Pakistani philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi dies

July 09, 2016 02:38

Pakistan's celebrated philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi who dedicated his life to humanity and social services today passed away here at the age of 92 after a prolonged battle with different ailments.

His son, Faisal Edhi said that earlier in the day, Edhi was admitted to the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation and put on a ventilator after complaining of breathing problems.

"He passed away few hours ago due to kidney failure. He had been facing respiratory problems during dialysis due to his frail health," Faisal said.

The well-known and popular philanthropist who dedicated his life to humanity and social services was seen as the saviour of the poor and needy.

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