Hayat Ahmad Khan

Hayat Ahmad Khan (15 September 1921 – 6 February 2005) was a connoisseur and a sponsor of classical music in Pakistan.

He founded the All Pakistan Music Conference (APMC) in 1959 and was its secretary-general for a long time.

Early life and education Hayat Ahmad Khan was born in Lahore, British India on 15 September 1921. He received his basic education and graduated from Islamia College, Lahore. He then graduated from the University of Punjab, Lahore in 1942.

By 1992, All Pakistan Music Conference had grown into society with over two thousand members and its annual festival was eagerly awaited by the music enthusiasts of Pakistan.

Awards and recognition Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Star of Excellence) Award by the Government of Pakistan in 2000 for his contribution towards classical music Member of the National Commission on History and Culture of Pakistan since 1994 President of the Japan Karate Association of Pakistan since 1970 President of the Pakistan Japan Cultural Association in 1981 Member of the Board of Governors of Lahore Arts Council

Death Hayat Ahmad Khan was hospitalized on 1 February 2005 and later died on 6 February 2005 at age 83 at Lahore, Pakistan.