In a statement issued in Karachi on Saturday, the Executive Committee and members of Pakistan Broadcasters Association (PBA) expressed their deep sorrow and grief over the sad demise of the mother of Shakeel Masud, Chairman PBA and CEO Dawn News.

"On behalf of all its members, PBA extends its sympathies to the bereaved family and prays to Allah Almighty to give them the courage to bear this irreparable loss and to rest the departed soul in eternal peace," the statement further added.-PR