Pakistan

Grand wedding at Vawda's residence showcases lavish extravaganza

Funds road repairs, hires 1,000 private guards, aerial surveillance from private helicopters

Our Correspondent January 14, 2024

The event witnessed the presence of influential figures, including former president Asif Ali Zardari, Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani, and others. PHOTO: EXPRESS

KARACHI:

The wedding ceremony of former federal minister Faisal Vawda's daughter, held on Sunday at his residence, marked a 25-day-long celebration of opulence and grandeur.

Vawda undertook significant community improvements during the festivities, funding road repairs, manhole coverings, street light installations, and the paving of footpaths in his area.

Over 1,000 private guards provided security during the ceremony, accompanied by aerial surveillance from private helicopters. Reports suggest the acquisition of plots for parking over 1,000 vehicles.

The event witnessed the presence of influential figures, including former president Asif Ali Zardari, Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani, and Aga Khan Foundation Chairman Sultan Alana. Chief ministers, governors, tribal chiefs, prominent local and foreign businessmen, as well as current government officials, were also among the guests.

The extravagant ceremony featured more than 30 meals at some events and over 40 meals at others. Private planes, carrying businessmen from abroad and within the country, landed in abundance at Karachi airport, with Vawda's main squad, including singers like Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, using a private jet for guests’ transportation.

Amidst Vawda's robust political endeavours, a heartwarming moment emerged as he danced with his daughter during the hina ceremony, a viral video capturing the sentiment. Fireworks illuminated the sky, adding to the celebratory atmosphere.

Political analysts observed a dual focus on the wedding celebrations and Vawda's political influence. Acknowledged as a political powerhouse, Vawda's ability to bring together even staunch political opponents during the marriage suggests his formidable stature. Political pundits recognise him as a one-man army, asserting that his political insights on TV shows are remarkably accurate.

Moreover, it is speculated that, following Imran Khan, Vawda holds significant influence within Khan's party, with his political acumen deemed crucial for national and provincial seats in upcoming elections.

COMMENTS (1)

M.B Iftikhar | 6 months ago | Reply As the elite govt servants indulge in opulence savoring decadent delights at the finest marriage ceremony dinner tables petit bourgeoisies like me find joy in simple roti kapra or makan if availble. Lest We Forget This gentleman was a federal minister of water resources from 5 October 2018 3 March 2021 elected to the National Assembly of Pakistan from the Constituency NA-249 Karachi West-II Member of NA 13 August 2018 3 March 2021 Vawda paid zero taxes FBR 2018 Tax Directory for parliamentarians Owns 14 expensive properties worth 32 million pounds in london ref Wiki pandora papers scandal alone not mentioning his assets in Pak. IRONY While being in office over 505 Children died in Thar Sindh because of acute malnutrition. Millions malnourished in Sindh despite abundance of food tribune mar 24 2019 linked to inadequate water and sanitation FAO Q Did he raise a single voice for the dead who passed away due to famine Did he give us jobs or raise a voice At the least did he even fullfill the mission of his ministry that he was in-charge off that is development of country s water resources to meet future challenges of water shortage A The answer is in the words of the Writer Oscar Wilde famously wrote I like talking to a brick wall it s the only thing in the world that never contradicts me It was a mistake to come back from europe to this beautiful yet godforsaken land of ours not owned by unemployed holding 3 master degrees tax payers like me but the affluent people govt servants like vawda zardari sharif Imran fazloo. Etcetra Sorry state of affairs i must say Let him enjoy the extravagance amongst his opulent brethren while we deserving tax payers wait for our pay check to pay the gas bill or purchase 25 rupay wali roti

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