Renowned Pakistani Saraiki Poet Amanullah Arshad Passes Away

Pakistan’s globally celebrated and revered Saraiki poet, Amanullah Arshad, has passed away after a prolonged illness. He was suffering from heart and diabetes-related ailments.

Born in 1971 in Dhira Dost Muhammad, Rahim Yar Khan, Arshad was a disciple of Sufi poet Faiz Muhammad Dilchasb, whose companionship deeply enriched his spiritual and literary expression. While his poetry powerfully articulated the struggles of the land and its people, he remained most distinguished for his profound and heartfelt poetry in praise of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBU).

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His funeral prayers were held in his ancestral village, attended by prominent spiritual, literary, social, and political figures, reflecting the wide respect he commanded. He was laid to rest in the local cemetery.

Literary Legacy
Amanullah Arshad authored several acclaimed works, including:

• Akhain Khawab Jagare
• Arshad de Dohray
• Suk da Sawan
• Dhamal
• Tediaan Yadan
• Aasra Faqeerin da
• Ilham di Barish (a naat collection)

His collection of naats earned him several awards, including the prestigious Seerat-un-Nabi Award.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who was Amanullah Arshad?
He was a world-renowned Pakistani poet who wrote in the Saraiki language, celebrated for his spiritually rich poetry, especially his verses in praise of the Prophet Muhammad (PBU).

2. What was the central theme of his poetry?
While he wrote poignantly about human suffering and social issues, his most defining and beloved work was his poetry expressing deep love and reverence for the Holy Prophet (PBU).

3. What are his most famous literary works?
Some of his major publications include Arshad de Dohray, Suk da Sawan, Dhamal, and the award-winning naat collection Ilham di Barish.

4. What was the cause of his death?
He passed away after a long illness, having been afflicted with heart and diabetes-related conditions.