Karachi:The 28th death anniversary of the renowned Urdu poet, writer, and broadcaster Hameed Naseem was observed today.

According to Radio Pakistan, Hameed Naseem was born on October 16, 1920, in District Dalhousie of Himachal Pradesh. Following the partition, he migrated to Pakistan and contributed significantly to Radio Pakistan, eventually rising to the position of Deputy Director General.

Naseem was known for his poetry collections, which include ‘Panch Jadeed Shair,’ ‘Jast-e-Junoon,’ and ‘Gard-e-Malal.’ His autobiography, ‘Quest for the Impossible,’ was also published, providing insights into his life and work.

He passed away on this day in 1998 and was laid to rest in Karachi.