Syed Asad Raza

Syed Asad Raza is the South deputy inspector general of police in Karachi, Pakistan. He is newsworthy due to his involvement in the investigation and reporting of a major fire that occurred at the Gul Plaza shopping mall in Karachi. News reports cite him as the source of information regarding the rising death toll and the ongoing search for missing individuals following the fire, which began on Saturday, January 18, 2026. As of January 22, 2026, the death toll had risen to at least 67, with many more reported missing. His role is significant as he provides updates to the media and the public on the progress of the investigation and the recovery efforts.