Under the guidance of Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, a collaborative meeting was convened at Marmarin Palace on Saturday, October 28th, gathering the member ministries and agencies of the Beggar Collecting Committee.
During the meeting, Honorable Mullah Baradar Akhund stressed the importance of collecting beggars from Kabul city and subsequently conducting assessments to determine deserving recipients of cash and food aid. He underscored the Islamic Emirate's commitment to addressing the challenges faced by underprivileged citizens, particularly beggars, with the aim of providing them with a more prosperous life.
Furthermore, Mullah Baradar Akhund issued instructions to all committee officials, particularly those from the Ministry of Information and Culture, to diligently fulfill their responsibilities in accordance with the established committee procedures.
The Beggar Collecting Committee also decided that the Ministry of Hajj and Religious Affairs should engage in public awareness campaigns regarding the worldly and spiritual consequences of begging during Friday sermons. Additionally, the committee asked this ministry to introduce its representatives to further enhance the effectiveness of these efforts.