Pakistan, July 10 -- LAHORE - Renowned Urdu poet, short story writer, and literary icon Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi was remembered on his 19th death anniversary Wednesday for his timeless contributions to South Asian literature.

Born on November 20, 1916, in Anga, Khushab, Qasmi spent his life exploring themes of poverty, justice, and human dignity. He passed away on July 10, 2006, in Lahore at the age of 89, leaving behind a powerful literary legacy.

Throughout his prolific career, Qasmi authored over 50 books, including poetry collections such as Jalal-o-Jamal, Shola-i-Gul, and Kisht-i-Wafa. His short stories, like Chopaal, Kapaas ka Phool, and Sailab-o-Gardab, won admiration for their deep social insight and realistic portrayal of rural life....