Patna (Press Release): Raza Naqvi Wahi is considered one of the most prominent poets of satire and humor. Raza Naqvi Wahi is the biggest name in Urdu satire. He was a very sincere and straightforward person. God had endowed him with great qualities like humility and hospitality. Wahi started his poetry with serious verse, but gradually he turned to satire and humor. He made satire a means of highlighting the flaws of literature and society, rather than hurting anyone's feelings. Wahi's poetry has a very broad canvas. He welcomed and appreciated young and new writers. The quality of subtle smile in his humor is unforgettable. Indeed, artists like Wahi remain alive for centuries with their achievements.

These were the thoughts and impressions of prominent Urdu intellectuals who attended the Raza Naqvi Wahi Memorial Ceremony and Basm-e-Sukhan program organized by the Urdu Directorate, Cabinet Secretariat, Government of Bihar, at the Auditorium, Faneeshwar Nath Renu Hindi Bhavan, Chhajju Bagh, Patna. The program began with the lighting of the lamp by S.M. Pervez Alam, Director, Urdu Directorate, and the participants on stage. The ceremony was presided over by Mushataq Ahmed Nuri, former Secretary, Bihar Urdu Academy, Patna. Afaque Ahmed Khan, Hon'ble Member, Bihar Legislative Council, Patna, attended as the guest of honor.

He expressed his gratitude to Director S.M. Alam and said that the Urdu Directorate's memorial ceremonies and other initiatives to promote Urdu and connect with the public are commendable. He mentioned that over 800 Urdu posts have been restored, and soon nearly 2,000 more Urdu posts will be restored. He appreciated the online Urdu learning program run by the Urdu Directorate, Government of Bihar, and said that it is not only benefiting Bihar but also other states in the country.

Certainly, this is a laudable step by the Government of Bihar for the promotion of Urdu. He said that the process of awarding the Urdu Shikhar Saman awards is also underway. He said it is good news that the Urdu Directorate has so far organized about 19 memorial ceremonies, and the process of providing financial assistance for Urdu manuscripts is also progressing rapidly. He assured that he would always support the initiatives of the Urdu Directorate, Government of Bihar, to promote Urdu.

In his presidential address, Mushataq Ahmed Nuri said that Raza Naqvi Wahi's personality, wit, and humor are commendable and appreciable. He said that Wahi had immense creative potential and a keen sense of observation. The flowers of humor he blossomed in satire are of great importance for all writers. The President mentioned some memorable, interesting, and humorous moments he spent with Raza Naqvi Wahi.

He said that Wahi's poetry is included in various collections, and there is a need to compile all his poetic works into a single volume, "Kulliyat-e-Wahi", which should be published by the Urdu Directorate. Earlier, S.M. Pervez Alam, Director, Urdu Directorate, welcomed all the guests and participants in the ceremony. Director Alam said that Syed Muhammad Raza Naqvi Wahi is considered one of the best satirists and humorists of the present era.

He achieved great fame and popularity through his unparalleled wit and unique style of speech, and illuminated the name of Dabistan-e-Bihar in the world of humorous poetry. Wahi's pen played a significant role in boosting the morale of freedom fighters during the Indian independence movement. His poem "Manjhi" was so inspiring that the British were afraid of it and banned it. Without a doubt, Raza Naqvi Wahi is a great satirist and humorist.

The history of satire and humor would be incomplete without his contribution. The state of Bihar is proud to have such a great poet. Wahi was not only a great poet but also a great creator, humble, sociable, and lovable person. His hospitality was famous. Once you met him, you became his fan. Wahi wrote ghazals, nohas, and qasidas. He wrote both serious and humorous poems, but gradually he inclined towards satire and humor.

Raza Naqvi Wahi was also a great prose writer. He wrote dozens of critical articles that were published in reputable journals. Dr. Safdar Imam Qadri, former Head of the Urdu Department, College of Commerce, Arts and Science, Patna, said that Raza Naqvi Wahi is known to everyone as a famous humorist, but his cultural and social personality should also be recognized.

His conversational style, linguistic awareness, and research-based knowledge should also be known. He played a significant role in making the Dabistan-e-Azamabad valuable. He was capable of writing all kinds of poetry and prose. He was a central figure in his era. Raza Naqvi Wahi was a poet whose satirical and humorous poetry made humor writing popular in India and Pakistan.

Dr. Abdul Hai, Head of the Urdu Department, Gaya College, Gaya, said that Raza Naqvi Wahi is considered one of the unique satirists and humorists in Urdu literature. Wahi had a serious person hidden behind his wit and humor. His satire is not superficial, but it makes the reader laugh while also showing them a mirror. In humorous poetry, after Akbar Allahabadi and Zarif Lakhnawi, the third big name is Raza Naqvi Wahi.

Wahi's collection of poems, "Shayristan", is unparalleled. His poetry has more elements of observation than imagination. Although he became famous as a poet, his prose works are also significant. Dr. Narjis Fatima, Guest Lecturer, Patna College, presented a paper on Raza Naqvi Wahi's humorous poetry. She said that Wahi's poetry has wit as well as refinement. His poetry also reflects contemporary awareness and political awareness.

In the second session, a mushaira was held under the chairmanship of renowned poet Khurshid Akbar, Patna, and the moderation of famous writer and storyteller Fakhruddin Aarfi. Khalid Abadi, Mumtaz Nayar, Ahmed Shaz Qadri, Pervez Qasmi, Hasan Imam Rizvi, Shahid Akhtar, Sanjay Kumar Kandan, Awnish Aman, and Aarti Kumari recited their poems, entertaining the audience. On this occasion, Director S.M. Pervez Alam presented a beautiful ghazal in his unique style and tone.

The ceremony was attended by numerous prominent personalities, including university students, Professor Ejaz Ali Arshad, Dr. Ashraf-un-Nabi Qaiser, Shaista Anjum Nuri, Munir Seifi, Zafar Siddiqui, Syed Pervez Anjum, Muslehuddin Kazim, Master Asid Persanvi, Sabir Sohrasawi, Irfan Belhawi, Sultan Azad, Marhoob Asar Fatimi, Niaz Nadir Fatimi, Shammim Shola, Shammimuddin, Chunch Gaiyavi, Nasir Nastavi, and others. Muhammad Hashim successfully conducted the memorial ceremony. The program ended with the vote of thanks by Afrida Habib.