Naya Daur pays tribute to Bapsi Sidhwa, Pakistan’s leading writer in English. Thanks Beena Sarwar and Central Media Communications for this contribution. | Naya Daur Media

Remembering Bapsi Sidhwa: Renowned Pakistani English Novelist Passes Away in America | 365 News Bapsi Sidhwa, the acclaimed Pakistani writer known for her powerful contributions to English literature, has passed away in America. Her novels, celebrated for their insightful portrayal of Pakistani culture and history, earned her international recognition. Her legacy as a trailblazer for women writers in Pakistan will continue to inspire generations. #riseandshine #morningshow #365news #latestnews #

Bapsi Sidhwa (b. 1938) is a prolific Pakistani novelist of Gujarati-Parsi descent. Her acclaimed novel, Ice Candy Man (1988), depicts the events surrounding 1947 and has been adapted into Deepa Mehta’s 1998 film 1947: Earth. In her interview, she talks about her memories of mob attacks and communal riots as a child living in Lahore during the Partition. Official Radio Partner FM91 Pakistan #Pakistanat75 #FirstGeneration #BapsiSidhwa #Parsi #peopleshistory #citizensarchiveofpakistan #fm91 #oralhi