The National Assembly on Tuesday offered Fateha for the departed soul of Senator Irfan-ul-Haque Siddiqui, who passed away on Monday night.

At the request of the chair, Syed Imran Ahmad Shah led the Fateha.

Senator Irfan Siddiqui passed away on Monday in Islamabad after a brief illness.

He was a renowned columnist, political commentator, and senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N).

He also served as special assistant to the prime minister on national affairs and was the party’s parliamentary leader in the Senate.

Irfan Siddiqui’s funeral prayers will be offered today (Tuesday) at 4pm, and he will be laid to rest at the H-11 cemetery in Islamabad.

Meanwhile, political and social leaders have expressed sorrow over Irfan Siddiqui’s death.

In his message, President Asif Zardari expressed grief over Irfan Siddiqui’s death, highlighting his contributions to democracy.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also expressed sorrow, saying Irfan Siddiqui was a key member of the PML-N and a close associate, whose contributions to the party will always be remembered.

PML-N President Nawaz Sharif described Siddiqui’s passing as a great tragedy, calling him a loyal and trusted brother.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi prayed for Siddiqui’s soul and for strength and patience for his family.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti also expressed their sorrow, saying that Pakistan has lost a prominent and respected politician.

Governors of Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa offered condolences to the late senator’s family.