Sindh History (15th May)

 

SINDH IN HISTORY TODAY (15th MAY)

Research By. Dr. Dur Muhammad Pathan

BIRTH DATES:

15thMAY

DaniBux ‘Dhanan’ (Sonmiyani/Poet/ birth 15th May 1920),

Jhamandas ‘Ashiq’ (Khamam/Poet & Journalist/ birth 15th May 1924),

“Ghalib’ Malkani (Malkani/Poet/ birth 15th May 1930),

Dr.MotiParkash (Daro/India/Scholar/ birth 15th May 1931),

‘Wafa’ Nathanshahi (Amratsar>K.N.Shah/Poet/ birth 15th May 1944),

ChandoAhuja (Baroda/Artist/ birth 15th May 1953),

Muhammad Baran (NazimBaran/Poet/ birth 15th May 1958),

‘Faiz’ Pirzado (Balhreji/Poet/ birth 15th May 1959),

MoulaBux Chand (Writer & Social worker/ birth 15th May 1961),

Ashraf Zaman (Pirchandam/Writer/ birth 15th May 1962),

Naeem Malik (Faiz Muhammad Malik/Journalist/ birth 15th May 1964),

FaqirQasmani (Rasoolpur/Journalist/ birth 15th May 1965),

‘Haziq’ Solangi (Radhan Station/Poet/ birth 15th May 1969),

NadarTajAbro (Larkano/Writer & Social worker/ birth 15th May 1970),

PiralDayo (Noraja/Jornalist/ birth 15th May 1971),

BalaBaloch (Shahdadkot/Poet/ birth 15th May 1972),

DEATH DATES:

15thMAY

Syed Rakhyal Shah (Fatehpur/Saint Poet/ death 15th May 1940),

GhamdilFaqir (NabiBuxWagan/Saint Poet/ death 15th May 1972)

, Pir Ali Muhammad ‘Azhar’ Relai (Poet/ death 15th May 1982),

Muhammad MuharamBaloch (Larkano/Journalist/ death 15th May 1982).

EVENT DATES:

15th May

1906: A Box of the cordile is exploded in the polygon building of the Hyderabad Fort, and sets it on fire. At 8.30 a terrific explosion shook the town and at the same time tons of bricks and stone are hurled in all direction, killing eight persons on the spot and wounding a large number.

1919: Nawab Qaisar Khan Magsi of Larkana offers his support to the Government that was facing some trouble given by Afghanistan. He announces to put services of 50 people at the disposal of the Government and those will fight agaist Afghanistan on behalf of Britsh Government.

1920: The Viceroy of the India in Notification No 3042 express his sympathy with Indian Muslim and declares that though, due to natur of terms of treaty with Trukey, Indian Muslims will be hurt to extend but, he is confidient that Indian Muslims will prove their loyalty with Crown and will not be irritated with terms.

!931: A meeting of Religious Muslim Scolars is held at Badin and the branch of Jamiat-ul-Ulema, Sindh is opened with following as its founder office-bearers: Moulana Ghulam Ali (President), Moulana Abdul Wahab (Vice President), Moulana Ahmad Malah (Sectertary) and Haji Abdullah (Treasurer).

1946: A public meeting is organized by the local branch of the Muslim National Party at Jacobabad, Ali Muhammad Makrani, Vice President of the party presiding. Speeches on lives and achievements of Aslam Achakzai and Allah Bux Soomro are made and resolution on Hindu-Muslim unity and Freedom Movement are adopted. Muhammad Amin Khoso, Agha Muhammad Shafi, Muhammad Momin Kalim, Choithram Dembha, Pesumal and Kodomal also spoke on the occasion.

1948: Special Tribunal consisting of Justice A.Rashid and Justice Shahabuddin is constituted for trial of Muhammad Ayub Khuhro, Ex-Chief Minister of Sindh.

1951: Tribunal comprising of Justice Abdul Rahman, Justice Aminuddin & Justice Muhammad Sharif is constituted to hear Rawalpindi Conspiracy case.

1953: Sindh Assembly supports Qazi Fazulullah to form Sindh Government.

1955: Home Minister Major General Iskandar Mirza holds talks with his Indian counterpart .

!956: Government is not bound to accept recommendation of Pakistan Muslim League on the political crisis in West Pakistan, says Prime Minter Muhammad Ali.

1971: Uprising has been defeated for ever. However, some events of creating law and order are some times reported, says General Tikka, Governor of East Pakistan.

1977: Acting President of PNA, Pir Pagaro is house arrested for three days.

