Lahore (Web Desk): The 20th death anniversary of eminent storyteller, writer, playwright and broadcaster Ashfaq Ahmad is being observed today (Saturday) across the country.
All media platforms are filled with glowing tributes, anecdotes, and reflections on his life, work, and achievements in the literary field.
Ashfaq Ahmad is remembered as a man who left an indelible mark on the world of words.
He wrote dozens of TV dramas and hosted a famous programme on Radio Pakistan “Talqeen Shah” which was broadcast by Radio Pakistan for about 35 years, PTV news channel reported.
Ashfaq Ahmad's famous PTV plays were “Munchaley ka Soda” “Aik Muhobaat Sao Afsaney” “Tota Kahani” “Hairat Kada” and “Afsaney”.
On television, Ahmad penned the script of several plays that went on to become popular with audiences including, “Uchhay Burj Lahore De”, “Tali Thallay”, and “Tota Kahani”.
He also made a feature film called “Dhop aur Saya” in the 60’s.
Ahmed married Pakistani novelist, and playwright Banu Qudsia, who was also a well-known author and literary personality.
He received both the Presidential Pride of Performance award and Sitar-e-Imtiaz.
Ashfaq Ahmad died on this day in 2004 in Lahore.