KARACHI: Former Pakistan Cricket Board media manager and veteran journalist Khalid Butt passed away on Friday.

In a press release, the PCB expressed its sadness at the passing of Khalid and said it sent a message of condolence to his family.

“Khalid was a renowned journalist who had worked with Pakistan Times and APP,” said the PCB statement.

“He also remained Resident Editor of Pakistan Observer.

“He joined Pakistan Cricket Board in January 2001 and worked as Media Manager till October 2002.”

PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja also expressed his condolences on Khalid’s demise.

“In these difficult times, the PCB stands together with Mr Butt’s family members and friends, and wish them the strength to cope with this sad loss,” he said.

Published in Dawn, August 6th, 2022

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