Gulban
Dr. Iqbal Fana (Iqbal Din)
Born: September 6, 1958
Known As: Dr. Iqbal Fana
Nationality: Pakistani
Profession: Physician, Politician, Poet
Languages: Pashto, Urdu, English, Hindko, Esperanto, Farsi
Early Life and Education
Dr. Iqbal Fana was born as Iqbal Din on September 6, 1958, in Lachi Bala, Tehsil Lachi, District Kohat, in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. He is the son of Munawar Din.
He received his medical education at Kabul Medical College, where he earned an MD degree. This degree was recognized as equivalent to MBBS in Pakistan, and he was subsequently issued a professional license by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).
Political Career
Dr. Iqbal Fana entered politics through Jamaat-e-Islami and was elected as a Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) from PF-39 (Kohat) in the 2008 general elections.
During his tenure in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, he raised several significant issues. Most notably, he warned the assembly about the presence of Blackwater (a controversial U.S.-based private military company) operating in Pakistan and working against the country’s national interests. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
He was also involved in public health advocacy, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cold chains for vaccines in remote areas without electricity. He proposed the use of solar-powered refrigerators to ensure the success of immunization campaigns.
In December 2023, Dr. Fana formally left Jamaat-e-Islami and joined Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), strengthening his political prospects in PK-91 and NA-35 constituencies.
Literary Contributions
Dr. Iqbal Fana is widely recognized in literary circles as a prominent poet who writes in Pashto and Urdu. His poetry explores themes of culture, identity, love, and socio-political reflection.
He has authored the following published books:
Pashto Poetry Collections:
- Gul Ban
- Gul Bang
Research Works:
- (Two research-based books – titles will be added once confirmed)
His literary stature was acknowledged at events such as the Afghan TV Awards, where he was honored in the Literature category.
Languages
Dr. Iqbal Fana is a multilingual intellectual with fluency in the following languages:
- Pashto
- Urdu
- English
- Hindko
- Esperanto
- Farsi (Persian)
Community Engagement and Media
Dr. Fana is actively engaged in public outreach through media and social platforms. He delivered a public awareness message in Pashto for World Brain Day 2024, promoting neurological health.
He maintains an active presence on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana
Personal Life
Dr. Fana is married and has six children:
- Sons: Danyal, Khushal
- Daughters: Nehal, Faryal, Nawal, and Manal
He currently resides in Kohat, where he continues his work in literature, politics, and public service.
See Also
- Kohat
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly
References
Dr. Iqbal Fana joins JUI-F – Dawn – https://www.dawn.com/news/1800800
Speech in KP Assembly on Blackwater –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
World Brain Day 2024 Message –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKwPTmoCehU
Immunization and Public Health Advocacy – PILDAT – https://new.pildat.org/parliamentary-development1/honourable-kiramat-ullah-khan-speaker-provincial-assembly-of-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-terms-awareness-about-the-immunization-programmes-as-increased
Dr. Fana on
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana/
Gulbaang
Dr. Iqbal Fana (Iqbal Din)
Born: September 6, 1958
Known As: Dr. Iqbal Fana
Nationality: Pakistani
Profession: Physician, Politician, Poet
Languages: Pashto, Urdu, English, Hindko, Esperanto, Farsi
Early Life and Education
Dr. Iqbal Fana was born as Iqbal Din on September 6, 1958, in Lachi Bala, Tehsil Lachi, District Kohat, in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. He is the son of Munawar Din.
He received his medical education at Kabul Medical College, where he earned an MD degree. This degree was recognized as equivalent to MBBS in Pakistan, and he was subsequently issued a professional license by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).
Political Career
Dr. Iqbal Fana entered politics through Jamaat-e-Islami and was elected as a Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) from PF-39 (Kohat) in the 2008 general elections.
During his tenure in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, he raised several significant issues. Most notably, he warned the assembly about the presence of Blackwater (a controversial U.S.-based private military company) operating in Pakistan and working against the country’s national interests. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
He was also involved in public health advocacy, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cold chains for vaccines in remote areas without electricity. He proposed the use of solar-powered refrigerators to ensure the success of immunization campaigns.
