Former MPA remembered by his peers
Tributes to late politician from Chitral were paid at a special condolence reference, jointly arranged by Peshawar Press Club and Shandur travels and tours Peshawar here on Thursday. Belonging to former ruling family of Chitral, Zain Ul Abideen breathed his last in Lahore a couple of weeks back. And later he was laid to rest in his native Chitral district.
Largely attended, first ever condolence reference for any politician at Peshawar Press Club was chaired by Khawaja Mohammad Waseem President Pak India Peoples Forum Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter, whereas former provincial senior minister and Pakistan People’s Party leader Rahim Dad Khan was guest of honour. Other speakers were included Dr. Shah Jehan Vice Chancellor of Iqra University, Prof. Dr. Israr Ud Din Chitrali, Rahmat Ghazi, former director General of Local Government, Assistant Director local Govt KPK Muhammad Zaheer Khan, Shehzada Khalid Pervez, Former Tehsil Nazil lower Chitral,President Chitarl Chamber of Commerce Sartaj Ahmad Khan and others. On behalf of Peshawar Press Club senior member Syed Zulfikar Ali shah welcomed the guests and Senior journalist Sahmim Sahid also spoke on the occasion. Whereas on behalf of family, younger son of late Zain, Saifud din Saif thanked the speakers and participants.
Three famous poets from Chitral also expressed their love and eulogized services of the late leader from Chitral.
Khawaja Waseem recalled that late Zian Ul Abideen was most the most patriotic man, therefore, he was desirous for cordial and friendly relations with India. For such purposes, Zain Ul Abideen had attended nine annual conferences of the forum, five in India and four in Pakistan. Whereas Rahim Dad Khan had termed late Zain Ul Abideen, one amongst the highly decent, soft spoken and experienced politician. He said that on such grounds, he was not only respected in PPP but also amongst leaders and workers of other contemporary political parties.
Former District Nazim Peshawar Azam Afridi said that in fact, Zain Ul Abideen was the true representative of the beautiful Chitrali culture, which is considered the soil of honest, patriotic and peace loving people, therefore, he was popular and respected throughout Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Other speakers while paying tributes to late MPA said, Zian Ul Abideen was a symbol of Religio- ethnic unity in Chitral- Gilgit Baltistan,as he was equally acceptable due to his qualities and deeds to all segment of society without any discrimination, they hoped to continue the sacred mission of late Leader by his siblings, family members, which are capable of the same in all respect.
They added that Zain Ul Abideen will be remembered for long, because of his values to the humanity, dedication and services to Chitral and its people. Recitation of verses from the holy Quranic was also offered to bless the departed soul with higher place in jannah.]]>
I on behalf of myself and my entire family and friends would like to thank from the bottom of heart to the the organizers of the condolence references and the participants in all these condolence gatherings, from Karachi to Chitral and from Garam Chashma to Booni. All these are sign and symbols of love of all Chitralis for their late brother, an icon of peace bridge, harmony, respect, generosity, hospitality and affection, Late MPA Zainul Abidin(May his soul rest in peace). All our brother and sisters from Arandu to Broghal and Karachi to Gilgit Baltistan, across the country and continents deserve appreciation.One thing worth mentioning here that with the development of science and technology and particularly information technology we should not lose and compromise out identity and our rich culture. It is our huge asset and great blessing from Almighty Allah that we are respected all over the world because of our unique culture. It is equivalent to a big degree. I remember remarks of our respected Professor Dr Tariqullah,Doha, Qatar and younger brother of Late MPA Zainul Abidin when he he went to Gomal University for an interview for the position of Assistant Professor. The Chairman and other members of the selection committee apart from basic criteria for the said position gave more importance and weight to Chitrali Domicile than Gold Medal Degree.I don’t want to boast by giving more examples.Stay blessed all of you.
Zahir Uddin
Canada
Whoever has done reporting of this event God May have mercy on him. All the names and titles are incorrect.
@ Ali Khan, you tried your best to start a controversy, but u will not succeed. Why do people go such low, i dont have any idea.
