Kalash hospitality: Norwegian ambassador visits Chitral

Landsverk, in a meeting with Kalash people in Rambor, said she is inspired by the brotherhood between Muslims.

CHITRAL: In her visit to Kalash Valley, Norwegian Ambassador to Pakistan Cecilie  Landsverk said the government of Norway has launched multiple development projects in  Chitral to eliminate poverty.

Talking to residents during her visit on Thursday, Landsverk said due to security issues she had to wait for two years to visit the valley and meet the people. “I am happy that the aid sent by the Norwegian government was utilised by the people of Chitral,” she said.

Landsverk, in a meeting with Kalash people in Rambor, said she is inspired by the peace and brotherhood between Muslims which is an example for the rest of the world. Locals also presented their cultural dance to welcome the diplomat in the dance palace constructed by the Norwegian government.

Published in The Express Tribune, June 21^st, 2013.