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District Chakwal is famous for having been the abode of various eminent personalities, who have had an indelible impact on the hearts and minds of the people. Ranging from military heroes to the political icons, this region has seen many shining stars on its horizon. One such legendary figure was born in Village Watli Tehsil Choa Saiden Shah, District Chakwal on February 22, 1945 in the house of Sultan Muhammad Hayat who was named Raja Sultan Azmat Hayat.

The Sultan Legacy: The sultan family has a long history of leading the people of area. Sultan Azmat Hayat’s grand Father, Sultan Nadir Hayat served as the Vice President of Salt Range Muslim League and actively participated in the Independence Movement. Wandering through the annals of history, one finds numerous achievements on their credit. Known for their bravery and steadfastness, The Sultans of Watli fought an epic battle, that took place between Sultan Fateh Muhammad Khan and the Sikhs in the late 18th Century, where the Brave Janjua Sultan Fateh Muhammad Khan held off the sikhs for over 6 months in the almost impregnable fort. The Sikh forces "having failed to take the fort by assault and bombardment" for such a long period of time, the Maharaja Ranjeet Singh offered terms to the Sultan who due to want of water for his subjects and garrison, finally agreed. Ranjit Singh also gave the salt mines of Khewra and 40 villages to the Sultan as compensation. The epic fort of Kusak is a reminiscence of Sultans’ bravery and spells out a rich history of a patriotism and devotion to the land. That legacy passed on to descending generations and those traits were very much visible in Sultan Raja Azmat Hayat. A traditionalist by nature, Sultan Azmat Hayat was very much keen to uphold the values set by his predecessors. A ruler, who never ruled the people, rather focused on winning hearts and minds.

''' Political Odyssey: ''' Raja Sulatn Azmat Hayat started his career as a Tehsildar and served in different places in this position. This job demanded stationing at different places and Sultan Azmat Hayat was not willing to sacrifice his love for his land and people in return for this job. Soon he resigned from the job and came back to his native place for good. Following the legacy of his forefathers, He soon began to take part in active politics and contested for the election of Zilla Counsel. He contested against ……. In the elections of …….and got elected Member Zilla Counsel.

At the Punjab Assembly:  His service as Member Zilla Counsel proved to be a jumping pad for the higher offices. His credibility and activism on social issues won him mass popularity and paved the way for his entry into provincial level politics. He contested his first election for the Assembly of Punjab in 1990 as an independent candidate. Despite he lost the election with a minimal margin of 500 votes, his popularity increased manifold. His defeat as an independent candidate with this minimal margin was the testimony of his growing influence among his people and made him even more determined to continue the promised services despite many hardships on the way. The Elections 1993: The 1993 elections opened the door to the Assembly of Punjab. Raja Sultan Azmat Hayat never viewed politics as a profession; rather it was a responsibility that he owed to his people. Therefore he kept on moving ahead. His activity did not go unnoticed in the higher echelons and as an acknowledgement of his great services; he was offered the ticket of PP-17 (Now PP-21) by the Pakistan Muslim League. He contested the election from the platform of PML (N) and WON with a heavy majority, outshining the other contestants. At the Assembly of Punjab, he became a true representative of the people and raised his voice for the rights of his area and showed his leadership charisma. His honesty and dedication, soon brought him closer to Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif in Punjab and Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif who considered him as a trustworthy member of the party. ''He remained a loyal worker of Pakistan Muslim league and displayed an exemplary character and won national appreciation for his role in a sting operation on the direction of Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, to expose the horse-trading activities of the PPP leadership in Punjab. He along with Mr. Javed Ikhlas and Chaudry Liaqaut Ali khan were sent to PPP representatives who were bent upon a shopping spree of members of Punjab Assembly to attain their ultimate desire of forming a government in Punjab. He was given lucrative offers including thirty million rupees, plots in Islamabad and minister ship in the government in return for their loyalty. He remained steadfast in his resolve and principles and did not move an inch from his association with Pakistan Muslim league.'' This was highly crucial situation as this was the exact number PPP required to form their government in Punjab. But their dream shattered to ground when these members did not sell their loyalty. Had even a one of them gone, it would have resulted in PPP coming to power in Punjab, rendering a fatal blow to PML (N). This exemplary display of loyalty to the party elevated his position and Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif publically paid him a tribute and acknowledged his role in saving the future of PML (N) in the Punjab.

The Election 1997: Benazir’s second government was toppled and elections were held again in 1997, bringing a land sliding victory for PML (N). ''The Elections at PP-21 got postponed due to the sudden death of the opposing candidate Mr. Malik Shahbaz. In the by-Elections, Raja Sultan Azmat Hayat defended his seat with a heavy mandate.'' Upon formation of PML (N) government in Punjab, he was also given the responsibility of Chairman Health Standing Committee. He carried out his responsibilities under this position in an excellent manner and took it to the new heights. He was on a visit to United States when a political crisis emerged, he cut his visit short and returned to the homeland, when General Musharraf overthrew the elected government through a coup d’état and engulfed the country in another dark night of Martial Law. Imposition of military government unleashed a series of problems for PML (N) Loyal and turned out to be a reign of terror. It proved to be litmus test for the party members as well and only the true loyals kept their loyalty intact and withstood all sorts of pressures and problems. Raja Sultan Azmat Hayat was the among that small cadre who did not switch their party when even the leadership was sent out on a forced exile. ''Raja Sultan Azmat Hayat exhibited a politics of principles where greater weightage was given to the public benefit. His conduct was immune from all vices of the of the system and he did not deal his people as voters or non voters rather viewed every one with the same prism. For the betterment of his people he worked 24/7 and was available all the time at the expense of his own rest. His continuous struggle deteriorated his health, but he did not stop. Although he did not take part in 2002 elections due to health issues, but he continued his activities for the nominated party candidate.''

 Death:  He passed away on February 15, 2003 and buried in his native village Watli.

Mehwish Azat Hayat: Now Mehwish Azmat Hayat his daughter, is in politcs and runing the political system of Sultan Family(Sultan Group). She has worked with PML(N) as member provincial organizing committee n also as chairperson chief minister social Welfare board chakwal and distt coordinator for women chakwal. now she is Member Provincial Assembly of the Punjab and Parliamentary Secretary for Higher Education and Member Energy Board, Govt of Punjab.