The Sindh government has proposed the development of a new religious corridor on the Pakistan-India border, similar to the Kartarpur Corridor.
This corridor would enable Hindus and Jains to visit their historical religious sites in Sindh province, including the Shri Shiv Mandir in Umarkot and abandoned Jain temples in Nagarparkar.
The proposal was announced by Sindh Tourism Minister Zulfiqar Ali Shah, who emphasized the importance of promoting religious tourism in the region.
The proposed corridor would provide visa-free access to Indian pilgrims, allowing them to visit their sacred sites without the need for lengthy visa procedures. This move is seen as a significant step towards promoting interfaith harmony and strengthening relations between Pakistan and India.
The Sindh government has already begun discussions with federal authorities to finalize the proposal, which is expected to receive a positive response.
The Kartarpur Corridor, inaugurated in 2019, has set a precedent for religious corridors in the region. The new proposal is expected to attract a large number of Hindu and Jain pilgrims from India, boosting religious tourism in Sindh province.
The move is also seen as a gesture of goodwill towards the Hindu and Jain communities, promoting peace and understanding in the region.
