Bilal Pasha, Bannu Cantonment Board chief executive officer, who committed suicide by shooting himself, has been laid to rest on Tuesday.
Hailing from Abdul Hakeem, a suburb of Kabirwala, Bilal's demise has left a profound impact on his community. The funeral prayer for Bilal Ahmed Pasha was held on at 10 am in Qaisar Town, Abdul Hakim, where family, friends, and well-wishers paid their respects and bid farewell to a man who made a lasting impact on the community.
The sudden demise of Bilal Pasha has sparked investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death. District Police Officer (DPO) Bannu conducted a thorough examination of the scene and has preliminarily indicated that the incident appears to be a case of suicide.
Reports from the investigation have suggested that Mr Pasha was undergoing domestic disputes, possibly contributing to the stress he experienced. His recent transfer from Bannu to Rawalpindi, where his ex-wife holds a significant position, might have added to his tensions.
The police’s initial findings pointed to a single gunshot wound inflicted with a 9mm pistol, leading to Bilal Pasha's tragic passing. Post-mortem reports aligned with the apparent suicide scenario.
Ahmad Yar, Bilal’s father, revealed that Bilal had been married for a few years but eventually separated. Assistant Commissioner Bannu, Syed Abrar Ali Shah, mentioned that Bilal had seemed regular and hadn’t expressed any apparent mental stress prior to the incident.
Media reports have detailed a bullet wound on Bilal Pasha’s head. His funeral prayers were conducted at the Cantonment Board premises before his body was transported to his hometown in Khanewal for burial. Investigations continue to unfold as authorities delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding Bilal Pasha's untimely passing.
Meanwhile, Ahmad Yar shared details with the BBC Urdu about his final interactions with his son, shedding light on the days leading up to the tragic incident. With deep emotion in his voice, he recounted his last conversation with Bilal. “I spoke to Bilal on Saturday, and he mentioned his recent transfer,” he said. Reflecting on their conversation, Ahmad Yar tearfully expressed, “Eight to 10 days ago, Bilal mentioned that he was considering taking leave to come home and rest at my insistence.”
Recalling the events leading to the tragedy, Ahmad Yar spoke about Sunday and Monday's interactions with his son. "On Sunday, during the Fajr prayer, Bilal unexpectedly called me. It was unusual, and I was surprised by the timing of his call," he recounted.
Ahmad Yar further narrated that Bilal had a conversation with a friend, informing them about his journey to Islamabad and offering assistance if needed. Concern arose when subsequent attempts to reach Bilal went unanswered, leading Ahmad Yar to believe his son might have fallen asleep.
