Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 27: A Gojri book titled ‘Adhritho Sach’ authored by Manzoor Ul Haq Kalaivi was released in an impressive function organized by the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL).
The book was released by Mohammad Aijaz Asad, Secretary Rural Development and Panchayati Raj.
DIG, CID Mohammad Irshad, SSP Railways Shalinder Singh, eminent writer Khalid Hussain, Secretary JKAACL Harvinder Kour and Dr Javaid Rahi, Divisional Head and Chief Editor, shared the presidium.
In his presidential address, Mohammad Aijaz Asad praised Adhritho Sach as a significant literary work that encapsulates tribal life stories, shedding light on the migratory culture, struggles of tribal women, and other socio-cultural challenges faced by the tribal community.
He commended the author for his efforts and appreciated JKAACL for organizing such purposeful literary events.
Welcoming the guests, Harvinder Kour emphasized the importance of the Gojri language in the Union Territory and highlighted JKAACL’s ongoing efforts for its promotion and preservation.
Mohammad Irshad lauded the linguistic richness of the book, describing it as a valuable treasure trove of Gojri vocabulary and noted that the book captures significant life experiences that now form an integral part of Gojri literature.
SSP Railways, Shalinder Singh spoke on the thematic depth of the book, which primarily revolves around issues of poverty, societal pressures and human emotions, reflecting the concerns of the author.
Dr Javaid Rahi highlighted that the primary objective of the event was to provide a platform for the Gojri language and to showcase the creativity of its writers.
The event was graced by Prof M K Waqar, Dr Shahnawaz, Maqsood Hussain, Shazia Chowdhary and Kalsoom Chowdhary.
The event was conducted by Naseem Akhter, Gojri writer.
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