September 11, 2026
Time:
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A-11, Academic Block, LUMS
The Gurmani Centre for Languages and Literature is delighted to invite you to the book launch ceremony for Dr. Jawad Sarwar Syed’s poetry collection, آئینہ کیوں نہ دوں.
آئینہ کیوں نہ دوں is Dr. Jawad’s first poetry collection, comprising his ghazals, poems, and travel writings. The verses weave together themes of human suffering and steadfast resistance, paying homage to historical figures like Tipu Sultan and Razia Sultana, while also addressing global struggles in regions such as Palestine and Kashmir. In his own words, the collection is a personal record of experiences, emotions, and dreams shared with friends and loved ones.
Chair:
Dr. Asad Areeb is a distinguished researcher, critic, poet, and writer. His notable works include Bachchon ka Adab: Tareekh-o-Tanqeed, Az Sar-e-Nau, Marsiye ke Naye Sana'atgar, Irshad-ul-Areeb, Lughat-ul-Aza, and Shaʿir Ho, Mat Chupke Raho Ab. He is among the senior-most PhD holders in Pakistan and has remained continuously active in the field of literature and research for the past sixty-five years.
Guests of Honour:
Dr. Najeeb Jamal is Professor of Urdu at Forman Christian College University, Lahore, and a distinguished researcher and critic. His notable books include Yagana: Tehqiqi-o-Tanqidi Mutala'a, Kitab se Pehle, Iqbal Hamara, and Muntakhab Kalam-e-Yagana. In recognition of his literary services, the Government of Pakistan has conferred upon him the Presidential Pride of Performance (Sitara-i-Imtiaz).
Shaheen Abbas is a well-known contemporary Urdu poet and, by profession, an electrical engineer. His poetry collections include Tahayyur, Wabasta, Khuda ke Din, Munadi, Galiyon Galiyon, among others. In prose, his works include the award-winning novel Pare Shumare, the UBL Karachi Best Fiction Writer Award-winning novel Leema Yakka Baan, and a collection of short stories, Kahani Kafir.
Shahnaz Naqvi is a renowned writer and poet, and the vice president of the literary and cultural organisation "Rasti" in Lahore. Five of her books have been published: Lamhay Bahar Ke (Poetry), Beetay Samay (Short Stories), Neel Gagan Talay (Short Stories, Flash Fiction, and Drama), Raat Ka Musafir (Novelette), and Jo Guzar Gayi Woh Hayat Hai (Autobiography).
Arsalan Ahmad is a leading voice among contemporary Urdu poets, and a familiar figure in literary circles. His published poetry collections include Raqs-e-Junoon and Gandum.
Moderator:
Sabahat Bukhari is a renowned expert and consultant in the fields of social and gender equality, inclusive leadership, and organisational development. She is the founder and head of The Inclusion Lab and has been working for several years at the national and international levels to promote equality, inclusion, leadership, and human dignity. Her work focuses on fostering mindsets and practices within institutions and societies where diversity is valued, and every individual receives respect and equal opportunities.
Author:
Dr. Jawad Sarwar Syed is Professor of Leadership and Organizational Behaviour at LUMS, an international researcher, and an Urdu poet.
Music and Poetry Recital:
Mr. Hussain (Guitarist/Singer), with poetry recitals by Atif Tufail and Adila.
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