Senator Taj Haider, a founding member of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and a veteran politician, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 83 following a brief illness.
According to family sources, Taj Haider had been receiving treatment at a local hospital. Details regarding his funeral and burial will be announced later.
Born on March 8, 1942, in Kota, Rajasthan, Taj Haider belonged to a scholarly family and completed his early education at Government Boys High School in Ranchor Line, Karachi.
In addition to his political career, Taj Haider was also active in the arts and media. He wrote for television and newspapers and played the role of Professor Audiwala in the TV drama Aabla Pa. He was a recipient of several accolades, including the Sitara-i-Imtiaz in 2012 for his contributions to science and the 13th PTV Award for Best Drama Serial Writer in 2006.
Taj Haider became involved with the socialist movement in 1967 and officially joined the PPP the same year. He was one of the original members of the party, founded by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah expressed his condolences, calling Taj Haider’s death a deep loss for the party. “Taj Haider was a wise, composed, and visionary political leader. He dedicated his life to democracy and public service,” Murad Ali Shah said.
PPP leader Waqar Mehdi also paid tribute, stating, “Taj Haider was a long-time comrade and a committed political worker. He was one of the party’s foundational and ideological members. His services will not be forgotten.”
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