Famous PTV news caster Taskeen Zafar passed away. Taskeen Zafar was a prominent Pakistani Urdu news caster and Radio announcer. She was born in Rawalpindi and in 1957, Taskeen Zafar’s broadcasting career spanned over four decades. She served PTV and Radio Pakistan for many years. In her superb career, Taskeen Zafar hosted multiple programs on Radio Pakistan and remained associated with Pakistan Television. She also conducted multiple current affair shows.
Today, the brilliant news caster passed away in Rawalpindi after a short term illness. Taskeen Zafar was 67 years old. The news of her passing was shared by Radio Pakistan and Pakistan Television Network. Her Namaz-e-Janaza will be offered at 4:30 pm at Eidgah, Lalkurti in Rawalpindi this afternoon.
The news caster joined Pakistan Television Network as an announcer in 1980. Taskeen Zafar was also presented with the Presidential award last year. Death of an experienced news caster is a big loss for Pakistan Television Network and Radio Pakistan. May Allah grant her higher ranks. Ameen.
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