ISLAMABAD: Under the esteemed patronage of the Federal Minister of National Heritage and Culture Division, Syed Jamal Shah, the Visual Arts Division of the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) proudly announces the commencement of a two-week calligraphy workshop at the prestigious National Art Gallery.

This workshop is organized in collaboration with the Ministry of National Heritage and Culture Division, and the Directorate General of Religious Education.

Earlier yesterday, the workshop was inaugurated by Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Division Jamal Shah along with Caretaker Federal Minister for Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony Aneeq Ahmed, Secretary National Heritage and Culture Division Humaira Ahmed, Director General of the Directorate General of Religious Education Maj General Rtd. Dr. Ghulam Qamar, Director General PNCA M. Ayoub Jamali along with other key officials.

During the inauguration, Minister Jamal Shah expressed his heartfelt commitment to fostering cultural appreciation and artistic growth among the youth, particularly those enrolled in Wafaqul Madaris. He emphasized that this workshop serves as an inclusive platform, breaking barriers and providing an opportunity for madrassa students to delve into the rich heritage of calligraphy, a revered art form deeply rooted in Pakistan’s cultural tapestry.

Minister Culture Jamal Shah highlighted how calligraphy transcends boundaries, emphasizing values of patience, discipline, and aesthetic expression. He mentioned that this training goes beyond the strokes of a pen; it cultivates a sense of appreciation for traditional art forms, nurturing creativity, and offering a means of self-expression that could benefit these students immensely in their future endeavors.

Caretaker Federal Minister for Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony Mr. Aneeq Ahmed praised Mr. Jamal Shah, Secretary Culture Ms. Humaira Ahmed, and Director General PNCA M. Ayoub Jamali for organizing this workshop in the federal capital. He stressed the importance of expanding such initiatives nationwide, advocating for calligraphy to be integrated into the curriculum of all Madaris in Pakistan. Mr. Ahmed envisioned this integration as a means to enrich education, preserve cultural heritage, and foster artistic appreciation among students nationwide.

Published in The Daily National Courier, December, 20 2023

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