Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 1: Glowing tribute were paid to Amar Shaheed Sarwanand Koul Premi on his 34th Martyrdom Day at a function organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) at K L Saigal Hall, Writer’s Club here, today.
Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, was the chief guest on the occasion. Principal Secretary Culture, Suresh Kumar Gupta, Secretary JKAACL, Sanjeev Rana and former VC Central University Allahabad, Dr Rattan Lal Hangloo were also on the dais as special guests.
During his address, the Chief Secretary emphasized the importance of honoring the legacy of Premi by following his path in true spirit. He highlighted the significance of recognizing and celebrating the contribution of artists and poets towards preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the region.
The session commenced with address by Rajinder Premi followed by Principal Secretary Culture, Suresh Kumar Gupta and Secretary JKAACL, Sanjeev Rana, who offered high tribute to the literary legend, Amar Shaheed Sarwanand Koul Premi.
Rajinder Premi demanded that the literature in exile highlighting the pangs of migration be preserved. He also demanded enhancement of relief and making all migrants from Valley putting up in different parts of country entitled to Ayushman Card.
The event witnessed presence of distinguished personalities and enthusiasts who celebrated the profound contribution of late poet to the cultural tapestry of the region.
The session culminated with vote of thanks by Rajinder Premi. Premi who wielded much influence in the area along with his son, Virender Koul were martyred by terrorists on this day in 1990 after kidnapping them from their Soaf Shali residence in Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district to terrorise the minority Hindus of the area.
Following the inaugural session, another captivating paper reading session followed, featuring insightful presentations by the eminent scholars.
Professor P N Trisal delved into a comparative analysis of Sarwanand’s translation of Bhagwat Gita alongside other translators while Vinod Kumar Pandita presented a poignant paper titled ‘Sarwanand Koul Premi: A Poet of Love and Harmony’, and R L Jowhar shared ‘views of different scholars, critics and writers about Premi’ in Kashmiri.
Professor Rattan Lal Hangloo, former VC of Allahabad University, shed light on the literary accomplishments of Sarwanand Koul Premi.
Professor Rattan Lal Shant presided over the session while Arwind Karwani, Commissioner Relief and Rehabilitation, graced the event as chief guest.
The poetry session featured esteemed poets including B N Betab, P N Shad, A K Naaz, Santosh Shah Nadaan, J K Bezaan, Ashok Gowhar, B N Abhilash, Dolly Tickoo, Moti Lal Masroof, Tej Sagar, Dildar Mohan, Rajinder Agosh, Vijay Wali and Kusum Dhar, who mesmerized the audience with their poignant verses.
A musical tribute to the poetry of Amar Shaheed Sarwanand Koul Premi captivated the audience.
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