MULTAN: Once a cherished tradition in rural Punjab, the culture of “Wingar”—where people voluntarily assist each other without financial gains—is gradually fading in the face of modernization and economic challenges. For generations, Wingar symbolized unity and mutual support, as friends and neighbors came together to share labor-intensive tasks like irrigating fields, constructing homes, and organizing marriage ceremonies. This tradition not only lightened the workload but also strengthened the bonds of friendship and brotherhood among villagers. During the wheat harvest season, for instance, groups of friends would voluntarily assist each other in reaping crops. Similarly, cleaning water channels—often a daunting task for an individualfarmer—became manageable within hours through collective effort. DNA
