Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Aug 26: Punjabi Lekhak Sabha (PLS), Jammu released quarterly Punjabi Magazine ‘Aabroo’, edited by Dr Baljit Singh Raina, a well known Punjabi and Hindi writer of the State.
A function in this connection was organized at KL Saigal Hall, Cultural Academy, Canal Road here today. Charanjit Singh Khalsa, MLC was the chief guest and Rangil Singh, former Minister presided over the function.
President, Punjabi Lekhak Sabha, Devinder Singh Vishavnagrik, general secretary, PLS, press secretary, Jang S Verman and treasurer Dr Monojit were among others present on the occasion. Several noted writers and poets also attended the function.
Welcoming the guests, Dr Monojit said that the magazine provides platform to the creators of local literary works as well. The Dogri, Urdu, Pahari, Kashmiri writers have been incorporated in the magazine by publishing their translated works. This will also help in understanding local trends in literature.
The magazine was released by the guests Charanjit Singh Khalsa and Rangil Singh. Members of Punjabi Lekhak Sabha joined them.
Dr Baljit Singh Raina gave the details of the other members of the Editorial Board that includes Davinder Singh Vishavnagrik, Dr Manojit and Dr Ashok Kumar. He also gave details of the articles and other content of the magazine on this occasion. He said that magazine has been re- established after a gap of about fourteen years.
MLC CS Khalsa and former Minister Rangil Singh appreciated the initiatives of Punjabi Lekhak Sabha in promoting Punjabi language in all its forms. They complimented Dr Baljit Raina and his team.
Mr Vishavnagrik, said that Sabha is committed for the promotion and development of Punjabi language. He said that Sabha is actively involved in conducting literary events including the release of publication of books and periodicals.
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