Pakistani singer Hadiqa Kiani named in BBC's 2024 100 Women list for humanitarian work

The BBC's 2024 100 Women list includes Pakistani singer Hadiqa Kiani, recognized for her humanitarian efforts following the 2022 floods in Pakistan. Kiani's Vaseelae Raah project has built homes, schools, and healthcare facilities for displaced families. Kiani, a pop music pioneer since the 1990s, has shifted her focus to social causes, mobilizing resources for long-term relief in affected regions. Her activism has garnered significant acclaim, highlighting her role as a compassionate leader. The list also honors Mahrang Baloch, a doctor known for her protests against enforced disappearances in Balochistan. The BBC's 100 Women series, established in 2013, showcases women's resilience and contributions globally.