Hyderabad, 26 September
Eminent Urdu Journalist and Poet Mahtab Qadr Passes Away in Hyderabad
Eminent Urdu journalist and poet Mahtab Qadr, whose real name was Syed Sarfaraz Ali, passed away in Hyderabad on Friday, September 25, after a prolonged illness. He was known for his contributions to Urdu journalism, poetry and literary activities, particularly during his years in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
His son, Suhail Syed, announced his death through an Instagram post and shared details of the funeral prayers and burial. Eminent Urdu Journalist and Poet Mahtab Qadr Passes Away in Hyderabad.
Funeral prayers on Saturday
The funeral prayers of Mahtab Qadr will be offered at 1:15 pm on Saturday, September 26, at Masjid-e-Meraj in Chanchalguda, opposite Central Jail.
He will be laid to rest at Sultan Daira graveyard, located near Masjid-e-Meraj.
Mahtab Qadr’s contribution to Urdu literature
Mahtab Qadr spent several years in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where he was involved in efforts to promote Urdu language and literature. He was associated with literary activities in the city and served as the founding editor of an Urdu fortnightly publication.
Through his journalism, poetry and literary activities, he contributed to the promotion of Urdu among literary circles in Saudi Arabia. He also participated in literary programmes held in Jeddah and other places.
Mahtab Qadr authored two poetry collections, Bichhaon Sehra and Thodi Si Aawargi, which gained recognition among Urdu literary circles.
His work and involvement in journalism and literature established him as a notable Urdu literary figure associated with Saudi Arabia.
The news of his passing was mourned by members of Urdu literary and journalistic circles, who remembered his contribution to Urdu language and literature.