Onlykashmir.in News Desk
Literary circles in Kashmir are in mourning following the passing of Syed Zahoor Hussain, popularly known as Zahoor Jaipuri. The beloved son of the renowned Urdu poet Akbar Jaipuri, he breathed his last on Friday.
Zahoor Jaipuri was widely cherished as a central figure within Kashmiri society, known for his affectionate nature and generous spirit. For many, his home in Goa was a cherished haven, a place where any Kashmiri far from their homeland could find a warm welcome, heartfelt conversation, and a profound sense of family.
His loss is felt most deeply by his close family and friends. In a heartfelt tribute, Azhar Hajini, Media Secretary of Kashmir’s oldest literary organisation Halqua e Adab Sonawari and a noted broadcaster, remembered him as a fatherly figure.
“Zahoor Sahib was an epitome of affection and kindness. He was a fatherly figure to me. He will always be in our memories and hearts. We truly owe him,” an emotional Hajini stated.
The bond between their families was profound. Hajini shared that his late father, Dr. Aziz Hajini, considered Zahoor Jaipuri a brother, often instructing his son to regard him as a paternal uncle (Chachu). “He was my uncle in spirit, in love, and in his unmatched affection,” Hajini added.
Beyond his role as a community patriarch, Zahoor Jaipuri was a passionate custodian of Kashmiri literature. He actively participated in literary events and dedicated himself to highlighting the immense contributions of his father, the legendary Akbar Jaipuri. His demise has been met with an outpouring of grief from literary organisations across the valley. J&K’s famous literary amalgam Adbee Markaz Kamraz and Wahab Cultural Society has also condoled the demise.
Zahoor Jaipuri is survived by his wife, two children, and a legacy of kindness that touched countless lives.
