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Khokhrapar-Munabao border: करतारपुर के बाद अब पाकिस्तान पीएम इमरान खान को चिट्ठी लिखकर खोखरापार-मुनाबाओ बॉर्डर खोलने की अपील - us advocacy group voice of karachi urges imran khan to reopen khokhrapar munabao border

Khokhrapar-Munabao border: करतारपुर के बाद अब पाकिस्तान पीएम इमरान खान को चिट्ठी लिखकर खोखरापार-मुनाबाओ बॉर्डर खोलने की अपील – us advocacy group voice of karachi urges imran khan to reopen khokhrapar munabao border

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इस्लामाबाद अमेरिका के एक संगठन ने पाकिस्तान के प्रधानमंत्री इमरान खान से भारत से लगने वाले ��ोखरापार-मुनाबाओ सीमा को फिर से खोलने का आग्रह किया है। संगठन का कहना है कि इससे पाकिस्तान के मुस्लिम तीर्थयात्रियों को राजस्थान के अजमेर शरीफ और भारत के हिन्दू श्रद्धालुओं को बलूचिस्तान के हिंगलाज मंदिर की यात्रा में सुविधा होगी। ‘खोखरापार-मुनाबाओ सीमा खोलकर भी दिखाएं उदारता’ ‘वॉयस ऑफ कराची‘ के…

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Tenure in Peace Station @ Dhrangadhra

     The Regiment settled down in the new location at Dhrangadhra before the Republic Day 1983. Thereafter, our Recce group consisting of the CO, all Battery Commanders and selected JCOs/ NCOs proceeded for op area familiarisation in Munabao -- Gadra -- Barmer sector. It was a novel experience to visit the areas close to the International Border. Munabao is the last railway station on the Indian side while Khokhrapar is the last station on Pakistan side. The railway line connecting both these stations, which are 10 kms apart, was in a state of disuse.. We faced several challenges peculiar to desert terrain during our op recce. The biggest problem was vehicle & foot movement on desert tracks & across sand dunes, without any landmarks for navigation. Setting up of a Base camp for our Recce party was equally difficult due to shortage of potable water, frequent sandstorms and temperature variations during day & night. However, the optical illusion due to the mirage effect was a soothing experience. 

    We returned after the desert orientation of three weeks. Thereafter, our CO planned & conducted an intensive orientation training for the remaining personnel. It helped us in preparation for the Annual Practice Camp which was scheduled in May just before the onset of the monsoons. The Camp was scheduled in Tikkar Field Firing Ranges in the Little Rann of Kutch, in close proximity to Dhrangadhra. The Rann gets submerged in sea water during the monsoons. Hence, all firing practices had to be completed before the rainy season. These Ranges are famous for the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary. 

      In Apr, the result of the Staff College Exam was declared which was a big disappointment for me. I felt so disheartened since I had not made it in the merit list although I had qualified in the exam. It took me lot of time to accept this reality because I could not reconcile with this failure. On introspection, I resolved to take a mental break and bounce back in my next attempt for this prestigious Course. Sanjivani as well as Team 98 proved to be my pillars of strength at this critical stage in my career. I assured myself with the adage -----” Never let success get to your Head, Never let failure get to your Heart.”

       We moved to Tikkar Ranges where we faced different challenges in the very first Practice Camp, in the Rann of Kutch, due to the peculiar nature of the soil. The deployment areas had to be selected on relatively firm ground. The gun pits could not be dug due to the sub- soil water level. There were additional problems during the firing because the spades of the gun got embedded due to the recoil force. Consequently, there were inaccuracies in engagement of targets which posed a safety hazard. All vehicle movement had to be done by the compass bearing method. Interestingly, on one occasion, we had to fire star shells continuously, to illuminate the route for guiding the movement of the COs Party over a distance of 10 kms, from the gun position to the observation post.

     We returned after the Camp and got busy with the preparations for the Raising Day celebrations. This year, these celebrations were on a grand scale because of completion of 20 glorious years since raising. Soon thereafter, Lt Col Jagir Singh who had received his posting order earlier, moved out after handing over the charge to Lt Col PK Lama in mid Aug 1983. I was detailed to accompany the new CO for briefing him in the op area at Munabao. 

    Meanwhile, we took over our  permanent  accommodation which was quickly converted by Sanjivani from a new ‘House’ into a new ‘Home’. Ultimately, we could open up all our bags and baggage, which had been packed  so meticulously, before moving out from NDA. Hence, we could organise  a Study Room for myself and an exclusive Play Room for Ashvini & Nandini, on priority. I commenced my preparations for the Staff College exam in right earnest, with a stronger resolve. 

