
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Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V on Thursday expressed the desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives during a breakfast meeting hosted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said.
Prince Rahim is undertaking his first visit to Pakistan since being named the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community last year.
According to a statement by the PMO, the premier warmly welcomed Prince Rahim and appreciated his commitment to fostering peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners. The prime minister also assured him of Pakistan’s shared commitment to these ideals.
Prime Minister's Office
@PakPMO
Islamabad, 21 May 2026.
Prime Minister Hosts Breakfast Meeting in Honour of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V.
Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif hosted a breakfast meeting in honour of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V on the occasion of his first official visit to Pakistan.
The Prime Minister warmly welcomed His Highness and appreciated His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V’s commitment to fostering peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners.
He assured His Highness of Pakistan’s shared commitment to these ideals.
The Prime Minister highlighted the longstanding partnership between Pakistan and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), and commended AKDN’s contributions in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship. He particularly appreciated AKDN’s impactful work in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, especially in remote and vulnerable communities.
The Prime Minister encouraged AKDN to deepen and expand its partnership with Pakistan, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, where the network’s institutional presence and community outreach are highly valued. He also welcomed enhanced engagement with Aga Khan University (AKU), noting its major contributions in healthcare and higher education.
Recognizing His Highness’s advocacy for environmental stewardship, the Prime Minister emphasized that AKDN remained a natural and trusted partner in Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen climate resilience, particularly in glacially vulnerable northern areas.
The Prime Minister thanked His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V for visiting Pakistan and assured him that Pakistan would always remain his second home. He expressed the hope that His Highness’s regular visits would further strengthen the longstanding bonds between Pakistan and the Ismaili community.
The Prime Minister also expressed his gratitude to His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V's generosity for making the Serena Hotel available on gratis basis for Islamabad Talks.
At the end، the Prime Minister extended heart felt condolences on the passing of his late father, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. The Prime Minister paid tribute to the late Aga Khan’s enduring humanitarian legacy and his longstanding association with Pakistan spanning nearly seven decades.
The Prime Minister also presented a commemorative stamp issued by Pakistan Post to honour His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV for his services to Pakistan.
His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V thanked the Prime Minister for a warm welcome extended to him in Pakistan and expressed his desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives.
Video at: https://x.com/PakPMO/status/20573738641 ... frame.html
https://www.dawn.com/news/amp/2002017
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Today, Mawlana Hazar Imam was hosted by Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad. Following the meeting, the Prime Minister presented a commemorative stamp issued by Pakistan Post in honour of Mawlana Shah Karim’s legacy, and for his services to Pakistan. Stay tuned for more updates from the visit!
Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei_vbTwRzIo
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PM Shehbaz commended the AKDN’s contributions in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship.
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday hosted a breakfast meeting for Prince Rahim Aga Khan-V wherein he encouraged the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) to deepen and expand its partnership with Pakistan, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, where its institutional presence and community outreach were highly valued.
The prime minister warmly welcomed Prince Rahim Aga Khan-V, who is on his first official visit to Pakistan, and appreciated his commitment to fostering peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners, besides assuring him of Pakistan’s shared commitment to these ideals.
Prime Minister Shehbaz highlighted the longstanding partnership between Pakistan and the AKDN, and commended its contributions in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship.
He particularly appreciated AKDN’s impactful work in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, especially in remote and vulnerable communities.
The prime minister welcomed enhanced engagement with Aga Khan University (AKU), noting its major contributions in healthcare and higher education.
Recognizing Prince Rahim’s advocacy for environmental stewardship, the prime minister emphasized that AKDN remained a natural and trusted partner in Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen climate resilience, particularly in glacially vulnerable northern areas.
He thanked Prince Rahim Aga Khan V for visiting Pakistan and assured him that Pakistan would always remain his second home, besides expressing the hope that his regular visits would further strengthen the longstanding bonds between Pakistan and the Ismaili community.
He also expressed his gratitude to Prince Rahim’s generosity for making the Serena Hotel available on gratis basis for the Islamabad Talks between Iran and the United States on April 11-12, 2026.
Prime Minister Shehbaz also extended his heartfelt condolences on the passing of Prince Rahim’s father, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, paying tribute to the deceased’s enduring humanitarian legacy and his longstanding association with Pakistan spanning nearly seven decades.
The prime minister also presented a commemorative postal stamp issued by Pakistan Post to honour the late Prince Karim Aga Khan IV for his services to Pakistan.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V thanked the prime minister for a warm welcome extended to him in Pakistan and expressed his desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives.
PM Shehbaz commended the AKDN’s contributions in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship.
