Religious Affairs Minister and JUI-F MNA Mufti Abdul Shakoor Dies in Islamabad Road Accident
Islamabad – Pakistan’s political and religious community is mourning the loss of Religious Affairs Minister and JUI-F MNA Mufti Abdul Shakoor, who died in a road accident in Islamabad on Friday.
According to reports, Mufti Abdul Shakoor’s car collided with a truck on the Islamabad-Lahore Motorway, resulting in his death. The minister was reportedly traveling to Lahore to attend a religious gathering.
Mufti Abdul Shakoor was a prominent religious scholar and a member of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) political party. He had been serving as the Religious Affairs Minister since April 2021, following a cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Imran Khan.
The news of his sudden death has sent shockwaves throughout Pakistan’s political and religious community, with many expressing their condolences on social media and in public statements.
Prime Minister Imran Khan expressed his grief over the tragic incident, saying, “I am deeply saddened to hear of the sudden death of Mufti Abdul Shakoor. He was a dedicated and sincere public servant who served the nation with great distinction. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
Opposition leaders, including Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Maryam Nawaz Sharif, also expressed their condolences and paid tribute to Mufti Abdul Shakoor’s contributions to the country.
Road accidents are a significant problem in Pakistan, with thousands of people losing their lives each year due to reckless driving, poor road conditions, and inadequate safety measures. The tragic death of Mufti Abdul Shakoor is a stark reminder of the urgent need for the government and relevant authorities to take steps to improve road safety and reduce the number of accidents.
In this difficult time, we extend our deepest sympathies to Mufti Abdul Shakoor’s family, friends, and colleagues, and we hope that they find comfort and solace in the memories of his life and work.
