PML-N senior leader Siddiqul Farooq breathes his last

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader and former chairman of House Building Finance Corporation (HBFC) Siddiqul Farooq breathed his last in Islamabad on Sunday, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

Siddiqul Farooq, who was also a writer and journalist, had also served as PML-N’s secretary information and chairman of Evacuee Trust Board.

The veteran leader was suffering from a prolonged kidney ailment. His funeral prayers will be offered tomorrow at 11 am at the H-11 cemetery in Islamabad.

PML-N President Nawaz Sharif, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed their condolences on the sad demise of Siddiqul Farooq. They all paid rich tributes to Siddiqul Farooq for his political services for the party.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow over Siddiqul Farooq’s demise, stating, “The party has lost a sincere and astute politician. His services for the PML-N will always be remembered.” The Prime Minister also extended his condolences to the bereaved family.

Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep grief and sorrow over the demise of Siddiqul Farooq. In a statement, the prime minister prayed for higher status in heaven for the departed soul.

Commiserating with the bereaved family, Shehbaz Sharif said the services of the late Siddiqul Farooq for the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz will always be remembered.

PML-N parliamentary leader in the Senate, Irfan Siddiqui, lauded Siddiqul Farooq’s courage and commitment, highlighting his steadfastness during challenging times. “He bravely fought against dictatorship and refused to turn against Nawaz Sharif, even in the most difficult circumstances,” Siddiqui noted.

Siddiqul Farooq, a seasoned journalist and author of two books, joined the PML-N in 1993 and remained loyal to the party throughout his life. He served as the press secretary to former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

Reporter Awais Kiyani