Folk singer Shaukat Ali passes away

Famed folk singer Shaukat Ali has passed away, according to his family members.

According to his son Ameer Shaukat Ali, he was undergoing treatment at Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Lahore.

Earlier Ameer had requested the singer’s fans for prayers following his deteriorating condition.

He had faced multiple medical issues, including diabetes and a liver transplant.

Moreover, he had undergone a heart bypass surgery a few years ago.

Shaukat, known for his war-time patriotic songs such as Saathion Mujahidon Jaag Utha Hai Sara Watan and Apna Quaid Aik Hai among many others, had been unwell for the past several years.

The Ghazal maestro was one of the most prolific artists of the Pakistani music industry, with a singing career spanning five decades. He was also a recipient of the Pride of Performance award.