KATI Renames Community Park After Former President Danish Khan

The Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has renamed its Community Park as Danish Khan Community Park in recognition of its former president’s services to the business community and Karachi.

KATI announced the tribute during a condolence meeting held in memory of Danish Khan. The gathering included Quran Khawani and prayers for the departed soul.

Sindh Minister for Labour and Human Resources Saeed Ghani attended the meeting. He recalled his longstanding friendship and close association with the late industrialist.

Saeed Ghani Recalls Danish Khan’s Public Service

Ghani described Danish Khan as a sincere person and a wonderful friend. He said Khan maintained warm relations with people from all walks of life, including labourers and senior officials.

He recalled Khan’s kind-hearted nature and commitment to helping others. Ghani also said he had accompanied Khan during election campaigns, as the late industrialist had contested elections as a Pakistan Peoples Party candidate.

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“I always found Danish Khan helping people and making sincere efforts for the betterment of the city,” Ghani said.

He added that Khan had strong political insight and regularly shared valuable advice. Ghani said Karachi had lost a person whose contributions would be difficult to replace.

KATI President Pays Tribute to Former Leader

KATI President Sheikh Umer Rehan described Khan’s death as an irreparable loss for the business community.

He called the late industrialist an experienced and dedicated leader. He said Khan earned respect through his professional expertise and commitment to serving the industrial sector.

Rehan said Khan had led KATI with distinction. He also played an important role in strengthening the association and highlighting the concerns of industrialists and traders.

He added that Khan’s contributions and sincerity would remain part of KATI’s history. His experience and leadership, he said, would continue to inspire younger business leaders.

Rehan also announced the renaming of KATI Community Park as Danish Khan Community Park to honour his services.

Zubair Chhaya Highlights His Contributions to KATI

KATI Deputy Patron-in-Chief Zubair Chhaya described Danish Khan as a talented, courteous and respected industrialist.

He said Khan earned recognition through hard work, dedication and professional ability. His contributions to KATI and efforts to strengthen the association, Chhaya added, deserved appreciation.

Even after completing his term as president, Khan remained actively involved in KATI’s work. He continued to support efforts to address the challenges facing Korangi Industrial Area and its business community.

Chhaya offered condolences to the bereaved family. He said the industrial and business community shared their grief and prayed for strength and patience for the family.

Industrial Community Joins Condolence Meeting

The gathering was attended by Sindh Inspector General of Police Javed Alam Odho, KATI President Sheikh Umer Rehan and Deputy Patron-in-Chief Zubair Chhaya.

Other participants included KITE Limited Chairman Zahid Saeed, CEO Saleem-uz-Zaman, Senior Vice President Syed Farukh Qandhari and Vice President Nasir Sheikh.

Danish Khan’s son, Hamza Danish, also attended. Former KATI presidents and chairmen Farhan-ur-Rehman, Masood Naqi, Muhammad Ikram Rajput, Farukh Mazhar, Ehteshamuddin, Johar Ali Qandhari and Junaid Naqi were present.

Members of KATI’s executive committee and representatives of the industrial and business community also joined the gathering.

Other speakers remembered Khan’s leadership, professional services and cordial relations. They said he placed collective interests above personal considerations and worked for the welfare of businesses and society.

The meeting concluded with prayers for the eternal peace of the departed soul and strength for his family.