22nd death anniversary of a eminent poet and lyricist, Masroor Anwar is being observed today. Masroor Anwar was one of the most prominent lyricists of the Pakistani film industry from 1962 to 1990.

In the early 70’s, he also wrote some of the most memorable patriotic songs such as Sohni Dharti Allah Rakhay, Apni Jaan Nazar Karoon, Watan Ki Mitti Gawah Rehna and Jug Jug Jiye Mera Pyara Watan.