Hyderabad: The journalism community is in mourning following the passing of senior and well-known Urdu journalist M A Rahim, who died today after battling a long illness. His death has deeply affected journalists and media professionals who had long admired his work.
Throughout his career, M. A. Rahim Sahib remained actively associated with journalism and was widely considered a dependable and senior voice in the profession. Consequently, his demise is being described as a significant and lasting loss to Urdu journalism.
Last Rites Announced After M A Rahim Death
After the M. A. Rahim death, details of his funeral prayers were announced for Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The prayers will be offered after Zuhr at 1:15 PM at Jamia Masjid, AC Guards, located near Mahavir Hospital.
Meanwhile, fellow journalists have expressed sorrow, noting that his absence will be felt across the media landscape for years to come.