During the meeting, held at the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS), Siddiqui expressed appreciation for the hospitality of Astan Quds Razavi and highlighted the role of religious attractions in drawing Pakistani pilgrims to Iran.
The ambassador described the facilities and services provided to pilgrims at the shrine as appropriate and satisfactory. He also called for closer monitoring and follow-up regarding healthcare services, insurance coverage, and related expenses for Pakistani pilgrims visiting Mashhad.
Referring to the financial difficulties faced by some pilgrims, Siddiqui stressed the need to facilitate the payment of medical costs so that underprivileged visitors would not encounter problems during their journeys.
The envoy further announced the readiness of Pakistani artists and calligraphers to cooperate with Astan Quds Razavi.
“Some of these artists have experience working in religious sites and are prepared to place their works at the service of the holy Razavi shrine,” he said.
For his part, Mostafa Feizi, deputy custodian of Astan Quds Razavi, referred to the friendly relations between Iran and Pakistan and noted that Pakistan ranks second among countries in terms of the number of pilgrims visiting the holy city of Mashhad.
He said Astan Quds Razavi has special programs in place for Pakistani pilgrims, including the provision of religious and cultural services in Urdu and the allocation of suitable facilities for visitors from Pakistan.
Feizi also expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s active positions regarding recent regional developments.