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Asif Saeed Khan Khosa

Notable Khosa

Asif Saeed Khan Khosa (born 21 December 1954) is a Pakistani jurist who served as the 26th Chief Justice of Pakistan from 18 January 2019 to 20 December 2019. He joined the Supreme Court as a judge on 18 February 2010 and prior to that served as judge of the Lahore High Court.

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Dr. Nazir Ahmad (Shaheed) Former MNA

Politician

Dr. Nazir Ahmad (Shaheed) was born in Fazilpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, to a family that had originally resided in Tehang, Jalandhar district, before moving to Faisalabad and eventually settling in Dera Ghazi Khan. Dr. Nazir Ahmad began his political career after he was introduced to Jamaat-e-Islami literature by a friend. He defeated Sir Mohammed Khan Leghari, the father of former president Farooq Leghari, in the 1970 Pakistani general elections for a National Assembly of Pakistan constituency representing Dera Ghazi Khan.

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Faiz Ahmed Khan Jaskani (late ) , Advocate High Court

Notable Jaskani

Faiz Ahmed Khan Jaskani Late Advocate High Court , occupies a distinguished place in the history of Dera Ghazi Khan as one of its most respected legal professionals, public servants, and political figures. Throughout his life, he remained deeply committed to justice, integrity, and the welfare of the people. His contributions extended far beyond the courtroom, earning him the admiration and affection of the citizens of the district.

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Hafiz Abdul Karim

Politician

Hafiz Abdul Karim is a Pakistani politician, medical doctor, and Islamic scholar from Dera Ghazi Khan, southern Punjab. He is a key figure in both mainstream politics and the religious sphere. Basic Profile Born: January 1, 1960 Profession: Doctor (MBBS) and Hafiz-e-Quran (Islamic scholar) Religious Role: Currently serves as the 3rd Emir (Ameer) of Markazi Jamiat Ahle Hadith (JAH) Pakistan. He was elected unopposed to this position in May 2025 following the death of Professor Sajid Mir. He previously served as Secretary-General of the organization. Family: His son, Usama Abdul Karim , is the current MPA from PP-289 Dera Ghazi Khan-IV, elected unopposed in early 2026 on a PML-N ticket.

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Karim Nawaz Khan Jaskani ( Late )

Educationist Jaskani

Mr. Karim Nawaz Khan Jaskani A legendary figure in the educational history of Dera Ghazi Khan, Mr. Karim Nawaz Khan Jaskani stands as the senior-most educationist whose lifelong dedication transformed the future of countless families across the region. With unwavering commitment, integrity, and fatherly affection, he devoted over three decades of his life to the noble mission of educating the youth of Dera Ghazi Khan, empowering them to rise above challenges and achieve excellence in their chosen fields. His vision was simple yet profound: to brighten the future of the people of Dera Ghazi Khan through quality education, discipline, and personal guidance. Thousands of students who passed through his hands are today successful doctors, engineers, educationists, businessmen, and professionals serving with distinction both within Pakistan and abroad. Many well-established families in Dera Ghazi Khan proudly trace their success to the foundational guidance, motivation, and principled leadership provided by Mr. Jaskani. He is remembered with deep love, respect, and gratitude as a man of principle who served as a beacon of hope and a father figure to generations.

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Malik Ahmed Bakhsh Bapa Former District and Sessions Judge

Notable

Malik Ahmed Bakhsh Bapa is a prominent legal and public figure from Pakistan who served as a Former District and Sessions Judge and later as the Member In-charge for the Punjab Ombudsman Office in Dera Ghazi Khan.

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Mohsin Naqvi (Late) Urdu Poet and Journalist

Notable

Mohsin Naqvi was a renowned Pakistani Urdu poet, journalist, and intellectual, widely admired for his emotional and powerful poetry. Introduction Born on 5 May 1947 in Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan, Mohsin Naqvi’s real name was Ghulam Abbas. He later adopted “Mohsin Naqvi” as his pen name (takhallus). He earned a master's degree in Urdu literature and developed a strong reputation for his deep, expressive writing style.

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Muhammad Hanif Khan Pitafi

Politician Pitafi

Muhammad Hanif Khan Pitafi is a Pakistani politician from Dera Ghazi Khan, southern Punjab. He belongs to the Pitafi tribe and has established himself as an active public representative in the region. Basic Profile Full Name: Muhammad Hanif Pitafi (son of Musa Khan) Date of Birth: November 30, 1976, in Dera Ghazi Khan Education: Graduate (BA) from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan (1994)

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Nasir Mahmood Khan Khosa

Notable Khosa

Mr. Nasir Mahmood Khosa is a retired Pakistani civil servant from Dera Ghazi Khan, belonging to the Pakistan Administrative Service. With an outstanding civil service career, he has held some of the country’s most prestigious positions, including Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Chief Secretary of Punjab, and Chief Secretary of Balochistan. He was promoted to Federal Secretary in 2010. After retiring from civil service, he served as Executive Director at the World Bank from 2013 to 2017. Currently, Mr. Nasir Mahmood Khosa is the Chairman of Government Holdings Pvt. Ltd. and a board member of Pak Brunei Investment Company.

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Asif Saeed Khan Khosa

Dr. Nazir Ahmad (Shaheed) Former MNA

Faiz Ahmed Khan Jaskani (late ) , Advocate High Court

Hafiz Abdul Karim

Karim Nawaz Khan Jaskani ( Late )

Malik Ahmed Bakhsh Bapa Former District and Sessions Judge

Mohsin Naqvi (Late) Urdu Poet and Journalist

Muhammad Hanif Khan Pitafi

Nasir Mahmood Khan Khosa

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