Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 17 : Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages released Prof. Neelofer Naz Nehvi's book "Khamosh Asmaan" which is collection of essays at a function held at its Seminar Hall here. The function was presided over by member State Accountability Commission, Justice Bashir Ahmad Kirmani (Rtd). Secretary Academy Dr. Aziz Hajini, Ghulam Khayal and Prof. Neelofar Naz Nehvi were also in the presidium. As part of the function, Dr. Mushtaq Haider and Dr. Fareeda Koul presented in-depth papers on Nehvi's book. Speaking on the occasion, Secretary Academy, Dr. Aziz Hajini said that he was glad to be part of events which aim at promoting language and literature. "Academy as an institution has to promote languages and literature and our endeavour is to provide platform to writers of various shades so that proper representation of state's rich and diverse culture could be ensured," Dr. Hajini said. In his presidential address, Justice Kirmani lauded the efforts of the writer in coming up with her collection of essays. He wished a bright future to the writer. Prominent writer, Ghulam Nabi Khayal also spoke on the occasion. |