Dehradun, Feb. 18 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Dehradun, 17 Feb: A poetry symposium and mushaira, titled "Ek Shaaam Bhaichare Ke Naam" was organised at Tasmia Academy, 1 Inder Road, here.

The event was chaired by Dr S Farooq. Social worker Dhananjay Upadhyay and Syed Mohammad Qasim were the Chief Guest & Special Guest.

The objective of the event was to spread the message of harmony and unity in society. In this poetic gathering, prominent poets and writers of the city expressed themes of humanity, and social responsibility in their own distinctive styles.

Dr S Farooq, in his presidential address, said that all are children of the same parents, and working together for the country's development is the need of the hour.

Chief Guest Dhananjay...