 "Pak: Former Punjab governor Taseer's killer Mumtaz Qadri executed")
Elite Force commando Mumtaz Qadri, who was convicted of killing former Punjab governor Salman Taseer, was executed at the Adiala Jail in Pakistan early Monday morning.
According to the Dawn, Qadri was sentenced to death for assassinating Taseer on January 4, 2011, in Islamabad's Kohsar Market.
Qadri said he killed Taseer over the politician's vocal and vehement opposition to blasphemy laws of the country.
"I can confirm that Qadri was hanged in Adialia jail early Monday morning," senior local police official Sajjid Gondal said.
A prison official confirmed the execution of Qadri.
The body of Mumtaz Qadri was handed over to his family members and was moved from the jail under tight security cover.
Qadri's last meeting with his family was arranged late on Sunday night.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app