Sindh History (14th May)

 

SINDH IN HISTORY TODAY (14th MAY)

14th May

BIRTH DATES

1. Narain Wadhwani (Nagpur/Writer & Artist/ birth 14th May 1952),

2. Dr.Abdul MajeedChhto (Shahdasdpur/Social worker/ birth 14th May 1955),

3. Fidai Solangi (Poet/ birth 14th May 1957),

4. Mukhtyar Hussain ‘Naz; (Poet/ birth 14th May 1962),

5. Niaz Vighio (Rahim Jokhio/Writer/ birth 14th May 1969),

6. ‘Dukhayal’ Zamir Solangi (Var/Poet/ birth 14th May 1979)

14th May

DEATH DATES

1. Khan Bahadur Allah BuxSoomro (Ex-Premier of Sindh/1 death 14th May 943),

2. Faiz Bakhshapuri (Poet/ death 12th May 1992 death 14th May)

14th May

EVENTS

1832: Colonel Pottenger has concluded treaties with Talpur Rulers of Hyderabad and Khairpur and today he sends original signed copies of those treaties to his Government.

1914: A big religious function is held in the Memon Masjid of Gadi Khata of Karachi with Moulvi Abdul Karim Dars in Chair. It is organized by ‘Anjuman Guldastai Ghous”.

1944: The metting of the Sindh Muslim league is held in Karachi District Local Board Hall to elect new office-bearers. G.M.Syed is elected as President un opposed. Whereas Ghulam Hyder Shah becomes General Secretary as Yousif Haroon withdraw in his favour on the advice of G.M.Syed.

1948: Khan Abdul Samad Khan is arrested.

1950: Resentment prevails in political circles of Sindh on the unending influx of migrants from India.

1951: Balochistan is attacked by Afghanistan. Pakistan lodges protest.

1952: Saadat Hussain Manto is released on bail.

1955: Various issues including Kashmir is discussed between Prime Ministers of Pakistan and India , in the meeting held in New Delhi.

1965: Sukkur Power Station starts functioning.

1971: Lt.General A.A.K.Niazi, Major General B.M.Mustafa,Major General Ch.Nisar Ahmad and Major General Khadim Hussain are appointed as Zonal Martial Law Administrators for Zone B, D,E & F respectively.

1977: Curfew is imposed in Multan. Joint session of the Parliament express confidence in Z.A.Bhutto.

Sindh History (13th May)

 

SINDH IN HISTORY TODAY (13th MAY)

Research By. Dr. Dur Muhammad Pathan

13thMAY

BIRTH DATES

PirGhulamMujadidSarhandi (Freedom Fighter/ birth 13th May 1883),

Abdul Fatah ‘Abd’ (Aaqil/Poet & Journalist/ birth 13th May 1907),

NawabBahawal Khan Laghari (tajpur/Poet/ birth 13th May 1921),

SushilaLalwani (Hyderabad >Mombai/writer/ birth 13th May 1923),

ArdoUtradhi (Kandhkot/Writer/ birth 13th May 1949),

ShabanKhokhar (FaizKhokhar/Folklore Poet/ birth 13th May 1950)

, Rab Nawaz Burdi (Bagul Khan/Writer/ birth 13th May 1969),

Syed RushdullahAmroti (Religious Scholar/ birth 13th May 1978).

13thMAY

DEATH DATES

KalachandKalyan (Hyderabad/Singer & Social worker/ death 13th May 1911)

,MoulanaGhulamRasoolAbbasi (Larkano/Religious Scholar/ death 13th May 1970)

EVENT DATES:

13th May

1843: Mir Muhammad Nasir Khan writes to Governor-General that he , in 1838,helped Sir John Keane, in purchase of provision at Sabzalkot and Rs.8000 are still outstanging. That amount be paid to me. The letter starts with words:”MAY Nawab Governor Sahib Bahadoor, the august and elevated, the possessor of promp and grandur, the selected of the world, the phoenix of the age, be preserved.”

1856: “Sind Kossid’, periodical of Karachi, edited by Briggs, in course of its editorial protest against the reluctance of Bombay Government to connect Karachi with Aden and Syez by Steam communication. It pleads that Steam communication would benefit the whole of North- Western India, including the Punjab.

1949: Prime Minister of India refutes allegation that his country is intereferieng and indulging in NWFP affairs.

1950: Jodhpur-Sindh border is closed to block undue influx of people from India.

