PTV, Radio Pakistan newscaster Taskeen Zafar passes away
Pakistan
Taskeen Zafar's broadcasting career spanned over four decades
RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) – Legendary voice of Radio Pakistan and PTV newscaster Taskeen Zafar passed away here on Sunday after brief illness. She was 67.
Her Namaz-e-Janaza will be offered at 4:30 pm at Lalkurti Eidgah.
Taskeen Zafar's broadcasting career spanned over four decades. Born in Rawalpindi in 1957, she joined Radio Pakistan as an announcer in 1980. She also hosted programmes at Radio Pakistan's News and Current Affairs Channel.
Later, she joined Pakistan Television as a news anchor and hosted music programmes.
In recognition of her meritorious services, Taskeen Zafar was presented Presidential Pride of Performance award last year.
Radio Pakistan and entire broadcasting fraternity mourn the loss of a legend.
