ISLAMABAD: Pakistani authorities have introduced new measures to support pilgrims traveling to Iran via the Taftan border, especially during the month of Muharram.
Approximately 60,000 pilgrims use this route during Muharram, with an additional 50,000 to 60,000 traveling throughout the rest of the year.
Key improvements include:
- Deployment of 1,400 security personnel along the 630-kilometer route from Quetta to Taftan.
- Establishment of three rest areas: two by FC Balochistan (at Nok Kundi and Dalbandin) and one by NHA (at Padak).
- Increase in FIA immigration counters at the Taftan border from 14 to 20, with three additional standby counters.
- Installation of shades at waiting areas to protect pilgrims from intense sunlight.
The 14-hour journey from Quetta to Taftan now features these enhanced facilities. Pilgrims have expressed satisfaction with the measures taken by the civil administration, Pakistan Army, Balochistan Police, and Levies.
