Lal Shahbaz Qalandar, also known as Lal Shahbaz, was a Sufi saint, poet, and philosopher who lived in the 12th century in present-day Pakistan. He is venerated by both Muslims and Hindus in the region, and his shrine in Sehwan Sharif is a popular place of pilgrimage. Lal Shahbaz Qalandar is known for his teachings on religious tolerance, love, and harmony, and his poetry is still widely read and recited in South Asia. He is considered a symbol of religious syncretism and a unifying force in a region that has been marked by sectarian violence.