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Journalist Babra Rizvi laid to rest

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 21 October 2018

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Journalist Babra Rizvi laid to rest
Babra Rizvi, a prominent journalist, passed away due to cancer and was laid to rest in Islamabad. Her contributions to journalism and dedication were honored by many.

ISLAMABAD – Journalist Babra Rizvi who died of cancer on Saturday was laid to rest at the H-11 Graveyard on Sunday.

Ms Babra who worked for Dailies Khabrain and Pakistan during her career, was also a former member of the National Press Club governing body .

Shakeel Anjum, Secretary-General of the press club said she was a fine journalist and will be remembered for her work for her organizations and the club.

A large number of journalists and others attended her funeral prayers at the press club.

KEY POINTS:

  • Babra Rizvi died of cancer on Saturday.
  • She was buried at H-11 Graveyard on Sunday.
  • Worked for Dailies Khabrain and Pakistan.
  • Former member of National Press Club governing body.
  • Her funeral was attended by numerous journalists.

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