Geo and Jang Group President Imran Aslam passed away at the age of 70, JEE News reported on Friday.
Journalism giant Aslam had been unwell for some time and was undergoing treatment at a local hospital.
He was born in 1952 in Madras, India. He studied in London in the 70s and had a distinguished career in journalism.
Geo News, Geo Entertainment and Geo Super were launched under his leadership. He was also a founding member of the English language newspaper The News.
The journalist was also the Chief News Editor and Senior Editor of The News. He also had a career in scriptwriting and wrote more than 60 plays that appeared on stage and television.
The journalist’s brother Riyaz Aslam said that his sister and Aslam’s son will arrive from London.
Imran Aslam’s son Taimur said that his father’s funeral prayers will be offered near his house after Asr prayers and the burial will take place at DHA, Phase 8 graveyard.
Condolences are pouring in.
As soon as the news of his death came, people from all walks of life condoled Aslam’s death.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah expressed condolences on Aslam’s death.
Sindh Chief Minister said that Imran Aslam’s services in journalism and literature will always be remembered.
JUI(F) chief Fazlur Rehman also expressed grief over Aslam’s death.
“I am deeply saddened by the demise of the Geo and Jang Group president,” he added, adding that his journalistic services would be remembered.
Heartbroken to hear about the passing away of Imran Aslam An outstanding professional , a caring human being and a close friend. May Allah give him a place in Jannat. Ameen pic.twitter.com/nhAPyjyEyw
— Maleeha Lodhi (@LodhiMaleeha) December 2, 2022
I have lost my mentor today. Imran Aslam was a giant of Journalism, they don't make people like him anymore. This is such an irreparable loss for his family and friends. May Allah rest his soul in Peace, Ameen.
— Iftikhar Ahmad (@jawabdeyh) December 2, 2022
Our dearest Imran Aslam Sb, Group President GEO & Jang has passed away this morning. اِنَّا لِلّٰہِ وَاِنَّآ اِلَیْہِ رَاجِعُوْنَ May Allah bless his soul. pic.twitter.com/n6R8mzrusk
— Azhar Abbas (@AzharAbbas3) December 2, 2022
Needless to say, missing Tito even more today. May they both rest in peace.
— Zebunnisa Burki (@zburki) December 2, 2022
إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعونَ
— Mosharraf Zaidi (@mosharrafzaidi) December 2, 2022
First Tito, now Imran Aslam. Literally the end of an era. 😔
The giant of journalism and a dear friend has left us. Imran Aslam sb—profound journalist, prolific writer and visionary who took Geo Network to great heights. May you wield the pen in the other world. RIP🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/GDYa73DKlL
— Adnan Siddiqui (@adnanactor) December 2, 2022
RIP Imran Aslam .
— Mariana Baabar (@MarianaBaabar) December 2, 2022
Taking away the colors from Karachi skies , one by one.
You will be missed bro! https://t.co/lwFInfYK4G
