{"id":6374,"date":"2025-12-04T11:34:46","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T06:04:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=6374"},"modified":"2025-12-04T12:02:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T06:32:00","slug":"urdu-literary-spirit-thrives-at-akcw-intercollegiate-ghazal-and-naat-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=6374","title":{"rendered":"Urdu Literary Spirit Thrives at AKCW Intercollegiate Ghazal Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"167\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"91\">Abbas Khan College for Women Hosts Intercollegiate Ghazal Competition<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"167\"><br data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"94\" \/><em data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"167\">Event highlights cultural expression and literary talent of young women<\/em><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"621\"><strong>Bengaluru:<\/strong> Abbas Khan College for Women (AKCW) hosted an intercollegiate Ghazal Competition and Mushaira Program on Wednesday as part of its ongoing efforts to promote Urdu literature and cultural arts among students. The event, held in the college auditorium, drew enthusiastic participation from a large number of students, many of whom delivered soulful renditions, showcasing both linguistic finesse and artistic confidence.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: right;\" data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"621\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"258\">\u0628\u0646\u06af\u0644\u0648\u0631\u0648 \u0645\u06cc\u06ba \u0627\u0631\u062f\u0648 \u0627\u062f\u0628 \u06a9\u0627 \u062c\u0634\u0646 \u2014 \u0646\u0648\u062c\u0648\u0627\u0646 \u062e\u0648\u0627\u062a\u06cc\u0646 \u0646\u06d2 \u06c1\u0646\u0631 \u0627\u0648\u0631 \u062b\u0642\u0627\u0641\u062a \u06a9\u0627 \u062c\u064f\u06be\u0644\u06a9\u062a\u0627 \u06c1\u0648\u0627 \u0646\u0645\u0648\u0646\u06c1 \u067e\u06cc\u0634 \u06a9\u06cc\u0627<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Intercollegiate Competition at Abbas Khan College\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s-hYVviE0mI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"675\">Cultural celebration with strong participation<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"979\">The programme, organised by the Department of Urdu under IQAC, provided a platform for young women from various colleges to present their poetic and musical abilities. Faculty members, dignitaries from Urdu literary bodies, and students attended the event, creating a vibrant and encouraging atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1413\">Chief Guest <strong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1021\">Prof. Sabiha Zubair Khan<\/strong>, Former Vice Principal and Head of the Department of Urdu at AKCW, praised the participants for their dedication to the Urdu language. \u201c<em data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1340\">Events like these remind us that creativity thrives when young minds are encouraged. Our students today have shown that art has the power to shape confidence, identity and purpose,<\/em>\u201d she said, urging students to continue nurturing their literary talents.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6375\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6375\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6375\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-8-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-8-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-8-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-8-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-8.jpg 1079w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6375\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Urdu Academy and AKCW Join Hands to Celebrate Women\u2019s Literary Talent<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1476\">Dignitaries highlight the importance of cultural values<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1949\">The programme was presided over by <strong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1536\">Janab Farooq Mahmood<\/strong>, President of the Karnataka chapter of the Central Muslim Association (CMA). CMA General Secretary <strong data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1666\">Attar Syed Murtaza Hussain<\/strong> emphasised the organisation\u2019s commitment to supporting youth-focused cultural initiatives. \u201c<em data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1939\">Promoting cultural values among our young women is essential for building a society rooted in harmony, knowledge and creativity. Today\u2019s programme is a reflection of that vision,<\/em>\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6378\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6378\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6378\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-4-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-4-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-4-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-4-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-4.jpg 1079w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6378\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Art, Heritage and Empowerment Converge at AKCW Gazal &amp; Urdu Poetry Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2282\"><strong data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1972\">Mohammed Ali Qazi<\/strong>, Chairman of the Karnataka Urdu Academy, lauded the college for providing a platform where young women could engage deeply with Urdu poetry. \u201c<em data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2268\">Every voice we heard today carries the promise of keeping our literary heritage alive. Such programmes strengthen the cultural fabric of our community,<\/em>\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2558\">Academy Member <strong data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2313\">Abid Aslam<\/strong> added that the energy and passion displayed by the students signaled a positive future for Urdu literary traditions. \u201c<em data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2548\">The enthusiasm of these young poets shows that the next generation is ready to take our legacy forward with pride,<\/em>\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6377\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6377\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6377\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-3-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-3-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-3-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-3-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-3.jpg 1079w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6377\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Empowering Young Women Through Art: AKCW Hosts Ghazal and Mushaira Event<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2618\">Encouragement from community and academic leadership<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2875\"><strong data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2635\">Alhaj Babaji<\/strong>, President of Bazm-e-Shaheen, appreciated the artistic quality of the performances. \u201c<em data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2865\">The confidence and talent expressed by these students reassure us that Urdu literature will continue to flourish through youthful imagination,<\/em>\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"3223\">Principal of AKCW, <strong data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2921\">Prof. Dr. M. S. Vidya<\/strong>, expressed her pride in the students and faculty for organising a meaningful event. \u201c<em data-start=\"3007\" data-end=\"3212\">Our college strives to create spaces where young women grow not only academically but also culturally. Today\u2019s performances reflect the strength, discipline and creativity our students carry within them,<\/em>\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6380\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6380\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6380\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-6-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-6-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-6-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-6-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-6.jpg 1079w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6380\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Voices of Grace and Culture Rise at AKCW\u2019s Intercollegiate Ghazal Competition<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3268\">A platform for talent and empowerment<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3269\" data-end=\"3628\">The event concluded with appreciation for all participants and recognition of the college\u2019s efforts to encourage artistic expression among women. Teachers noted that the students\u2019 participation\u2014especially in reciting ghazals\u2014demonstrated growing interest in Urdu arts and strengthened the cultural engagement within the campus community.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3630\" data-end=\"3788\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The programme served not only as a competition but as a celebration of language, heritage and the empowering role of artistic expression in women\u2019s education.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6379\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6379\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6379\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-5-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Intercollegiate-Competition-at-Abbas-Khan-College-5-1024x573.jpg 1024w, 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