A committee has been constituted to recognise and honour distinguished personalities associated with Karachi’s District Central by installing commemorative plaques outside their historic residences.
The initiative was launched on the special directives of senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader, former senator and former federal minister Dr Asim Hussain, who also chairs Ziauddin Hospital.
The committee will work under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Central Taha Saleem and includes prominent figures from different fields, including Aqeel Abbas Jafri, Syed Shal Waliullah Junaidi, Afia Salam, Mirza Iqbal Baig and Shakil Ahmed.
Historic Residences to Be Identified
The committee will identify and document the former residences of notable personalities linked to District Central who made significant contributions to art, academia, literature, science, culture, sports and other fields.
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Following the identification process, commemorative plaques will be installed outside the selected properties to recognise their achievements and preserve their historical significance.
Dr Asim Hussain Highlights Cultural Heritage
Dr Asim Hussain said Karachi, particularly District Central, had produced distinguished personalities whose contributions brought recognition to Pakistan internationally.
He said society had a collective responsibility to acknowledge and preserve the legacy of individuals who shaped the country’s cultural, intellectual and social landscape.
He added that the initiative would help future generations learn about the achievements and inspiring stories of national icons while strengthening the district’s cultural identity.
The formation of the committee marks the first step towards implementing the initiative, which aims to preserve local heritage and recognise the contributions of prominent personalities associated with District Central.