A man who irrespective of race, religion or other vested interests, endeavored his whole life for the collective well being of humanity. His life beyond any doubt was free from all sort of prejudices. He acted as a bridge between various ethnic and religious communities of chitral. He not only loved humanity, but worked hard to extend his care to every creation in the universe.
Gloryfying him after his demise in such a brilliant way by his peers is testimony to the fact that, he was enamored by the masses in a very large scale. Not because he was a politician or a social activist, but a very kind hearted person.
Thank you peshawar press club and all others for arranging an extraordinary programme to pay homage to our beloved father in a nice way. May his soul rest in peace. Ameen.
I still raise my hands to remember him in my prayers that may almighty Allah rest his soul in his peace.He was indeed great personality in the history of Chitral…..
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May your soul be blessed with the highest of Jannah.
A moment of immense loves and respect again. Fourth reference is a row, shows how much people admire you and your values of love, humanity and respect.
Dear Abbaji you had always been a source of strength, unity and power for the entire family. Our loss was huge, but the way people stood with us, the way they shared our pain and showed their love towards you, healed our souls and made us rise again. You have left us with a legacy based on true values of love and loyalty; you will always be loved and remembered for those values.
Your services not only to Chitralies but to other larger masses of our country would never be forgotten. You are an inspiration to all of us, you were among those who had brought up most educated families in Chitral. May your soul rest in eternal peace. Ameen
Its again the time to pay tributes to acheivements of Abbaji.Your kind soul would have felt so proud as your loved ones will write your name with golden words in their hearts .We are proud of you Abbajii .
Fourth Condolence reference in the memory of late Laal Zain ul Abidin of Moreder. May God rest his soul in peace. You will be missed a lot Subedar Miki.
Just wanted to add that our brother Mr. Fazal e Khaliq- DC Kohistan who had come all the way down from Kohistan especially for this event, also attended the session.He had a very special connection with Abbaji who used to visit him quite often. Also it goes without saying that without Mr Sharif Shakeeb’s huge support this references could not have been organised in such an impressive manner. MR. SHAKEEB hails from Lone and works for Geo network as their senior journalist based in Peshawar. He hosted the event.Let me take this opportunity and thank all those young boys who actually organised the show.May I also extend my sincere apologies to those respected professionals who were either not invited or their invitation letters could not be delivered to them. We missed you all and regret your absence.
MR. ALI KHAN in his long correction note picked one point and tried to throw his anger at the writer in a very upsetting manner. ABBAJI had never called himself a royal nor does anyone in the family believes so. But if it is for putting facts together in order to keep the records correct; let me just add that at the end of the day one would dig into history and would find that the founder of Katoor dynasty was a real younger brother of Tariq ullah. What would you call an elder brother of the king then? THE word used may have been the writer’s way of paying him tributes in his own way and there is no harm in it by the way. We won’t become royal nor would want to; but Mr Ali khan had to correct the records ignoring the rest what was being said. This wasn’t the right moment to pinpoint something which wasn’t that important to come up with such reaction. We are common people and would love to remain like that.
The condolence reference was also attended by Dr Tariq ullah khan professor at Qatar foundation and the younger brother of late MPA Zain ul abadin .dearest Dada may your soul rest in peace.
May his soul rest in peace. Please note and correct that he did not belong to the former ruling family of Chitral. The Nai Tarikh Chitral printed by the former court has termed these tribes originated from Baba Ayub as the noble tribes of Chitral however they were not considered royal family a status enjoyed by the ruling prince and his close relatives. There is a new wave where we see descendants of former lals hakims and charvelus calling them selves the royals from Chitral. We cannot have 100000 princes in Chitral we are fedup of the existing few ones.
We the entire family is thankful and pay our heartiest respect to all those who have actively participated in the reference programmes organized in the memory of our beloved Abaji, and we are also grateful to those who could not attend the gatherings but the contacted us and praying for Abaji.
your this love shows that how much Abaji was close to every one not only in his beloved mother land Chitral but every where in Pakistan and,cross boarder.
We pay our gratitude to Peshawar Press Club, Shandur Travels and Bss for organizing such a nice programme in press club Peshawer.
we are also thank ful to Pamir literary society and the Chitrali community in Karachi for their love they showed about Abaji through the reference programmes they organized at their respective places.