Three Tragic Voices of Urdu Poetry: Shakeb Jalali, Mustafa Zaidi, and Sara Shagufta Introduction Urdu literature has produced some of the most sensitive and powerful poetic voices in South Asia. Among these, three poets stand out not only for their remarkable work but also for the tragic way their lives ended. Shakeb Jalali, Mustafa Zaidi, and Sara Shagufta each brought a unique style and perspective to Urdu poetry, but all three died by suicide, leaving behind a legacy of unfulfilled potential and haunting verse. Shakeb Jalali (1934–1966) Shakeb Jalali, born Syed Hassan Rizvi, was a deeply introspective poet whose work explored themes of alienation, pain, and the search for identity. Despite his limited output, his ghazals and nazms resonated with an intensity rarely seen in Urdu poetry. On 12 November 1966, at the age of 32, Jalali committed suicide by throwing himself in front of a train near Sargodha. His poetry, full of raw emotion, has since become symbolic of the stru...
The inefficiency and backlog of cases in Pakistan's judicial system further contribute to its collapse. The courts are overwhelmed with cases, leading to prolonged delays in hearings and verdicts. This inefficiency discourages people from seeking legal recourse and undermines the principle of timely justice. The combination of these factors—corruption, political interference, and inefficiency—creates a vicious cycle that hampers the judiciary's ability to uphold justice and the rule of law. Historically, the judiciary in Pakistan has struggled with issues of corruption, inefficiency, and political interference. These problems have undermined public trust in the legal system, as citizens often find it difficult to secure timely and fair justice. Corruption within the judiciary, where bribes and favoritism can influence decisions, further exacerbates the situation, creating an environment where the rule of law is compromised, and justice is not evenly administered. To restore...