Syed Mukthiyar Ahmed (47), nephew of Corporator Suhail Baig and a resident of Pulikeshi Road in Lashkar Mohalla near Shahi Masjid, passed away early this morning at a private hospital here, following brief illness.

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

Namaz-e-Janaza will be held at Eidgah Masjid at 5 pm (Asar) today, followed by the burial at the Muslim Burial Grounds near Tipu Circle.