Akhtar Balouch

Akhtar Balouch (1967 – 31 July 2022) was a senior writer, journalist, historian, and analyst from Karachi, Pakistan.

He was renowned for his substantial impact on the field of journalism and his profound understanding of Karachi's historical context. He died in Karachi after a brief illness on 31 July 2022.

Early life and career Akhtar Baloch was born in Mirpur Khas, Sindh, Pakistan in 1967.

Works He was also an author and historian, having penned several books on Karachi's history. Some of his notable works include: Karaanchi Wala - his popular newspaper blogs (2013 - 2020) Teesri Jins (The Third Sex - transgender community) Mein Balochistani Yehi Mera Watan Umeed-e-Sahar (2009) Urdu Adab Mein Insaan Dosti (Humanism in Urdu Literature)

Death Akhtar Balouch died on 31 July 2022 in Karachi after a brief illness. He was in his 50s at the time of his death.