Pakistan remembers renowned novelist 'Bajia' on death anniversary
Her most famous dramas include Afshan, Aroosa, Shama and Zeenat.


Karachi: Pakistan is remembering the massively acclaimed play writer, novelist and drama writer, Fatima Surayya Bajia on her 6th death anniversary on Thursday (today).
The veteran writer received ample recognition in Pakistan for her contributions in literature and crowned numerous awards including the Pride of performance Award, the Hilal-i-Imtiaz and the highest civil award of Japan.
Fatima Surayya was the older sister of satirist Anwar Maqsood, poet Zehra Nigah and cooking expert Zubaida Tariq.
She received multiple awards at home and abroad including Pride of Performance and Hilal-i-Imtiaz.
She did not have a formal degree but had acquired extensive knowledge of Arabic, Persian, English and Urdu literature and history at home through private tuition.
Born on September 1, 1930 in Karnatak India, Bajia passed away on February 10, 2016 after suffering from throat cancer.
Her most famous dramas include Afshan, Aroosa, Shama and Zeenat.
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