At an evening organised by the Pakistan High Commission London and in collaboration with ISP Events, the participants said that art is not just a means of entertainment but a powerful tool for educating and raising awareness in society.
The evening was hosted by renowned artist and writer Meera Hashmi. The evening was not only a priceless gift for art and culture lovers but also an emotional journey for Faiz Sahib’s fans.
Renowned artist and writer Meera Hashmi beautifully hosted the dialogue, in which Professor Salima Hashmi highlighted the memorable moments spent with her father Faiz Ahmed Faiz and mother Alice Faiz, the ups and downs of her artistic journey and her valuable contributions to the development of Pakistani theatre and art.
Her words touched the hearts of the audience, especially when she shared her childhood memories of Faiz Sahib’s poetry and literary gatherings at home.
The event was attended by a large number of Pakistanis living in the UK, art lovers and Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s admirers. During the program, the audience got the opportunity to learn in depth from Professor Salima Hashmi about Faiz Sahib’s poetry, his family environment and the spread of Pakistani culture globally through questions.
At the end of the event, Acting High Commissioner Haseeb Bin Aziz thanked Professor Salima Hashmi and said that today’s gathering not only revives Faiz Sahib’s legacy but is also a wonderful opportunity to represent Pakistani culture globally.
He also appreciated the efforts of the ISP Events management, without whom this wonderful program would not have been possible.
On this occasion, the participants expressed their views that this gathering was not only a tribute to art, literature and culture, but also enlightened them with the beautiful memories of the past and the bright prospects of the future. This evening was not just a function but a living picture of the greatness of Pakistani culture, the spirit of Faiz Sahib’s poetry and the artistic heritage of a family, which gave the message to everyone that art is always alive
(thanks for jang)
