Former Senator Taj Afridi has died in a tragic road accident on the Motorway M-1 near Colonel Sher Khan Interchange, while travelling from Islamabad to Peshawar. The driver accompanying him was injured and shifted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
According to initial reports, the vehicle reportedly suffered a sudden technical malfunction, which led to the accident. Taj Afridi died on the spot, while authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash.
Political Background
Taj Afridi was a known political figure from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and remained active in regional politics over the past several years. He rose to prominence as part of mainstream parliamentary politics and later became associated with the Balochistan Awami Party (BAP), where he contributed to party activities and represented political interests linked to his constituency and regional dynamics.
During his political career, Afridi was considered a representative voice for his area and remained engaged in parliamentary affairs during his tenure as senator. His political journey reflected shifting alignments in the country’s evolving political landscape, particularly in the context of coalition politics in Balochistan and broader federal arrangements.
