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Mehfil-e-Sukhan celebrates Urdu poetry

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Our Correspondent October 12, 2025 Less than a minute read

ISLAMABAD:

A vibrant event titled 'Mehfil-e-Sukhan' celebrated the timeless art of Urdu poetry in the federal capital, bringing together some of Pakistan's most distinguished poets and poetry enthusiasts.

The event was organised by Serena Hotels under the banner of its Cultural Diplomacy Initiative.

It paid tribute to the beauty and emotional depth of Urdu literature, underscoring how poetry connects people and unites hearts beyond all boundaries.

The mehfil featured an impressive lineup of acclaimed poets, including Anwar Masood, Kishwar Naheed, Iftikhar Arif, Anwar Shaoor, Abbas Tabish, Nusrat Siddiqui, Fazil Jameeli, Shakeel Jazib, Akbar Nasir, Ashfaq Nasir, Saima Aftab, Rehman Faris, Komal Joeya, and Sabbah Uddin, whose verses filled the evening with reflection and emotion.

Through Mehfil-e-Sukhan, Serena Hotels reaffirmed its commitment to preserving and promoting Pakistan's rich literary and cultural traditions.

The gathering highlighted the enduring relevance of poetry and the way artistic expression continues to bridge cultures and generations.

The event aimed to preserve Pakistan's literary and cultural heritage through poetry and artistic exchange.

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