Srinagar:  A sufi conference highlighting the life and works of famous Sufi poet Waza Mahmood was today organized by Kashmir Society International here.

Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K. Pole, DC Srinagar Aijaz Asad, Chairman KSI Khwaja Farooq Renzushah, Dr Hina Bhat VC J&K KVIB and others were present on the occasion. On this occasion, two books, Kuliyat Waza Ahmad and Kuliyat e Waza Fareed were released. These books according to the organizers have showcased Sufiyat and Tasawuf in a true spiritual way.

Renzushah in his welcome address said that the civilization of Kashmir is known by its predominant spiritual character which is re-emerging again with the same glory of past.

Khurshid Waza, the grandson of Waza Mahmood said that for the last 70 years it is the first time this legendary Sufi poet has been given State level prestige by Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, DC Srinagar, and Kashmir Society International.

The awards and certificates of honour were given to various persons on the occasion. The speakers urged the government to preserve various sites associated with sufi culture of Kashmir. 

Source: India Blooms

BDST: 2057 HRS, MAR 31, 2021
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