LAHORE: (Friday, February 10, 2023): Punjab University Vice Chancellor Prof Niaz Ahmad Akhtar has expressed his sorrow and grief over the sad demise of former PU student, renowned writer, poet and intellectual Amjad Islam Amjad. In his message, the VC said that Amjad Islam Amjad made the name of Pakistan bright in the world and the services of late Amjad Islam Amjad would be remembered in the golden words in history. He said that the void created in Urdu literature with his death cannot be filled. He prayed the departed soul may rest in eternal peace and Almighty Allah may grant courage to the members of the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss. Amjad Islam Amjad holds an MA degree from Punjab University Oriental College and has been the editor of the university's magazine, Mehwar.