By Sumayya
In honour of Justice (R) Zulfiqar Ali Bukhari, Senior Advocate Supreme Court, Lahore, a lavish and dignified dinner reception was hosted by Ali Raza Ch at Village Taste Restaurant, Mississauga, a distinguished jurist and a long-time friend of the host’s late father, Chaudhry Fazal Hussain.
Warmth, respect and longstanding friendship marked the atmosphere as the gathering brought together prominent members of the legal profession, community leaders, professionals and friends from Canada and abroad.
Barrister Najam Naqvi (Liberal Party), London, Ontario; Malik Aftab of Kharian; Chaudhry Sajjad Ali of Dinah Chak; Syed Baqir Shah of Madina; Chaudhry Ashraf Hayat Gondal of Mandi Bahauddin; Syed Yasir Shah of Madina; Syed Hasan Shah; Chaudhry Ali Abbas Dagra, Advocate; Chaudhry Ali Shahenshah Dagra; Raja Rafiq Kayani; Ahmed Lodhi Sahib; Barrister Ali Naqi; Shehbaz Latif; Syed Muhammad Ali Shah; Syed Daniyal Shah; Hasan Batar; Chaudhry Fahad of Dinah Chak; Chaudhry Saddam of Dinah Chak; Raja Owais Sahib; Shehzad Khan; Hamza Cheema; Sohail Qadir; Malik Usman; Syed Shabir Shah of Suk Kalan; Syed Tahir Shah of Mamdipur; Fida Hussain Watto; Syed Shakeel Shah of Madina, along with several other friends and well-wishers, were among the distinguished guests.
Cherished recollections of love, sincerity, mutual respect and friendships extending across generations filled the dignified and memorable evening.
The longstanding friendship and close association shared by the late Chaudhry Fazal Hussain Sahib, Syed Sabir Hussain Shah, the late Syed Dilawar Naqvi, Advocate, the late Syed Zulfiqar Naqvi, Advocate, (Chandraey) Lahore, and Justice (R) Zulfiqar Ali Bukhari was a particularly touching part of the gathering’s remembrance. Their enduring bonds and treasured memories were fondly recalled, highlighting the values of loyalty, friendship and respect that have connected families and friends over many years.
A memorable celebration of friendship, heritage and community bonds was made by the presence of the distinguished guests, which added greatly to the warmth and splendour of the occasion.
For honouring the occasion with their presence, host Ali Raza Ch expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Justice (R) Zulfiqar Ali Bukhari Sahib and all the respected guests at the conclusion of the gathering. He thanked everyone for their affection, sincerity and continued friendship, which made the evening truly memorable.
