Alhamdulillah, after 29 long years of painful separation, Fozia has finally been reunited with her family — a deeply emotional and remarkable moment that reflects hope, resilience, and the power of dedicated efforts led by Mera Pyara, working under the vision of Punjab Safe Cities Authority.
Fozia was abducted in 1997 from Karachi along with her brother, leaving her family devastated and searching for answers for decades. Despite the passage of time, the pain of separation never faded, and the family continued to hold onto hope for her safe return.
When this case came to the attention of the Punjab Safe Cities Authority, the Mera Pyara team responded immediately. The team gathered all available information and strategically shared Fozia’s details on official digital platforms, including social media, to maximize outreach and increase the chances of identification.
This effort soon led to a breakthrough.
A man named Momin Khan, residing in Saudi Arabia, came across the shared information and contacted the Mera Pyara team. He confirmed that Fozia was his sister, Fozia d/o Astam Khan, who had been abducted in 1997.
Following this lead, the Mera Pyara team initiated a thorough verification process. The family provided CNIC records, photographs, and supporting documents, all of which were carefully examined. After successful verification, the case was coordinated with relevant police authorities, and through proper legal procedures, Fozia was finally reunited with her family in Bannu.
This reunion marked the end of nearly three decades of separation a moment filled with tears, gratitude, and overwhelming relief.
Such impactful success stories highlight the real strength and effectiveness of Mera Pyara. Due to its consistent efforts in reuniting lost individuals with their families, Mera Pyara has been selected among the Top 20 E-Government initiatives globally at the WSIS Forum 2026. This recognition reflects the program’s global impact and credibility.
The United Nations-backed WSIS platform follows a highly competitive and rigorous selection process, making this achievement a significant milestone. It demonstrates that Mera Pyara is not only creating impact at the national level but is also being recognized internationally as a model for digital child safety and humanitarian innovation.
You can also read another inspiring reunification story of a lost child, Mohsin, who was reunited with his family after 19 years of separation through the efforts of Mera Pyara.