Floodlight Tent Pegging Electrifies Noorshah as Thousands Gather for Baba Muhammad Shaheed Urs

SAHIWAL – The night sky over Noorshah was illuminated this week as traditional sports took center stage during the annual Urs celebrations of Baba Muhammad Shaheed. A thrilling floodlight tent pegging competition, held at Mouza Tootwala, drew over 50 teams from across Punjab, showcasing the region’s rich equestrian heritage.

A Spectacle of Skill and Tradition

The event was organized by Pir Zulfiqar Ali Shah Khagga and Pir Yasir Ali Shah Khagga, continuing a long-standing tradition of blending spiritual festivities with rural sports. As the beat of the drums echoed through the air, riders demonstrated precision and speed, captivating a massive audience that had traveled from far-flung villages to witness the feat.

The competition featured both individual and team contests, with spectators providing a roar of applause for every successful strike. At the conclusion of the event, Pir Yasir Ali Shah Khagga presented the championship trophy to the winning team, marking a high point of the evening.

Distinguished Guests in Attendance

The festivities attracted a notable lineup of local dignitaries and officials, including:

• Ali Hassan Shah Khagga (Son of MPA Pir Wilayat Shah Khagga)

• Muhammad Aqeel Ashfaq, Director of Public Relations

• Dr. Syed Riaz Hamdani, Director of Sahiwal Arts Council

• Ikram Khan Baloch, Deputy Director of Local Government

• Ilyas Akbar Sughla, Assistant Director of Sahiwal Arts Council

Beyond the Arena: A Week of Festivities

The tent pegging competition is just one highlight of the five-day Urs, which runs from June 18 to June 22. The organizers have curated a diverse schedule of events to honor the saint and entertain the community:

The Urs will culminate this Sunday with a night of spiritual reflection and a spectacular fireworks display, marking the end of one of Sahiwal’s most vibrant annual gatherings.