Islamkot Tehsil Explained

Official Name:Islamkot
Islamkot
Native Name:اسلام کوٹ
Settlement Type:Tehsil
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:Pakistan
Subdivision Type1:Province
Subdivision Name1:Sindh
Subdivision Type2:District
Subdivision Name2:Tharparkar
Population Total:244,662
Population As Of:2017
Population Est:Above 244,662
Postal Code Type:Postal code
Postal Code:69240
Area Code:0232-263xx
Area Code Type:Calling code
Timezone1:PST
Utc Offset1:+5

Islamkot Tehsil (Urdu: {{Nastaliq|اِسلام كوٹ), (Sindhi: Sindhi: اسلام ڪوٽ) is a Tehsil in the Tharparkar District in Sindh, Pakistan. Hundreds of neem trees seen on Islamkot-Mithi, Islamkot-Chachro and Islamkot-Nagarparkar roads were planted during chairmanship of Nihalchand Pabani and under his care. For the same reason this region is also known as the Neem tree region.[1] The Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan is building the Islamkot International Airport here.[2] After the renovation of Islamkot-Mithi Road, the tourism in the area has increased.

Religions

Hindus constitute a majority, accounting for 90% of the population. Others being Muslims.

Sant Nenuram Ashram

See main article: article and Sant Nenuram Ashram. The Hindu saint "Shri Sant Nenuram" was born here and Sant Nenuram Ashram located in this region was established by Nihalchand Pabani with the support of local people. Each day twice free meal is served throughout the year in Sant Nenuram Ashram in form of "Bhandhara" which is available for everyone.[3]

People from different walks of life avail this meal on a daily basis and during annual three-day festival of Sant thousands of devotees attend and celebrate it, including both Hindus and Muslims.[4]

See also

External links

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Biography of Seth Nihalchand. Sant Nenuram Ashram.
  2. http://www.thenews.com.pk/updates.asp?id=84717 Islamkot Airport
  3. News: Nenu Ram Ashram: A place of refuge for everyone. Akash Hamirani. Bashir Ahmad. April 26, 2018. Pak Voices.
  4. News: Sindh festival promotes religious harmony. Zia Ur Rehman. 2018-10-30. Pakistan Forward.