28th Death Anniversary of Mir Murtaza Bhutto to Be Observed on September 20
Tributes to the Brother of Former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto
Mekwanah – The 28th death anniversary of Mir Murtaza Bhutto, the brother of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, will be observed on September 20. Born on September 18, 1954, in Karachi, Mir Murtaza Bhutto was a prominent member of the influential Bhutto family, known for its significant role in Pakistani politics.
Mir Murtaza Bhutto was the son of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the founder of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and a former Prime Minister of Pakistan. He was also the brother of Benazir Bhutto, who served as Prime Minister of Pakistan. It is notable that Mir Murtaza Bhutto was born and died in the month of September, with only a two-day gap between his birthday and death anniversary.
On September 20, 1996, Mir Murtaza Bhutto was tragically killed in Karachi when he was shot by unidentified assailants. At the time of his death, his sister, Benazir Bhutto, was serving as the Prime Minister of Pakistan. The circumstances surrounding his assassination remain a subject of controversy and reflection in Pakistan’s political history.
Mir Murtaza Bhutto’s widow, Ghinwa Bhutto, is currently an active political figure. Their children, Fatima Bhutto and Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Jr., continue to be involved in public life. Fatima Bhutto is known for her work as an author and commentator, while Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Jr. is active in various political and social circles.
The anniversary of Mir Murtaza Bhutto’s death is a time for many to remember his contributions and the legacy of the Bhutto family in Pakistan’s political landscape. The observance will include various tributes and reflections on his life and the impact of his family’s political activities on the nation.
