July 1, 2025: Srinagar, June 24: The two-day Gojri Literary and Cultural Conference, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), concluded on Tuesday at Tagore Hall, Srinagar, with a strong call for cultural preservation and promotion of the Gojri language and literature.
Member of Parliament Mian Altaf Ahmad, who was the Chief Guest at the event, lauded the efforts of the organisers for providing a platform to emerging poets, writers, and artists from the Gujjar community.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the event, the MP said such initiatives help in boosting culture, encouraging talent, and reconnecting people with their language and artistic roots.
He stated, "Programs like this not only showcase individuals' hidden talents but also encourage budding poets and writers from the Gujjar community to come forward." Mian Altaf called for more such events to sustain and promote regional languages, particularly Gojri.
A number of well-known and up-and-coming Gojri poets, adeebs, and artists presented their literary and cultural works at the conference. The event also included discussions, poetry recitations, and cultural performances reflecting the richness of Gojri heritage.
MP Altaf said that the government and cultural institutions should work together more to keep Jammu and Kashmir's many different languages, especially those of underrepresented groups. The event concluded with a pledge to continue cultural promotion and literary engagement in the region.