Beggars beg through SMS in Pak

8220;I am a poor man and my daughter is admitted to hospital. If you have faith in God please send me a credit of at least Rs 10. God may reward you and take you out of all troubles,8221; reads a message.

The glorious images of paradise painted by alms-seekers are also difficult for many to ignore.

Muhammad Usman, a businessman, claims he receives up to 10 messages daily. 8220;It is difficult to ignore these messages,8221; Usman told the Daily Times.

Anam Yunus has begun to send money to the unknown callers. 8220;I give the money only in the name of God regardless of who the message sender is,8221; she said. However, she was of the view that beggars should not blackmail people.