Shehryar Khan Biography

 

Name: Shehryar Khan Afridi

Father Name: Haji Nadar Shah Afridi

Nationality: Pakistani

Born City:  Kohat 

Birth Day : 12 March 1971

Religion: Islam

Profession : Politician

Party:  PTI

Education : International Relations (  University of Peshawar )

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Shehryar Khan Biography
Shehryar Khan

1. Early Life and Education

A native of Kohat in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shehryar Khan Afridi was born on March 12, 1971, into a family with a legacy of public service. His father, Nadir Shah Afridi, served as a district counselor and later as a member of parliament, while his brother, Major (r) Tariq Javed, pursued a career in the bureaucracy following his retirement from the armed forces. Afridi pursued his academic interests by obtaining a Master’s degree in International Relations from the University of Peshawar.

2. Political Career

  • Member of the National Assembly: Afridi embarked on his political journey by winning a seat in the National Assembly of Pakistan in June 2013. He continued to serve as a member of the assembly, with multiple terms from 2013 to 2018 and then from 2018 to 2023.
  • Ministerial Positions: Throughout his tenure in the National Assembly, Afridi held various significant positions, including Minister of State for Interior from August 2018 to April 2019 and Minister of State for States and Frontier Regions (SAFRON) from April 2019 to September 2020. Additionally, he assumed the responsibility of the Ministry of Narcotics Control following the passing of Ali Mohammad Mahar.
  • Chairperson of Parliamentary Special Committee on Kashmir: Afridi chaired the Parliamentary Special Committee on Kashmir from May 2020 to April 2022, demonstrating his dedication to addressing critical issues facing the nation.

3. Challenges and Resilience

In May 2020, Afridi faced a personal challenge when he tested positive for COVID-19 during the pandemic in Pakistan, highlighting the widespread impact of the virus on individuals across all sectors of society.

4. Leadership and Legacy

Throughout his career, Shehryar Khan Afridi has remained committed to serving the people of Pakistan, advocating for their interests both domestically and on the international stage. His leadership, grounded in principles of integrity and public welfare, continues to inspire and shape the trajectory of Pakistani politics.

Haji Nadir Afridi on the rite shoulder of Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah.

Haji Nadar Shah Afridi
Haji Nadar Shah Afridi Father of Shehryar

 

( Last Updated:  4 April 2024 )

 

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