Zalayhar Hassanali turns 90 on Monday. Photo: Heroes of Trinidad and Tobago Facebook page.
Zalayhar Hassanali, the widow of this country s second president Noor Hassanali, is hopeful that the fundamentals of a good family structure can be restored in society.
As she celebrates her 90th birthday on Monday, Hassanali told Sunday Newsday in a phone interview that good family relationships were key to a successful and peaceful life and a productive society.
Growing up in Siparia, she recounted her past experiences and attributed her development to a strong family structure which was filled with love, support and humility.
There were also challenges, Hassanali said, but the bond of her family was the main reason for many successes and memorable experiences.