Daily Times

At the prestigious International Culture Festival Karachi 2024, the Lahore Arts Council Alhamra and the Lahore Literary Festival were honored for their significant contributions to cultural and literary advancement.

In an extraordinary acknowledgment, Chairman Alhamra Razi Ahmed received a commemorative souvenir.

Chairman Alhamra Razi Ahmed expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Karachi Arts Council for recognizing Alhamra’s work and affirming Alhamra’s prominent standing among literary and cultural institutions. “The Lahore Literary Festival is a distinguished representation of Pakistan on the global stage, promoting a progressive image of our nation,” he stated. He credited the steadfast support from the Government of Punjab as pivotal to Alhamra’s achievements, along with the dedicated leadership of Executive Director Alhamra Sarah Rashid, whose commitment has helped Alhamra launch numerous successful initiatives.

Ahmed dedicated these accomplishments to Pakistan’s writers, poets, and artists, whose tireless efforts elevate the country’s cultural presence. He emphasised Alhamra’s collaborative approach, working closely with national literary and cultural organizations and actively supporting the private sector to foster a society that values tolerance and cultural sustainability. He also paid tribute to Ahmed Shah, President of the Pakistan Arts Council Karachi, recognizing his exceptional contributions to Pakistan’s cultural heritage.