Edhi devoted his life to serving humanity: Bilawal

KARACHI: Chairman Pakistan People’s Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expresses deep grief over the unfortunate demise of the legendary philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi and pays glowing tributes to him.

Honouring the legend, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that, "Pakistan has been deprived of its greatest icon of humanity as Abdul Sattar Edhi departs for the eternal world today. He worked tirelessly for the underprivileged irrespective of their religion, caste, color and creed, which made him the epitome of humanity for the entire world."

He stated that Abdul Sattar Edhi lived to serve humanity. "People like him are born in centuries and his death has left millions orphaned today who will need fortitude and courage to come to terms with their grief over this irretrievable loss."

"We mourn the death our remarkable philanthropist, the great patriot, the selfless Abdul Sattar Edhi, who devoted his entire life to serve the nation. He has left us with a legacy that will continue to inspire our generations and shall always keep his memories alive in our hearts", he said.

PPP Chairman has announced that Pakistan People's Party will observe three-day mourning and instructed the party leaders to attend the funeral of Abdul Sattar Edhi.

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also expressed condolences and sympathies to his family and prayed to Allah Almighty to shower His blessings upon them and grant them strength to continue with his humanitarian work.