Abdul Sattar Edhi
Abdul Sattar Edhi (1928-1990)
- Pakistani humanitarian, social worker, and philanthropist
- Founded the Edhi Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides social welfare services in Pakistan
- Known for his selfless service to the poor and needy
- Received numerous awards and accolades for his work, including the Lenin Peace Prize and the Ramon Magsaysay Award
- Died in 1990 at the age of 62
Early Life and Education:
- Born on February 1, 1928, in Bantva, a small village in Gujarat, British India (now Pakistan)
- Belonged to a poor family of cloth merchants
- Received limited formal education
- Started working at a young age to support his family
Charity Work:
- Began his charity work in 1951 when he witnessed a road accident and was appalled by the lack of medical care for the victims
- Established the Edhi Foundation in 1957 with the aim of providing free medical care and other social services to the poor and needy
- The foundation grew rapidly and eventually became one of the largest charitable organizations in Pakistan
- Provided a wide range of services, including medical care, education, food distribution, and disaster relief
- Also ran orphanages, shelters for the homeless, and rehabilitation centers for drug addicts
Achievements and Recognition:
- Received numerous awards and accolades for his work, including:
- Lenin Peace Prize (1988)
- Ramon Magsaysay Award (1986)
- Sitara-e-Imtiaz (1989)
- Nishan-e-Imtiaz (1992)
- Named one of the "500 Most Influential Muslims" by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre in Jordan
- Praised by world leaders and celebrities for his selfless service and dedication to helping others
Legacy:
- Died on July 8, 1990, at the age of 62, after suffering a heart attack
- His work is continued by his wife Bilquis Edhi and their children
- The Edhi Foundation remains one of the most respected and influential charitable organizations in Pakistan, providing vital services to millions of people in need
