Chairman HEC expresses grief over demise of Iqra University's founder.

ISLAMABAD -- Chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC) Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed has expressed grief over the sad demise of Mr. Hunaid Hussain Lakhani, the Founding Chancellor of Iqra University.

In his condolence message, Chairman HEC said that the services Mr. Lakhani has rendered, especially in the field of education, will always be remembered.

He condoled with the faculty and students of Iqra University. 'Passing away of Mr. Lakhani has shocked the academia and society. We pray to Allah Almighty to give the departed soul a high place in paradise and elevate his ranks. We also pray for his bereaved family to be granted patience to bear the irreparable loss.'

Mr. Lakhani was a renowned educationist, philanthropist, social worker...