Punjabi poet, writer Surjit Patar passes away at 79
The Hindu
Padma Shri recipient Punjabi poet and writer Surjit Singh Patar passed away on the morning of May 11 at his residence near the Barewal Colony.
Padma Shri recipient Punjabi poet and writer Surjit Singh Patar passed away on the morning of May 11 at his residence near the Barewal Colony.
He was 79. Patar died in his sleep, his family members said.
Patar's poetic works include 'Hawa Vich Likhe Harf', 'Hanere Vich Sulagdi Varanmala', 'Patjhar Di Pazeb', 'Lafzaan Di Dargah' and 'Surzameen'.
He received the Padma Shri in 2012. He was the president of the Punjab Arts Council.
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