Asim Jamil - the son of renowned Islamic scholar Maulana Tariq Jamil - was shot dead on Sunday and condolences poured in from across the country.
The incident took place in Tulamba Tehsil of Khanewal district of Punjab.
Speaking to Samaa Digital, DPO Khanewal Rana Umar Farooq Salamat confirmed that Asim Jamil was shot dead, saying he got a bullet in his chest.
"Nephew of Tariq Jamil has claimed that Asim Jamil shot himself," Salamat added.
Meanwhile, police have also initiated an investigation of the incident, he added.
On the other hand, Maulana Tariq Jamil took to X (formerly Twitter) to confirm the demise of his son.
"My son Asim Jamil passed away today in Tulamba. This accidental death has made the atmosphere mournful," he wrote.
The religious scholar added, "We request you [people] all to remember us in your prayers on this miserable occasion. May Allah grant my son a high place in Jannat."
Condolences from across the nation poured in as news of the unfortunate passing of Tariq Jamil's son circulated on the internet.
President Dr Arif Alvi expressed grief and sorrow over the death of Asim Jamil. The president said the death of a young son was a painful moment.
“My sympathies are with Maulana Tariq Jamil and his family,” he posted on his X account. The president prayed for patience for the family in this difficult time.
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar offered his heartfelt condolences to Maulana Tariq Jamil and expressed deep sorrow and grief at the loss of Asim Jameel.
PM prayed that Allah may grant the departed soul a place in his mercy and provide patience and solace to the bereaved.
PML-N Senior Vice President Maryam Nawaz
Istehkam-e-Pakistan (IPP) President Abdul Aleem Khan took to X to express condolences to the religious scholar.
Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N) President and former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif also took to X to share his thoughts.
In addition to these notable individuals, numerous public figures including the speaker of the National Assembly (NA) Raja Pervaiz Ashraf extended their heartfelt condolences following the passing of Asim Jamil.
