By Sue-Ann Wayow
THE funeral service for former government minister Fazal Karim will take place on Tuesday.
The service will take place at 10 am at the Greater Love Christian Centre, McBean Stretch then to the Masjidun Nur, Waterloo Rd, Carapichaima for 12.15 pm.
Karim will be laid to rest at the Waterloo Cemetary.
His former colleagues paid tribute to the former minister of science, technology and tertiary education under the People’s Partnership administration.
Member of Parliament for Oropouche East Dr Roodal Moonilal in a Facebook post described Karim as a patriot, a dedicated and committed public servant who has worked strenuously in the education sector and has pioneered several important initiatives in tertiary education in particular.
Dr Moonilal said, “He has left a legacy. I can never forget his hard work in the parliament and the cabinet. I had the honor of being Leader of Government Business while he also served as a Minister of Government. He was always dependable and available to represent the views of the Peoples’ Partnership adminstration at a moment’s notice. His research and policy focus was admired by all colleagues.”
While he was clearly dedicated to education, Karim’s impact beyond the parliamentary chambers was far-reaching said Mayaro MP Rushton Paray.
“A true scholar, he devoted himself to expanding both academic and skills training, leaving an indelible mark on the educational landscape. His prowess in parliamentary debates was matched only by his role as a mentor to young parliamentarians, imparting wisdom and guidance with grace,” Paray said.
Both Dr Moonilal and Paray reflected on Karim’s vision for the nation’s youth quoting his phrase “from cutting cane to flying planes.”
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