LAHORE: Leftist political activists, poets, students and icons from all corners of the country gathered at the Jinnah Park open-air theatre to celebrate another edition of the annually held Faiz Aman Mela here on Sunday. Drama performances by the Progressive Student’s Collective and others paid glowing tributes to both Asma Jehangir and late columnist Munnu Bhai, who also passed away earlier this year. Keeping in line with the theme of the celebration, the poets read poetry penned by Faiz, while also dedicating their own poetry to Faiz Ahmed Faiz and Asma Jehangir. Moderated by Dr Khalid Javed, the poetry session included, Anees Ahmed, Baba Najmi, Comrade Irfan Ali, Dr Khalid Javed Jan, and Javed Aftab. Acclaimed classical dancer Sheema Kirmani also gave a breathtaking performance on the revolutionary poetry of both Faiz and Jalib.

Source: Pakistan Today February 18, 2018 15:45 UTC