A Punjab Mehfil-e-mushaira in connection with Punjab Culture Day was organized by Punjab Arts Council (PAC) on Friday.
The mushaira was presided over by prominent poet AnjumSalimi, while Nasir Ali Nasir performed the duties of host. Director Arts Council Muhammad Shakur participated in the program as a special guest.
Speaking on the occasion, Muhammad Shakur said that the roots of Punjab’s culture were rooted in history. Punjabis living all over the world have a unique identity everywhere. He said the province of Punjab was a mirror of the best culture.
He said that highlighting cultural values was actually a practical demonstration of love for one’s culture. By organizing the Punjab LokMela, the cultural heritage of Punjab will be promoted where the audience will see the colors of Punjabi culture, he added.
The Director Arts Council said, “I hope that this culture will prove to be an important step of the Punjab government in bringing to light the cultural heritage of province among the people.”
More than two dozen poets received applause after listening to their speech. The participants appreciated the decision taken by the Punjab government on the cultural day and urged to take more steps for the promotion of Punjabi language.