     Life in a Peace Station, though peaceful was always active, due to a variety of competitions, not only for the officers & jawans but also for their families. Our “Chhore” excelled in all the sports competitions which enabled maintaining a high state of morale always. All the amenities in the Cantonment such as Shopping complex, Open air Cinema hall , Army School & the Military Hospital enhanced the quality of life. Celebration of  all the festivals by the Regiments, as per the class composition of the jawans was a major attraction. These activities organised centrally in the Cantonment, created  a vibrant celebratory mood throughout the year due to the festivals such as Kite festival, Pongal, Holi, Baisakhi, Onam, Navratri (the most popular festival in Gujarat) and ofcourse Diwali ---  which was celebrated with a fabulous illumination & fireworks display. 

            My First Impressions about the Balwan Family...

     I along with both my young daughters, Ashvini ( age 2.5 years ) & Nandini ( age 3 months ), reached Dhrangadhra in May 1983. We were allotted a temporary accommodation consisting of two rooms and an open balcony which was converted into a small kitchen, screened by a tarpaulin on the outer side. I had to immediately cope with this challenge of settling down in this restricted space, with only the essential items. I was helped by the support system of the Fauji family while adjusting with my new neighbours in the new environment. The Jat Balwan Family proved to be my extended family. The COs wife was considered as the mother in the Regiment. Under her guidance, we learnt to share the responsibilities of looking after all the families in the Regiment. 

     Family Welfare Centre established in the Unit was the hub of all activities. We held meetings with the families every month and heard about their problems/ difficulties so as to find quick solutions. We organised few competitions and cultural programs on the occasion of various festivals. We also carried out visits to their accommodations and advised them about improving hygiene and sanitation of their premises. Coaching classes were also conducted for the children whenever required. All these activities enabled establishing a bond of friendship and mutual trust.

     My husband was a Battery Commander and was responsible for about 150 Jawans of Papa Battery. I was responsible for looking after the welfare of  about 70 families. I learnt to interact with the families informally during the Barakhana, Fauji Mela and various festivals. It gave me a lot of satisfaction when the families and specially the children were happy and satisfied. It is true that the Jawans perform their duties efficiently only when the their families are being looked after adequately. The system of Family Welfare worked so smoothly at all levels in the Regiment since the wives of the officers performed their duties whole-heartedly with a smile.

     The winter season was the period of collective training in the deserts. We participated in exercises with the Infantry Battalions & refined our SOPs for operations in the desert terrain. Thus, we improved our technical proficiency gradually in each exercise. Our BC & OP parties practised their role while patrolling the sand dunes on camel back, which certainly was not an easy ride. Our Gunners also refined the movement and deployment drills for the Guns in the desert terrain.

     In Jan 1985, I received the much awaited and eagerly expected news about the result of Staff College exam. This time , my name was in the competitive merit list of Top 20 achievers, who had secured Distinction. I felt extremely delighted as it was yet another step on the ladder of success. I thanked the Almighty for his divine blessings & looked forward to moving to Wellington for the prestigious Staff College Course, by end of the year.

      It was time for Lt Col P K Lama to move out on completion of two years. He was given a memorable farewell  as he handed over the Flag to Col R S Gill in mid Sep 1985. I felt so lucky to have served under three COs, in three years in the same location. It was an invaluable experience to observe & learn the unique style of command of each Commanding Officer. I was really impressed with their different styles of leadership, different motivation techniques, different man management concepts while maintaining their focus towards Pursuit of Excellence, which inspired the Jat Balwans towards ---” Jazbaa Jeet Ka” !!

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Eidul Azha 2021: Namaz time in Karachi, Lahore

Eidul Azha 2021: Namaz time in Karachi, Lahore

These are the Eidul Azha namaz timings for Karachi and Lahore. Karachi 6:15am: Kanzul Eman Masjid near Guru Mandir 6:15am: Memon Masjid, Bolton Market 6:30am: KDA Ground, Railway Society 6:30am: Hill Park Ground 6:30am: Fateh Bagh Park, North Nazimabad 6:45am: Annu Bhai Park, Nazimabad 7:00am: Eidgah Ground, Mehmoodabad 7:15am: Aqsa Eidgah, Khokhrapar No.2 7:30am: Jamia Masjid Keamari, Jackson…

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House robbed in Khokhrapar during lockdown Taking advantage of the law enforcement agencies’s focus on implementing lockdown in the city, a gang of bandits robbed a house in the Khokhrapar area of Karachi on Friday.

