Islamabad : Senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader and seasoned politician Taj Haider passed away in Karachi on Tuesday. He was undergoing treatment at a local hospital, his family confirmed.
A veteran of Pakistani politics, Taj Haider was known for his deep-rooted association with the PPP and his unwavering commitment to democratic values and social justice. His political career spanned several decades, during which he played a key role in shaping the party’s ideological direction and was a prominent voice on progressive issues.
Born in 1942, Taj Haider was not only a politician but also a well-known intellectual, playwright, and columnist. He remained active in both political and literary circles, often advocating for constitutional rights, democracy.
President Asif Zardari and PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto , Sindh Chief Minister , Syed Murad Shah, former chief minister GB , Mehdi Shah have condoled death of party veteran ,Taj Hyder . Taj Haider was a seasoned politician and a visionary person who always advocated politics of honey and modesty. He enjoyed repute of a noble politician who was known for his great services for the country.
In his condolences message , president Asif Zardari said Taj Haider ‘s Demice deprived Pakistan and party of a visionary political leader. He offered dua for departed soul.
Prime minister , Shahbaz Sharif, also condoled death of PPP stalwart –Taj Haider. He said Taj Haider was a great leader and his death was a great loss.
PPP chairman , Bilawal Bhutto condoled death of party leader Taj Haider and expressed sorrow for death of Taj Haider . Sindh Chief Minister , Syed Murad Shah , said Taj Haider ‘s death is a big national loss. He expressed sympathies with heirs of Taj Haider.