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Veteran Pakistani columnist Masood Ashar passes away at 90

Lahore: Acclaimed Urdu fiction writer, journalist and well-known columnist Masood Ashar has passed away. He was 90.

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Veteran Pakistani columnist Masood Ashar passes away at 90
Veteran Pakistani columnist Masood Ashar passes away at 90

As per details, Asher's death has been confirmed by his son-in-law Hassan. His funeral prayers will be offered at 10 am today at B Block DHA Lahore.

Masood Ashar was considered as one of the famous Urdu fiction writers and was also awarded Sitara-e-Imtiaz in 2015 for his literary services.

Apart from fiction, he was also a veteran journalist and columnist.

The acclaimed novelist highlighted social problems and enjoyed a distinct status in column writing.

On the other hand, Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Bazdar expressed grief over the demise of renowned senior journalist.

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