KARACHI: DHA Executive Board President Naveed Mukhtar decided to rename ‘Beach Avenue’ on Seaview in DHA Phase VIII as ‘Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue’, in recognition of the philanthropist’s legendary services to the humanity.
The epoch making decision is reflective of the deep seated reverence of the nation for prominent Pakistani philanthropist and social activist whose charity and social work has changed the face of welfare in the country, a statement issued by DHA said.
It’s pointed out that Beach Avenue among the most popular roads of the metropolis which is used by people visiting the sea for entertainment and relaxation. The renaming of the avenue as such is a befitting tribute to the great voluntary and ascetic services of Abdul Sattar Edhi, which are also acknowledged worldwide.
DHA Administrator Zubair Ahmed praised the legendry social figure whose voluntary and dedicated social work for the humanity is an epitome of his spiritual and moral greatness. The administrator prayed for Edhi’s health, long life and wellbeing which, he said, was the voice originating from every Pakistani’s heart.
