Alhaj Khizer Mahmood (85), retired Headmaster of Farooqia Boys High School, former Director of Muslim Co-operative Bank and a resident of Udayagiri, near Madeena Masjid, passes away this morning at his residence in city. 

He leaves behind his wife, four sons, two daughters and a host of relatives and friends.

Namaz-e-Janaza and burial took place today after Zohar prayers at the Muslim Burial Grounds near Tipu Circle.