Lok Virsa honours Hani Baloch

She was recognised for Radio Pakistan and performing with other famous singers

National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage. PHOTO: FILE

National institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) dedicates its boardroom to legendary Baloch female folk artist Hani Baloch, said a statement on Monday. Born in Balochistan in 1915, Hani Baloch was known for singing Ladok, Nazok and devotional songs in weddings and important celebrations. It was in 1955 that she joined Radio Pakistan and earned mainstream recognition by performing with other famous singers of the time.


Published in The Express Tribune, January 16th, 2018.
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