About
Farooq Ahmad Khan Leghari was a Pakistani politician who served as the eighth president of Pakistan from 1993 until his resignation in 1997. He held several key ministerial positions prior to his presidency, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister for Water and Power. Leghari was the first ethnic Baloch to be elected president of Pakistan, marking a significant moment in the country's political history.
Career Timeline
Joins Pakistan Peoples Party
Leghari enters politics, boosting his profile in Pakistani society.
Elected President of Pakistan
Reaches the pinnacle of his political career.
Dismisses Benazir Bhutto's Government
Exercises controversial presidential powers, leading to political turmoil.
Resigns from the Presidency
Faces impeachment pressure and resigns, diminishing his political influence.
Forms Millat Party
Attempts to revive political career but fails to gain significant traction.
Merges Millat Party with PML-Q
Loses political influence after party merger.
Death
Leghari passes away, his influence and relevance declining in later years.
Legacy of a Former President
Remembered as a president who faced challenges. His political impact has faded.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026