Pakistan, July 8 -- Today marks the 9th death anniversary of Abdul Sattar Edhi, one of Pakistan's most respected humanitarians and philanthropists. Edhi passed away on July 8, 2016, in Karachi at the age of 88. People across the country are remembering his unmatched contributions to humanity with prayers, tributes, and messages of respect.

Born on February 28, 1928, in Gujarat before the partition, Edhi began his journey of service in 1951. He dedicated his life to helping the poor, the sick, and the abandoned without any discrimination. Over the years, he built a legacy of compassion that remains unmatched in Pakistan's history.

Edhi founded the world's largest volunteer ambulance network and set up shelters for homeless individuals, o...