About Sehba Akhtar
Lived 1930 – 1996 (aged 65). Sehba Akhtar was a Pakistani poet, songwriter and lyricist.
Death and legacy In late 1995, he became very ill in London, but insisted on returning to Pakistan to launch his poetry book, Mashal.
Awards Akhtar received the Pride of Performance award from the President of Pakistan in 1996.
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Who was Sehba Akhtar?
Poet and songwriter
When was Sehba Akhtar born?
Sehba Akhtar was born on 23 September 1930 in Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir.
When did Sehba Akhtar die?
Sehba Akhtar died on 19 February 1996 in Karachi, Pakistan.
What was Sehba Akhtar's occupation?
Sehba Akhtar was a poet, songwriter and lyricist.
What nationality was Sehba Akhtar?
Sehba Akhtar was Pakistani.
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