By Tousif Raza
Tangmarg, June 21: In a welcome development for literary and cultural circles, renowned poet, writer, and literary figure Hilal Kashmiri has once again been elected President of Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg, Kashmir.
A meeting of the organization was convened at the Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg headquarters in Tangmarg, attended by all members of the literary body. Besides deliberating on various organizational matters, the gathering also witnessed the conduct of presidential elections in a cordial and democratic atmosphere.
Three candidates—Ghulam Mohammad Benawa, Abdul Salam Hamraz, and Hilal Kashmiri—contested for the coveted post. Following the voting process, Hilal Kashmiri secured a decisive victory with an overwhelming majority, earning a renewed mandate to lead the organization for the next tenure.
Soon after the announcement of the results, members warmly congratulated the newly elected president and praised his literary contributions, organizational acumen, and unwavering commitment to the growth and development of Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg. Speakers expressed confidence that under his leadership, the institution would continue to flourish and further strengthen Kashmir’s rich literary and cultural traditions.
In his brief address, Hilal Kashmiri thanked the members for reposing their trust in him. He described their confidence as both an honour and a responsibility, and pledged to work tirelessly towards making Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg more vibrant, effective, and influential in promoting literary activities across the region.
Literary circles have welcomed his re-election, describing it as a positive step towards the continued strengthening of Bazm-e-Adab Gulmarg and the preservation and promotion of Kashmir’s distinguished literary heritage.
