Faraz published his first collection of poems, Tanha Tanha, while he was still a college student.
Ahmad Faraz: Pakistan Marks 94th Birthday. Today, Pakistan celebrates the 94th birth anniversary of the renowned poet Ahmad Faraz. Born in Kohat in 1931 as Syed Ahmad Shah, he began writing poetry at a young age.
Early in his career, he used the name Ahmad Shah Kohati, but it was under the guidance of the famous poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz that he adopted the pen name Ahmad Faraz. This name soon became synonymous with elegance and simplicity in Urdu poetry.
Faraz published his first collection of poems, Tanha Tanha, while he was still a college student. From that moment, his literary journey took off, and he became one of the most celebrated poets of his time. His poetry is known for its emotional depth and simple yet powerful expression, capturing the hearts of readers and critics alike.
Throughout his life, Ahmad Faraz made immense contributions to the Urdu language. His works remain a symbol of beauty, emotion, and grace in poetry. He received several prestigious awards from the government of Pakistan, including the Adamjee Literary Award, Sitara-e-Imtiaz, and Hilal-e-Imtiaz.
Although he passed away on August 25, 2008, his poetry continues to live on. Ahmad Faraz was laid to rest in Islamabad, but his words still inspire generations of writers and poets, leaving an eternal legacy in Urdu literature.
