Akhtar Baloch
Pakistani journalist (1967–2022)
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Akhtar Balouch (1967 – 31 July 2022) was a senior writer, journalist, historian, and analyst from Karachi, Pakistan.
Akhtar Balouch (Karaanchi Wala) | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1967 |
| Died | July 31, 2022 (aged 54–55) Karachi, Pakistan |
| Other names | Karaanchi Wala |
| Occupations | Journalist, Author, Historian, Human rights activist |
| Known for | Contributions to journalism and history of Karachi |
He was renowned for his substantial impact on the field of journalism and his profound understanding of Karachi's historical context.[1][2] He died in Karachi after a brief illness on 31 July 2022.[3]
Early life and career
Akhtar Baloch was born in Mirpur Khas, Sindh, Pakistan in 1967.[1] He grew up and lived in that city for the first 30 years of his life. He took part in many literary and political activities during the period and rule of General Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq in Pakistan.[1] During his life, Baloch, an experienced journalist and historian, authored numerous books delving into the rich history of Karachi.[1]
For his literary contributions, as a historian on Urdu literature:
"Akhtar Baloch charts the changing patterns of norms and values in Urdu literature during the second half of the 19th century, especially in light of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan's Aligarh Movement".[1]
Akhtar Baloch also wrote on the topics of karo-kari (honour killings), the Jirga system and some other topics and issues that people of Sindh faced.[1]
In addition to his literary contributions, he held a senior position within the Karachi Union of Journalists (KUJ) and served as a council member for the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP).[1][3][4]
