{"id":115101,"date":"2026-10-28T17:17:40","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T17:17:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/hamdard-pays-tribute-to-shaheed-hakim-mohammed-said-pakistan-observer\/"},"modified":"2026-10-28T17:17:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T17:17:40","slug":"hamdard-pays-tribute-to-shaheed-hakim-mohammed-said-pakistan-observer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/hamdard-pays-tribute-to-shaheed-hakim-mohammed-said-pakistan-observer\/","title":{"rendered":"Hamdard pays tribute to Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said – Pakistan Observer"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Members of Hamdard Shura Karachi and young speakers of Hamdard Naunehal Assembly paid glowing tribute to Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said for his multifaceted national services at a joint session yesterday to mark his Martyrdom Day on 17 October. Hamdard Foundation Pakistan organised the session under the theme \u201cA Lamp That Still Shines\u201d.<\/p>\n

The speakers highlighted his life and services, his vision for education and learning, and his mission to promote healthcare and service to humanity. Faisal Nadeem COO Hamdard Pakistan and Syed Muhammad Arsalan Director HFP also attended the session. Colonel (R) Mukhtar Ahmed Butt, Deputy Speaker of Hamdard Shura, said that 17 October was one of the darkest days in the country\u2019s history, when the nation lost a true patriot and healer. Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said was a man of humility and truth. He came to Pakistan with strong determination and devoted his abilities, resources and life to the country\u2019s progress and service.Brigadier (R) Tariq Khalil said that Hakim Said\u2019s ideas, way of speaking and high spirits inspired others. He valued children\u2019s education, training and encouragement and stressed the need to provide young people with opportunities to progress. Although he was martyred, his mission lives on through his ideas and services.<\/p>\n

He prayed that Allah would enable Hamdard\u2019s leadership to carry this mission forward and keep the lamp of knowledge and service shining.Young speakers Arfa Noor(Speaker), Aiza Arsalan(Leader of the House), Rahim bin Amir(Leader of the Oppostion) and Laiba Raza (Hamdard Village School) said that Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said made outstanding contributions to education and healthcare. He was a far-sighted leader who cared deeply about Pakistan\u2019s future and wanted the nation to progress through knowledge and hard work.The meeting also included a panel discussion with students. In response to their questions, Ms Sadia Rashid said that Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said\u2019s life was an excellent example of discipline. He woke up early, offered Tahajjud prayers, recited the Holy Quran and reflected before starting his daily work. Exercise and tennis were also part of his routine. He was punctual and regarded time as a trust from Allah. She added that education must go hand in hand with good upbringing, and that children should begin learning good habits and discipline at home.Professor Dr Jafar Ahmed said that Hakim Said\u2019s life taught us that people are more likely to succeed when their passion and profession are the same. Medicine was both his profession and his passion, and he made outstanding contributions to the field.<\/p>\n

He was also a social reformer who considered schools and primary education essential for improving society. He stressed that school education and children\u2019s character-building deserved special attention in nation-building.Senator Abdul Haseeb Khan said that Hakim Said began his working life with limited resources, setting up a small clinic in a room rented for just Rs 12 a month.<\/p>\n

His hard work, honesty, firm principles and commitment to serving humanity laid the foundation for a major institution. He urged young people to build strong character, maintain their relationship with Allah and make service to humanity their life\u2019s purpose.<\/p>\n

He also highlighted the importance of a balanced diet, adequate sleep, going to bed and waking up on time, and eating in moderation for a healthy life.Zafar Iqbal, Sultan Chawla, Raza Kazmi and Hamdard University Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Imran Amin and others also spoke at the meeting. The speakers stressed that carrying forward Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said\u2019s mission in knowledge, education, healthcare and welfare was essential. His life and services remain a source of inspiration for the younger generation.<\/p>\n

His ideas and practical efforts can help strengthen young people\u2019s character, promote knowledge and encourage a greater spirit of service to humanity.Huma Baig and Kaleem Chughtai paid tribute to Hakim Said through poetic verses.<\/p>\n

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