Patna (Press Release) Kalem Ahmed Aajiz was a man of immense depth and profound personality. A high-caliber poet of new style and language, an excellent prose writer, and a successful teacher, his life was also marked by a strong religious, missionary, and preaching aspect. A living embodiment of humanity, nobility, and refinement, he was a comfort to the nation, a precious gem of Dabistan Azimabad, and the crown of the realm of poetry. His heart was illuminated by the light of faith and the warmth of passion.

His magical charm and the miracle of his nocturnal lament were such that even in the vast ocean of sorrows, his face never showed a wrinkle. He never became despondent, always remaining cheerful and smiling. His heart was wounded, but his forehead never showed a crease. These were the thoughts and impressions of prominent Urdu intellectuals who presented their views at a commemorative ceremony and poetry session organized by the Urdu Directorate, Cabinet Secretariat, Government of Bihar, at the auditorium, Faneeshwar Nath Renu Hindi Bhavan, near Akashvani, Chhajju Bagh, Patna.

The program began with the lighting of candles. Professor Arzi Karim, former head of the Urdu department at the University of Delhi, presided over the ceremony. In his presidential address, Professor Karim said that poets like Kalem Aajiz are born once in a while. His poetry is universal. He stated that there is no need to compare Mir and Kalem Aajiz, as both had their unique style, approach, and language. Mir was a scattered poet, while Kalem Aajiz was a poet of confrontation. Kalem Aajiz received fame, popularity, and love, which was not bestowed upon any other poet.

He explained the similarities between Mir and Kalem Aajiz through their poetry and said that both have distinct status and positions. He stated that poetry is not an expression of nature but an expression of form. He said that Kalem Aajiz was not only a poet but also an excellent prose writer, with an interest in drama and theater. Earlier, S.M. Parvez Alam, Director of the Urdu Directorate, welcomed all the guests and thanked them for taking time out to attend the ceremony from different parts of the city.

He shed light on the purpose of the program, saying that today's ceremony was organized to acknowledge Kalem Aajiz's services to language and literature and to pay tribute to him. The basic purpose of organizing commemorative ceremonies is to pay tribute to the life, literary services, and achievements of a great and dignified personality. Director Alam said that through such ceremonies, we not only remember the academic, literary, social, and national services of deceased writers, poets, researchers, and critics but also keep their thoughts and ideas alive so that the new generation can seek guidance from them.

Such ceremonies promote knowledge, literature, poetry, and cultural values in society, and the new generation becomes aware of the academic services and literary assets of their elders. Kalem Aajiz's name is a prominent, well-known, and popular name in Urdu poetry in the subcontinent, considered the pride of Dabistan Bihar. He has proven his poetic superiority and greatness worldwide through his unique and beautiful poetry.

His poetry is an excellent example of classical poetry with modern thought and vision. Director Alam further said that Kalem Aajiz is also a high-caliber prose writer with a unique style. His prose is full of beauty, intensity of feeling, and the effect of passion. His life and literary services have earned him a distinct position and reputation in the world of poetry and literature, which is rare to find.

His notable work, "Wo Jo Shaayari Ka Sabab Huwa," contains beautiful examples of both prose and poetry. Kalem Aajiz was the pride of mushairas in the country and abroad. No major mushaira was considered complete without his participation. He enriched Urdu literature with his high-quality poetry and prose, earning international recognition and giving Bihar a distinct identity, which the people of Bihar can rightly be proud of.

Professor Qasim Faridi, former head of the Urdu department at Sachidanand College, Aurangabad, presented his paper on Kalem Aajiz's poetry. He praised Kalem Aajiz's poetry, language, and style. He said that Kalem Aajiz was one of the fortunate poets whose voice was full of melody. There was no artificiality or pretension in his voice. His melody made one feel the pain within.

His poetry, along with his melody, was a treat to listen to, and all his fans would attend his mushairas. He said that Kalem Aajiz's ghazals are not just a reflection of the past but also a voice of the present and a mirror to the times. He was fully aware of poetic consciousness. His poetry is not just an expression of personal experiences but also a reflection of social conditions. His poetry is not temporary but eternal.

Kalem Aajiz is one of the few poets of Urdu ghazal who used classical vocabulary, metaphors, and symbols in his poetry. Professor Shahab Zafar Azmi, Urdu department, Patna University, spoke about Mir and said that there were some poets who were the pride of poetry in Bihar and had a distinct identity in Dabistan Azimabad, with Kalem Aajiz being at the top.

Kalem Aajiz's poetry conveys a message of love. In modern poetry, three great poets from Bihar - Jameel Mazhari, Kalem Aajiz, and Sultan Akhtar - are mentioned with respect and admiration, with Kalem Aajiz having a distinct position. He has established his individuality through his unique style, language, and diverse tone and melody. He is also called Mir-e-Sani.

Professor Shahab Zafar presented a comparative analysis of Kalem Aajiz and Mir. He said that Kalem Aajiz's poetry and life have been influenced by Mir, and he fights against sorrows, living life with courage. There is no despair, hopelessness, or despondency in Kalem Aajiz's poetry. His poetry is recognized and admired by everyone in the world of poetry and literature.

Professor Qasim Akhtar, head of the Urdu department at Marwari College, Kishanganj, presented his paper on Kalem Aajiz's poetry, highlighting his uniqueness and distinctiveness. He said that Kalem Aajiz has written beautiful poetry, distinct from traditional internal and external debates. He has given poetry a unique and magnificent style.

Kalem Aajiz possesses all the qualities that a good poet should have. He said that Mir's tone was the attire of his ghazals. He did not get destroyed even after drowning in the ocean of pain and sorrow. Kalem Aajiz has presented his feelings and experiences in a very beautiful way. His poetry has passion, freshness, beauty, and charm, with a magical quality of language and expression, and a sense of tradition.

Under the presentation of students, Ph.D. research scholar Huzefa Shakeel from Pataliputra University presented a brief yet comprehensive paper on Kalem Aajiz's prose writing, while Aiman Subhan presented a paper on Kalem Aajiz's life and poetry. On this occasion, Kalem Aajiz's elder son, Dr. Wasim Ahmed, was honored with a bouquet of flowers and a shawl. Dr. Wasim also shared his thoughts about his father in a comprehensive manner.

In the second session, a poetry symposium was organized under the chairmanship of renowned poet and literary figure Anwar Afaqui (Darbhanga) and the moderation of Ehsar Faridi. Munir Seifi, Shabir Hasan Shabir, Zafar Siddiqui, Niaz Nazar Fattami, Mir Sajjad, Shabana Ishrat, and Rukhsana Hashmi recited their poetry, entertaining the audience. On this occasion, the audience also enjoyed the beautiful poetry of Director S.M. Parvez Alam.

The ceremony was attended by several important personalities, including Professor Ejaz Ali Arshad, Professor Javed Hayat, Assistant Professor Zarnigar Yasmin, Waris Islam Pur, Israr Alam Seifi, Parvez Alam, Dr. Shama Nasim, Rehbar Gavi, and Dr. Nasrullah Nasr Nastvi, among others. The commemorative ceremony was conducted by Muhammad Hashim, and the program concluded with a vote of thanks by Afrida Habib.