Ghulam Muhammad Qasir (
Urdu: غلام محمد قاصر 4 September 1944 – 20 February 1999) was a Pakistani Urdu poet.[1] He was considered to be one of the finest modern poets of Urdu Ghazal.[2][3]Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi was the one who 1st introduced him in his famous literary journal called "Fanoon" back in year 1977.[4] Ghulam Muhammad Qasir came up with his 1st collection of poetry called "Tasalsul" in the same year and received warm acceptance across the country. He was awarded with the Presidential Pride of Performance Award (Posthumous) by the
Government of Pakistan in 2006–07, for his valuable contributions in the field of
Urdu literature.[5]
After finishing secondary school from Government High School
Paharpur, he was appointed as a teacher in the same school. Qasir taught in many different schools adjacent to Dera Ismail Khan. While working as a teacher Qasir kept on improving his education. After completing his master's degree in Urdu literature, he was first appointed as a lecturer at Government College
Mardan. He also worked at Science Superior College
Peshawar, Government College Dara Adam Khel, Government College Peshawar, Government College Toru, and Government College Pabbi. He wrote over 70 dramas and programs for
PTV Peshawar and
Radio Pakistan, including popular TV serials like
Talash and Bhoot Bangla (Haunted Bungalow).[5][6]
He died on 20 February 1999 and is buried in
Peshawar.[1]
Literary contributions
Rang e Adbad Publications Karachi has published Ghulam Muhammad Qasir number in June 2022
Sar e Shaakh e Yaqeen (Hamd , Na`at, Manqabat) 2020
Ik sher abhi tak rehta hai (Kuliyat-e-Qasir) (complete poetry) 2009 & 2018
Darya-e-Gumaan (an anthology of poetry) 1997
Aathwaan aasman bhi neela hai (an anthology of poetry) 1988
Tasalsul (an anthology of poetry) 1977
Qasir wrote many essays which were printed by leading literary journals and, besides, he wrote prefaces for some of the poetry anthologies
Research
Qasir remained on the list of contributors to the Textbook Board of NWFP for classes 7th, 11th & 12th in the subject of Urdu in early 1990s.
Since 1968 Qasir remained a regular contributor to all the leading literary national journals in the field of poetry, essays and literary criticism.
Bolan award for best dramatist / poetry, Bolan academy 1993
Sardar Abdur Rab Nishtar award (Gold Medal) for best poetry (Aathwaan aasmaan bhi neela hai) Abaseen Arts Council Peshawar 1988–89
Presidential National Award (Seerat Conference) 1987
Tributes
Ghulam Muhammad Qasir Academy was founded in Nawan Kali Toru (Mardan) by one of his students, Mr. Pir Zada,
A Forum was founded by the name of "Tasalsul" in Peshawar, which brings out a literary journal.
Qasir was founder and the first chairman of a literary society " Takhleeq, International" Peshawar.
Qasir remained member of Pakistan Writers' guild and Abaseen Arts Council, Peshawar.
All writings of Qasir enjoyed huge popularity especially among young people.
Thousands of Qasir's students have greatly appreciated him and are working on several high posts throughout the country
* Professor Dr. Sohail Ahmad has published his MPhil research thesis on "The life and works of Ghulam Muhammad Qasir" from the
University of Peshawar.
Since 1970 until his death (1999) he has regularly participated in all important national & religious functions and occasions on Radio Pakistan and Pakistan Television
PTV Peshawar
Qasir has written a large number of dramas and programmes for PTV, among which the most popular serials were Talash and Bhoot Bangla (Haunted Bungalow).
Qasir has participated in many International Literary Symposia, Conferences, Mushairas in the United States, where he was highly appreciated.
Qasir participated in many literary conferences held under the auspices of "Halqa-e-Arbab-e-Zoq, New York.
Website
www.qasir.com Through this website short introduction, photographs, selective poetry and details of awards can be found.