ISLAMBAD (February 28): Qari Roohullah Madani, Mr. Jahangir Khan, Ms. Sania Saeed, Mr. Shafi Mohammad, Mr. Khalid Abbas Dar, Mr. Khawaja Masood and Ms Shabnam Majeed today pledged their commitment as “Friends for Smiles” to contribute to efforts to raise awareness and lift spirits among earthquake survivors as part of a new programme called “Zindagi Phir Muskurai”, according to a press release issued by the Emergency Hygiene & WES Communication Unit, Ministry of Environment.

“Celebrities have used their influence and charm to promote various causes over the years,” said Major (Retd.) Tahir Iqbal, Minister for Environment. “The nation should be proud to have such renowned personalities today pledge to contribute their time and energy to helping the earthquake survivors.”