Younus was a gentle, humble person, who represented the Urban Resource Center well at many discussions and forums. He put forth the perspective of the ordinary citizen of Karachi and the challenges faced. In my many interactions with him over the years, I never saw him aggressive. He was always open and available for participation on forums and discussions on city issues, with students and stakeholders. He helped in sharing his local network of people in the various areas that we took up for study with students at NED University. Our students and graduates had various levels of interactions with the URC and Younus facilitated always. He will be missed.
May Allah Pak rest Younus Sahib's soul to eternal peace forever and give patience to his all family members to bear this irreplaceable loss. He was very humble, hardworking, down to earth and gentleman. He will remain in our prayers all the times. I was professionally met him 1st time in the year 1997 and till our last meeting, I found him very sincere to all. I have no words to express my real feelings more for such a nice person. I 'll personally miss him very much. God bless him. 🥲
If I had 700 lives, I would be honored to be his daughter in every single one of them. Being loved by him was the luckiest thing to experience. Whether I am 26, 66, or a 106 years old, nothing would fill the gap of his absence.
It is because of rare individuals who choose service to others over a life of personal comfort that this world remains livable for the poor and the vulnerable. Mr. Baloch was one such person. His association with the Orangi Pilot Project after graduation reflected a deep personal commitment to prioritizing the needs of others above his own comfort. May Allah reward him for his noble efforts and make his life a source of inspiration for others to follow in his footsteps.
This news has come as a real shock. I had met him for guidance on a grant application and will always remember how kind and supportive he was. My heartfelt condolences for the entire URC team. May his soul rest in peace.
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Muhammed Younus. He was a down-to-earth and supportive person whose guidance, kindness and dedication left a lasting impact on everyone around him. May he rest in peace.