Celebration of the Descent of Holy Quran Commences at RAC
Jashan-e-Nazul-e-Quran (Celebration of the descent of the Quran) organized by Rawalpindi Arts Council and Khaana-e-Farhang Iran (Cultural House of Iran), commenced in Rawalpindi Friday.
State Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Sheikh Aftab Ahmed flanked by Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Alireza Haghighian inaugurated the event while Naheed Manzoor, Muhammad Akbari DG of the Cultural House of Iran Iran, renowned calligrapher Aftab Ahmed Khan and Waqar Ahmed Resident Director RAC were also present on the occasion.
Besides, the calligraphies of the renowned calligraphers, unique manuscripts of Holy Quran and Islamic books, the work of Iranian artists also became the centre of people’s interest. Iranian cultural troupe participated under the leadership of Dr Hyder Ali Zaabt while Quranic art of Astaan Quds Razavi Mashhad is also included in the exhibition.
On the occasion, State Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Sheikh Aftab Ahmed Khan said the friendship of Iran and Pakistan is tied with strong relations which would be remained forever.
He said the Holy Quran is a complete guideline to adorn next life. Sheikh Aftab said the work of Pakistani as well as Iranian artists is wonderful.
He further said it is appreciable that Rawalpindi Arts Council is imparting training to young generation besides cultural, religious and literary activities. Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Alireza Haghighian said that basic aim of the exhibition is to spread the teachings of Holy Quran among the people.
He said that cultural ties between Iran and Pakistan would be promoted and strengthened by organizing the exhibition and both would benefit from each other’s experience in future.
Naheed Manzoor said the Council and the Cultural House of Iran are promoting cultural activities jointly from many years which showed confidence of both the institution on each other.
She added that both the institutions are struggling hard for the promotion of their culture in a benefiting manner.
The efforts of Muhammad Akbari DG of the Cultural House of Iran and Waqar Ahmed Resident Director RAC were applauded by organizing successful exhibition. The Jashan-e-Nazul-e-Quran would continue till July 22.
Source: Pakistan Observer
Besides, the calligraphies of the renowned calligraphers, unique manuscripts of Holy Quran and Islamic books, the work of Iranian artists also became the centre of people’s interest. Iranian cultural troupe participated under the leadership of Dr Hyder Ali Zaabt while Quranic art of Astaan Quds Razavi Mashhad is also included in the exhibition.
On the occasion, State Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Sheikh Aftab Ahmed Khan said the friendship of Iran and Pakistan is tied with strong relations which would be remained forever.
He said the Holy Quran is a complete guideline to adorn next life. Sheikh Aftab said the work of Pakistani as well as Iranian artists is wonderful.
He further said it is appreciable that Rawalpindi Arts Council is imparting training to young generation besides cultural, religious and literary activities. Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Alireza Haghighian said that basic aim of the exhibition is to spread the teachings of Holy Quran among the people.
He said that cultural ties between Iran and Pakistan would be promoted and strengthened by organizing the exhibition and both would benefit from each other’s experience in future.
Naheed Manzoor said the Council and the Cultural House of Iran are promoting cultural activities jointly from many years which showed confidence of both the institution on each other.
She added that both the institutions are struggling hard for the promotion of their culture in a benefiting manner.
The efforts of Muhammad Akbari DG of the Cultural House of Iran and Waqar Ahmed Resident Director RAC were applauded by organizing successful exhibition. The Jashan-e-Nazul-e-Quran would continue till July 22.
Source: Pakistan Observer