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#KARACHI #POLICE #MEDIA #CELL DATED: *21-Aug-2019* *From 0001 hrs to 2359 hrs* *SUMMARY* *CRIME AGAINST PERSON* *KILLED/INJURED* KILLED: 01 INJURED: Nil *Total Accused Arrested=75* *UNDER ARMS ACT* Accused arrested = 17 Pistols recovered = 17 *UNDER NARCOTICS ACT* Accused arrested = 08 Chars recovered = 21,765 grm *KILLED* *1. FRERE PS* Erum w/o Shareef Masih age 35 yrs, (strangulated) *OTHER INCIDENTS* *1. FRERE PS* Shareef Masih s/o Inayat Masih age 40 yrs, committed suicide by hanging himself at House No.432 Bhangi para near Railway colony after killing his wife Erum. *2. GULBAHAR PS* Anas s/o Hakim khan age 12yrs died by electric shock at Tyre Puncture Shop, Firdos Colony. *POLICER PERFORMANCE* *1. GULSHANE IQBAL PS* Police arrested 5 accused namely, 1. Ibrar s/o Tayyab 2. Muhammad s/o Badla 3. Suleman s/o Jahangeer 4. Tariq Ali s/o Allah Dino 5. Bilal shah s/o Zia ullah and recovered 5 TT Pistols with 12 rounds from them. *2. QUAIDABAD PS* Police arrested eight Gutka sallers namely, 1. Munawar 2. Asif 3. Babar 4. Tariq 5. Khan Zada 6. Ramzan 7. Sohail 8. Akhtar and recovered huge qty of Gutka/Mawa from them. *3. IBRAHIM HYDRI PS* Police arrested a drug peddler namely Gora Chand and 15 kg Chars recovered from his possession. *4. MUBINA TOWN PS* Police arrested an accused namely Nadim and recovered one TT Pistol with load magazine from his possession. *5. MANGOPIR PS* Police arrested four drug peddlers namely, 1. Sajid s/o Noor Muhammad 2. Shahid s/o Khadim 3. Yar Muhamad s/o Taj 4. Sameer Badshah s/o Zafar Badshah and recovered 4600 gm Chars from them. *6. GULISTANE JOHAR PS* Police action against land grabbers at Gulistane Johar, Police arrested 15 land grabbers in various actions *7. KHOKHRAPAR PS* Police arrested a Gutka Saller namely Rajab Ali s/o Allah Wasayo and recovered 40 purya Gutka. FIR No. 157/2019 U/s 269/270/336-B. *8. SHAH FAISAL COLONY PS* Police arrested one Street Criminal namely Nasir s/o Yameen & recovered one TT Pistol, Mobile phone and Cash *9. AWAMI COLONY PS* Police arrested a street Cirminal namely Zahid Baloch s/o Ahsaan Baloch in case FIR NO.483/19 u/s 381-A and recovered One Honda Motorcycle https://www.instagram.com/p/B1cK70MnPuL/?igshid=1e5k21dhy9gte

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Pakistan, India extend rail link agreement for three years | Pakistan

[ad_1] ISLAMABAD: The government on Tuesday extended an agreement with India for the rail link between the two states — originating from Khokhrapar at Pakistan’s southern border to Munabao — for an additional three years, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The extension period of the agreement between the two nations starts February 1, 2018, and will now last until January 31, 2021. Originally…

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Man arrested for bid to smuggle four deer in Umerkot

Man arrested for bid to smuggle four deer in Umerkot

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UMERKOT: The Sindh police seized four deer in an operation conducted near Umerkot district of Sindh province, ARY News reported on Monday.

The Khokhrapar police halted a jeep at check post and recovered four deer of a rare specie from the vehicle being transported to Hyderabad from Tharparkar.

Police arrested the accused and registered a case against the offender. The police handed…

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Congratulating Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan for showing "admirable magnanimity" in the opening of the Kartarpur Corridor for Sikh pilgrims, a US-based advocacy group has urged him to now reopen... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2XPP3oc

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US-based Advocacy Group Urges Imran Khan to Reopen Khokhrapar Border Crossing with India

US-based Advocacy Group Urges Imran Khan to Reopen Khokhrapar Border Crossing with India

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Washington: Congratulating Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan for showing “admirable magnanimity” in the opening of the Kartarpur Corridor for Sikh pilgrims, a US-based advocacy group has urged him to now reopen the Khokhrapar-Munabao border with India for millions of Hindu and Muslim devotees.

