Sindh Governor, Mr. Imran Ismail and Mr. Abbas Akberali, Chairman Amreli Steels and Vice Chairman PALSP (Pakistan Association of Large Steel Producers) visited the bereaved family of Deputy Collector Customs, Quetta, Mr. Abdul Quddus Sheikh, for condolences. During the meeting, Mr. Akberali handed over a cheque of Rs. 500,000, on behalf of PALSP to assist the deceased’s family. Mr. Akberali promised that PALSP will provide financial support towards the deceased’s three children’s education, till they graduate and will also assist them in seeking employment.
Earlier at a meeting with Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday (10 July, 2019) in Karachi, Mr. Akberali and Mr. Husain Agha (CEO, Agha Steel) had expressed deep sadness on the passing away of Mr. Abdul Quddus Sheikh and had committed to assist the deceased’s family by providing financial support.
Conveying his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, and the Customs Department, Mr. Akberali said, “Mr. Sheikh will be remembered as a brave government official, who died in the service of the nation. The late Mr. Abdul Quddus Sheikh displayed valiant behavior in his efforts to curb the scourge of smuggling that has dealt a severe blow to local industries, like the steel sector. His services will always be remembered. May his soul rest in peace”.
Mr. Sheikh was critically injured by a band of suspected smugglers after an operation in Gahi Khan Chowk in Quetta. He was flown to a Karachi hospital for treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday.”
