Islamabad (TDI): Well-Known Islamic preacher and religious scholar Dr. Zakir Naik Monday landed at Islamabad International report for addressing public gatherings in Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore.
A spokesperson of the Ministry Of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Hormony said that he was warmly received by Additional Secretary Dr. Syed Attaur Rehman on his arrival at Islamabad International Airport.
According to the ministry, Parliamentary Secretary for Religious Affairs Shamshir Ali Mazari and Prime Minister Youth Program Chairman Rana Mashhood were also present at the airport to welcome Dr. Naik.
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During his one month-long trip, to continue till October 28, 2024, he is expected to meet with senior officials in Pakistan.
During his visit, Dr Zakir Naik is scheduled to address various public gatherings in Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore and will also lead Friday prayers during his stay in Pakistan.
Naik is also schedule to meet senior government officials and participate in various public engagements.
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In 2016, when Naik was in Malaysia, the Indian authorities leveling various accusations against him, took steps to arrest him.
Naik did not return to India and became a permanent resident of Malaysia then. Naik strongly rejected all charges that the authorities were propagating.
India’s National Investigation Agency made attempts to issue an Interpol Red Notice for his arrest, which was refused due to insufficient evidence. Later on his Peace TV was banned in India.
Naik has founded the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) and Peace TV and is a well-known figure in the Islamic world.
