Afghan Biographies
Omar, Qazi Mohammad
Name | Omar, Qazi Mohammad |
Ethnic backgr. | Pashtun |
Date of birth | |
Function/Grade | Ex Mayor |
History and Biodata |
2. Previous Functions of Qazi Mohammad Omar:
3. Biodata: After the Soviet invasion Qazi Mohammad Omar Babrakzay on13 May 1980 headed a jirga in Peshawar, Pakistan, as acting President, to coordinate resistance against the Soviet Regime in Afghanistan. The Babrakzay family has a influential position atop the tribal leadership hierarchy. Qazi Mohammad Omar is a Kandahar business man who ownes and manages Hewad TV which was established in 2006. Omar also owns AIR. Hewad TV (meaning "Country TV" in Pashto) is a private television station based in Kandahar, Afghanistan. The channel broadcasts news, shows, and entertainment programs to certain parts of the country. Qazi Omar is said to be "remote controlled" by the Karzai clan. |
Last Modified | 2017-05-28 |
Established | 2011-08-13 |