Ichhra ( Punjabi, ) is a residential and commercial area in

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. Being a very old locality, some very old buildings can be seen in Ichhra. It is noted for its Ichhra Bazaar, among the most economical markets of Lahore. This market is known for its traditional and cultural dresses and other handicrafts supplied from all over Punjab, as well as its furniture selection. There is a large Christian community living in Ichhra. There are many healthcare centers and hospitals in Ichhra. Ichhra forms

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(UC 100), and is administered as part of Samanabad Tehsil. In 1931,

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known as Allama Mashriqi, launched his

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from Ichhra and in 1963, upon his death, Mashriqi was buried here.Allama Mashriqi dies of cancer in Lahore (on 27 August 1963)
Dawn newspaper, Published 28 August 2013, Retrieved 15 September 2023 Syed Abul A'la Maududi, the Islamic scholar and founder of

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(JI), also lived in Ichhra.

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