Philanthropist and humanitarian Bilkis Bano Edhi died on Friday at the age of 74 in a Karachi hospital.
His death was confirmed by his son Faisal Edhi, who also said that the funeral would be announced shortly.
Earlier this week, Bilkis, wife of renowned humanitarian and philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi taken to private hospital His blood pressure suddenly dropped in Karachi.
At the time, Edhi Foundation spokesperson Muhammad Bilal said that she would remain in the hospital for a few more days, even though her condition was not critical. He said that Bilquis had congestive heart failure and had already undergone a bypass procedure twice.
Bilkis was a professional nurse and Bilkis was the head of the Edhi Foundation. He spent more than six decades of his life in the service of humanity. His charity saved thousands of unwanted children by keeping them jhoolas (cradle) at Edhi Homes and Centers across the country.
Called the Mother of Pakistan, she has been honored with various national and foreign awards including the Hilal-e-Imtiaz, the Lenin Peace Prize, the Mother Teresa Memorial International Award for Social Justice (2015) and the Ramon Magsaysay Award for Public Service. Met with her husband in 1986.
Last year, she was also declared ‘The Person of the Decade’ by UN Reporter on Human Rights Professor Yangi Lee and American Ethicist Stephen Soldz, an international organization.
Mourning
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif termed Bilkis’ death as “a great loss for the country”.
“An incredible woman in her own right, she stood by Edhi Sir Like a rock and together they set an example of human compassion and run one of the largest charitable organizations in the world. May his soul rest in peace!” he said.
“Sad to learn about the passing of Bilkis Edhi” SahibaShe always stood shoulder to shoulder with Abdul Sattar Edhi in his philanthropic endeavors and continued his work even after his death,” President Arif Alvi said.
Cricketer Shadab Khan said that his services to humanity will always be remembered.
dawn Columnist Nadeem Farooq Paracha simply said: “The one true Messiah has passed away. Rest in peace but in Edhi. ,
Cricketer Shahid Afridi described her as the mother of countless orphans, the sister of sad hearts and the kindest face of humanity.
“Bilqis Edhi always stood shoulder to shoulder with Abdul Sattar Edhi in his philanthropic endeavours and continued his mission even after him,” he said.
PPP leader Asifa Bhutto-Zardari termed it a “historic loss to Pakistan”. “He has served people tirelessly and left a legacy of compassion, kindness and care,” she said.
PPP general secretary Farhatullah Babar said, “She voluntarily endured inconvenience to give comfort to only the most neglected, marginalized and vulnerable. The choice of her and her illustrious husband is born once in generations.”
“You have been an inspiration and an unmatched standard. You and Edhi Sir Taught us to be humane and selfless, ”said singer Kuratulain Bloch.