Mir Khalil-ur-Rahman, the founder of Daily Jang, was an exceptional leader, an eloquent journalist, and an inspiring human being. His remarkable personality left a lasting impression on everyone, from senior journalists to budding writers.
Arif Haque Arif, associated with Jang for 58 years, shares that in the early days, Mir Sahib handled every responsibility personally, from cleaning the office to writing editorials and even taking photographs. As a remarkable reporter, he consistently sought groundbreaking stories.
Shabbir Ahmed Siddiqui, former Controller News of Radio Pakistan, recalls Mir Sahib’s exceptional conversational skills and ability to steer any discussion masterfully. During Jang’s formative years, Mir Sahib introduced new dimensions to journalism, such as press releases and interpretative reporting.
Dr. Tauseef highlights Mir Sahib’s efforts to modernize Jang with advanced printing technologies, color printing, and the introduction of “Noori Nastaliq” font in the 1980s, revolutionizing Urdu journalism.
Jang not only highlighted public issues but also catered to diverse ideological perspectives. Notable achievements include its reporting during the 1965 presidential elections, where it symbolically portrayed Fatima Jinnah’s election campaign, resonating with public sentiment.
In the digital era, the challenges for print journalism have increased. However, Mir Sahib’s principled journalism and Jang’s contributions remain a guiding light for the future of media.
