ISLAMABAD: Farzhana Naek has been appointed as chairperson of Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS).

According to a notification, issued by the Ministry of National Health Services on Jan 29, in exercise of powers conferred by PRCS Act No. XV of 1920, the President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, in his capacity as President, PRCS, has appointed Mrs Farzhana Naek as Chairperson of PRCS for a period of three years, with immediate effect.

Published in Dawn, January 30th, 2025

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