Bilkees Latif
Bilkees Idrees Latīf (c. 1930 – 27 October 2017) was an Indian social worker and writer from Telangana, known for her work in the slums of India. She was a founding member of INTACH.
Bilkees Latif | |
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| Born | c. 1930 Hyderabad, Hyderabad State, British India |
| Died | 27 October 2017 (age 86) Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Occupation(s) | Social Worker/Activist, Writer & Artist |
| Known for | Founder Of S.H.E.D Foundation |
| Spouse | I. H. Latif |
| Children | Asad Latif, Asghar Latif & Mariam Sandhu |
| Parent(s) | Ali Yavar Jung Alys Iffrig |
| Family | Tyabji family (through spouse) |
| Awards | Padma Shri |
She is the author of several articles and five books, including Essential Andhra Cookbook, Fragrance of Forgotten Years and The Ladder of His Life : Biography of Air Chief Marshal Idris Latif. The Government of India awarded her the fourth-highest civilian honour of the Padma Shri, in 2009, for her contributions to society.
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