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Razia Begum, Daughter of Shaheed Allah Bakhsh Soomro, Passes Away at 100
Razia Begum, daughter of Shaheed Allah Bakhsh Soomro, Sindh’s first Prime Minister during the British era, and grandmother of former PM Muhammad Mian Soomro, passes away at 100. Funeral prayers will be held at Eidgah, Jacobabad.
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by News Desk
2025-02-04
Razia Begum, Daughter of Shaheed Allah Bakhsh Soomro, Passes Away at 100

Razia Begum, the daughter of Shaheed Allah Bakhsh Soomro — the first Prime Minister elected after the restoration of Sindh as a state during the British era — has passed away at the age of 100. She was also the grandmother of former Prime Minister Muhammad Mian Soomro.

Razia Begum breathed her last at a private hospital in Karachi. Her body is being transported from Karachi to Jacobabad, where funeral prayers will be offered at the Eidgah. She will be laid to rest in the family's ancestral graveyard.

Legacy and Contributions
Razia Begum was a revered figure representing a prominent political family that has played a pivotal role in Pakistan's history. Her father, Allah Bakhsh Soomro, remains a notable figure for his service and sacrifice for Sindh.

Grief and Condolences
Political, social, religious, and business leaders from Jacobabad and across the country have expressed profound grief over her demise. Many have acknowledged her family's long-standing contributions to national politics and development.

Muhammad Mian Soomro, her grandson and former Prime Minister, received condolences from notable figures and the public alike.
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