The 39th death anniversary of renowned folk singer Sain Akhtar Hussain is being observed today.

He was born in Amritsar in 1920.

Sain Akhtar Hussain was a folk singer, best known for singing Kafis and other folk songs during Urs ceremonies of saints.

He worked for films, Radio Pakistan, and television.

He was also honored with the Pride of Performance Award.

Sain Akhtar Hussain passed away on this date in 1987 in Lahore.