Prince Rahim Aga Khan V arrives in Islamabad
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V arrived in Islamabad and received a guard of honour at the President’s House. He will visit Gilgit-Baltistan from May 21–25, with officials preparing for large public gatherings.
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari received the Ismaili spiritual leader at Nur Khan Airbase, where First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari was also present.
Children dressed in traditional attire welcomed the dignitary with flowers upon his arrival, while Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and senior officials attended the reception.
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V was later presented with a guard of honour at the President’s House, where he stood alongside President Zardari during the national anthem ceremony.
The Ismaili leader is expected to visit several areas of Gilgit-Baltistan from May 21 to 25 and attend public gatherings and ceremonies during the trip.
Officials said he would be accorded the status of a state guest during the visit.
Authorities have been preparing arrangements for the visit following a high-level meeting in Gilgit chaired by Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Amir Muqam.
The meeting was informed that large gatherings were expected in Passu, Gilgit City, Gahkuch Bala and Taus Yasin, with officials considering multiple sessions at some venues due to anticipated crowds.
Authorities have also issued directions to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply in Upper Hunza and nearby areas, while additional transport and travel facilitation measures are being considered for visitors.
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