The opening of the Khokhrapar border would facilitate millions of followers of Saint…

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अमेरिका के एक समूह ने पाकिस्तान के प्रधानमंत्री इमरान खान से भारत के साथ खोखरापार-मुनाबाव सीमा को दोबारा खोलने की गुहार लगाई है। from Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala https://www.amarujala.com/world/a-us-based-group-urges-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-to-reopen-khokhrapar-munabao-border-with-india?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=rssfeed

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Rangers arrest 26 suspects during separate raids in Karachi

Rangers arrest 26 suspects during separate raids in Karachi

KARACHI: Rangers personnel have arrested 26 suspected criminals during separate raids carried out in areas in Karachi, ARY News reported on Sunday.

Rangers spokesperson said that the arrested persons are involved in different cases of robbery, drug peddling and street crimes, who were nabbed in raids conducted in North Karachi Industrial Area, Khokhrapar, Awami Colony, Brigade, Ittehad Town,…

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Man arrested for acid attack

Man arrested for acid attack

A man was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly throwing acid on a woman in District Malir.

According to police, the incident took place near al-Jannat hospital within the remits of the Khokhrapar police station. The woman, who was moved to a private hospital with acid attack injuries, was identified as 25-year-old Mashal, daughter of Liaquat Masih.

According to SHO Farooq Sanjrani, the police…

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#KARACHI #POLICE #MEDIA #CELL DATED: *20-Aug-2019* *From 0001 hrs to 2359 hrs* *SUMMARY* *CRIME AGAINST PERSON* *KILLED/INJURED* KILLED: Nil INJURED: 03 *Total Accused Arrested= 33* *UNDER ARMS ACT* Accused arrested = 11 Pistols recovered = 12 K. Koves = 02 Repeater = 02 *UNDER NARCOTICS ACT* Accused arrested = 02 Chars recovered = 520 grm Heroin = 12 tokens *INJURED* *1. SADDAR PS* Ahmed s/o Sohail age 17 yrs, *2. SURJANI PS* Ramzan s/o Allah Bachayo age 55 yrs *3. DEFENCE PS* Muzamil Khan s/o Muhammad Ali age 25 yrs *OTHER INCIDENTS* *1. DOCKS PS* A dead body of drowning baby found namely Hina d/o Nimat khan age 3yrs, at Machar Colony near Quba Masjid. *POLICE PERFORMANCE* *1. MALIR CITY PS* Police arrested a drug peddler namely Yaseen and recovered 12 token of heroin from him. *2. KHOKHRAPAR PS* During search operation Police arrested three Suspects u/s 54 crpc. *3. AWAMI COLONY PS* Police arrested two accused namely, 1. Aijaz 2. Mohsin and two TT Pistols and one snatched M/Cycle recovered from them. *4. MOMINABAD PS* Police arrested two street Criminal namely, 1. Salman Mano 2. Areeb and 2 TT Pistols, Snatched 7 M/Phones and Cash recovered from them. *5. IBRAHIM HYDRI PS* Police arrested an accused namely Imran and recovered one TT Pistol with 5 rounds and one snatched M/Cycle from them. *6. ORANGI TOWN PS* During searching one drug peddler arrested namely Yousaf s/o Mohamamd Sadiq and recovered 520gm Chars from his possession. *7. CPLC KARACHI* CPLC Centeal team worked hard and with the help of technical data and assistance with Ranger, 2 extortionists arrested namely 1. Fasih Naveed 2. Muhammad Usama. *8. GADAP CITY PS* Police arrested a gutka supplier namely Asif and recovered 20 bags of mava from his possession. *9. SADDAR PS* Police arrested PC Adnan due to his negligency during duty at Lucky star to shot down Ahmed last night. Further investigation is continue. *10. SIR SYED PS* An accused namely Adeel S/O Muhammad Basair arrested and recovered 1 TT pistol 30 bore with 2 rounds and one stolen M/C from him. Fir no. 339/19 U/S 381-A and 338/19 U/S 23(1)A https://www.instagram.com/p/B1ZcsNinPjJ/?igshid=1i5kvwm1q5v5g

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Prolonged power outages in Karachi irk locals

Prolonged power outages in Karachi irk locals

KARACHI: Prolonged electricity load-shedding has badly disrupted lives of people living in Karachi.

Various areas in the metropolis are facing unannounced power cuts which are irking the locals as they said that their routine work is getting affected due to this energy crisis.

Elderly resident of Khokhrapar, Masroor Jahan said that the electricity load shedding is unbearable in summers.

She…

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Pakistan extends Thar Link Express for 3 years

{$inline_image} The second rail link between India and Pakistan received an extension from Islamabad on Tuesday. The Thar Link Express that connects Khokhrapar in Pakistan and Munabao in Rajasthan received an extensi… Read More : Pakistan extends Thar Link Express for 3 years Courtesy : The Hindu – National