The 55th death anniversary of renowned Pakistani playback singer Naseem Begum was observed today (Tuesday).

Born in Amritsar, British India, in 1936, Naseem Begum sang hundreds of Punjabi and Urdu songs for films. Her melodious voice won her a huge fan following in the country.

During the 1965 war with India, Naseem Begum was among the singers who lent their voices to patriotic songs.

Her song “Aye Raah-e-Haq Ke Shaheedo” boosted the morale of the armed forces and the nation.

She passed away on this day in Lahore in 1971.