Departure of Dr AQ Khan an irreparable loss for Pakistan and the Muslim world: Prof Khurshid Ahmad
Expressing great
grief and sorrow over the demise of renowned nuclear scientist Dr Abdul Qadeer
Khan in Islamabad, former Senator and founder of Institute of Policy Studies
(IPS) Professor Khurshid Ahmad extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved
family while terming the departure of the national hero an irrevocable loss not
only for Pakistan and its people, but in fact for the whole Muslim world.
In a heartfelt condolence message issued on October 10, 2021, Ahmad said that
his association with Dr Khan dated back to their student days, and he was
fortunate to have several opportunities ever since to exchange views with the
late scientist over matters of national significance. He said that the deceased
was a passionate patriot whose critical role and contributions in making
Pakistan invincible will always be mentioned with shining words.
He prayed that may Allah Almighty rest the departed soul in eternal peace while
granting the bereaved family patience and strength to bear the loss with
fortitude.
