Husri

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Husri is a town and union council in the Hyderabad District of the Sindh province of Pakistan. It is part of the rural Taluka of Hyderabad and is located at 25°19′0″N 68°25′0″E, to the southeast of the city of Hyderabad. Husri is located near Bihar Colony, a well-known housing society. The town plays an important role in the politics of Hyderabad and, to some extent, Sindh. A recent study based on internal information from elderly residents suggests that Husri is over 100 years old. The town is inhabited by locals from the Sindh region, who are often considered among the most marginalized groups in the region and are part of the agricultural sector in Interior Sindh. Following the 1947 Partition, many locals from Bihar District in India migrated to Husri, where a significant number of Hindus settled. These communities remain in the town, situated near a water stream originating from the Indus River (Sindh Dariya). The population is diverse, including Muhajirs, Sindhis, Biharis, Hindus, and other groups. Husri's residents, including religious leaders, shopkeepers, businessmen, landlords, social workers, and students, all contribute to the town's rich cultural heritage. Husri is known for its variety of goods, such as garments and toys, and attracts various politicians from Sindh.…

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