“Aasman Dar Aasman” Launched at AIOU: A Tribute to Subcontinent’s Artistic Legacy
— January 27, 2025
ISLAMABAD ( AIA) In a ceremony held at the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), the book “Aasman Dar Aasman” was launched, paying tribute to the artistic legacy of the subcontinent. The book, authored by former AIOU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Shahid Siddiqui, narrates the stories of 45 renowned artists who were affected by the partition.
The event was attended by distinguished guests, including AIOU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Nasir Mahmood, Pakistan Academy of Letters Chairperson Dr. Najiba Arif, and notable writers and journalists.
Speakers at the event praised the book as a profound collection of the region’s social history, adorned with elements of art, poetry, and literature. They emphasized the profound impact of migration on human lives and the enduring love for one’s homeland.
The book features sketches by artist Ahmad Habib and has been hailed as a significant contribution to society. The desire for a second volume, featuring personalities who migrated to India post-Partition, was also expressed.
The ceremony was organized by the Department of Urdu and the Directorate of Regional Services, and was moderated by Dr. Arshad Mahmood Nashad, Chairman of the Department of Urdu.