The
Embassy of Pakistan to France organized a special evening to mark the birth
anniversary of Allama Iqbal. Renowned Pakistani poet and writer Mr. Amjad Islam
Amjad presided over the evening, while famous poet Mr. Khalid Masood also
attended the event as a special guest, says a press release received here today
from Paris.
The function which was held in the
Embassy’s premise in Paris yesterday was attended by poets, writers and
notables of the Pakistani community and media persons in large number.
The Ambassador of Pakistan to France
Moin ul Haque speaking on the occasion paid tribute to Allama Iqbal for his
vision for a separate homeland for the Muslims of the subcontinent, which
become a reality with the creation of Pakistan.
He said that while
celebrating the birth anniversary of this great poet and philosopher, it is
important to study deeper about his philosophy of life, about individual
responsibility and communal harmony.
While sharing his thought with the
community, Mr. Amjad Islam Amjad said that commemoration of Iqbal’s birth
anniversary was indeed a good occasion to recall his message of peace,
self-reflection and self-renewal. He exhorted the youth of the country to read
the words of Iqbal to understand his message in order to contribute towards
nation building as a responsible citizen.
Earlier,
Mr. Ayaz Mehmood General Secretary of Bazm-Ahle Sukhn introduced Mr. Amjad
Islam Amjad and Mr. Khalid Masood and thanked them for commemorating the Iqbal
Day with the Pakistani community of France.
Pakistani poets residing in France
also recited their poems relevant to the occasion.
