LAHORE – Former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa IGP Nasir Durrani died on Monday due to Covid-19 in Lahore.
Durrani was on ventilator at the Mayo Hospital in Punjab capital for a week after his health condition deteriorated due to Covid-19 infection.
The 64-year-old deceased top cop was known for brining massive changes in police department while serving in KP. He hand introduced a system, allowing citizens to file complaint against police officials for their corrupt practices.
Prime Minister Imran Khan, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and others have expressed condolence over the demise of the former IGP.
“Saddened to learn of the passing of former IG Police Nasir Durrani. My condolences and prayers go to his family. He was instrumental in reforming KP police when he was the IG. Pakistan has lost an outstanding police officer,” the premier wrote in a tweet.
Saddened to learn of the passing of former IG Police Nasir Durrani. My condolences and prayers go to his family. He was instrumental in reforming KP police when he was the IG. Pakistan has lost an outstanding police officer.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 19, 2021
Saddened to learn of the death of ex-IG KPK Nasir Khan Durrani, a stellar officer who served our country & people with integrity. Prayers and strength to his family to bear this great loss.
— Shah Mahmood Qureshi (@SMQureshiPTI) April 19, 2021
Saddened to learn about ex IG KP, Nasir Durrani sb's demise! What a loss!
He's fondly known 4 revolutionizing KP Police like a boss!👍
One of our security guards once worked with him.He shared how generous he was in his conduct. Allah's mercy & affection be upon his soul. Amen! pic.twitter.com/euiO5Qwy8t
— Maleeha Hashmey (@MaleehaHashmey) April 19, 2021
Sorry to hear the news of the passing away of Nasir Durrani sb – a great man, dedicated to his job and the one man who turned KP police around. May Allah grant him Jannah.
— Malik Amin Aslam (@aminattock) April 19, 2021
