Handwara, Oct 25: Two books authored by renowned writer and former Director General of Planning and Development, Jammu and Kashmir, Ghulam Ahmad Qureshi were unveiled during a literary programmeorganised by Mehbooba-ul-Aalam Literary Society, RajwarHandwara in collaboration with Cultural Trust Kupwara at Monarch Secondary School Handwara.
The programme brought together prominent writers, intellectuals, educationists and media representatives to celebrate Kashmir’s rich literary traditions and highlight the importance of preserving its religious, spiritual and cultural heritage.
The two books, focusing on Islam, Sufism and Kashmir’s religious and cultural traditions, reflect Qureshi’s scholarly engagement with the historical and spiritual dimensions of the region.
Their unveiling provided an opportunity to highlight the significance of literary works in documenting Kashmir’s intellectual legacy and passing its cultural traditions on to future generations.
Several distinguished personalities attended the programme, including Sharif-ud-Din Shariq, former Member of Parliament; RafiqMasoodi, former Director of Doordarshan; Abdul HafeezMasoodi, Secretary, Information Technology; and Professor Shad Ramzan.
The event was also attended by guests of honour, including GhulamNabiVar, GhulamRasoolBanday, educationist Mir Fayaz, FareedMizrab, and other dignitaries.
The gathering provided a platform for literary interaction and intellectual exchange with participants emphasising the importance of encouraging reading, writing and scholarly engagement among younger generations.
The organisers stressed that literary programmes play an important role in promoting emerging writers, strengthening cultural awareness and preserving Kashmir’s distinctive literary identity.
They also underscored the need for continued efforts to keep the region’s literary and intellectual traditions alive.
The programme concluded with a renewed emphasis on promoting literary activities and safeguarding Kashmir’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage.
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