Renowned Hindi litterateur Prof. Abdul Bismillah says, “True poetry leaves something unsaid”
Shimla, June 28:
The Himalaya Sahitya Sanskriti Evam Paryavaran Manch organised a grand “Student Literary Dialogue and Kavi Goshti” at the historic Gaiety Theatre, where 45 students from Dayanand Public School, DAV Public School Tutu and other educational institutions presented their original poems and creative writings, captivating the audience with their literary talent.
The event was graced by eminent Hindi writer Prof. Abdul Bismillah as the chief guest, while noted literary critic Dr. Hemraj Kaushik presided over the programme. Renowned musician and professor Dr. Savita Sehgal attended as the guest of honour. Literary speaker Jagdish Bali addressed the students, highlighting the importance of literature in shaping life and personality. Kamla Bhoyal of Maitri Society was also present on the dais.
Books and medals were presented to the participating children by Ocard India and Maitri Society. The programme was jointly organised by the three organisations, with poet and storyteller Deepti Saraswat ‘Pratima’ conducting the proceedings and introducing the dignitaries. The children’s poetry session was anchored by educator and poet Neeta Agrawal.
According to S.R. Harnot, President of the Himalaya Sahitya Sanskriti Evam Paryavaran Manch, it was a matter of pride for both the organisers and the young participants to host a distinguished literary personality like Prof. Abdul Bismillah at Gaiety Theatre.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Bismillah, former Professor and Head of the Hindi Department at Jamia Millia Islamia, praised the initiative of providing a literary platform to children. Speaking on the essence of poetry, he quoted Mirza Ghalib, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Baba Nagarjun, and Tulsidas, stating that “A true poem is one that leaves something unsaid.”
Illustrating his point, he recited Ghalib’s famous couplet:
“De ke khat munh takta hai naama-bar,
Kuchh to paighaam-e-zabani aur hai.”
Prof. Bismillah also sang a few verses by Faiz Ahmed Faiz, while Dr. Savita Sehgal mesmerised the audience by rendering a poem by Mahadevi Verma in a musical form, earning enthusiastic applause.
The event witnessed the participation of parents, writers and literature enthusiasts, making it a memorable celebration of young literary talent and creative expression.