In December 2023, Dr. Fana formally left Jamaat-e-Islami and joined Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), strengthening his political prospects in PK-91 and NA-35 constituencies.
Literary Contributions
Dr. Iqbal Fana is widely recognized in literary circles as a prominent poet who writes in Pashto and Urdu. His poetry explores themes of culture, identity, love, and socio-political reflection.
He has authored the following published books:
Pashto Poetry Collections:
- Gul Ban
- Gul Bang
Research Works:
- (Two research-based books – titles will be added once confirmed)
His literary stature was acknowledged at events such as the Afghan TV Awards, where he was honored in the Literature category.
Languages
Dr. Iqbal Fana is a multilingual intellectual with fluency in the following languages:
- Pashto
- Urdu
- English
- Hindko
- Esperanto
- Farsi (Persian)
Community Engagement and Media
Dr. Fana is actively engaged in public outreach through media and social platforms. He delivered a public awareness message in Pashto for World Brain Day 2024, promoting neurological health.
He maintains an active presence on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana
Personal Life
Dr. Fana is married and has six children:
- Sons: Danyal, Khushal
- Daughters: Nehal, Faryal, Nawal, and Manal
He currently resides in Kohat, where he continues his work in literature, politics, and public service.
See Also
- Kohat
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly
References
Dr. Iqbal Fana joins JUI-F – Dawn – https://www.dawn.com/news/1800800
Speech in KP Assembly on Blackwater –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
World Brain Day 2024 Message –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKwPTmoCehU
Immunization and Public Health Advocacy – PILDAT – https://new.pildat.org/parliamentary-development1/honourable-kiramat-ullah-khan-speaker-provincial-assembly-of-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-terms-awareness-about-the-immunization-programmes-as-increased
Dr. Fana on
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana/
Da Pakhtoo Shmeerana
Dr. Iqbal Fana (Iqbal Din)
Born: September 6, 1958
Known As: Dr. Iqbal Fana
Nationality: Pakistani
Profession: Physician, Politician, Poet
Languages: Pashto, Urdu, English, Hindko, Esperanto, Farsi
Early Life and Education
Dr. Iqbal Fana was born as Iqbal Din on September 6, 1958, in Lachi Bala, Tehsil Lachi, District Kohat, in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. He is the son of Munawar Din.
He received his medical education at Kabul Medical College, where he earned an MD degree. This degree was recognized as equivalent to MBBS in Pakistan, and he was subsequently issued a professional license by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).
Political Career
Dr. Iqbal Fana entered politics through Jamaat-e-Islami and was elected as a Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) from PF-39 (Kohat) in the 2008 general elections.
During his tenure in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, he raised several significant issues. Most notably, he warned the assembly about the presence of Blackwater (a controversial U.S.-based private military company) operating in Pakistan and working against the country’s national interests. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
He was also involved in public health advocacy, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cold chains for vaccines in remote areas without electricity. He proposed the use of solar-powered refrigerators to ensure the success of immunization campaigns.
In December 2023, Dr. Fana formally left Jamaat-e-Islami and joined Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), strengthening his political prospects in PK-91 and NA-35 constituencies.
Literary Contributions
Dr. Iqbal Fana is widely recognized in literary circles as a prominent poet who writes in Pashto and Urdu. His poetry explores themes of culture, identity, love, and socio-political reflection.
He has authored the following published books:
Pashto Poetry Collections:
- Gul Ban
- Gul Bang
Research Works:
- (Two research-based books – titles will be added once confirmed)
His literary stature was acknowledged at events such as the Afghan TV Awards, where he was honored in the Literature category.
Languages
Dr. Iqbal Fana is a multilingual intellectual with fluency in the following languages:
- Pashto
- Urdu
- English
- Hindko
- Esperanto
- Farsi (Persian)
Community Engagement and Media
Dr. Fana is actively engaged in public outreach through media and social platforms. He delivered a public awareness message in Pashto for World Brain Day 2024, promoting neurological health.
