'Adabi Rabtay' shines at NBF event

Literary critic Hameed Shahid graces event as chief guest


APP May 28, 2025

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ISLAMABAD:

National Book Foundation (NBF), under the auspices of the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MoFE&PT), successfully hosted the third instalment of literary event 'Adabi Rabtay' at its esteemed Ahmed Faraz Auditorium on Tuesday.

The event was graced by the presence of Muhammad Hameed Shahid, a distinguished intellectual, acclaimed fiction writer, and respected literary critic, as the chief guest.

Guests of honour included celebrated poet, writer, humourist, and sketch writer Salman Basit, renowned poet Abdul Qadir Taban, prominent poetess, writer, and humourist from the younger generation Dr Fakhira Noreen, and emerging writer Bushra Ayub Khan, said a press release on Tuesday.

The event was hosted by Nazia Rehman. The opening remarks were delivered by the Secretary NBF, Murad Ali Mohmand. Managing Director of the NBF, Dr Kamran Jahangir, expressed gratitude to the chief guest, guests of honour, and the participants of the event. He also shared details about the NBF's current and upcoming projects.

Abdul Qadir Taban recited two splendid ghazals and also presented his poetry in melody, receiving great appreciation and setting a captivating atmosphere in the gathering. Dr Fakhira Noreen presented three poems that were highly praised for their significant themes.

The second part of the programme featured a wonderful musical session, where Salman Adil and Qamar Babar mesmerized the audience with their musical talent.

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