Master Afzal Hussain
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Master Afzal Hussain ماسٹر افضال حسین | |
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| Born | Delhi, India |
| Died | 15 7 1987 Karachi, Pakistan |
| Occupation | Tailor |
| Known for | Stitching the first flag of Pakistan |
| Title | Baba-e-Parcham |
Master Afzal Hussain, (ماسٹر افضال حسین) also known as Baba-e-Parcham (which means "Father of the Flag"), was a tailor from Delhi. Together with his younger brother, Altaf Hussain, he stitched the very first flag of Pakistan two months before the country's independence.[1] Even though he played an important role in the country's history, Master Afzal's story is not well-known, and his family continues to live in poverty without any help from the government.[2][3]
Master Afzal Hussain was a dedicated participant in the Pakistan Movement and had a tailoring shop in Delhi. His shop was frequented by well-known politicians and leaders of the Pakistan Movement who came to get sherwanis (traditional clothing) tailored. After moving to Pakistan, he decided to live a simple life in Karachi, allowing his significant contributions to the country to be forgotten over time.[4][5][6]