[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 40 (Wednesday, March 8, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E289-E290]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN RECOGNITION OF MUSLIM LAKHANI

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                         HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 8, 2017

  Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize my constituent, 
Muslim Lakhani, for his contributions to Virginia's 10th District and 
the nation. Mr. Lakhani, a Pakistani immigrant and entrepreneur, has 
long championed efforts to promote tolerance among different faiths, to 
partake in charitable projects, and to conduct strong, forward-thinking 
business practices.
  Mr. Lakhani grew up in Karachi, Pakistan and later became an 
entrepreneur. His many business ventures allowed him to travel to 
countless countries throughout the Middle East and Europe. However, it 
was the lessons he learned as a young child that have truly shaped his 
humanitarian and caring mindset that he maintains today.
  Growing up in Pakistan, he and his family always place a very strong 
focus on helping those less fortunate. After moving to the United 
States in 2006, Mr. Lakhani was regularly reminded of his family's 
values as he watched organizations like the Salvation Army help the 
homeless in Washington, D.C. Since 2008, Mr. Lakhani has been a strong 
supporter, contributor, and advocate for the Grate

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Patrol Homeless Outreach Program, which provides professional guidance 
to homeless people and also feeds 200 people daily in the nation's 
capital. Additionally, Mr. Lakhani studied both Christian and Muslim 
texts in grade school, which is where he garnered an interest in 
diverse beliefs and religious tolerance. Social Vision, the self-funded 
philanthropic arm of his company, ML Resources LLC., focuses on 
establishing stronger interfaith relationships, and additionally Mr. 
Lakhani strongly advocates for defeating terrorism.
  Mr. Lakhani's childhood lessons coupled with his work ethic and 
strong business practices have allowed him to make a great impact on 
today's society. He has had the opportunity to speak in Rabat, Morocco 
at the Forum for the Future meeting on behalf of the Arab Business 
Council, and has received impressive awards, such as the InterFaith 
Bridge Builders Award at last year's InterFaith Conference of 
Metropolitan Washington.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in recognizing Mr. 
Lakhani. It is a privilege to represent him and I wish him all the best 
in his future endeavors.

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