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Journalist and poet Jan Khashkeli passes away

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 23 March 2022

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Journalist and poet Jan Khashkeli passes away
Jan Khaskheli, a senior journalist and renowned poet, has died at age 65 in Hyderabad. He was known for his contributions to literature and journalism.

HYDERABAD —Senior journalist, story writer, and poet Jan Khaskheli passed away in Hyderabad at 65 due to cardiac arrest.

Jan Mohammad, a well-known journalist and writer by the name of Jan Khaskheli, was a senior reporter of daily The News, Karachi and also a writer of a book comprising short stories titled "Ghum Thiyal Manhoo Jo Safar Namo" and two poetry books "Khawaban Jo Ajaib Ghar" and "Khwaban ji Moasam Jo Hik Geet."

He is survived by a son, three daughters, and a widow.

KEY POINTS:

  • Jan Khaskheli passed away at 65 due to cardiac arrest.
  • He wrote for daily The News in Karachi.
  • Khaskheli authored short stories and poetry books.
  • He is survived by a son, three daughters, and a widow.
  • His notable works include 'Ghum Thiyal Manhoo Jo Safar Namo'.

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