Kota, October 11, 2026: Literary organisation Srijan-o-Takhleeq Gang-o-Jaman Kavya Manch organised a poetry gathering at the residence of A.J. Qureshi in Kota, bringing together poets, writers and ghazal singers for an evening of literary expression and cultural harmony.
During the event, Kota-based poet Dr Krishna Kumari ‘Kamsin’ and renowned poetess and ghazal writer Shama ‘Firoz’ were honoured with mementoes and gifts in recognition of their literary contributions.
Several poets, including M. Hafeez ‘Rahi’, Salim Swatantra, Prof. Bhagwati Prasad Gautam, Dr Ramavatar, Dr Raghuraj Singh Karmayogi, Firoz Ahmed ‘Firoz’, Yaqeenuddin ‘Yaqeen’ and A.J. Qureshi, presented their compositions.
Among the women poets and ghazal writers, Manjula Jain, Madhulika ‘Mahavish’, Sanju Shrangi, Rekha Agarwal, Shama ‘Firoz’ and Dr Shabana ‘Sehar’ captivated the audience with their poetry and ghazals.
Dr Shabana ‘Sehar’ conducted the programme gracefully, while Faridullah Khan added to the enthusiasm of the gathering with his appreciative responses to the performances.
Promoting environmental awareness, A.J. Qureshi, founder of the organisation, presented potted plants to all participating literary figures. At the conclusion, he expressed gratitude to the poets and audience for making the gathering a success.
