LAHORE — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif visited the residence of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Lahore on Sunday to offer fateha over the demise of the minister’s maternal uncle, Akmal Hussain Naqvi. The Prime Minister prayed for the elevation of the departed soul and expressed his condolences to the bereaved family. During the visit, the Interior Minister also briefed PM Shehbaz Sharif on the important talks held the previous night and the progress made during the discussions.
FAKTA
- What: PM Shehbaz Sharif visited Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s residence to offer fateha and condolences.
- Who passed away: Akmal Hussain Naqvi, the maternal uncle of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
- Where: The Interior Minister’s residence in Lahore.
- When: Sunday, 4 October 2026.
- Also discussed: Naqvi briefed the Prime Minister on the previous night’s talks and the progress made, amid the ongoing government–opposition negotiations.
PM Shehbaz Sharif Offers Condolences
The Prime Minister’s visit was a solemn occasion. He joined the fateha — the traditional Islamic prayer for the deceased — reciting verses for the peace of the departed soul and praying for patience and fortitude for the grieving family. Offering fateha in person is a deeply rooted practice in Pakistan, signalling respect for the departed and solidarity with the bereaved.
The gesture reflects the personal rapport between the Prime Minister and his cabinet members: in a moment of private grief, the head of government stood beside his Interior Minister, underscoring the human bonds that run through the country’s top leadership.
Briefing on Talks and Governance
The visit was not only about condolences. During the meeting, Interior Minister Naqvi briefed the Prime Minister in detail about the important talks held the previous night and the progress made during the discussions, as the government continues its negotiations with the opposition.
The meeting highlights how the leadership combines personal and official business: even a condolence call became an occasion to take stock of governance matters and the political landscape.
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