Book launch programme by Lekhak Forum
The author (2-L) with discussants at the book launch.Photo: STAR
Lekhak Forum, a Dinajpur based platform for Bangladeshi writers, recently launched a book titled, “Madhyaprachyer Dinlipi”. This is the seventh book written by Anwara Azad.
The programme held at Dinajpur Press Club Auditorium included a review of Anwara's books.
Advocate M. Abdur Rahim, a renowned politician and former member of the parliament, was the chief guest. Md. Motiur Rahman, president of Bangladesh Journalists' Union and editor of "Daily Uttar Bangla," a local daily; and Md. Golam Nabi Dulal, general secretary of Dinajpur Press Club, were special guests at the event.
Md. Shajahan Shah, prominent cultural personality and general secretary of Naborupi (a Dinajpur based cultural organisation), was the main speaker at the programme. Poet Md. Mahmud Akhter, president of Lekhak Forum, presided over the event.
Books written by Anwara Azad include "Nona Joler Roud," "Ajker Labonno," "Ghum," "Phirey Ashi Jodi" and others.
Among others, Professor Gonesh Soren, principal of Dinajpur Sangeet College and Md. Aftab Alam, former principal of Dinajpur Adarsha College spoke at the programme. The discussants termed literature as one of key elements, which help develop an aware and enlightened society. Several speakers evaluated Anwara's books as reflections of the society. The event wrapped up with a cultural programme.
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