Death anniversary of Punjabi poet Faqir Muhammad Faqir being observed today
The 50th death anniversary of renowned poet, writer and researcher of Punjabi language and literature Dr. Faqir Muhammad Faqir is being observed today.
In 1951, he published the first magazine of Punjabi language also titled “Punjabi”. Later, he established Punjabi Literary Academy with Dr. Muhammad Baqir under which many antiquated and modern books of Punjabi language and literature were published.
He is also known as “Father of Punjabi” in recognition of his services to Punjabi language and literature.
