Birth anniversary of renowned poet Ahmed Faraz is being observed today to pay homage for his unique and memorable poetry which impressed the young generation of his times.

Ahmad Faraz was born in Kohat on 12th January 1931 and received his education from Peshawar.

He was considered one of the greatest modern Urdu poets of the last century and was ranked among the greatest Urdu poets of the current era.

Ahmed Faraz was his pseudonym, whereas his real name was Syed Ahmad Shah.

He was deeply influenced by the works of Faiz Ahmad Faiz, his friend and role model, and has been able to earn acclamation because of his elegant yet simple poetry.

“Tanha Tanha”, “Be-Awaz Gali Kuchon Main”, “Sab Awazain Meri Hain” and Shab-e-Khun “Suna Hai Log Usay Aankh Bhar Kay Daikhtay Hain”, “Uss Ny Sakoot-e-Shab Main Bhi”are among his literary works.

He was appointed as Pakistan academy of letters chairman and also served as chairperson of the national book foundation.

Ahmad Faraz was the recipient of a number of national and international accolades, including the Nagar Award, Sitara-e-Imtiaz and Hilal-e-Imtiaz.

Ahmed Faraz breathed his last on August 25, 2008.