Ata Kakvi was a renowned poet, researcher, critic, and journalist of the Indian subcontinent, known for his exceptional literary skills and high moral character. His personality was marked by a sense of humor, nobility, broad-mindedness, generosity, and a love for knowledge. These thoughts and impressions were expressed by prominent Urdu intellectuals at a memorial ceremony and literary program organized by the Urdu Directorate, Cabinet Secretariat, Government of Bihar, at the Faneeshwar Nath Renu auditorium, Hindi Bhavan, near Akashvani, Chhajju Bagh, Patna.

The program began with a candle-lighting ceremony. Professor Abid Hussain, former head of the Persian department at Patna University, presided over the ceremony. S.M. Parvez Alam, Director of the Urdu Directorate, presented the welcome and introductory remarks. Arshadullah, the guest of honor, paid tribute to Ata Kakvi, stating that he was a great poet, writer, and critic from Bihar, who had written several important books. Arshadullah expressed concern over the current state of Urdu and emphasized the need for efforts to preserve and promote the language.

Parvez Alam said that the Urdu Directorate organizes memorial ceremonies for prominent Urdu poets, writers, and critics every year. This year, 11 such ceremonies have been held, and the event in honor of Ata Kakvi was part of this series. Alam described Ata Kakvi as a versatile personality, a master of Urdu and Persian poetry, and a renowned researcher. He said that Ata Kakvi's literary contributions are invaluable, and his writings on various subjects, including poetry, prose, and history, are highly regarded.

In his presidential address, Professor Abid Hussain said that Ata Kakvi worked tirelessly for the promotion of Urdu language and literature. He was a man of simplicity, humility, and vast knowledge, with a unique style and approach to literature. Hussain said that Ata Kakvi's poetry and prose are characterized by a deep understanding of human nature and a strong sense of social responsibility.

The program included a paper-reading session, where Professor Manzar Hussain presented a paper on Ata Kakvi's ghazal poetry, highlighting its unique features and literary significance. Dr. Alaauddin Khan, Assistant Professor of Urdu at Chhapra, presented a paper on Ata Kakvi's literary contributions, describing him as a great poet, writer, and researcher. Dr. Aiman Ubed presented a paper on Ata Kakvi's social awareness and his place in Urdu poetry.

The program also included a poetry recitation session, where several poets, including Jalal Asghar Faridi, Dr. Ziaur Rahman Jafri, and Dr. Badr Mohammadi, presented their works. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Director S.M. Parvez Alam. The ceremony was attended by several prominent personalities, including professors, writers, and poets.