Pension & Welfare for Widows — Compassion in Action
Overview
The Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (R.A.) has long been a center of spiritual guidance and social care . Among its welfare initiatives, the shrine provides pension support for widows and extends assistance to other vulnerable individuals. Programs include direct financial aid, food support, occasional medical camps, and help for needy pilgrims .
This reflects the Chishti ethos: service to humanity as a path to spiritual fulfillment .
Administration & Process
Historical Record: The shrine maintains documented lists of widows receiving pensions and other welfare assistance.
Coordination: Welfare may be provided directly by the Dargah administration or facilitated via government schemes , in collaboration with local authorities.
Additional Support: Assistance is extended during festivals, special events, and in urgent circumstances to pilgrims and local residents in need.
How to Apply or Get Assistance
Direct Requests: Widows or eligible beneficiaries may approach the shrine office or helpdesk to submit applications for pensions or welfare assistance.
Government Assistance: The Dargah office assists applicants in connecting with local government widow pension schemes .
Support Through Donation: Devotees and well-wishers can contribute to these welfare initiatives through Syed Hammad ul Hasan or the Mashrabe Chisht Trust , helping sustain dignity and hope for needy families.
“Every act of charity and support is a continuation of the Chishti tradition—transforming devotion into tangible care for those in need.”