Cluster University stages ‘Chand Harich Zoon’; Vice-Chancellor stresses preserving Kashmiri language, literature and cultural legacy
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER,10 :
In an endeavour to reconnect the younger generation with Kashmir’s rich literary and cultural heritage, Cluster University of Srinagar, in collaboration with Adbi Markaz Kamraz, staged a musical opera titled “Chand Harich Zoon”, depicting the life and poetic legacy of legendary Kashmiri poetess Habba Khatoon.
The programme, organised by the Abdul Ahad Azad Memorial Chair, was held at the auditorium of Amar Singh College, Srinagar, and witnessed an enthusiastic gathering of students, academicians, faculty members and admirers of Kashmiri literature and music.
Through a compelling blend of music, poetry and dramatic enactment, the opera portrayed the life, emotions and literary journey of Habba Khatoon, whose timeless verses of love, longing and lament continue to occupy a distinguished place in Kashmir’s literary and musical traditions.
Vice-Chancellor of Cluster University of Srinagar, Prof. Mohammad Mobin, attended the programme as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the significance of establishing the Abdul Ahad Azad Memorial Chair, saying that although it bears the name of the celebrated Kashmiri poet, its vision is culturally inclusive, with a broader objective of promoting and strengthening Kashmiri language and literature.
He emphasised that such cultural initiatives are essential to familiarising students with their roots and heritage, observing that the younger generation must remain connected with the cultural traditions and literary voices that have shaped Kashmir’s identity.
Prof. Mobin appreciated Chairperson of the Abdul Ahad Azad Memorial Chair, Dr. Shaista Ahmad, for organising the initiative in collaboration with Adbi Markaz Kamraz. He assured the university’s continued support for similar literary and cultural programmes in the future.
The musical presentation received an enthusiastic response from the audience, which applauded the performers, musicians and organisers for bringing the remarkable legacy of Habba Khatoon to life through an engaging theatrical production.
Among the prominent dignitaries present were Registrar Cluster University of Srinagar Prof. Dr. Willayat Hussain Rizwi, Controller of Examinations Prof. Dr. Khurshid Ahmad Mir and Principal Amar Singh College Prof. Dr. Tehmeena Yousuf. Deans, heads of various departments, faculty members and students from constituent colleges also attended the event.
Earlier, General Secretary of Adbi Markaz Kamraz, Shabnum Tailgami, delivered the welcome address, while President of the organisation, Mohammad Amin Bhat, presented the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the university authorities, dignitaries, organisers and participants for making the programme a success.