The tragedy of Asma Jahangir's sudden passing away at only 66 years of age, on February 11, is that she has left the world at a time when it needed her most.

Eminent Pakistani human rights defender and lawyer Asma Jahangir passed away in Lahore yesterday.

Renowned senior lawyer and human rights activist Asma Jahangir passes away at the age of 66 in Lahore. She is survived by a son and two daughters.