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Miangul Aurangzeb
19th Governor of North-West Frontier Province
In office
10 August 1999 – 24 October 1999
President Muhammad Rafiq Tarar
Preceded by Arif Bangash
Succeeded by Mohammad Shafiq
Governor of Balochistan
In office
1997–1999
President Justice Retired Muhammad Rafiq Tarar
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif
Preceded by Amir-ul-Mulk Mengal
Succeeded by Sayed Muhammad Fazal Agha
Majority Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N)
Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan
In office
1993–1997
President Farooq Laghari
Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto
Constituency N.A-21 Swat-1
Majority Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)
Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan
In office
1985–1988
President General Muhammad Ziaul Haq
Prime Minister Muhammad Khan Junejo
Constituency N.A-21 Swat-1
Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan
In office
1970–1977
President Fazal Ilahi Chaudhry
Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto
Constituency N.A-21 Swat-1
Majority Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)
Wali Ahad (Crown Prince), Swat (princely State)
In office
1966–1969
Monarch Miangul Jahan Zeb, Wali of Swat (princely state)
Member of the West Pakistan Assembly
In office
1962–1965
President Muhammad Ayub Khan
Member of the West Pakistan Assembly
In office
1956–1958
President Iskandar Mirza
Personal details
Born (1928-05-28)28 May 1928
Saidu Sharif, Swat (princely state)
Died 3 August 2014(2014-08-03) (aged 86)
Islamabad, Pakistan
Resting place Aqba,Saidu Sharif
Nationality Pakistani
Political party Pakistan Muslim League
Spouse Begum Nasim Aurangzeb
Relations Miangul Jahan Zeb(father)
Muhammad Ayub Khan(father –in-law)
Shahzada Aman-e- Room (Cousin)
Children Adnan Aurangzeb
Mahmud Aurangzeb
Hasan Aurangzeb
Parent Miangul Jahan Zeb
Residences Saidu Sharif, Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,Pakistan
Alma mater The Doon School, Dehradun
St. Stephen's College, Delhi
Occupation Politician
Statesman
Profession Crown Prince
Military service
Allegiance  Pakistan
Branch/service  Pakistan Army
Years of service 1948-1955
Rank Captain
Unit Frontier Force Regiment
Commands Aide de Camp

Miangul Aurangzeb (born May 28, 1928, died August 3, 2014) was an important politician from Pakistan. He was known for serving in the National Assembly of Pakistan, which is like Pakistan's main law-making body. He also held big jobs as the governor of Balochistan and later as the governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Aurangzeb passed away in Islamabad, Pakistan, when he was 86 years old.

Who Was Miangul Aurangzeb?

Miangul Aurangzeb was a significant figure in Pakistani politics. He came from the royal family of the Princely State of Swat, a special area that was once like a small kingdom. He was even the Crown Prince of Swat.

He dedicated many years of his life to public service. He worked to help the people of Pakistan through various government roles.

Early Life and Education

Miangul Aurangzeb was born on May 28, 1928, in Saidu Sharif, which is in the Princely State of Swat. His father was Miangul Jahan Zeb, who was the ruler (Wali) of Swat.

He received a good education. He studied at The Doon School in Dehradun and later at St. Stephen's College, Delhi. These schools helped prepare him for his future in leadership.

A Life in Politics

Miangul Aurangzeb had a long and active career in politics. He held several important positions throughout his life. His work helped shape the government of Pakistan for many years.

Serving in the National Assembly

Aurangzeb was elected as a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan multiple times. This is where laws are made for the country. He served in the National Assembly during different periods, including from 1970 to 1977, 1985 to 1988, and 1993 to 1997.

He represented the N.A-21 Swat-1 area. During his time in the Assembly, he worked with different political parties, including the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N).

Becoming a Governor

Besides being a lawmaker, Miangul Aurangzeb also served as a governor. A governor is like the head of a province. He was the Governor of Balochistan from 1997 to 1999.

After that, he became the Governor of the North-West Frontier Province (now called Khyber Pakhtunkhwa). He held this role in 1999. These positions showed his leadership skills and his commitment to public service.

Family and Legacy

Miangul Aurangzeb was married to Begum Nasim Aurangzeb. He had three sons: Adnan Aurangzeb, Mahmud Aurangzeb, and Hasan Aurangzeb.

His father-in-law was Muhammad Ayub Khan, who was a former President of Pakistan. This shows his connections to important families in the country's history. He is remembered for his long career in politics and his service to Pakistan.

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