According to family sources, his funeral prayers will be offered on Sunday, May 17, after Zuhr prayers at Jamia Ashrafia in Lahore.
The All Pakistan Newspapers Society expressed deep sorrow over his death and paid tribute to his contributions to journalism and intellectual thought.
APNS President Sarmad Ali and Secretary General Muhammad Athar Qazi described Altaf Hassan Qureshi as one of the most respected and influential personalities in Urdu journalism.
They said his lifelong services to journalism, national discourse and literary development would remain unforgettable in Pakistan’s media history.
The APNS stated that through Urdu Digest, Qureshi played a historic role in promoting serious journalism, intellectual debate and literary values across Pakistan.
The organisation praised his editorial vision, integrity and dedication to responsible journalism, saying these qualities earned him immense respect among journalists and readers alike.
APNS leaders termed his passing an irreparable loss for Pakistan’s journalistic and literary community, while extending condolences to the bereaved family and praying for the departed soul.
