Razaque Mahar ( Sindhi:رزاق مهر,

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: رزاق مہر) was a

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short story writer, playwright and columnist of

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from

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, Pakistan.

Early life

Razzaq Mahar was born to Ranjho Khan Mahar on 20 July 1954 in

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city of

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Sindh.

Career

Razaq Mahar started creating short stories from 1974. His first published short story was ''Krishna Hathi Je Agyaan''. He was inspired by renowned writer Amar Jaleel. His book of short stories ''Sukoon Kithay Ahey'' is appeared. His TV plays were televised from

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Center which were produced by producer Muhammad Bux Samejo. His drama serials ''Jiyapo'', ''Wichhotiyon'' and ''Paatal'' became popular. He wrote over 10 solo plays as well. By profession he was Assistant Professor and served at degree college

Death

He died of heart attack on 15 August 2002.

References

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