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“People know that I have adopted four principles in living my life: simple living, punctuality, hard work and prudence.”

Quote by Abdul Sattar Edhi

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Abdul Sattar Edhi
Abdul Sattar Edhi

Abdul Sattar Edhi was a prominent philanthropist from Pakistan. He established the Edhi Foundation, which offers a range of social services such as free medical care, accommodation for the destitute, and emergency assistance. Renowned for his altruistic efforts and commitment to aiding the underprivileged, Edhi was affectionately termed the 'Saint of Sindh'. more

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