Zakir Naik meets Nawaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz in Raiwind
During the meeting at the Sharif family's estate, the scholar and PML-N leaders reportedly discussed various issues.
However, no official statement has been released regarding the specifics of the conversation.
Last week, former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Hafeez has sparked controversy after meeting Dr. Zakir Naik.
Hafeez shared pictures from their meeting on social media, prompting widespread criticism. Hafeez posted, 'Pleasure meeting with Zakir Naik,' alongside images of them together, including one at a restaurant.
The post was met with strong reactions online, with many questioning his decision to meet Naik.
One social media user wrote 'This is one of the reasons why the Indian cricket team and the Indian government do not want to come to Pakistan.'
And they say India doesn't play in Pakistan. When you welcome and cherish a designated terrorist then India will play in Pakistan? Well done @JayShah not sending Indian team to Pakistan. — Devender Yadav (@DevenderYadav05) March 7, 2025
Most of the criticism came from Indian nationals. Dr. Naik is currently wanted by Indian authorities on charges of alleged money laundering and inciting extremism.
The controversy also reignited discussions around India's refusal to play in Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
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