Meet Adnan Mumtaz From Naudero

Adnan Mumtaz grew up in Naudero, a small, dusty village in Sindh. His family was very poor, and every day was a struggle to get by. Adnan learned early on about how hard life could be, but he also had a strong spirit and a deep love for his community.
Adnan often said, “I saw the struggles of our people every day. The pure land we walked on, the hard work of our elders it all taught me about life and the strength of our community.”

The world changed for Adnan on November 3, 2021. The news of Nazim Jokhio’s murder sent shockwaves across Pakistan. A few days later, sitting at home, Adnan felt a strong urge to speak out. He grabbed his phone and recorded a video, sharing his thoughts on the case and the bigger issues it represented. He posted it on his Facebook page, not expecting much to happen. But then, a friend called him, a sense of wonder in his voice. “Adnan, check your video! The views are crazy!” When Adnan looked, his heart raced. The video had over 700,000 views. In that moment, he realized something profound: people were listening. His voice, once unheard, was now echoing across the internet.

This was the beginning of Adnan’s true journey. The viral video was a spark that ignited a fire. He started talking about everything that mattered to him: the deep-rooted problems of Sindh, the lack of opportunity for the youth, and the struggles of women. He became an advocate for those who couldn’t speak for themselves. His words were simple, honest, and from the heart. He often talked about the wisdom of his mother, a woman who had taught him everything. She had taught him that the world is built on the strength of women. “Women are children, mothers, and sisters,” she would say. Adnan credits his mother with being his greatest inspiration, calling her his hero. Her lessons on compassion and resilience shaped his entire life and gave him the courage to stand up for others.

Adnan’s message became a powerful force. He saw that many people were unemployed and felt lost. He believed that the value of a person wasn’t based on their money. He had a unique perspective on life. “This earth is pure,” he would often say. “If you touch it, you will know it is pure. The people of this earth respect these things.” He believed that true leaders should be like farmers, caring for the land and the people. “We need soil, and soil needs manure. Our leaders should do this.”

His own childhood experiences, including his parents’ divorce, had a deep impact on him. He understood pain and struggle on a personal level. These experiences fueled his passion to help others, especially women, who often face issues like domestic violence or being forced into marriage. He wanted to ensure that no one felt alone.

Today, Adnan Mumtaz has become a prominent voice for the people of Sindh, with over 185,000 followers on his social media platforms. He actively helps his community and speaks out against injustice. His journey is a testament to the power of one person’s voice and the importance of staying true to your roots. He went from a boy in a small town to a leader for thousands, all because he chose to share his story and the story of his people.

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His work and his life are a tribute to the woman who shaped him. He often says:

“My mother says women play a role in the world. My mother used to say my mother used to cry when she used to think of her mother. I am a hero because of my mother. She is everything to me.”