He maintains an active presence on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana
Personal Life
Dr. Fana is married and has six children:
- Sons: Danyal, Khushal
- Daughters: Nehal, Faryal, Nawal, and Manal
He currently resides in Kohat, where he continues his work in literature, politics, and public service.
See Also
- Kohat
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly
References
Dr. Iqbal Fana joins JUI-F – Dawn – https://www.dawn.com/news/1800800
Speech in KP Assembly on Blackwater –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
World Brain Day 2024 Message –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKwPTmoCehU
Immunization and Public Health Advocacy – PILDAT – https://new.pildat.org/parliamentary-development1/honourable-kiramat-ullah-khan-speaker-provincial-assembly-of-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-terms-awareness-about-the-immunization-programmes-as-increased
Dr. Fana on
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana/
Da Khushal Khatak Kuliyat
Dr. Iqbal Fana (Iqbal Din)
Born: September 6, 1958
Known As: Dr. Iqbal Fana
Nationality: Pakistani
Profession: Physician, Politician, Poet
Languages: Pashto, Urdu, English, Hindko, Esperanto, Farsi
Early Life and Education
Dr. Iqbal Fana was born as Iqbal Din on September 6, 1958, in Lachi Bala, Tehsil Lachi, District Kohat, in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. He is the son of Munawar Din.
He received his medical education at Kabul Medical College, where he earned an MD degree. This degree was recognized as equivalent to MBBS in Pakistan, and he was subsequently issued a professional license by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).
Political Career
Dr. Iqbal Fana entered politics through Jamaat-e-Islami and was elected as a Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) from PF-39 (Kohat) in the 2008 general elections.
During his tenure in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, he raised several significant issues. Most notably, he warned the assembly about the presence of Blackwater (a controversial U.S.-based private military company) operating in Pakistan and working against the country’s national interests. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
He was also involved in public health advocacy, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cold chains for vaccines in remote areas without electricity. He proposed the use of solar-powered refrigerators to ensure the success of immunization campaigns.
In December 2023, Dr. Fana formally left Jamaat-e-Islami and joined Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), strengthening his political prospects in PK-91 and NA-35 constituencies.
Literary Contributions
Dr. Iqbal Fana is widely recognized in literary circles as a prominent poet who writes in Pashto and Urdu. His poetry explores themes of culture, identity, love, and socio-political reflection.
He has authored the following published books:
Pashto Poetry Collections:
- Gul Ban
- Gul Bang
Research Works:
- (Two research-based books – titles will be added once confirmed)
His literary stature was acknowledged at events such as the Afghan TV Awards, where he was honored in the Literature category.
Languages
Dr. Iqbal Fana is a multilingual intellectual with fluency in the following languages:
- Pashto
- Urdu
- English
- Hindko
- Esperanto
- Farsi (Persian)
Community Engagement and Media
Dr. Fana is actively engaged in public outreach through media and social platforms. He delivered a public awareness message in Pashto for World Brain Day 2024, promoting neurological health.
He maintains an active presence on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana
Personal Life
Dr. Fana is married and has six children:
- Sons: Danyal, Khushal
- Daughters: Nehal, Faryal, Nawal, and Manal
He currently resides in Kohat, where he continues his work in literature, politics, and public service.
See Also
- Kohat
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly
References
Dr. Iqbal Fana joins JUI-F – Dawn – https://www.dawn.com/news/1800800
Speech in KP Assembly on Blackwater –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDoHgkIXjBY
World Brain Day 2024 Message –
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKwPTmoCehU
Immunization and Public Health Advocacy – PILDAT – https://new.pildat.org/parliamentary-development1/honourable-kiramat-ullah-khan-speaker-provincial-assembly-of-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-terms-awareness-about-the-immunization-programmes-as-increased
Dr. Fana on
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/driqbalfana/