Overview
- The 983rd annual ghusal ceremony at Data Darbar took place on Thursday with Quran recitation, Naat performances, the traditional rosewater washing of the shrine, Chadar Poshi and floral offerings.
- Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and senior Punjab ministers attended the event to participate in rituals and review ongoing restoration and visitor‑facility projects at the shrine.
- Punjab Home Department deployed layered security measures including walk‑through gates at all entrances, round‑the‑clock CCTV coverage, female police for women devotees and distant parking to manage large crowds.
- Emergency teams from the Fire Brigade, Bomb Disposal Squad, Rescue 1122 and on‑site medical staff stood ready while the Punjab Food Authority inspected langar and sabeel distribution points to ensure food safety.
- Officials said the practical upgrades aim to improve cleanliness, crowd flow and visitor services at Data Darbar, a centuries‑old Sufi centre whose upkeep affects religious tourism, daily worship and local community life.