LAHORE: Renowned folk singer Shaukat Ali has passed away at the age of 77, his family members confirmed today (Friday).
According to his son Ameer Shaukat Ali, he was undergoing treatment at Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Lahore. He had faced multiple medical issues, including diabetes and a liver transplant. Moreover, he had undergone a heart bypass surgery a few years ago.
Shaukat, known for his war-time patriotic songs such as Saathion Mujahidon Jaag Utha Hai Sara Watan, Mera Puttar Pakistan Da, and Apna Quaid Aik Hai among many others, had been unwell for the past several years.
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He was also a recipient of the Pride of Performance award. The Ghazal maestro was one of the most prolific artists of the Pakistani music industry.
