After 19 long years of separation, Anum has finally been reunited with her family, a deeply emotional moment that reflects hope, patience, and the impactful efforts of Mera Pyara - Virtul Center for Child Safety, working under the vision of Punjab Safe Cities Authority.
Anum went missing in 2005 from Gujranwala and was unable to return home. She was later found by a kind individual, who ensured her safety by shifting her to Edhi Home Karachi. Due to her mental condition, she was unable to share any details about her identity or family, and remained separated from her loved ones for years.
Meanwhile, her family continued to search for her, facing years of uncertainty and emotional distress.
In July 2024, Mera Pyara was established with a mission to identify and reunite lost and vulnerable children with their families using modern technology and coordinated efforts. As part of this initiative, the team visited shelter homes, collected data of unidentified children, and recorded short video interviews.
These videos were shared and promoted on official social media platforms to increase outreach and recognition. In Anum’s case, her video was uploaded on Mera Pyara’s official Facebook page, and within just one month, a breakthrough occurred.
A call was received from her family, confirming that the girl in the video was their daughter Anum, who had been missing since 2005.
The Mera Pyara team guided the family to Karachi, where they met Anum and verified her identity. After completing all legal and court procedures, she was safely handed over to her family.
The reunion was deeply emotional, a mother embracing her daughter after nearly two decades, capturing a moment of love, relief, and answered prayers.
Such success stories highlight the real impact of Mera Pyara. Due to these efforts, the initiative has been recognized among the Top 20 global projects at the WSIS Forum 2026, reflecting its growing global significance.
Mera Pyara continues its mission to ensure that no child remains separated from their family.
You can also read another inspiring reunification story of a lost child, Fozia, who was reunited with his family after 29 years of separation through the efforts of Mera Pyara.