Parveen Atif
Parveen Atif | |
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پروین عاطف | |
| Born | Parveen Ghulam 18 April 1935 |
| Died | 23 December 2018 (aged 83) |
| Resting place | Lahore |
| Other names | Begum Parveen Atif |
| Education | Madrasa Al-Banat |
| Alma mater | University of the Punjab |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1950 – 2018 |
| Spouse | Manzoor Hussain Atif (husband) |
| Children | 4 |
| Parent | Ghulam Hussain (father) |
| Relatives | Musarrat Nazir (cousin) Ahmad Bashir (brother) Neelam Bashir (niece) Sumbul Shahid (niece) Bushra Ansari (niece) Asma Abbas (niece) Zara Noor Abbas (grand-niece) |
Parveen Atif (Urdu: روین عاطف; April 18, 1935 – November 23, 2018) was a prominent Pakistani Urdu fiction writer, short story writer, columnist, and a pioneer of women's field hockey in Pakistan.[1][2][3]
Early life and education
[edit]Parveen Atif was born in 1935 in Aymanabad, a town near Gujranwala, British India (now Pakistan).[1] She came from an educated and literary family.[1] Her father, Ghulam Hussain, held a master's degree in history and Persian, worked as a teacher, and was a poet.[1] Her mother had a keen interest in fine arts and literature.[1]
Her brother, Ahmad Bashir, became a renowned journalist and writer.[4] Parveen Atif was the maternal aunt of the famous actress and writer Bushra Ansari and the Urdu short story writer Neelam Bashir.[1]
Parveen Atif moved to Lahore with her brother Ahmad Bashir.[1] Parveen Atif moved to Lahore with her brother Ahmed Bashir and resumed her education at Madrasa Al-Banat.[1] She pursued her higher education at the University of the Punjab, where she completed a Master of Arts (MA) in Sociology.[1] During her time at university, she met Olympian and prominent hockey player Brigadier Manzoor Hussain Atif, whom she later married.[2] They had two sons, Dr. Gul Atif and Shan Atif, and two daughters, Zil Atif and Shikoh Atif.[5][6]
Career
[edit]Parveen Atif led a dual career, making significant contributions to both literature and sports administration.[7][2]
Parveen Atif was the story writer for the 2022 Pakistani film Khel. The screenplay was written by Sameel and it was directed by her son Zill-e-Atif, focuses on a social issue involving child trafficking and features young protagonists.[8]
Literary
[edit]Parveen Atif was primarily a fiction and short story writer, known for an individualistic style that blended traditional and modern narrative techniques.[1] She saw events and characters from her own distinct perspective, adding great color and appeal to her writing.[9][1] She also wrote a long-running column titled "Main Sach Kehongi" for a national newspaper.[1]
Her extensive travels as a sports administrator influenced her writing, leading her to write several travelogues in addition to fiction.[1]
Sports Administration
[edit]Parveen Atif is counted among the pioneers of women's field hockey in Pakistan.[10][2] She served as the first president of the Pakistan Hockey Federation's (PHF) Women's Wing for sixteen years, playing a crucial role in promoting the sport for women.[2]
During her tenure, she organized numerous domestic hockey events and facilitated the first international tours for the women's national team, hosting teams from Ireland, Malaysia, and China in Pakistan.[2] She also served as a member of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) and as the vice president of Asian Women's Hockey.[2][11]
Her husband, Brigadier Manzoor Hussain Atif, was a highly decorated Olympian and administrator who managed Pakistan's gold medal-winning teams at the 1968 and 1984 Olympics.[2]
Personal life
[edit]Parveen Atif married Brigadier Manzoor Hussain Atif.[5] The marriage was reportedly facilitated with the approval of her brother, Ahmad Bashir.[5] Together, they had two sons, Dr. Gul Atif and Shan Atif, and two daughters, Zil Atif and Shikoh Atif.[5]
Death
[edit]Parveen Atif died in November 23, 2018.[2][12]
Bibliography
[edit]Parveen has authored nearly 8 books, including short story collections, a novel, essays, and travelogues.[13]
- Main Meeli Piya Ujlay (Fiction)
- Subh-e-Kaazib (Fiction)
- Kiran Titli Aur Bigoolay
- Tapar Wasni
- Bol Meri Machli (Fiction)
- Ajab Ghari Ajab Afsana (Fiction)
- Ek Thi Shadi (Fiction)
- Sheesha Ghar (Afsanay - short stories)
- Shab Raftah
Legacy
[edit]Her services to Pakistani literature and her pioneering role in establishing women's hockey are widely acknowledged.[2] PHF Secretary Asif Bajwa stated that her services to the sport would always be remembered.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m "پروین عاطف کا تعارف". Rehka Foundation. December 12, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Mrs Parveen Atif is dead". The News International. November 24, 2018.
- ^ Pakistan: An Official Handbook. Department of Films & Publications, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of Pakistan. p. 240.
- ^ Reflections of Japan in Pakistani Eyes: An Anthology of Impressionistic Travel Writing about Japan by Pakistani Authors. Na'ay Ufaq Publications. p. 195.
- ^ a b c d "Remembering Brig Atif". Dawn News. January 24, 2009.
- ^ Enter Stage Left: A Memoir. Salima Hashmi with Maryam Hasan. p. 72.
- ^ "Uxi Mufti's book launched". Dawn. September 18, 2014.
- ^ "Khel: Pakistan's First Film For Teenagers Revolves Around Child Trafficking". Pakistani Cinema. March 12, 2022.
- ^ Link - Volume 24, Part 3. United India Periodicals. p. 39.
- ^ "The Tribune". Triubne India. February 25, 2005.
- ^ a b "پاکستان ویمن ہاکی کا بڑا نام 'پروین عاطف'". Jang News. April 13, 2021.
- ^ "منظور حسین عاطف کی اہلیہ افسانہ نگار پروین عاطف کا انتقال". Nawa-i-waqt. November 24, 2018.
- ^ Pakistan Year Book. East & West Publishing Company. p. 236.