Afsaane

Gyaan Adab

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Afsaane

An edition of Guldasta-e-Urdu

ABOUT THE EVENT

In another edition of Guldasta-e- Urdu, Gyaan Adab commemorated the life and work of Munshi Premchand on his 137th birthday. The evening began with an introduction to Premchand’s work by Shagufta Anwar. This was followed by a reading of Bade Ghar Ki Beti by Mumtaz Peerbhoy. Namak Ka Daroga was screened right after this. Next came the reading of Bade Bhaisahab by our patron Daya Patwardhan. Lastly, the event came to a close with Naseema Merchant speaking in detail about the characters from Premchand’s stories.

Time: 7 PM

Date: Friday, 18th August

ENTRY FREE

Nityaasha Foundation