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Senior photojournalist Gulshan Aziz passes away

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 25 May 2020

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Senior photojournalist Gulshan Aziz passes away
Gulshan Aziz, a senior photojournalist, died in Peshawar on Monday. He was a respected figure in journalism and a member of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Journalists Association.

PESHAWAR—Senior photojournalist Gulshan Aziz passed away on Monday in Peshawar following a long illness. He was associated with Mashriq newspaper.

According to journalist Kashifuddin, his namaz-i-janaza was offered at Jamia Masjid, Zaryab Colony. A large number of journalists, colleagues, friends, and relatives attended the prayers.

His colleagues expressed grief over the demise of the legendary photojournalist who spent his career in journalism with Mashriq. He was also a lifetime member of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Journalists Association.

KEY POINTS:

  • Gulshan Aziz passed away after a prolonged illness.
  • He was associated with Mashriq newspaper.
  • His namaz-i-janaza took place at Jamia Masjid, Zaryab Colony.
  • Numerous colleagues and friends attended the funeral.
  • Aziz was a lifetime member of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Journalists Association.

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