ISLAMABAD – In a deeply saddening development, Marvi Khurshid Malik, daughter of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Senator and former federal minister Sherry Rehman, passed away in Karachi after suffering a brain haemorrhage. The news of her untimely demise was confirmed by the PPP Secretariat on Sunday, leaving the political community and the nation mourning this tragic loss.
Marvi Malik had been battling the severe medical condition for several days before her passing. Brain haemorrhage, a critical and life-threatening condition, had left her family and loved ones in a state of shock and grief. The sudden nature of her illness and subsequent death has deeply affected those close to her as well as political colleagues across the country.
In the wake of this heartbreaking news, President Asif Ali Zardari extended his heartfelt condolences to Senator Sherry Rehman and her family. He prayed for divine strength and patience for them to endure this immense loss. The President’s message reflected the sorrow felt at the highest levels of government, highlighting the close-knit nature of the PPP leadership.
Meanwhile, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah publicly expressed his profound sadness over the passing of Marvi Malik. He emphasized the personal grief shared by the entire province and the party, recognizing the emotional toll this tragedy has taken on Senator Rehman and her family. Other senior PPP leaders and government officials also voiced their sympathies, underscoring the collective mourning within political circles.
Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon conveyed his condolences, stating that he stands in solidarity with Senator Sherry Rehman during this difficult period. Similarly, PPP leader Shazia Marri described the news as both shocking and deeply saddening, offering her support and prayers to the bereaved family. The expressions of grief extended beyond Sindh, with Sindh government spokesperson Saadia Javed also sharing her sorrow and solidarity with the family in this time of mourning.
In a related development, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi termed the death of Marvi Malik an “unbearable loss.” He expressed his heartfelt sympathies and shared the sorrow of Senator Rehman and her family, highlighting the widespread impact of this tragedy across provincial boundaries.
It is worth noting that the funeral prayers for Marvi Khurshid Malik are scheduled to be held on Monday at 3:30 pm in DHA Phase 8, Karachi. The event is expected to draw a large number of mourners, including political figures, friends, and family members, all coming together to pay their final respects.
This unfortunate incident has cast a somber shadow over the political landscape, reminding everyone of the fragility of life and the importance of unity in times of sorrow. The PPP and the broader political community continue to stand with Senator Sherry Rehman, offering their unwavering support as she navigates through this profoundly difficult chapter.
