Former prime minister Benazir Bhutto’s 68th birthday is being celebrated today.
Benazir served as the 11th Prime Minister of Pakistan in two non-consecutive terms from 1988 until 1990 and 1993 until 1996.
She was the first woman Prime Minister of the Muslim world.
Several events will be held for the the celebration in different cities, including Karachi.
The former PM’s son, Bilawal Bhutto, will cut a cake to honour his mother in the Sindh Assembly today.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah released a video message honouring Benazir on his Twitter account.
On the 68th birthday of Shaheed Prime Minister Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, we remember her inimitable leadership, her incomparable sacrifice. As we honour her memory, let us also #GetVaccinated to keep ourselves, our loved ones, and all Pakistanis safe. #SalaamBenazir pic.twitter.com/59jLFwC2Mp
— Murad Ali Shah (@MuradAliShahPPP) June 20, 2021