KARACHI: Mazhar Farooq Shirazi, retired tax commissioner and former federal tax ombudsman, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 1, 2025.
A member of the Civil Service of Pakistan (Batch 197–), Shirazi held several key positions during his career and was widely respected for his integrity and professionalism in public service.
He is survived by his wife Faizia Shirazi, son Daniyal Jamaluddin Shirazi, daughters Seher Zaman Khan and Minahil Bazid Khan, and other close family members. He was also the father-in-law of former Test cricketer Bazid Khan.
Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.