A condolence meeting was held in memory of Late Begum Najma Hameed, the senior PML-N leader and aunt of Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb. Meeting was organized by literary organization Daira, Josh Adabi Fav”in collaboration with Nation and Punjab Arts Council. The meeting was chaired by Chairman Qamar Jahan Foundation Dr. Jamal Nasir, literary organization Daira, Josh Adabi Fav. While remembering while remembering Late Najma Hameed He said that late former senator Begum Najma Hameed nurtured positive traditions in politics, never compromised on principles, supported Muslim League and its leaders like a loyal political worker, never feared oppression and tyranny.
He said her vital role for legislations against the protection of women’s rights highly commendable. Beyond political affiliation, she kept serving the people as her motto. This is the reason that he was respected in all walks of life. She was a dignified, elegant, sociable and good-mannered woman, her political and social services will be remembered forever, he added. Dr. Ghazanfar Mehdi said that Begum Najma Hameed was a true follower of Rasool.He paid high regards to her service for politics. He demanded that the 6th road should be named after “Begum Najma Hameed.” Rizwan Hameed, son of Begum Najma Hameed, said that the void created by his death can never be filled. He said her mother was courageous lady and led in the political arena with great determination and courage, and fought for the survival of democracy. The meeting ended with Fateha for Eesaal-e-Sawab of the Late Begum Najma Hameed.
