Acclaimed broadcaster Azeem Sarwar passes away

On Sunday, the great radio personality and the great server known for the global sports roundup passed away at Liaquat National Hospital after a short illness.

As per sources, the funeral prayers of the deceased will be offered today (September 13) after Zuhar prayers at Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 16 (Masjid Baitul Mukarram Street) at 1.30 pm at Masjid Noor.

Azeem Sarwar was orginator of welknown program of Radio Pakistan 'Subh-e-Pakistan'.

It should be noted that Azeem Sarwar has been hailed as the most gifted of all broadcasters and producers in the history of Pakistan.

Sarwar’s charismatic voice has warmed the hearts of the people—becoming an icon in the media industry.

He was only 16 years old when he joined Radio Pakistan and became the youngest announcer ever.

During this period, he took care of the organization’s role of producer, program manager, deputy controller, compiler and commentator, as well as flagship publications, harmonization and Pakistan calling.

He conceived, planned and produced many radio programs which became success stories including Pakistan, Awaaz Khazana, Rang Hi Rang Jedi Ke Sang, Jedi’s guests and Alam Sports Roundup Blockbuster, another style.

Being a dramatist, he wrote and performed several plays for radio and television, which was named the best play of Radio Pakistan Karachi’s 1969 Drama Festival.

He toured Pakistan cricket team in England (1987), Australia (1988-89) and South Africa (1998).

He also covered the World Cup Hockey Tournament in England in 1986 and the World Cup Football Tournament in Italy in 1990.