Dr Zakir Naik addresses over 150,000 attendees at Badshahi Mosque

The estimated number of individuals tuning in online is in millions.


News Desk October 14, 2024
Zakir Naik. PHOTO: AFP

In Lahore, over 150,000 attendees participated in Dr. Zakir Naik's address at the Badshahi Mosque.

The religious preacher spoke at the mosque over the past two days, with more than 150,000 people attending in person to listen to his speech. The estimated number of individuals tuning in online is in the millions.

According to Express News, Lahore police deployed a significant presence for Dr Zakir Naik's program. This included SPs, ASPs, SDPOs, SHOs, and additional security personnel.

DIG Operations Faisal Kamran continuously monitored the situation in the field, ensuring effective oversight. Lahore police provided excellent security throughout the day, and the public expressed their satisfaction with the smooth entry into the mosque.

According to Faisal Kamran, over 1,500 police personnel and relevant officers were on duty, and the officers deserve praise for ensuring the safety and convenience of the public.

DIG Operations Faisal Kamran stated that they received positive feedback from guests and the public regarding security arrangements.

He expressed gratitude to the public for their full cooperation with the Lahore police, emphasizing that providing excellent security alongside public convenience is the top priority for the Lahore police.

Dr. Zakir Naik, who arrived in Pakistan on September 30 for a month-long tour, plans to deliver lectures in key cities such as Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore.

This visit marks his first return to Pakistan in thirty years, following his last trip in 1992, during which he met Dr. Israr Ahmed in Lahore.

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