Timesdo, New York. The story of Sadar Khatoon, a 113-year-old grandmother from Pakistan, proves that it’s never too late to reunite with family and fulfill long-awaited dreams. After a six-year immigration process, Khatoon finally managed to emigrate to the United States last week, where she joined her family in Long Island, New York. This news has brought immense joy to her loved ones, who are celebrating her arrival with great emotion.
The wait for the visa was long and filled with obstacles. According to her son-in-law, Adam Azam, the case was stuck in limbo for years, and the family feared for Khatoon’s health due to her advanced age.
However, her story took a turn when Congressman Tom Suozzi intervened to expedite the immigration process. “We did everything we could, we called the ambassador in Pakistan and worked with immigration officials to make this reunion possible,” Suozzi remarked, also celebrating the grandmother’s arrival on his social media.
Khatoon, born on January 1, 1912, is now one of the oldest people in the U.S. Her mind remains surprisingly sharp, though her sight has begun to decline. The grandmother shared her secret to living such a long life: “I sing all the time, eat good food, and live without worries,” Azam explained, translating her words from Urdu. Her passion for fashion, especially for high heels, is also part of her essence.
The family had fought for her visa for six years. However, Suozzi’s intervention, who advocated on behalf of the grandmother, was key in speeding up the process. This happened at a time when immigration restrictions in the U.S. had tightened under the current administration. The congressman’s efforts allowed Khatoon to finally reunite with her loved ones in Jericho, Long Island.
At 113 years old, Khatoon becomes one of the oldest people in the United States. Her story serves as a reminder of the importance of family, perseverance, and how, despite adversities, dreams can come true at any moment in life.