Patna: An important literary program titled "Creation of Children's Literature: Challenges and Opportunities" organized by the National Council for the Promotion of Urdu Language was organized today in the seminar hall of Patna College, Patna, in which some important books published by the council were also released and discussions were organized.
The program started with the opening remarks of Dr. Shams Iqbal, Director of National Urdu Council. Highlighting the importance of children's literature in his speech, he said that children's literature is actually an important source of intellectual training for the new generation, so the creation of quality children's literature is indispensable to equip children with healthy thinking.
Continuing his discussion, he said that we have to create literature for children that is both informative and entertaining, so that they are attracted to study. He said that children's books based on mere advice cannot motivate them to read. In today's era, there is a need to write books for children that will develop their creativity, awaken their creativity and nurture their critical thinking. While delivering the presidential speech, the eminent poet and creator Mr. Muzaffar Abdali said that children's literature is not just a story but a means of mental and moral development of children.
Chief Guest Mr. Afaq Ahmed (Member Bihar Legislative Council) in his address said that literature is the cultural identity of any nation, so writing good literature for children is the most important need of the time. He appreciated the efforts of Director of National Urdu Council, Dr. Shams Iqbal, and said that the work that the council is doing considering the importance of children's literature is worthy of praise.
Famous fiction writer Ms. Zakia Mashhadi said in her speech that writing a story according to the psychology of children is the real art. He said that children's books are more attractive and decorated with pictures, children will read more eagerly.
Renowned researcher and critic Prof. Ijaz Ali Arshad said that we have to find new directions for children's literature according to the requirements of the present age. He added that the best way to keep Urdu alive is to give it a place in homes and social life apart from the curriculum.
Well-known writer Mr. Mushtaq Ahmad Noori while speaking said that for the promotion of children's literature, there is a need to write on a regular basis and promote children's magazines. He emphasized that if children are taught Urdu at home, they will be better informed about their cultural identity and moral values.
The program includes four recent publications of the Council on Children's Literature
"I am the master, I am the servant" (Professor Ijaz Ali Arshad),
"The story of Rajkumar (Ms. Zakia Mashhadi) from Ek Sach Much,
"Kain Kain" (Mr. Mushtaq Ahmed Noori), "Voice of Revolution: Hasrat Mohani" (Dr. Qasim Khurshid) was also performed.
The program was moderated by Dr. Shadab Shamim, while the vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Nauman Qaiser (Department of Urdu, Patna College). A large number of literature lovers, teachers, students and Urdu lovers were present on this occasion.