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Qatar Tribune
7 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar's unprecedented transformation aresult of its vision: Ex-Pakistani diplomat
Syed Ishtiaq Hussain Andrabi, former Ambassador of Pakistan to Norway and Chile, has described Qatar's remarkable transformation over the past four decades as an unprecedented achievement, reflecting its modern vision and progress. Andrabi, who served at the Pakistani mission in Doha from 1985 to 1989, initially as a third secretary and later as a second secretary, visited Qatar briefly on his way to Toronto, where he reunited with his old friends. Andrabi, who served in various capacities in Egypt, the UK, Lebanon, the US, Brazil, Sri Lanka, and Argentina, was astonished by the rapid development in Qatar, attributing its progress to the nation's visionary leadership. During his stay in Doha, en route to Canada, where his son lives, he visited the iconic Pak Shamaa School, the oldest community educational institution, established in 1958. Upon his arrival at the school, he received a warm welcome from MA Shahid, President of the School Management Committee; Nabila Kaukab, Principal; Muhammad Abrar Hussain, Member of the Board of Governors, and faculty members. Andrabi had high words of praise for Shahid, who took charge of the school in 1987, revitalised it, and transformed it into one of the country's top educational institutions, dedicated to imparting quality education to expatriate community in Qatar. Earlier, Prime Logistics, in collaboration with the Pakistan Arts Society–Qatar (PAS), hosted a luncheon in honour of Andrabi at the Spice and Sizzle Restaurant, attended by prominent community members and his old friends. PAS General Secretary Adeel Akbar welcomed the gathering and highlighted Andrabi's instrumental support in advancing his forum's efforts to organise various high-profile events during his stint in office in Qatar. Speaking on the occasion, Andrabi thanked the community members for organising a reception in his honour and giving an opportunity to meet old friends. 'After spending four years in Qatar, I returned to Pakistan in 1989 with fond memories of Doha, where I experienced some of the best years of my life. I have always found the Pakistani community to be hardworking, united, and willing to support one another. During my current visit, cherished memories have been rekindled once again,' remarked Andrabi. Osama Idrees, Community Welfare Attaché at the Pakistan Embassy in Doha, warmly welcomed Andrabi to Qatar, expressing deep appreciation for his extensive experience and invaluable contributions as a seasoned career diplomat. GD Khan Bangash, host and Managing Director of Prime Logistics, expressed his heartfelt gratitude and appreciation as he proposed the vote of thanks. He paid tributes to Andrabi for his unwavering commitment and invaluable contributions to community services throughout his tenure in Qatar.
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
J&K Waqf Board hands over appointment letter to brother of local killed in Pahalgam terror attack
Srinagar: J&K Waqf Board Chairperson, Darakhshan Andrabi, handed over the appointment letter to the brother of Syed Adil Hussain Shah, the pony wallah, who was killed by terrorists in the Pahalgam attack while he tried to save tourists. Speaking to reporters, Andrabi said that the next of kin of Adil has been provided the job letter to honour the sacrifice of the horse ride operator. 'His sacrifice will always be remembered,' Andrabi said. Eye-witnesses claimed Syed Adil Hussain had a scuffle with the terrorists when he asked them why they were killing innocent people. They further claimed that he tried to snatch the weapons of one terrorist but was shot dead during the scuffle. At least 26 civilians, including 25 tourists and a local, were killed on April 22 by the terrorists in the Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam. The nation was outraged by the terror attack. In his first reaction, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the terrorists, their handlers and backers would he chased and hunted down to the ends of the earth. After a meeting with the Defence Minister, National Security Advisor, Chief of Defence Services (CDS), three chiefs of Army, Navy and the Air Force, the Prime Minister announced that the armed forces had been given free hand to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack by deciding the timing, target and the magnitude of the response against the terrorists, true backers and handlers. On Monday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had a 40-minute-long meeting with the Prime Minister. The Defence Minister met PM Modi after he received a detailed briefing by the CDS on the preparedness of the country's armed forces to meet any eventuality. J&K L-G also held a security review meeting with Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi in Srinagar a few days ago, and asked the Army to use whatever force is required to hunt down the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack. Meanwhile, to send a powerful message to terrorists, their Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and sympathisers, security forces continue demolition of the houses of terrorists. Last Friday, two houses belonging to Adil Hussain Thokar and Asif Sheikh were demolished in the Tral and Bijbehara areas. Both these terrorists were part of the LeT terrorist group involved in the Pahalgam killings. Security forces have so far demolished the houses of 10 terrorists, who are reportedly still active in the Kashmir Valley. On Monday, the J&K Assembly unanimously condemned the dastardly terrorist attack and passed a resolution on this.
