Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan was a renowned Pakistani nuclear scientist and a national hero. He played a pivotal role in making Pakistan a nuclear power by leading the development of the country's first atomic bomb. Known as the "father of Pakistan’s nuclear program," his efforts significantly strengthened the defense capabilities of the nation.
Born on April 1, 1936, in Bhopal, British India, Dr. Khan migrated to Pakistan after independence. He earned degrees in metallurgy and nuclear engineering from Europe, and later worked in the Netherlands before returning to Pakistan in the 1970s. His dedication and scientific expertise led to the establishment of the Kahuta Research Laboratories (KRL), where Pakistan's nuclear technology was developed.
Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan passed away on October 10, 2021, but he remains a symbol of national pride and scientific achievement in Pakistan.
Born on April 1, 1936, in Bhopal, British India, Dr. Khan migrated to Pakistan after independence. He earned degrees in metallurgy and nuclear engineering from Europe, and later worked in the Netherlands before returning to Pakistan in the 1970s. His dedication and scientific expertise led to the establishment of the Kahuta Research Laboratories (KRL), where Pakistan's nuclear technology was developed.
Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan passed away on October 10, 2021, but he remains a symbol of national pride and scientific achievement in Pakistan.
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00:00Dr. Khan founded and led the Kahuta Research Laboratories, KRL, where much of Pakistan's nuclear development took place.
00:09He was widely praised for his dedication to national defense and security, and received numerous awards, including Nishan-e-Imtiaz and Hilal-e-Imtiaz.