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday hosted a breakfast meeting for Prince Rahim Aga Khan-V wherein he encouraged the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) to deepen and expand its partnership with Pakistan, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, where its institutional presence and community outreach were highly valued.
The prime minister warmly welcomed Prince Rahim Aga Khan-V, who is on his first official visit to Pakistan, and appreciated his commitment to fostering peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners, besides assuring him of Pakistan’s shared commitment to these ideals.
Prime Minister Shehbaz highlighted the longstanding partnership between Pakistan and the AKDN, and commended its contributions in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship.
He particularly appreciated AKDN’s impactful work in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, especially in remote and vulnerable communities.
The prime minister welcomed enhanced engagement with Aga Khan University (AKU), noting its major contributions in healthcare and higher education.
Recognizing Prince Rahim’s advocacy for environmental stewardship, the prime minister emphasized that AKDN remained a natural and trusted partner in Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen climate resilience, particularly in glacially vulnerable northern areas.
He thanked Prince Rahim Aga Khan V for visiting Pakistan and assured him that Pakistan would always remain his second home, besides expressing the hope that his regular visits would further strengthen the longstanding bonds between Pakistan and the Ismaili community.
He also expressed his gratitude to Prince Rahim’s generosity for making the Serena Hotel available on gratis basis for the Islamabad Talks between Iran and the United States on April 11-12, 2026.
Prime Minister Shehbaz also extended his heartfelt condolences on the passing of Prince Rahim’s father, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, paying tribute to the deceased’s enduring humanitarian legacy and his longstanding association with Pakistan spanning nearly seven decades.
The prime minister also presented a commemorative postal stamp issued by Pakistan Post to honour the late Prince Karim Aga Khan IV for his services to Pakistan.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V thanked the prime minister for a warm welcome extended to him in Pakistan and expressed his desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives.
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2026, May 21: Speech of H.H. The Aga Khan V
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Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Prince Rahim Aga Khan, Calls Pakistan ‘Second Home’ Of Aga Khan Family
May 21, 2026
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hosts a special reception for Prince Rahim Aga Khan and pays tribute to the late Prince Karim Aga Khan, while Ismaili communities across Sindh celebrate the Imam’s maiden visit to Pakistan
Kamran Khamiso Khowaja
Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif hosted a special breakfast reception in honor of Prince Rahim Aga Khan V on the occasion of his first official visit to Pakistan as the 50th Spiritual Leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community.
Welcoming His Highness warmly, the Prime Minister praised his commitment to promoting peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s shared commitment to these objectives and described Pakistan as the “second home” of the Aga Khan family.
During the ceremony, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the late Prince Karim Aga Khan IV and acknowledged his invaluable services to Pakistan. The Prime Minister also presented a commemorative postage stamp issued by Pakistan Post in memory of the late spiritual leader and in recognition of his longstanding contributions to the country.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed the enduring partnership between Pakistan and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), highlighting the organization’s remarkable work in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.
He encouraged the further expansion of cooperation between Pakistan and AKDN, including stronger engagement with Aga Khan University. Stressing the urgency of climate action, the Prime Minister described AKDN as a vital partner in strengthening resilience in Pakistan’s climatically vulnerable northern regions.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also thanked Prince Rahim Aga Khan V for visiting Pakistan and expressed appreciation for the provision of the Serena Hotel on a complimentary basis for the Islamabad Talks. In response, Prince Rahim Aga Khan V conveyed heartfelt gratitude for the warm welcome extended to him by the people and state of Pakistan.
Meanwhile, the arrival of Prince Rahim Aga Khan V has sparked celebrations among Ismaili communities across Pakistan. In Sindh, community centers known as Jamat Khanas were illuminated with colorful lights and decorated with flags to express love and reverence for their spiritual leader.
Cultural programs, musical evenings, and formal ceremonies were organized in various cities and towns across the province to commemorate the historic visit. Volunteers have been actively facilitating community participation throughout the celebrations.
Anwar Ali, a senior community leader from Sujawal, said that the community hopes the spiritual leader will also visit Sindh and Punjab in the near future after meeting followers in the northern areas of Pakistan.
Another community member remarked that celebrations would continue throughout the Imam’s stay in the country, reflecting the deep emotional connection between the community and its spiritual leadership.
Speaking about the teachings of the Imam, Nabeel, a young member of the community, said that their spiritual leader consistently emphasizes Islamic ethics, unity, loyalty to Pakistan, and service to humanity.
