By Syed Shamsuddin The tragic news of a devastating accident at Havelian, Hazara Division, on September 9, 2025, has cast a deep shadow of grief across the region and among all who knew the victims. Among the five precious lives lost was Engr. Maisum Qasimi — a name synonymous with brilliance, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to intellectual and social causes. His sudden departure has created a void that words struggle to fill. Maisum was not only a distinguished telecom engineer and a proud alumnus of the second batch of Cadet College Skardu — a classmate of both my son and nephew — but also a rare intellectual voice whose writings on the issues confronting Gilgit-Baltistan carried depth, precision, and eloquence. He possessed the uncommon ability to rise above rhetoric and articulate truth with clarity, balance, and conviction. For many, his thoughtful contributions served as a compass, inspiring reflection, awareness, and a sense of collective responsibility. Just about...
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