Prominent Pakistani naat khwan Tabinda Lari has died after a brief illness related to a heart condition, hospital authorities confirmed.
She had been receiving treatment for cardiac complications at the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) in Karachi for several days before her passing.
Lari was widely regarded as one of the country’s leading female naat reciters, known for her soulful voice and devotional performances that resonated with audiences across Pakistan and abroad. Over decades, her interpretations of Hamd, Naat, and Manqabat earned her widespread recognition on religious television programmes and at public gatherings.
Some of her most beloved recitations — including “Hum Madinay Se Allah,” “Ishq-e-Ahmad Chahiye,” and “Main Bhi Mad’hat Karoon” — have become staples in devotional circles and continue to be shared widely online.
Family members said Lari had been struggling with cardiac complications in recent days, and despite ongoing treatment her health deteriorated, leading to her death.
Funeral and Tributes
Her funeral prayers were offered after Isha prayers at Masjid Farooq-e-Azam in North Nazimabad, Karachi, where large numbers of family, friends, religious figures, and admirers gathered to pay their last respects.
News of her passing prompted an outpouring of condolences from scholars, fellow artists, and social media users, many of whom praised her devotion, humility, and contributions to Pakistan’s religious and cultural landscape.
Observers describe her death as a significant loss for the world of naat recitation, noting that her voice and artistic legacy helped inspire a generation of listeners and aspiring reciters.
Lari’s work and spiritual influence are expected to continue through her recordings and the fond memories shared by her fans.
