Veteran journalist Liaqat Ali Toor dies of dengue fever
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 4 November 2021
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Liaqat Ali Toor, a prominent figure in Pakistani journalism, has passed away at the age of 71 due to dengue fever. He served as Director News for the Associated Press of Pakistan and contributed significantly to various publications after retirement.Summary
ISLAMABAD—The Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) staff and management have expressed deep grief over the sad demise of their former Director News, Liaqat Ali Toor, who passed away after a protracted illness.
Toor, 71, was on a ventilator and breathed his last on Wednesday. Reportedly, he had been suffering from dengue fever for the past few days.
He also served as an APP correspondent in India for about three years. After retirement from APP, he remained affiliated with various English-language newspapers.
During his meritorious services with the state-run news agency, Toor covered important beats. He reported on VVIP activities and also did special assignments.
Key Points
- Liaqat Ali Toor died at 71 after suffering from dengue fever.
- He was on a ventilator prior to his passing.
- Toor worked as APP's Director News and was a correspondent in India.
- He reported on major events and VVIP activities.
- His legacy includes significant contributions to English-language newspapers.
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