1953: Death sentence awarded to Moulana Moudoodi and Moulana Niazi is converted into imprisonment of 14 years, Punjab C.M.L.A issues orders.

1958: Government takes administrative steps and asks the Settlement Commissioner to provide help to Muhajreen, either it is be given in cash and kind, or morally in resolving their settlement problem without any delay.

1966: The Dhaka High Court asks the East Pakistan Government to clarify and justify its position on the arrest of Shaikh Mujeeb-u-Rahman and other Awami League leaders.

1971: It is announced that 147 anti-state and terrorists are killed in East Pakistan.

1974: Resolving the the Kashmir issue issue can only bring peace and progress in the region, says Z.A.Bhutto, Prime Minister of Pakistan during his address in the Great Peoples’ Hall in Peking.

1975: Pir Pagaro disassociate himself and his party from PNA

1977: No question of resigning as Prime Minister on the wish of a few opposition leaders, however, referendum can hold to get the decision of the people, says Z.A.Bhutto, Prime Minister of Pakistan.

1990: The Senate of Pakistan passes enforecement of Shaiat Bill, that became very disputed since its introduction in the National Assembly.

1992: Detained MNA Asif Ali Zardari is brought to Islamabad to attend National Assembly session.

Sindh History (12th May)

 

SINDH IN HISTORY TODAY (12th MAY)

12th May

BIRTH DATES

1. Mir Sobdar Khan Talpur (Sindh Ruler/ birth 12th May 1801),

2. Mirza Dost Muhammad Beg 'Dost' (Hyderabad/Poet/ birth 12th May 1862),

3. GulHassan 'Bekas' (Badah/Poet/ birth 12th May 1928),

4. Balkirshan ' Sartaj' (Mithi - Jaipur/Poet/ birth 12th May 1932),

5. Naina Asudwani (Ajmir/Actress/ birth 12th May 1955),

6. Baldev Ghanshyani (Writer/ birth 12th May 1958 ),

7. Qaimuddin Sahto (Folklore Poet/ birth 12th May 1960),

8. Ghukam Shabir Solangi (Ramzan Solangi/Writer/ birth 12th May 1962),

9. Gouri Valbh (Mithi/Writress/ birth 12th May 1967),

10. Ayaz Bhutto (Mubarakpur/Writer/ birth 12th May 1985).

12th May

DEATH DATES

1. Mir Fatah Ali Talpur (Sindh Ruler/ death 12th May 1801),

2. Khuda Bux 'Khadim' (Mehar/Poet/ death 12th May 1962),

3. Faqir Sirat Ali Korai(Poet/ death 12th May 1972),

4. Afzal Kazi (Dodo Sonhri/Poet/ death 12th May 1990),

5. Ahsan Gopang (Student leader/ death 12th May 1991),

6. Zaib Aqli (Poet/ death 12th May 1991)

12th May

EVENTS

1843: The Sindh Governor recommends the case of Mecleod for his appointment as the Collector of Customs with salary of Rs.800 per month and the case is approved by the Govt of India. There is a road in Karachi, after this man.

1920: The Central Khilafat Committee presents Memorandum to the Viceroy of India in Simila. It is also signed by Khilafat leaders from Sindh such as Seth Haji Abdullah Haroon, Moulana Taj Mahmood Amroti, Munshi Aminuddin, Asadullah Shah, Dr. M.A.Ahmad, Moulana Muhammad Sadiq of Khada, Shaikh Abdul Majeed, Muhammad Khan, Jan Muhammad Junijo, Moulana Abdul Ghafoor Jacobabadi, Abdul Kaliq Morai, Pir Rashidullah Shah and others.

1929: Shaikh Abdul Majeed Sindhi forms "Sindh Muslim Voters Association" so as awareness can be created to vote and elect true, sincere and dedicated candidates in election.

1935: Indian State and Broadcasting Service, Mombai, already broadcasting Sindhi Programs, to broadcasted Sindhi Classical songs sung by Vishni Jagtiyani.

1948: Shaikh Karamat Ali, Education Minister for the Govt of West Punjab is found traveling without Ticket in Karachi Mail.The train was checked by Special team at Khaniwal Railway Station.

1949:" We do not believe in any ISM,my Govt is working for creating FREE SOCIETY", says Liaqut Ali Khan, Prime Minister of Pakistan. His speech is broadcasted from Cairo Radio Station.

1951: The opening of Karachi University is announced.

1957: Moulana Bhashani announces to observe Protest Week against Price- hike in the country.

