Staff Reporter
Dr. Yousuf Khushk, Chairman, Pakistan Academy of Letters (PAL), while briefing media persons about his recent visit to Balochistan, said it proved to be a highly productive visit as he happened to meet and listen to eminent writers, poets and men of letters there.
He also called on Governor of Balochistan Amanullah Yasinzai and Chief Secretary Balochistan Fazil.
The meeting discussed the literary landscape of Balochistan especially the projects of PAL. The Governor of Balochistan assured the PAL of all possible help for the promotion of literature and the welfare of the writers.
The Chairman of the PAL told the Chief Secretary Balochistan regarding the establishment of a Literary Museum on Languages and Literature and apprised him of the details of the project.
Dr. Yousuf Khushk sought the cooperation of the Government of Balochistan for the construction of an auditorium and a writer’s house for the Quetta office of the Provincial Branch of the PAL and for immediate obstacles in the construction of office.
Fazil Asghar appreciated the project and assured cooperation. Chief Secretary Balochistan assured all possible help. Branch Resident Director Afzal Murad was also present on the occasion. They both sides also discussed the holding of a Literary Festival in Balochistan and termed it as a welcome step for the promotion of literary activities in Balochistan.
The Chairman of the PAL said that he also visited the Balochi Academy, Brahui Academy and Pashto Academy.
