Karachi (Web Desk): Nawab Muhammad Yousuf Talpur, a prominent politician and senior parliamentarian of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), passed away at the age of 82.
He was a well-respected figure, representing District Umerkot in the National Assembly (NA) multiple times.
Talpur’s long political career included serving as a federal minister during Benazir Bhutto’s government in the 1990s.
His commitment to democratic values was evident from his early years as a student when he played an active role in the movement against the One Unit policy during the Ayub Khan era.
Throughout his life, Talpur remained dedicated to the causes of his community, and he was known for his strong stance on ensuring fair water distribution to his people. Even in his later years, he remained a vocal advocate for justice and the rights of the people. His political influence extended beyond the
Assembly, as he also endured imprisonment and various hardships during the Movement for Restoration of Democracy (MRD) in opposition to military rule.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed deep grief and sorrow over the death of former minister and senior politician Nawab Muhammad Yousuf Talpur.
In their condolence message, they paid tribute to the political services of Nawab Yousaf Talpur.
President Zardari lauded the political services of the senior politician late Nawab Yousuf Talpur and condoled with the bereaved family.
He prayed to Allah Almighty for peace for the departed soul and strength for the grieved family to bear the loss.
In a statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed sympathies and solidarity with the grieved family during this hour of grief.
He prayed to Allah Almighty for peace for the departed soul and strength for the bereaved family to bear the loss with fortitude.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expressed his deep sorrow, remembering Talpur as an invaluable asset to the party who always stood for the rights of the common people.
Sindh’s Chief Minister, Syed Murad Ali Shah, also paid tribute, highlighting Talpur's significant political contributions and his unwavering service to the people of the region.
In his condolence message, Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori praised Talpur as a politician deeply committed to public welfare.
Talpur's funeral prayers will take place in his hometown of Kunri at 2pm today, where his family and supporters will gather to honour his memory.
