In this episode of Asad Aijaz podcast, we sit down with the impactful human rights activist, Ansar Burney.
From his early struggles as a student leader to his global impact in advocating for justice, Ansar Burney shares his remarkable journey and sheds light on pressing issues facing our world today. Tune in for insightful discussions, inspiring stories, and a glimpse into the life and legacy of a true champion of human dignity.
Timecodes
0:00 – Podcast Highlights
1:01 – Introduction to the guest, Ansar Burney
1:15 – Ansar Burney's journey into human rights activism
2:42 – Imprisoned as a student leader in school
5:00 – Stories of hardship in jail
6:41 – Spiritual experiences during imprisonment
11:10 – Evacuation of 900,000 captives from prisons worldwide
12:33 – Rescuing captives from pirates but facing backlash in Pakistan
17:35 – Release of a captive after 38 years, only to be labelled a 'Kafir'
22:54 – Reasons for not joining the government
24:41 – International recognition and its implications
27:58 – Ansar Burney Trust's involvement in other relief projects
30:36 – Sources of income for Ansar Burney
34:26 – Religious and political opposition against Ansar Burney
36:41 – Differences between Ansar Burney Trust and Sarim Burney Trust
38:29 – Issues within Sarim Burney Trust
40:23 – Exposing fake marriages on morning TV shows
45:48 – Fake marriages and selling children
50:21 – Government funding for NGOs, with Ansar Burney as a recipient?
52:27 – Importance of Pakistan Army for the nation
53:47 – Providing food to people on the streets versus skill development
55:35 – The film "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" as reflecting Ansar Burney's story
57:44 – Ansar Burney's awards, including the Sitara-e-Imtiaz and National Awards
1:00:36 – Legacy of Ansar Burney and the future of his work
1:04:24 – Assisting a Pakistani girl in Bangladesh
1:08:21 - Conclusion
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