Aligarh: The Urdu journal ‘Daanish’ of the Faculty of Arts, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), was released by the Dean, Professor T.N. Satheesan at the Arts Faculty Lounge.
Speaking on the occasion, Professor Satheesan highlighted the significance of ‘Daanish’ in preserving and promoting Urdu literature and scholarship. He emphasised that the journal provides a crucial space for intellectual discourse and encourages students to engage in literary and academic pursuits.
Professor Shafey Kidwai, Director, Sir Syed Academy acknowledged the journal’s role in showcasing the literary achievements of AMU students and faculty, while Professor Vibha Sharma, Member In-charge, Public Relations, underscored its importance in creating a research-oriented academic environment.
Earlier, welcoming the guests, the editor of ‘Daanish,’ Professor Ziaur Rehman Siddiqui expressed gratitude to the contributors and reaffirmed the commitment to uphold the journal’s scholarly standards.
Professor Qamarul Huda Faridi (Head of the Urdu Department), Professor Waseem Raja (Department of History), Professor Muhammad Ali Johar (Former Head, Department of Urdu), Professor Siraj Ajmali (Department of Urdu) and Dr. Tahir Pathan (In-charge Marathi Section) were also present on the occasion.
The launch event reaffirmed AMU’s dedication to promoting academic and literary excellence through its publications.
