ISLAMABAD
\nFormer President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan\u2019s former Ambassador to the United States and China, Sardar Masood Khan, has urged the younger generation to avoid despair and play an active role in making Pakistan stronger, more prosperous and developed through hard work, determination and a spirit of national service.
\nHe expressed these views while addressing the launch ceremony of Masnavi Peer Changi, the final literary work of the late renowned journalist, scholar and diplomat Hassan Akhtar Gardezi.
\nThe ceremony, presided over by Sardar Masood Khan, was hosted by Zafar Bakhtawari, Chairman of the Pakistan Cultural Forum and Secretary General of the United Business Group (UBG). Professor Dr. Saleem Mazhar, Director General of Idara Farogh-e-Qaumi Zaban, attended as the Chief Guest.
\nAfzal Butt, President of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ); Dr. Ijaz Shafi Gilani; and other distinguished guests also attended the ceremony.
\nIn his presidential address, Sardar Masood Khan said that Masnavi Peer Changi reflects Hassan Akhtar Gardezi\u2019s spiritual thought, deep attachment to Islam and Pakistan, and unwavering commitment to national values.
\nHe said the book portrays the late author\u2019s life, struggle and intellectual journey, while highlighting his strong devotion to Islam, Pakistan and national ideals. He added that the book\u2019s unique narrative style makes it a distinguished literary work and conveys an important message of hope, perseverance and nation-building.
\nChief Guest Professor Dr. Saleem Mazhar said that Masnavi Peer Changi represents the essence of Akhtar Gardezi\u2019s lifelong experience, intellectual insight and literary excellence. He said the book would serve as a valuable literary asset and source of inspiration for future generations.
\nHe also appreciated the efforts of the Pakistan Cultural Forum for the promotion of literature, culture and the arts.
\nZafar Bakhtawari said that the Pakistan Cultural Forum aims to preserve Pakistan\u2019s national heritage, language, literature, history and cultural identity; highlight the contributions of writers and national personalities to the younger generation; and promote reading, dialogue, tolerance and intellectual awareness in society.
\nPaying tribute to Akhtar Gardezi, Zafar Bakhtawari said that he was a courageous, principled and honest journalist who always stood for truth, gave priority to national dignity and upheld the highest standards of journalism.
\nHe urged young journalists to follow Akhtar Gardezi\u2019s example of integrity, professionalism and commitment to principles. He added that unity, harmony and collective efforts are essential for Pakistan\u2019s progress and prosperity.
\nAfzal Butt appreciated the efforts of Gardezi in making the publication of his late brother\u2019s final literary work possible. He said Akhtar Gardezi\u2019s writings would remain a valuable source of guidance for future generations, particularly in the areas of leadership, patriotism and public service.
\nJaved Gardezi paid tribute to his late brother and described him as an honest, dignified and patriotic person who demonstrated unwavering loyalty to Pakistan throughout his life.
\nGgrandson of the late author, thanked the participants and paid tribute to his grandfather\u2019s academic and literary contributions. On the occasion, he also recited a patriotic poem and prayed for the fulfilment of Allama Iqbal\u2019s vision of a strong, prosperous and developed Pakistan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD Former President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan\u2019s former Ambassador to the United States and China, Sardar Masood Khan, has urged the younger generation to avoid despair and play an active role in making Pakistan stronger, more prosperous and developed through hard work, determination and a spirit of national service. He expressed these […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":421647,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-560934","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-national"],"yoast_head":"\n