UIA_14APR19_1of2

An absorbing, memorable and highly literary evening of Urdu literature (Adab) held in Sydney on Saturday 14th April, 2019. The evening was organized by Urdu International Australia (UIA) at the residence of Mrs. Omila Bir, especially in memory of late Ustaad (Maestro) Shaayar Janaab Om Krishan 'Rahat' Saheb (lovingly called 'O K Uncle')! Highlights of the evening have been captured in following sections: 1. UIA_14APR19_1of2 (Part 1 of 2 THIS ONE): Introductory qataas from OK Uncle's kalaam followed by reviews on Urdu poetry by invited guests, 2. UIA_14APR19_1of2 (Part 2 of 2): Contributions to Mushaira from poets of UIA and invited guests, compered by Mr. Ashraf 'Shad'. Compere: Mr. Ashraf 'Shad' Editor, Publisher, Director: Iqtedar Abdi.