The 73rd session of Lahore Arts Council Alhamra’s Board of Governors, led by Chairman Razi Ahmed, focused on promoting literature and culture. Committees were formed, budgets approved and development projects endorsed, marking a step forward in cultural enrichment. Chairman BOG Alhamra Razi Ahmed expressed gratitude for the board members’ visionary input, highlighting their pivotal role in advancing literary and cultural endeavours. He emphasised leveraging their commitment, practical collaboration and research acumen for comprehensive development. During the session, the members of BoG gave the green light to the “Friends of Alhamra” initiative, signalling a new chapter in cultural engagement. Furthermore, the council reiterated its support for artist welfare, highlighting its ongoing commitment to nurturing creative talent. Executive Director Alhamra Tariq Ali Basra outlined strategic plans to preserve and enhance cultural heritage. He pledged optimal resource utilisation to realise the decisions taken during the meeting. In the session, Salima Hashmi, Qudsia Rahim, Abbas Tabish, Hammad Ghaznavi, Sofia Bidar, Shahid Nadeem, Professor Dr Neelam Naz, Punjab Secretary of Information and Culture Salim Daniyal Gilani, GM PTV Qaisar Sharif, Principal College of Art and Design Punjab University Samina Naseem and Executive Director of Alhamra Tariq Ali Basra were present.