Renowned Kashmiri poet and literary scholar, Professor Shafi Shauq, unveiled three of his latest works at a grand event held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. The newly released books, titled Nund, Lal, and Kashmiri Sufi Poetry, are written in the Kashmiri language and further contribute to Professor Shauq’s extensive literary repertoire.
Published by Ali Mohammad and Sons, a prominent Srinagar-based publishing house, these works highlight Professor Shauq’s deep connection with the literary and cultural heritage of Kashmir. With over forty-five books to his name, Professor Shauq has established himself as a significant figure in Kashmiri literature, earning numerous accolades, including the Sahitya Akademi Award.
The launch event saw the presence of several distinguished guests, including Zahoor Ahmad Mir, Managing Director of Ali Mohammad and Sons, his brother Mir Zaffar, Sajjad Haider, Editor of Kashmir Observer, Farooq Ashai, a noted social activist and former Public Relations Officer of J&K Bank, and Mukhtar Ahamed, a well-known writer. Their attendance highlighted the importance of the occasion, which celebrated Professor Shauq’s ongoing contributions to preserving and promoting Kashmiri culture and literature.
The event was a testament to the rich literary traditions of Kashmir and Professor Shauq’s pivotal role in keeping these traditions alive through his scholarly work.
