STAFF REPORTER
PESHAWAR : Abaseen Arts Council Peshawar organized a condolence reference titled “Shaam-e-Malaal” in memory of the council’s senior member and former President of the Sarhad Chamber of Commerce, Haji Muhammad Akbar Zia Sethi, and renowned artist and prominent set designer at Pakistan Television (PTV) Peshawar, Saeed Sultan Khattak. The event paid tribute to the personalities and valuable contributions of both deceased individuals.
The ceremony was chaired by Council President Professor Dr. Ijaz Khan Khattak, while Khalid Sultan Khawaja attended as the chief guest. Aziz Ijaz conducted the proceedings. The event commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran by Qari Shahid Azam Al-Azhari.
On the occasion, family members of the deceased, Raza Ali and Sheema Sultan, shared their memories and personal experiences. Khalid Sultan Khawaja, Honorary Secretary Jahanzeb Malik, and Executive Committee member Sidrat-ul-Muntaha also highlighted the services and personalities of the departed.
In his address, Council President Professor Dr. Ijaz Khan Khattak paid tribute to Haji Muhammad Akbar Zia Sethi for his valuable contributions to business, social welfare, culture and literature. He also acknowledged Saeed Sultan Khattak’s remarkable artistic achievements and services to the television industry.
The speakers observed that the contributions, legacy and memories of both distinguished personalities would remain alive for generations to come.
The ceremony concluded with the recitation of Fateha and prayers for the forgiveness of the deceased and elevation of their ranks in the hereafter.
