Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 22: Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) today organized a one-day seminar on life and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, here at KL Saigal Hall.
The Seminar was inaugurated by lighting of traditional lamp by the dignitaries. The inaugural session of the Seminar was presided over by Khalid Hussaun while eminent Punjabi writer Ajeet Singh Mastana presented the keynote address on “Life and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji”.
JP Singh (former IGP J&K) shared the presidium with Popinder Singh Paras (Editor Punjabi, JKAACL). Special number of ‘Sada Sahit Punjabi’ and latest Sheeraza publications of JKAACL were also released on the occasion by the dignitaries. The exhibition of JKAACL publications was also displayed on the occasion.
At the outset, Dr Shahnawaz (Editor Cum Cultural Officer, JKAACL) presented welcome addres. In his presidential addresss, Khalid Hussain said that the teachings of Guru Nanak ji are the message of peace and harmony and we all should follow them while JP Singh in his address said that the teachings and philosophy of Guru Nanak Dev are still relevant and applicable.
The inaugural session was conducted by Popinder Singh Paras. After the inaugural session, Dr Pritam Singh and Dr Jasbir Sama presented papers on “Life and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji in different shades. The session was presided over by Dr Jitender Udhampuri while Dr Arvinder Singh Amn (former additional secretary, JKAACL) was guest of honour.
The paper reading session was followed by Kavi Darbar in which many poets presented their poetry. This session was presided over by renowned poet Dr Baljeet Raina and Harjit Singh Uppal.
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