The penchant for faith healers and black magicians spans society , from the rich landlords of the rural areas to the urban classes of Lahore and Karachi . The villagers of Rajanpur rural Punjab , call upon a Pir believed to be endowed with mystical powers that can purify contaminated water after severe floods . Pakistanis from all walks of life routinely turn to faith healers to remedy various health problems , from Abdominal pain to Epilepsy , avert marriage meltdowns and financial crises and even fend off the powers of other healers
severe floods
2010 Pakistan floods
Superstition in Pakistan