“Our Imam teaches us to remain loyal to our country, Pakistan, work for its progress and prosperity, and always help those in need,” he said.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V shares a generations-old bond with Pakistan. His father, grandfather, and great-grandfather each played significant roles in supporting the country’s development and progress, strengthening a historic relationship that continues to inspire millions today.
Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Prince Rahim Aga Khan, Calls Pakistan ‘Second Home’ Of Aga Khan Family
May 21, 2026
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hosts a special reception for Prince Rahim Aga Khan and pays tribute to the late Prince Karim Aga Khan, while Ismaili communities across Sindh celebrate the Imam’s maiden visit to Pakistan
Kamran Khamiso Khowaja
Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif hosted a special breakfast reception in honor of Prince Rahim Aga Khan V on the occasion of his first official visit to Pakistan as the 50th Spiritual Leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community.
Welcoming His Highness warmly, the Prime Minister praised his commitment to promoting peace, stability, and constructive engagement with governments and international partners. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s shared commitment to these objectives and described Pakistan as the “second home” of the Aga Khan family.
During the ceremony, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the late Prince Karim Aga Khan IV and acknowledged his invaluable services to Pakistan. The Prime Minister also presented a commemorative postage stamp issued by Pakistan Post in memory of the late spiritual leader and in recognition of his longstanding contributions to the country.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed the enduring partnership between Pakistan and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), highlighting the organization’s remarkable work in rural development, healthcare, education, disaster resilience, climate adaptation, renewable energy, digital skills training, and youth entrepreneurship, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.
He encouraged the further expansion of cooperation between Pakistan and AKDN, including stronger engagement with Aga Khan University. Stressing the urgency of climate action, the Prime Minister described AKDN as a vital partner in strengthening resilience in Pakistan’s climatically vulnerable northern regions.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also thanked Prince Rahim Aga Khan V for visiting Pakistan and expressed appreciation for the provision of the Serena Hotel on a complimentary basis for the Islamabad Talks. In response, Prince Rahim Aga Khan V conveyed heartfelt gratitude for the warm welcome extended to him by the people and state of Pakistan.
Meanwhile, the arrival of Prince Rahim Aga Khan V has sparked celebrations among Ismaili communities across Pakistan. In Sindh, community centers known as Jamat Khanas were illuminated with colorful lights and decorated with flags to express love and reverence for their spiritual leader.
Cultural programs, musical evenings, and formal ceremonies were organized in various cities and towns across the province to commemorate the historic visit. Volunteers have been actively facilitating community participation throughout the celebrations.
Anwar Ali, a senior community leader from Sujawal, said that the community hopes the spiritual leader will also visit Sindh and Punjab in the near future after meeting followers in the northern areas of Pakistan.
Another community member remarked that celebrations would continue throughout the Imam’s stay in the country, reflecting the deep emotional connection between the community and its spiritual leadership.
Speaking about the teachings of the Imam, Nabeel, a young member of the community, said that their spiritual leader consistently emphasizes Islamic ethics, unity, loyalty to Pakistan, and service to humanity.
“Our Imam teaches us to remain loyal to our country, Pakistan, work for its progress and prosperity, and always help those in need,” he said.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V shares a generations-old bond with Pakistan. His father, grandfather, and great-grandfather each played significant roles in supporting the country’s development and progress, strengthening a historic relationship that continues to inspire millions today.
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Ismaili Imam Prince Rahim Aga Khan Arrives In Islamabad On Maiden Visit To Pakistan
The 50th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community lands in Pakistan for his first official visit, received by President Asif Ali Zardari before touring Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral / Kamran Khamiso Khowaja
May 20, 2026
Prince Rahim Aga Khan, the 50th Spiritual Leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday on his first visit to Pakistan since succeeding his late father, Prince Karim Aga Khan, last year. The Imam landed at Noor Khan Airbase, where he was received by President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari, First Lady Asifa Bhutto Zardari, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, President of the Ismaili Council for Pakistan Neezar Noor Ali Meva Wala, and Wazir Akber Ali Sultan Ali Allana, among other dignitaries.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan’s visit marks his first official trip to Pakistan as Imam of the Shia Ismaili community, which has a significant presence in Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, and other parts of the country.
According to sources within the Ismaili community, the spiritual leader will meet with federal government officials in Islamabad before embarking on a five-day visit to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. During the tour, he is scheduled to hold large religious gatherings and address his followers. He will also meet representatives of the provincial governments of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral to discuss matters of mutual interest and development.
In the northern areas, Ismaili followers are eagerly awaiting his arrival, with celebrations already underway to mark the occasion. The Aga Khan has historically played a prominent role in social and economic development initiatives in Pakistan through the Aga Khan Development Network, particularly in education, healthcare, and rural development in underserved regions.
