Lawmakers Pay Tribute to Malik Muhammad Iqbal Channar
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 17th Aug, 2026) Lawmakers on Monday expressed grief over the passing away of Member National Assembly (MNA) Muhammad Iqbal Channar and honored his contributions to democracy and service to his constituents.
Speaker’s Tribute
Speaker National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq informed the House about the death of MNA Malik Muhammad Iqbal Channar from Bahawalpur. He highlighted that the deceased was the father of Punjab Assembly Deputy Speaker, Malik Zaheer Iqbal.
Memories and Tributes from Colleagues
Federal Minister for Housing and Works, Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada:
- Described Malik Iqbal Channar as a longstanding political colleague and dedicated worker.
- Noted his consistent association with Pakistan Muslim League (PML) throughout his political career.
- Recalled their personal and professional relationship, emphasizing his service to Bahawalpur and the Saraiki region.
- Highlighted his loyalty to his party during challenging times.
- Praised his role in local and provincial politics, continuing to serve his constituency even after being elected.
- Emphasized the importance of recognizing leaders who genuinely represented their areas.
- Expressed hope that Malik Iqbal Channar’s family tradition of public service would continue through the younger generation.
MNA Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI), Malik Muhammad Amir Dogar:
- Shared his grief over the death, describing Malik Iqbal Channar as a friend, elder, and political mentor.
- Recalled their last meeting during the budget session where they discussed his health and treatment.
- Praised him as a popular and dedicated political worker who remained loyal to one party throughout his life.
- Highlighted his contributions to development in Bahawalpur and southern Punjab.
- Mentioned his role as Punjab’s provincial minister for prisons, contributing to prison system reforms.
- Appreciated Malik Iqbal Channar’s accessibility and commitment to political workers.
- Prayed that Punjab Assembly Deputy Speaker, Malik Zaheer Iqbal Channar, would continue his father’s mission of public service.
