Islamabad, May 15, 2026: Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Friday extended warm felicitations to prominent journalists who were conferred prestigious civil awards in recognition of their professional excellence and contributions to journalism in Pakistan.
In a statement issued by the National Assembly Secretariat’s Directorate General of Media, the speaker congratulated President of the Lahore Press Club Mr. Arshad Ansari and veteran journalist Mr. Ehtisham Ul Haq on being awarded the Hilal-e-Imtiaz.
He also felicitated Bureau Chief of 92 News Mr. Tariq Aziz and anchorperson of Samaa TV Ms. Kiran Naz on being conferred the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for their valuable services to the media industry and the nation.
Speaker Ayaz Sadiq said the conferment of civil awards reflects recognition of the recipients’ dedication, professionalism, and outstanding contributions toward promoting credible and responsible journalism in Pakistan.
He remarked that the services rendered by the award recipients in the fields of media and public awareness are highly commendable and serve as an inspiration for journalists across the country.
The speaker further emphasized that journalists play a vital role in strengthening democratic institutions, promoting informed public discourse, and upholding the principles of responsible journalism.
He also appreciated the broader contributions of Pakistan’s media fraternity toward national development and expressed his best wishes for the continued success of the award recipients and the journalistic community nationwide.