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Ismaili Imam Prince Rahim Aga Khan Arrives In Islamabad On Maiden Visit To Pakistan
The 50th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community lands in Pakistan for his first official visit, received by President Asif Ali Zardari before touring Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral / Kamran Khamiso Khowaja
May 20, 2026
Prince Rahim Aga Khan, the 50th Spiritual Leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday on his first visit to Pakistan since succeeding his late father, Prince Karim Aga Khan, last year. The Imam landed at Noor Khan Airbase, where he was received by President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari, First Lady Asifa Bhutto Zardari, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, President of the Ismaili Council for Pakistan Neezar Noor Ali Meva Wala, and Wazir Akber Ali Sultan Ali Allana, among other dignitaries.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan’s visit marks his first official trip to Pakistan as Imam of the Shia Ismaili community, which has a significant presence in Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, and other parts of the country.
According to sources within the Ismaili community, the spiritual leader will meet with federal government officials in Islamabad before embarking on a five-day visit to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. During the tour, he is scheduled to hold large religious gatherings and address his followers. He will also meet representatives of the provincial governments of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral to discuss matters of mutual interest and development.
In the northern areas, Ismaili followers are eagerly awaiting his arrival, with celebrations already underway to mark the occasion. The Aga Khan has historically played a prominent role in social and economic development initiatives in Pakistan through the Aga Khan Development Network, particularly in education, healthcare, and rural development in underserved regions.
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Prince Rahim Aga Khan arrives in Gilgit-Baltistan
Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V is received by Gilgit-Baltistan's caretaker Chief Minister Yar Muhammad upon his arrival in GB on May 22. — screengrab via PTVNewsOfficial/X
Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V reached Gilgit-Baltistan on Friday where he is expected to attend public gatherings and address different ceremonies.
Prince Rahim arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday for a week-long visit — his first to the country since being named the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community last year.
State broadcasters PTV News and Radio Pakistan reported that he was welcomed by caretaker Chief Minister Justice (retd) Yar Muhammad and other senior civil and military officials at the airport in Gilgit.
Meanwhile, banners and messages welcoming Prince Rahim were put up at different spots in the city, PTV News reported.
Prior to his arrival, preparations in GB reached a fever pitch, prompting a large-scale mobilisation of federal and regional resources, officials said.
Officials anticipate large gatherings in the Passu Cones area of Hunza; Gilgit City, Gahkuch Bala, and Taus Yasin. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at certain venues to manage the expected crowds, officials told the minister.
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On Wednesday, he was received by President Asif Ali Zardari at Rawalpindi’s Nur Khan Airbase upon his arrival in Pakistan. He will be in the country till May 26.
He has held discussions with both President Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif since his arrival.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and MNA Aseefa Bhutto Zardari were also present during his meeting with President Zardari on Wednesday, which was followed by delegation-level talks.
A day later, he attended a breakfast meeting hosted by PM Shehbaz where he expressed the desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives, a statement issued by the PM’s Office said.
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Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V is received by Gilgit-Baltistan's caretaker Chief Minister Yar Muhammad upon his arrival in GB on May 22. — screengrab via PTVNewsOfficial/X
Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V reached Gilgit-Baltistan on Friday where he is expected to attend public gatherings and address different ceremonies.
Prince Rahim arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday for a week-long visit — his first to the country since being named the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community last year.
State broadcasters PTV News and Radio Pakistan reported that he was welcomed by caretaker Chief Minister Justice (retd) Yar Muhammad and other senior civil and military officials at the airport in Gilgit.
Meanwhile, banners and messages welcoming Prince Rahim were put up at different spots in the city, PTV News reported.
Prior to his arrival, preparations in GB reached a fever pitch, prompting a large-scale mobilisation of federal and regional resources, officials said.
Officials anticipate large gatherings in the Passu Cones area of Hunza; Gilgit City, Gahkuch Bala, and Taus Yasin. The administration is considering holding multiple sessions at certain venues to manage the expected crowds, officials told the minister.
Video: https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-s ... efer=embed
On Wednesday, he was received by President Asif Ali Zardari at Rawalpindi’s Nur Khan Airbase upon his arrival in Pakistan. He will be in the country till May 26.
He has held discussions with both President Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif since his arrival.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and MNA Aseefa Bhutto Zardari were also present during his meeting with President Zardari on Wednesday, which was followed by delegation-level talks.
A day later, he attended a breakfast meeting hosted by PM Shehbaz where he expressed the desire to continue cooperation with Pakistan in various human development initiatives, a statement issued by the PM’s Office said.
https://www.dawn.com/news/2002250