Radio Pakistan’s legendary Urdu newscaster Taskeen Zafar passes away

RAWALPINDI: Legendary voice of Radio Pakistan, Urdu newscaster Taskeen Zafar passed away in Rawalpindi today after brief illness, Radio Pakistan reported. She was 67.

Her namaz-e-janaza will be offered at 4:30 PM at Eidgah, Lalkurti in Rawalpindi this afternoon.

Born in Rawalpindi in 1957, Taskeen Zafar’s broadcasting career spanned over four decades. She joined Radio Pakistan as an announcer in 1980. She also hosted programs at Radio Pakistan’s News and Current Affairs Channel.

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She also remained associated with Pakistan Television (PTV) where she read news and hosted music programs. In recognition of her meritorious services, Taskeen Zafar was presented Presidential Pride of Performance award last year.

Radio Pakistan and entire broadcasting fraternity mourn the loss of a legend.

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has expressed grief and sorrow over her the demise.

In a statement today, he said he is deeply saddened to hear the news of Taskeen Zafar’s death. The Minister said Taskeen Zafar was a talented and experienced newscaster. He said her death has resulted in an irreparable loss not only to Radio Pakistan but to the entire media industry.

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The Minister extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of Taskeen Zafar. He prayed for eternal peace of the deceased and patience for her bereaved family.

Secretary Information and Broadcasting Shahera Shahid and Director General Radio Pakistan Saeed Ahmed Shaikh also expressed deep grief and sorrow over the sad demise of legendary broadcaster.