By Syed Mussarat Khalil

Saudi Gazette

JEDDAH — Arshad Munir, consular (press) at Consulate General of Pakistan, said in a press statement Thursday that in view of ongoing efforts of the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to contain the spread of COVID-19, movement to and from different cities has been restricted along with limited curfew in certain areas.

He said under these circumstances, in order to facilitate Pakistani community member in getting NOC for local burial of their loved ones in the western region of the Kingdom, the Pakistan Consulate has started WhatsApp service during the restrictions period.

The Pakistani community members are advised to contact the following numbers along with relevant documents for issuance of NOC through WhatsApp;

Fayaz Ahmed (WhatsApp No. 0533585184) (From 08.00 a.m. to 03.00 p,m,)

Zahid Ahmed (WhatsApp No. 0542556778) (From 03.00 p,m, to 10.00 p,m.)

Muhammad Usman (WhatsApp Number 0592068461) (From 10.00 p,m. to 05.00 a.m.).