1960: “We are bound morally to satisfy USSR. The investigation is being conducted to see that either USA aircraft used Peshawar Base to attack Russian Jet", says Z.A.Bhutto,the Federal Minister.

1970: The National Assembly adopts bill abolishing Sardari System in the Pakistan.

Sindh History (11th May)

 

SINDH IN HISTORY TODAY.

11th MAY.

11th May BIRTH DATES.

1. Mustafa Qureshi (hyderabad/Artist/ birth 11th May 1937),

2. Devi Nagrani (Poetess/ birth 11th May 1941),

3. Dr .Abid Laghari (Tajpur/Poet & Scholar birth 11th May /1944),

4. Hydera Ali Talpur (Hyderabad/Politician/ birth 11th May 1944),

5. Fahim Shunas Kazmi (Poet/ birth 11th May 1965).

11th May

DEATH DATES

1. Mir Shahdad Khan Talpur (Ruler/ death 11th May 1867),

2. Ranjeet Wasvani (Banguldero>Ajmir/Saint/ death 11th May 1960)

3. Sher Muhammad Marri (Baloch leader known as General Sherov/ death 11th May 1993).

11th May

EVENTS

1843: Mir Yar Muhammad Khan writes to the Governor-General of India requesting him to release him with permission to return back to Sindh as he was innocent and was not engaged in any activity against British.

1948: The construction work on federal offices and residential quarters starts in Karachi.

1953: Martial Law court announces Death penalty for Moulana Moudoodi and Moulana Abdul Sattar Niazi for heading anti-Qadyani Movement and creating law and order situation more critical in Punjab.

1954: Agha Ghulam Nabi Khan, Ex-Sindh Minister is disqualified for three years.

1962: U.S Government agrees to provide Pakistan loan of 45 million for the purpose for purchase of industrial items from U.S.A. Perhaps our Sindh province has not still given birth to conduct research on the loan and its province-wise utilization.

1964: Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Z.A.Bhutto meets UNO Secretary-General and apprise him of the outstanding Indo-Pak disputes.

1973: Nine opposition leaders belonging to UDF (United Democratic Front) are arrested.

1975: It is the first time in the history of Sindhi literature that ban is imposed on 36 books and periodicals of Sindhi language under Press and Publication Ordinance. It is amazing to note that it includes Child Literature also. This drastic action is taken by PPP Government.

1977: The National Assembly adopts a bill declaring Friday the weekly holiday.

1991: The IJI Government presents the amended Shariat Bill in National Assembly. The opposition including PDA, JUI and ANP reject bill in toto.

Sindh History (10th May)

 

SINDH IN HISTORY TODAY (10th MAY) 10th May BIRTH DATES 1. Murad Ali ‘Kazim’ (Poet/ birth 10th May 1901), 2. SitaSamtani (Hyderabad >Mumbai/Writer/ birth 10th May 1914), 3. NazirHussainHyderi (Badin/Journalist & Political Activist/ birth 10th May 1914), 4. ‘Piyasi’ Ranjho Khan (Poet/ birth 10th May 1916), 5. Moulvi Muhammad Ali Panhwar (Rahoja/Religious Scholar/ birth 10th May 1924), 6. Allah Nawaz ‘Nawaz’ Ruknai (PuranoRukun/Poet/ birth 10th May 1930), 7. B.C.Motani (ThorhoKhair Muhammad >Ajmir/Social worker/ birth 10th May 1931), 8. Lal ‘Mujrim’ (Karachi >Mombai/Poet & Singer/ birth 10th May 1932), 9. GhulamHussan ‘Mushtaq’ Sacharvi (Sacharo/Poet & Journalist/ birth 10th May 1937), 10. Dr.Shahnawaz Sodhar (ThanoSodhar/Scholar/ birth 10th May 1940), 11. Anwar Jokhio (Writer/ birth 10th May 1941), 12. Irshad Ahmad Thahim (Shikarpur/Journalist/ birth 10th May 1943), 13. Dr.Abdul Razaq Soomro (KhairpurJoso/Scholar/ birth 10th May 1949), 14. Mushtaq Soomro (Jamshoro/Writer/ birth 10th May 1952), 15. Deepak Rohat Chand (Ahmadabad/Poet & Artist/ birth 10th May 1954), 16. Deepo Keswani (Writer/ birth 10th May 1961), 17. Qurban Ali Bughio (Khairpur Nathan Shah/Journalist/ birth 10th May 1963), 18. Munawar Sultana Qureshi (Sehwan/Writer/ birth 10th May 1971), 19. Fida Hussan Malano (Gaji Khuhawar/Social worker/ birth 10th May 1971). 10th May DEATH DATES Boolchand Dayaram (Journalist/1923), Hafz Shah ‘Natiq’ (Poet/ death 10th May 1964) 10th May EVENTS 1948: After removing from Chief Minister Ship, Muhammad Ayub Khuhro is prohibited from leaving Pakistan and and drawing amount from Banks without prior permission of the Government. He was accused of creating problems in settling Muhajreen in Sindh. 1950: The Sindh Government has decided to shift Sindh University from Karachi to Hyderabad, says Agha Ghulam Nabi Khan Pathan, Education Minister. 1951: Government orders for arrest of Communist leaders and workers throughout Pakistan. 1952: International Muslim Conference held at Karachi advises Muslim countries to get rid of political and economic influence of U.S.A and U.K 1955: The Governor-General of Pakistan was very much right in dissolving the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan. His action was legal. The Federal Court gives its decision. 1958: Allama Mashrqi is arrested alongwith his close party men. 1960: If Peshawar is used as a base by U.S.A to attack or violate Russian air space, it will cost Pakistan very drastic results, USSR warns Pakistan. 1964: First ever Inter-continental hotel of Pakistan is inaugurated by the President Ayub in Karachi. 1973: Zulfqar Shah Jamot, Khalifo Aqil, Ghous Ali Shah and Pir Muhammad wassan and others are arrested.

