The 54th death anniversary of renowned lyrist and poet Tanveer Naqvi is being observed today.

He was born in Lahore in 1919. His real name was Syed Khursheed Ali. 

He wrote lyrics for over 200 films.

His famous songs "Awaz de kahan he" and "Rang Laayega Shaheedon Ka Lahoo" sung by Noor Jahan are still popular.

He also wrote many prominent naats such as "Shah-e-Madina Yasrab Ke Wali" and "Jo Na Hota Tera Jamal Hi".

He also wrote many beautiful Naats.

He died on this day in 1972 in Lahore and laid to rest in the Miani Sahib graveyard.