Death anniversary of poet Ahmad Rahi being observed today

The twenty-second death anniversary of renowned poet and writer Ahmad Rahi is being observed today. He was born in Amritsar in 1923. Famous for writing charismatic film poetry, Ahmad Rahi wrote songs for more than hundred movies. Songs of Pakistani Punjabi film Heer Ranjha earned him a national applause. His collection of Punjabi poetry Taranjan won the Adamji award. Ahmad Rahi was awarded Pride of Performance by the Government of Pakistan for his contribution in art and literature. He died on this day in Lahore in 2002. Source: Radio Pakistan