Manama: The 27th death anniversary of the famous poet of modern Urdu, Obaidullah Aleem, is being observed on Sunday, The poet was born on 12th June 1939 in Bhopal, British India, and passed away on this day in 1998 in Karachi, at the age of fifty-eight. Aleem was widely recognized as one of the best Ghazal writers of modern times.

According to Radio Pakistan, Obaidullah Aleem began his career with Radio Pakistan, where his contributions to Urdu poetry earned him significant acclaim. Among his notable works are the poetry collections “Chand Chehra Sitara Ankhhen,” “Veeran Saray Ka Diya,” and “Nigar-e-Subah ke Ummed Main,” which continue to be celebrated for their depth and resonance in the world of Urdu literature.