Sindh History (9th May)

 

INDH IN HISTORY TODAY (9th May)

Research by Dr. Dur Muhammad Pathan

BIRTHS: 9thMAY

Allah Bachayo Samo (Writer/ birth 9th May 1912),

Bilo C. Rani (Hyderabad >Mumbai/Writer & Artist/ birth 9th May 1920 ),

Muhammad Shah Amroti (JUI leader/ birth 9th May 1929),

Chaman Sharma (Tando Adam > Ahmadabad/Writer/ birth 9th May 1936),

Razia Naz Bhatti (Writer/1948/ Haji Pirzado (Balhreji/Poet/ birth 9th May 1962)

DEATHS: 9thMAY

Shaikh Muhammad Abid Ansari (Sehwan/Religious Scholar/ death 9th May 1841),

Syed Hafiz Shah ‘Natiq’ (Tukhar/Poet/ death 9th May 1974)

,Hafiz Abdul Majeed Bhatti (Sukkur/Freedom Fighter & Journalist/ death 9th May 1975),

Qazi Saleem Akbar (Hyderabad/Journalist/ death 9th May 1967)

EVENTS: 9th May

1843: The Government of India approves administrative measures and actions taken by the Sindh Governor, Charles Napier. He is allowed to appoint six additional Collectors and start construction of bunglows in various districts at the cost of Rs.200 each for the use of the Collectors and Dy. Collectors.

1857: The Bombay Government intends to start postal service between Karachi and Bombay via Bhooj and asks Sindh Commissioner to offer his comments and feedback.

1884: At a meeting of the ‘Sindh Sabha’, a proposal is made by Wali Muhammad Hassan Ali that the municipal electorate should be formed into communal wards so as to provide for separate electorates for Muslims and Hindus. This proposal is strongly opposed by Deyaram Jethmal and such type of differences paved way to divide Sindh into Hindu- Muslim camps.

1920: Jacobabad witnesses a big political event today when the largely attended public meeting is held by the District Khilafat Committee.

1931: ‘The Punjab-,Sindh & Frontier Hindu Conference’ is held in D.A.V. College Hall Lahore under the presidency of Bhai Parmanand . The Conference adopts resolution against the separation of Sindh from Bombay Presidency. This resolution is moved by Prof. Chablani and supported by one Sindhi and another Punjabi Hindus.

1933: ‘The latest action of Mahatma Gandhi in suspending Civil disobedience is a confession of failure’ Subahsh Bose and Patel say in a joint statement. The statement proceeds: ‘ We are clearly of opinion that Gandhi as a political leader has failed’.

1958: The Pakistan Republican Party Chief, Dr. Khan Sahib is assassinated in Lahore. Alleged assassian Atta Muhammad is arrested.

1963: The External Affairs Minister Z.A.Bhutto opposes partition of the Kashmir valley or its joint control by India and Pakistan.

1982: Political curbs to be lifted if the number of political parties is reduced, says Zia.

1988: Thirty-one are killed and 120 injured in sporadic clashes in Karachi. Curfew is imposed in affected areas.