Abdul Sattar Edhi once said, “People have become educated, but they have yet to become human.” He truly lived as a kind and selfless person, always helping others.
Born in 1928 in India, Edhi moved to Pakistan in 1947. Even though he had very little, he started helping the poor. In 1951, he founded the Edhi Foundation in Karachi. The foundation now runs shelters, orphanages, hospitals, kitchens, and the world’s largest volunteer ambulance service. Edhi even became the legal guardian of thousands of children.
He faced many challenges, including criticism from religious leaders and threats to his life, but never gave up. He chose to sleep in a small tent or at the foundation instead of owning a big home. He gave everything—his time, money, and energy—to serve others.
People called him the "Angel of Mercy" and "Pakistan’s Mother Teresa" because of how deeply he cared for the poor. He woke up early to feed orphans, helped bury the dead, and raised money across the world. Even after his office was robbed, he didn’t lose hope and kept working for the needy.
Edhi believed in helping everyone, no matter their religion or background. He faced threats but still took care of abandoned babies and worked for peace. His legacy continues even after his demise in 2016. His ambulances and his message of kindness still inspire people in Pakistan and around the world. He even raised money for people affected by Hurricane Katrina in the U.S.
Abdul Sattar Edhi taught the world that being human means caring for others, and that true greatness comes from giving, not from wealth or power.
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